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Good luck to you!! Remember your chapstick. LOL I also bought a double lined stainless steel mug and double lined stainless steel cup so that I could keep a variety of temperatures around, I hate when things go cold/warm when I don't intend them to!

The sugar free popsicles that are pretty low calorie have saved me a few days in my liquid diet. I also like the water flavoring packets (especially the jolly rancher ones because they are sour sweet) because I get tired of drinking plain water. I like to add coffee to some of my protein shakes to cut the sweetness, we aren't supposed to have caffeine on my plan so I've gotten decaf, still does the job flavor wise. Tea helps too. And some people's plans allow for strained soups, so you may want to check yours! I get tired of sugary tastes even if it is fake sugar. Oh and I ordered my Kettle & Fire broth from Thrive Market (and turned off the autoship) because I could get them one at a time to see what I like. But in person at the store is probably easiest!

I'm looking forward to creamy soups too, I have shake fatigue! LOL Two more days, then surgery! I'm having the DS, not the RNY or the Sleeve, I'm extra fringe! ?

I'm sorry it is so rough right now! That coupled with the meds and anesthesia are bound to make you cry! Is your pain any easier now? Did you end up having an IV Infusion? I hear those can help a lot when you are struggling to get fluids in... I know this feels really hard but you can do hard things and it will get better! Just hang in there... ❤️

That would be EPIC!! LOL The meetings here are still online too. I have a good friend who is considering the surgery so I've been buying double samples of anything I find and setting aside one of each for her in case she decides to go through with it! But now I really want this world's weirdest potluck!

I'm really grateful for this too! Thank you. ❤️

I just ordered some of the soup flavors from Unjury, I haven't tried them yet. Soon though! My favorite Syntrax so far is the Fuzzy Navel flavor, but that one has sucralose in it. I've been wanting to try one of the Naturals but I hate the aftertaste of a lot of stevia in something. I wish they had samplers of it!

Welcome everyone!! We're getting closer! I'm in my third week of my pre-op diet, 5th day of all shakes. It's not so bad as long as you stay hydrated and use water flavoring packets! My surgery is still Nov. 1st, I'm a little scared they will cancel now that I've been on this diet for so long. ? I've started using the antibacterial soap they require we shower with for days before surgery. We even have to sleep on fresh sheets the night before! These surgery requirements make sense but also make me laugh sometimes... LOL

Hmmm... Mine are: - No more diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and hopefully no more CPAP! - Being able to fit into ANY booth. - Fitting on a plane seat with room to spare and no extender. - Climbing 2 flights of stairs to my apartment without being out of breath and in pain. - Painting my toenails with my knee pulled up beside me. - Walking more than a mile without having to rest. - Walking the mall without having to rest. - Crossing my legs under the table! - No longer being afraid I'm going to break a chair and embarass myself. ?

Kettle & Fire makes a pretty tasty bone broth. They have all different flavors. I'm working my way through them slowly. I bought one box of about 8 different flavors. I think bone broth has more protein in it because it has more collagen from cooking longer? Stock usually cooks for a shorter time? My partner has a long standing argument with a foodie friend about whether bone broth actually exists or is really just stock. It's pretty funny... Personally I think both are tasty!

Welcome SueCaudell!!

I totally understand. Don't be afraid to be the squeaky wheel if you need to be! Once I finished my requirements I had to change the date of my surgery from mid December to ASAP and they were able to move it to Nov. 1st because I told them I needed to have another surgery before the end of the year (shoulder). I started my pre-op diet the next day. LOL A good practice will work with you to the best of their ability...

I don't know the answer to this since I've worn a c-pap for years, so all they needed were my downloads of info showing compliance. I think you should talk to your doctor about your concerns and your timeline restriction. You don't have to hide the fact you lose coverage in the spring. Tell them so they can accommodate you! They may be willing to waive a requirement or give you a shorter time. Good luck!

I'm currently on the liquid part of the pre-op diet. I haven't had any accidents. In fact, if anything, I'm a little on the constipated side... I have to pee more but that's normal with more fluid intake and as long as I listen to those messages in enough time I don't have to run to the bathroom! LOL Catwoman7 is right, if you can drink blends you can get those at Amazon, Target, or even Costco. Pre-surgery I'm supposed to drink the Premier Protein ready to drink ones, but after surgery it is only whey protein isolate so I bought some sample packs here on BariatricPal, as well as some from Unjury, and a bag of unflavored Genepro since I can put that in anything. Make use of the sample sizes!! That will save you a lot of money in the end!

When we have surgery a lot of nerves are cut that take months to regenerate. The ones that send the message that you are "full" haven't healed yet, that's why you aren't getting the signals. Odds are in two to three months you will notice your signals for fullness are different from what they are now. "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should." definitely applies here. Don't worry, your restriction is there, you just can't feel it. And fluids are way different than restriction from solids...

It's really great for your workplace to give you so much time to heal!! This will make it much easier to transition through the stages and get into a new routine! Thanks for the well wishes! Day 2 of the all shake phase. My partner warmed up chili this morning and I had to leave the kitchen because it smelled so good. LOL

I have chronic fatigue and fibro. I'm having surgery Nov. 1st. The surgeon said the surgery may help in terms of being less weight to carry around and less inflammation in the body, which may result in less pain, but it really depends on the person and the cause of their disease. I'm hopeful things will improve a little, even if it is just letting me move better on my good days, you know? If I can be more productive on my good days then I can accept my bad days on the couch with a little more grace. LOL

Aww, this is amazing and made me tear up for you! Great job!! You are going to LOVE this! Congratulations!!

Oh good choice!! I've heard they are good over there! I was admitted to Rex hospital once and the nursing staff was fantastic, I felt really cared for. You'll be in great hands!

Hi Sarah, welcome!! I know, my brother was like "You'll be on a restricted diet through Thanksgiving? Why would you do that to yourself??" ? So I know I won't end up gaining! Hahahaha! I agree about the charlie horses, definitely get an electrolyte powder!! I was miserable the first night after I started the diet until I remembered I had a box of them. Lifesavers man... I drink one a night and haven't had anymore leg cramps! Congratulations on getting married!! You sound like you've had a busy few months! I hope you've built in some time to rest after your surgery, based on past surgeries I know it takes more energy to heal than we anticipate!

Dr. Pilati down in Cary at WakeMed. How about you?

Good luck on a swift approval!! I bought some sipping broths and some protein soup broths so I'd have plenty of variety. I don't want to have to rush and order things afterwards. Propel powder is probably good to have on hand for hydration. I have some of the ArmorLyte drinks too, you can order them on Amazon and they are pretty tasty. We were also told we can strain any of the Campbell's heart healthy soups, so I may get a few of those eventually. I've made a grocery shopping cart for the pureed stage on Amazon so my partner can either order it for delivery or use it as a shopping list for going to the store, since I don't expect to feel like walking around getting groceries. Luckily we don't have kids, just cats who act like kids. LOL

I feel you!! I started all liquids today after two weeks of a modified pre-op diet. I'll be on all liquids until the surgery and for a few weeks afterwards so I might as well get used to it! This is gonna take a bit of willpower...

Ohhh, I don't have any suggestions for a water bottle, but hopefully someone else will! I've just been using insulated cups with tops that you sip out of instead of using a straw. I have a belly band but I can't recall where I got it from... I got it for my hysterectomy, it was great. My surgeon says I don't need one for this surgery but I'll probably still try it. The key is to not cinch it too tightly, you want to be able to breathe and move freely! Mine looks kind of like this: https://www.amazon.com/ORTONYX-Breathable-Abdominal-Postpartum-Postoperative/dp/B07CW2TFRQ/ But it isn't that one so I can't recommend it! Still, you want one that is long enough to cover a plus size abdomen. Be sure to wear a layer of clothing under it so nothing sticks to your incisions. I wore post partum underwear underneath mine, they come all the way up to my boobs! They are non restricting so didn't press on any of the incisions, I'll probably wear them again since I have them. As for the hospital bag, I think I'm taking comfy, non-binding clothes, slip on shoes that I can wear socks with to walk the halls since they'll have me in compression socks, chapstick is one thing EVERYONE says to have! I'm supposed to take some clear protein waters. Electrolyte powders so I don't get leg cramps. I have a binder with all my surgery stuff in it I'll take, it has sheets for logging fluid intake. A long cardigan that will serve as a bathrobe because I'm always cold. A little pill crusher in case I can't get my pills down whole. Cell phone charger, phone, maybe my ipad in case I'm in there longer than a day. A little pillow for my tummy. That's about it, I aim to pack light! Oh a toothbrush, obviously. LOL

Welcome!! You'll have to get really good at sipping on the road!! I'd be sure the doc gives you pain meds and nausea meds for the trip even if you don't think you'll need it. Grab a few insulated travel mugs (one for cold drinks and one for warm drinks) so you can decide what works best. A small pillow to put between your tummy and the seat belt so it doesn't press so hard on your incisions. Compression socks and frequent stops to walk around and prevent blood clots. And maybe a bag in case you throw up. Not everyone does but if you are stuck in a car it might be a reassuring precaution. And of course a few protein drinks and whatever you prefer to hydrate with so you don't have to shop for anything... When is your procedure?? Good luck!!