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I have for a few years but that is because I have multiple sclerosis so my neurologist recommends it.

Definitely a blender and small dishes (so it looks like your portions are bigger than they really are). I had both of those before surgery so didn't need to buy anything new. (I have no idea what an immersion blender is.) And I'll be honest, I've never weighed my food. I could get an idea of how many ounces foods were based on my measuring cups--and after a while I had a sense of how big my portions should be.
As those who have read my posts along the way, I'm not much of a cook and had no creativity in terms of my diet during the weight loss phase. I just threw stuff i the blender or mashed it with a fork during the soft food phase. Everyone does this differently, but for me it needed to be simple. I didn't (and still don't) have the patience to weigh my food.

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I used (and still use) my blender and food scale all the time. I've never used an air fryer and rarely use sieves.
I agree with the small dishes - I bought ramekins in different sizes so I could "eyeball" portions easier. Of course, I could have measured things as well (and some things I DID measure), but sometimes it was easier to spoon things into a 4 oz ramekin, or an 8 oz ramekin, or whatever, since that would have been pretty close (if not exact). Plus then I could just eat whatever it was directly from the ramekin. I also bought baby spoons and still use them to this day - mostly to eat yogurt with. I don't know why, but I love them!

Hi Raebo, I would add an immersion blender and mini waffle maker (for chaffles).

Small bowls and plates for Portion Control

My weird little 13yo got a mini waffle maker for her birthday so that is perfect.. lol. Immersion blender makes a lot of sense and I wanted one for years!
Thank you!

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My RNY is scheduled for Feb 3 so I'm doing my last minute shopping. What kitchen gadgets have you found helpful post WLS? My initial thinking has been the following: blender, sieve, food scale, air fryer. Am I overthinking things or overlooking something obvious?
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it gets easier by about day 3 or 4. The pre-op diet is the worst part of this ordeal - you just have to white knuckle it. I was actually relieved the morning I went to the hospital. That stupid pre-op diet was OVER!!

I feel you. My date is Feb 3 so I've started my 1 week pre op diet. I was not expecting it to be so difficult! I have been keeping full with the liquids and Protein Shakes but my cravings have been nonstop. I'm hoping it gets easier.

Just crack an egg. I could prepare the ingredients myself but this is great for when I’m lazy. I use an egg white instead of a whole egg.

You bet! Miller’s Sipping broth - Delight Pho and Lemon grass - delicious and clear - only 10 calories - Amazon (of course)

Some helpful hints. You will be INCREDIBLY thirsty/ dehydrated post - surgery. Bring Biotene toothpaste and mouth wash. Swish as much Water as you can as soon as you can reach a sink. You may not be able to swallow fluids just yet. And your mouth will THANK you! You can get at Amazon/ Walmart/ Target.

BariWise chicken Bouillon- lifesaver - Amazon. Clear Liquid- it tastes good and has 15g of Protein. Amazon - Amazing.

****PILL GRINDER (not cutter) - looks like pepper grinder to actually GRIND your pills so much easier to swallow! - Amazon.

Ask the hospital for the 30 cc cups - they’re 1 ounces and you can pour your Protein Shake and liquid clears to keep measurements .

**** DO NOT be afraid to ask for pain medication (this was a mistake I made). I acted tough. Ask ask ask for nausea meds - lifesaver. No vomiting.

Women - plan on wearing a sports bra that doesn’t touch your top incision and cotton underwear that does not touch your bottom incision. Wear a loose cotton dress to go home in and for recovery. Amazon has a lot of different ones (with pockets). You can lounge in them. Walk around the neighborhood and go out with nice sandals/slip on shoes or flip flops.

Amazon also has long roomy comfy sleep shirts - great for lounging and letting your incisions breathe.

BariWise hot chocolate- 15grams of protein and considered a clear. Add sugar free Syrup ( can get a bottle at Home goods for under $5) for a treat. Cinnamon sticks and peppermint tea help with nausea.

Throw a cinnamon stick in your Decaf hot tea of choice (or hot chocolate).

Take a small walk when comfortable even if it’s just around the house when you are waiting the 30 minutes before or after your protein.

If you have a gentle dig - take them for a walk (although the first few days I couldn’t because of the bending to pick up poop). My neighbor offered to walk the dog for a few days.

Enlist help - people like to help.

I was sent home with liquid pain med - keep on schedule and Prilosec capsules. I was instructed to open up. Toss the beads back and follow with chaser - amazing - helped with stomach pain.

Also sent home with anti- nausea under tongue melts - AMAZING.

If you have headaches/ menstrual cramps - I recommend Hylands brand / melts under tongue (Amazon).

Hope this helps! Wish me a great recovery!

Best, Christina