SabrinaGoddess

My surgeon and nutritionist are ok with coffee. I start every day at the Starbucks drive through. I get a tall sized nitro cold brew and have them put it in a venti cup. I then dump in my Premier Protein shake, either vanilla or Cookies & cream. 20
Oz of Fluid and 30g of Protein. I sip away at it on my hour long commute in to work. It’s delicious!

Emma this is going to be a strange ride.
Keep supportive people around you and decide what relationships need to be distanced or cut off. Weight loss may end up being a topic for a while in your social circles. The good news, once your weight loss settles and the shock of your loss is over. Life becomes normal. people just except this as you.

No you are not overthinking. When I was banded in 2009 (unbanded in 2012) That's all I heard from people. Christmas Party...Oh you are not going to be able to eat....Office Birthday...Oh you can't have a cupcake...
They said it like I was on punishment or something! LOL And to be very very honest. I lost a LOT of so-called friends. Your circles will change because your life will change and sometimes that means some people have to go.

At least from surgery to 6 months. He does make sense, but when I look back at my first surgery when I exercised daily (no Sundays) and lost 100 in six months. I just wanted to know what you all think of this.
https://www.sleeveacademy.com/exercise?cid=89f985b6-0224-4fa3-998d-24f87c146ce6

A suggestion that has really helped me, I purchased a clear Protein (isopure) and I add it to my water bottle and sip sip sip all day long, that way I get both my fluids and an additional 20 grams of protein just by drinking. It’s really helped me hit at least 60 grams of protein.

Speak your truth
But you are here now
No way but forward

My favorite was loose fitting pyjama pants so comfy and much better than being naked in a gown lol

My head on straight! Stop you dont need bowls and cups and all the marketing promo stuff. You Sleeve (A tool) will stop you from eating to much, I personally dont eat much at all, Definitely dont need a plate to tell me how much,
Since you are on a liquid diet for the first week or so i would just bring a Nutra Bullet and go get Soups and brooth and whip it.
Key post surgery is to move and i mean really move walk as much and Sip Water walk sip walk sip walk sip. You most likely will have no desire to eat so that is easy.
Be prepared the head games are evil, They pass quickly but you will be messed with in the head. Congradulations and this is the best thing you can do. Best decision i ever made

Unjury Readymade Protein Shakes. I had a lot of anxiety and agony finding a shake I could tolerate. I just finished one right now. Even 6 months out they are great Meal Replacements. Have never felt that nasty aftertaste associated with most Proteins.

The only two things that helped me was getting a Protein Drink I liked set aside in the fridge for when I had my surgery. Every surgeon is different, but I was drinking Protein Drinks 2 days after surgery...though I did add some Water to them to thin it. The second was a clear and measured water bottle so I could record my water intake correctly. Good luck!

As much as getting up and down is a pain in the butt, you should do it anyways.
Also, I'm not sure who you are flying, but you can upgrade on Alaska Air for $50. I always make sure I get right on there 24 hours before boarding when you do your check in and it gives me the option. The extra leg room would be of benefit to extend your legs out and squeeze your calves. Try and get the front row as there is the most room.
Congrats on your upcoming surgery!

Banded in 2009; Unbanded 2012 (due to erosion)
Lived life 2012-2019 struggling with weight gain and massive depression
The decision to have Gastric Sleeve made Oct. 17th, 2019
Contacted my doc for initial consultation (Oct 30th)
Self Pay
This time...I tell nobody but my CORE family....I can't deal with the stupidity of people who don't understand this life!
Here we go....finally getting back to ME
Created a new blog to journal ALL of my thoughts and progresses
www.SabrinaGoddess.com

Banded in 2009; Unbanded 2012 (due to erosion)
Lived life 2012-2019 struggling with weight gain and massive depression
The decision to have Gastric Sleeve made Oct. 17th, 2019
Contacted my doc for initial consultation (Oct 30th)
Self Pay
This time...I tell nobody but my CORE family....I can't deal with the stupidity of people who don't understand this life!
Here we go....finally getting back to ME
Created a new blog to journal ALL of my thoughts and progresses
www.SabrinaGoddess.com