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By clmftw, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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barefeet    73

barefeet
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Frenzel is doing mine. I have BCBS as well. I live by the Texas Motor Speedway and drive by Trophy Club everyday. Good luck tomorrow!!!! I have been doing okay on the diet but I can have a small meal in the evening which helps tremendously. I just have to keep my kids away from my jello! I created a mom drawer.

Love the mom drawer! Unfortunately my hubby had surgery a year ago and my daughter loves hello so I am just making it a lot... good side has been lots of flavors.

What day is your surgery?

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tami j    277

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Frenzel is doing mine. I have BCBS as well. I live by the Texas Motor Speedway and drive by Trophy Club everyday. Good luck tomorrow!!!! I have been doing okay on the diet but I can have a small meal in the evening which helps tremendously. I just have to keep my kids away from my jello! I created a mom drawer.

Mama spike, I'm less than 10 miles from tx motor speedway, near the mint on 156!

I am self pay, my insurance has an exclusion for any bariatric surgery. So I will be going to Tx general in Grand Prairie. Check in is at 5:30 am!

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tami j    277

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Bare feet, day 4 was easier! Yesterday and today I have had no inclination of hunger or cravings, I had to force myself to get the 4 shakes in as I was so tired of the tastes. I have alternated adding PB2 and strawberry extract, and adding a little chai Protein mix to get diff flavors. My highlight of the day though is the low sod broth! I would rather have that! I have lost 7.5 pds as of yesterday morning in the pre-op.

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Mama Spike    144

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Good luck tami j!!

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clmftw    45

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I'm using Dr. Adam Smith. I've been having a rough go of it through this pre-op diet. I've been cranky and fatigued, so I basically just sleep a lot! :)

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barefeet    73

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I'm using Dr. Adam Smith. I've been having a rough go of it through this pre-op diet. I've been cranky and fatigued, so I basically just sleep a lot! :)

Clmftw what's on your pre-op diet?

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clmftw    45

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Two premier Protein shakes, one can of Soup, two snacks(SF pudding, SF Jello, FF cottage cheese, or SF/FF yogurt). And all the SF beverages I want.

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barefeet    73

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I wonder if you could add some additional protein....I am not fatigued but I know that my husband was after his surgery. I can't imagine starting off tired.

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clmftw    45

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My support group says it's pretty normal, considering I'm only getting about 600 calories a day. I'm getting around 72 grams of Protein so I don't know if I need any more. It'll be over with soon enough! I start Clear liquids for two days on Tuesday, since my surgery is Thursday.

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Mustang2013    21

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I have been on shakes only for 30 days. Down 19 lbs. I can't wait to have chicken broth. Not sure why my surgeon is so strict for preop but surgery can't come quick enough. 3 more days. I am so ready. Not a lot of energy. sleep a lot too.

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clmftw    45

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OMG! You're a trooper! I am barely managing this two week phase!

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Mustang2013    21

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It is tough I went to a dinner a few weeks ago and watched other people eat. Not fun. I am very excited for you. You are going to do awesome just take one day at a time knowing that it will get easier and easier. You have your whole life ahead of you. I turned 50 this year wish I had done it sooner but just grateful to have the opportunity now. I feel more like 38 though. Just remember how great you are and enjoy the journey. One day at a time.

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clmftw    45

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Man, that is tough. I went to Christmas parties last night and it was similar. I just sipped on my Propel Zero. I even put it in a wine glass to feel festive. :)

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Mustang2013    21

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Yes I guess whatever works. I think it's going to be hard going out for lunch with people that don't know - that'll be interesting. I haven't told anyone at work but some friends know. I'm usually somewhat of a hermit and need to be more honest with friends so I think this is a good way to start. I guess when everyone's gained weight after the holiday season you and I we will be down. Have to keep looking at all the positives.

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