Redmaxx

I'm so excited for you, enjoy this new journey and be proud each and every day
Michelle

It doesn't make me gassy. However I drink like 4 oz at a time because it's strong and at times I find it leaves a bit of a residue in my mouth. Not sure if it's because of the high Protein amount. It might just be me but it's like a film in my mouth if I drink too much. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm glad you mentioned this lol. I thought I was doing something wrong. I have gas bad with these shakes. Makes my dog get away from me sometimes!!!
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There are lots of lists on this site, but I'll try to give you some suggestions off the top of my head:
Biotene spray
Heating pad
shaker bottle(s) for Protein shakes
Water bottle(s)
Small food storage containers for Portion Control
Herb and Decaf teas
Mio drops, crystal light, etc.
liquid Tylenol (not children's)
food scale
Measuring cups and spoons
Journal
binder or other holder for all of your paper/materials (if your program doesn't provide you with a binder)
Lip balm
Protein shake single serve samples
ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrate
ProtiDiet hot chocolate

Hello all! I want to share for those of you on the fence, waiting for your approvals and those that are just plain scared. Don't psyche yourselves up so much that you're worked up into a frenzy of anxiety. It's a waste of time.
Also, don't be like me who three years ago while I was on here I kept reading this one girls total horror story and she was relentless with her writings and postings to the point that I stopped my surgery and regret that till this day. Glad that that girl was deleted and so were all her postings. Some may have complications but it's a very small minuscule amount. But three years later I was sick Diabetic on insulin w fibromyalgia and sleep apnea, anxiety and depression. So, I shouldn't have waited so long out of fear. Nonsense is what that was.
Don't let anyone steer you away from a life saving and life changing surgery. Day one and two after surgery was a breeze for me and I felt very zero pain and was able to walk and get up same day of surgery. I was drinking with no problem. And making my rounds on the unit floor. All to prevent any blood clots or embolism. Walking worked. I even had zero gas pain and zero shoulder pain. My surgeon is amazing and possibly a magician. He even tested the pouch for leaks while I was under so I didn't need the barium or MRI which I am afraid of cause of claustrophobia. He checked and no leaks thank God.
When you get home and anesthesia and pain meds wear off you will feel some discomfort and the pain of OMG what did I do to my poor body? That feeling lasts two days or so. You keep taking your pain meds and follow the rules from your surgery center and days do get much better. One mistake I made was not take my pain Med at night because I felt good and the pain usually sets in mid sleep and wakes you. So do take your pain meds as directed until you're a week out.
Any and all other obstacles you may encounter will get addressed here and by your team. You're never ever alone. Reach out when you feel the need to. Plenty on here are wisdom filled and are veterans.
Do enjoy the journey, the ups, the downs, the scars and all the good too. It's all developing into a new healthier and clear minded you, a beautiful you. A you that has been in the making and the one that needs extra care and extra love. Be kind to yourselves and don't let that negative thinking that got us into emotionally stress eating come back. Arm yourself with the new tools and techniques you learn to live with your new pouch. Take care of it and it will take care of you. Don't have an all or nothing thinking this isn't about that. You kinda gotta roll with the punches and you'll come out like a champ.
Sure I may be crying tomorrow from God knows what but today I'm not and I'm happy, you will be too! Good luck and cheers to the new you!
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Don't go too overboard with stocking up. It's very common for your tastes to change after surgery. For example, I stocked up on Isopure, which isn't cheap, and then hated it as a post op. I ended up getting rid of a lot of stuff. Best wishes on your upcoming surgery! ????

Hi, I'm in toronto but traveling to Montreal for my surgery on October 4. I'm on myfitnesspal. We can add each other for support if you'd like. Just message me and I'll send you my info.
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So not only will the voices in my head be yelling at me, an electronic device will, as well?
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There is an app called bariatric timer that reminds you when to eat and drink. It also lets you know when it's ok to drink again after eating and vice versa. Has a journal/daily log with a changeable clock for food entries. I just purchased a Garmin vivofit 2, heard a lot good things about it, and it yells at you when you don't exercise enough haha
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I was told to get the flintstone chewable Vitamins. So that is what I have been using.

Thanks. They said absolutely no gummies! ????
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we were told not to use gummies for some reason.

I just use Centrums - or the generic equivalent

Google sugar free Jello Gummy bears recipe it's awesome. I add Vitamins c to the mix. Makes it sour ...
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Lol...it might be better because you are desperate!

I haven't had the surgery yet and my daughter is 6.5, but I hear where you're coming from. Completely. But I'm also 44 and already can say I wish I would've gotten this serious about WLS when my girl was younger- or even before she was born. As it is now, she'll remember me being fat and unhealthy. I'm concerned my husband will have to endure a lot the first month (especially) after surgery but... I have to believe it's a small sacrifice to pay to be truly healthy and alive and active again.
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It may be hard for the first few weeks while you recover but a few weeks of hard now is way better then the rest of your life being harder then it should be due to obesity and the health issues that come with it. Continuing on the path of obesity will only hurt you and your ability to care for your child.

If you don't put yourself first and die from ill health due to obesity or even just become less mobile because of obesity, who is going to care for your son?
It sounds to me like the smart thing is to take care of yourself first so you CAN take care of your son. If YOU don't, who will?