Overwhelmed after pre-surgery appointment

[Heidi.E 10]

I went to my presurgery appointment today. I am scheduled for the sleeve on 6/29. They went over diet, Vitamins, what to expect, etc.... The packet of information they gave me is SO overwhelming. I am a black and white person, and all these options are driving me insane. I don't know where to start with what to buy to have at home for when I get home from surgery... my surgeon does a clear/full liquid diet. I don't know which Vitamins to buy, each type of Vitamin has several options! This almost makes me want to not have surgery, I feel like I am already failing.

[beyondgrief 93]

They didn't give examples? I'll post the ones provided to me if it helps. Lmk!

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[Heidi.E 10]

@@beyondgrief There idea of "examples" was 1 oz Protein, 1 oz starch for Breakfast (1 oz yogurt, 1 oz oatmeal). It is just to vague to me. What if I buy the wrong yogurt or oatmeal?? lunch example 1oz Protein, 1 oz veggie (1 oz cream Soup, 1 oz v8 juice). dinner 1oz protein 1 oz fruit (1 oz sugar free pudding, 1 oz grape juice).

[KristenLe 5,980]

@@beyondgrief There idea of "examples" was 1 oz Protein, 1 oz starch for Breakfast (1 oz yogurt, 1 oz oatmeal). It is just to vague to me. What if I buy the wrong yogurt or oatmeal? ? lunch example 1oz Protein, 1 oz veggie (1 oz cream Soup, 1 oz v8 juice). dinner 1oz protein 1 oz fruit (1 oz sugar free pudding, 1 oz grape juice).

Do you have a meeting with a nutritionist?

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[Heidi.E 10]

@@KristenLe No - but I think I am going to make one. I don't want to start off on the wrong foot. I have a heart condition and was seeing their nutritionist during preop stuff so I didn't have to see the one at the bariatric clinic.

[Sophie74656 1,572]

Just take it one step at a time. Write out a list of what you need to do and what to buy and cross them off as you do it. You will see it's not that overwhelming.

Don't worry about getting the wrong things. As time goes by you will figure out what you like and what works for you.

You can do it

[beyondgrief 93]

@@beyondgrief There idea of "examples" was 1 oz Protein, 1 oz starch for breakfast (1 oz yogurt, 1 oz oatmeal). It is just to vague to me. What if I buy the wrong yogurt or oatmeal?? lunch example 1oz Protein, 1 oz veggie (1 oz cream Soup, 1 oz v8 juice). dinner 1oz protein 1 oz fruit (1 oz sugar free pudding, 1 oz grape juice).

Mine gave me actual shopping list and stuff for post op. Here is the link to mine. Start page 32 and align w your doc rules. Hope it helps! http://www.drbalette.com/images/Houston-Bariatric-Surgery-patient-manual.pdf

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[Heidi.E 10]

@@beyondgrief Thank you! Any handouts help. I will look through it.

[Heidi.E 10]

Just take it one step at a time. Write out a list of what you need to do and what to buy and cross them off as you do it. You will see it's not that overwhelming.

Don't worry about getting the wrong things. As time goes by you will figure out what you like and what works for you.

You can do it

Thank you. I have started a list. I just went shopping on Amazon for all my Vitamins. Also bought a food scale that goes lower than my current one. Next on my list.... slippers and food lol.

[kmorri 1,689]

you've gotten good advice from others.......also don't worry so much about "stocking up"......just make sure you have plenty of whatever you plan to drink....water, sugar-free and carbonation free drinks.....find a Protein drink you like, but don't buy too much because your taste will most likely change after surgery.......a couple of cans of creamed Soups and maybe some progresso light Soups that you can puree. ......remember as soon as you're no longer taking pain meds you can drive and go to the store and get whatever you want.....for me I didn't take any pain med once I was home from the hospital...but everyone is different.....My point is you really don't need to stock pile anything....especially Protein drinks/powders......I made that mistake and I now have enough Protein powder to start my own Protein Powder store! hahah

It all does seem to be quite overwhelming at first but it's really not too bad once you're in the middle of it.....Good luck to you and keep us informed on how you're doing.

[2tired2befat 29]

@@beyondgrief There idea of "examples" was 1 oz Protein, 1 oz starch for Breakfast (1 oz yogurt, 1 oz oatmeal). It is just to vague to me. What if I buy the wrong yogurt or oatmeal?? lunch example 1oz Protein, 1 oz veggie (1 oz cream Soup, 1 oz v8 juice). dinner 1oz protein 1 oz fruit (1 oz sugar free pudding, 1 oz grape juice).

Mine gave me actual shopping list and stuff for post op. Here is the link to mine. Start page 32 and align w your doc rules. Hope it helps! http://www.drbalette.com/images/Houston-Bariatric-Surgery-patient-manual.pdf

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thank you , I was searching for a list of things to get as well, and you just answered that and more.

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[KristenLe 5,980]

@@Heidi.E I would definitely schedule a meeting with a Bariatric Nutritionist. Hopefully they can answer any questions you have! Good luck!

@@beyondgrief That's a great document! I like how it is comprehensive! Thank you for sharing!

[Heidi.E 10]

I have an appointment on the 23rd, the day of my presurgery testing. That will definitely help put my mind at ease! Thanks all!

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[RonnieRab 31]

I went to my presurgery appointment today. I am scheduled for the sleeve on 6/29. They went over diet, Vitamins, what to expect, etc.... The packet of information they gave me is SO overwhelming. I am a black and white person, and all these options are driving me insane. I don't know where to start with what to buy to have at home for when I get home from surgery... my surgeon does a clear/full liquid diet. I don't know which Vitamins to buy, each type of Vitamin has several options! This almost makes me want to not have surgery, I feel like I am already failing.

Hey, don't stress your self out. Take it one step at a time. I would suggest lots of broths in all flavors so you don't get bored. A plain flavorless Protein powder that you can add to everything. As far as vitamins, the Bariatric Pal Store online has vitamins in patche for which I am dieing to try. I would suggest you start there. The less you have to worry about swollowing, the better. God bless.

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[VEGAN ME 117]

_{Hi, I am two weeks out and there was a time that I felt overwhelmed also, but it came together!!! you will be fine}