Hi everyone! I am new to posting, although I joined right after I met with the surgeon for my first consultation. I am in my second week of the pre-op diet and am scheduled for surgery on Thursday, 1/19. So far I am a little nervous, but I am so excited about it.

I lost about 9 pounds within the first week of the post-op diet, but that has tapered off. I am hoping to lose at least a couple more. I have been following the diet pretty strictly - two shakes per day and a "sensible" 200-300 calorie meal. I have also been eating garden salads on a couple of days and just snacked on carrots and grape tomatoes. It seems the least I can do is try to follow the diet for the two weeks before the surgery...I want to be as committed to this life change as possible.

I am also trying to stock up on everything I will need for after the surgery. I have lots of Sobe Lifewater (zero-cal of course!), sugar-free Jello, and chewable vitamins and Calcium. I probably should buy some broth, but that seems so unappealing. I only have to do Clear Liquids for 1 day, then move on to liquids. I plan to continue my Protein Shakes, maybe add in low-fat yogurt and cottage cheese, and cream Soups (I love tomato soup!).

Any other suggestions? I would welcome any advice. :-)

I made lots of veggie soups and added in lentils etc for protein and then blended and froze them.

That's a great idea. I will make some veggie soup this week!! Thanks for the suggestion!

Greek yogurt, sugar-free pudding, Jolly Roger popsicles (they're AWESOME), and some V-8 or V-8 Fusion Light (to get your veggies in!). Tea and chicken broth taste really good after your surgery - the warmth makes your tummy feel good.

instant breakfast or boost protein drinks, sugar free pudding cups (frozen , they taste like ice cream). i wish id had lifesavers right after surgery, i had bad cottonmouth all day. even ice and water wasnt helping until later in the day. also- liquid tylenol, the liquid pain reliever they give you is beyond horrible. best of luck to you !

doctordiva- I am being banded on Jan.19th too!!! Excited and scared all at the same time! Where are you having yours done? I live in Syracuse N.Y. and am going to University Hospital. Keep me posted and maybe we can help each other!

Journey4me: I am getting banded in Champaign, IL. That is great - we should chat again later this week to see how we are doing!! I am excited - haven't hit the nerves yet, but I am sure tomorrow night they will come. If I don't see you on here before our big day, GOOD LUCK!! :-)

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I appreciate any advice.