Wonder WomanNJ

I think you will find that everyone is different- including your before and after taste-buds. I loved a certain Protein shake before, now I can't stomach it. The good thing is that the liquid diet is only for a week or so, so you'll be ok.
BTW I like Jay Robb whey Protein vanilla.

You are NOT alone! I am 6 days post-op and I swear I'm ready to shank the hand that gives me another Protein shake! Lol the broth grosses me out and the tea goes down the the best. I find myself craving real food but I'm not sure if it's because I'm bored with what I am drinking. Either case, I'm ready for step 2!
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Kefir is tasty. Also remember that you can add a little cinnamon for flavor! Can't wait!
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oh wow - our stories are very similar! I too am 39 BMI, 41 years old, I have sleep apnea and fibromyalgia.
I'm with you 100% - not everyone gets it. For that reason, like you, I haven't told anybody. Initially I told my mom and my sister. I didn't tell my Naysayer boyfriend until I received the approval from the insurance company. I didn't want to my journey surrounded by any negativity. I made the mistake of telling a friend and she said "ohhh nooo, but you don't need that. I never thought would take the easy way out". I almost lost it. I made it a point to educate her on how NOT easy this process is for us and like you said, we are doing it because we need it, not to sport the Daisy Duke's at the next family barbeque!
My surgery is scheduled for 12/21/16 and so far, just my immediate family knows along with 2 or 3 coworkers. While it's not a "secrete" per say, I don't want to have to educate people on why I am doing this.
When is your surgery scheduled for?

I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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3 days post op. The first day home was uncomfortable, probably because I was off the IV meds. However I got a good night's sleep. Moving around better today... hoping that every day gets better
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3 days post op. The first day home was uncomfortable, probably because I was off the IV meds. However I got a good night's sleep. Moving around better today... hoping that every day gets better
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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I am happy to report that my surgery was yesterday and all went without event. As if yesterday afternoon I was walking around and going to the bathroom by myself. Feeling pretty good except just uncomfortable from hard bed and dry mouth.
Feeling excited
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@@Carrie1122 I know exactly what you mean. Just an example: My mother who is NOW supportive said "I hope you have the strength to make the life changes you need to make and not fail at this". Geeee thanks Ma! LOL I've been fat/chubby/heavy whatever you want to call it, all my life. Tried everything at least twice. This is not the EASY way by far.
We'll get there!

I can't believe I'm here! I feel like I'm dreaming. I'm very excited and anxious. I look forward to fast forwarding 1 year and seeing the outcome.
Things I look forward to doing: crossing my legs like a lady; wearing pretty shoes again; shaving my legs without getting winded....doing ANYTHING without getting winded.
Heck - I'm just excited!

I can't believe I'm here! I feel like I'm dreaming. I'm very excited and anxious. I look forward to fast forwarding 1 year and seeing the outcome.
Things I look forward to doing: crossing my legs like a lady; wearing pretty shoes again; shaving my legs without getting winded....doing ANYTHING without getting winded.
Heck - I'm just excited!

Thank you VERY much!

I can't believe I'm here! I feel like I'm dreaming. I'm very excited and anxious. I look forward to fast forwarding 1 year and seeing the outcome.
Things I look forward to doing: crossing my legs like a lady; wearing pretty shoes again; shaving my legs without getting winded....doing ANYTHING without getting winded.
Heck - I'm just excited!

I can't believe I'm here! I feel like I'm dreaming. I'm very excited and anxious. I look forward to fast forwarding 1 year and seeing the outcome.
Things I look forward to doing: crossing my legs like a lady; wearing pretty shoes again; shaving my legs without getting winded....doing ANYTHING without getting winded.
Heck - I'm just excited!

Huge congrats to you! It is a very exciting time. I know exactly what you mean about being anxious and nervous and excited at the same time. Just know that even though the next few days and weeks will be incredibly hard, they will be SO worth it in the end! Focus on one day at a time... heck one hour at a time! Do the things you need to do to take care of yourself and ensure a safe recovery. Sip, sip, sip. Walk, walk, walk. Take all your meds and Vitamins as prescribed. And try to get your Protein in. It will feel like a full time job keeping track of it all. Especially the Water in the beginning. But hang tough and you WILL get through!

That's funny! I packed TwO sets of pjs because I HATE the smell of hospital scrubs! I packed the chapstick and someone told me to buy breathe strips or spray because you get stale taste in ur mouth from not eating
I'm Wednesday..... good luck!
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