I started this journey in July 2016. I would read how emotionally draining this can be but I didn't believe it. I'm now scheduled for surgery 2/16 & I swear I just feel like crying disclaimer I'm NOT EVER the emotional girl/ person. I don't cry, I just don't lol but I'm sitting here reading posts & literally want to break out in tears wtf.

I started with one insurance July NUT, PSYCH, classes, weigh in & finally approved in November scheduled for 12/1 one week before surgery I get unapproved there was a clause in my insurance everyone missed *rolls eyes* continue weighing in change insurance get approved under new insurance this month now I'm scheduled for 2/16.

Today went to big Vitamins, getting recipes together, supply list I'm just overwhelmed & I haven't even had surgery. I'm also now getting anxiety about the actually surgery & post -op pain

Fuck everyone who says this is the easy way out.

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Not the easy way out at all! Not to discourge you but the emotional part gets harder after surgery when you want food and cant eat anything. I had surgery a month ago and i want real food. I am sick of Vitamins and creamy Soup. BUT i am actually losing for the first time in my life. So this season will pass and we will adjust and be happier and healthier in the long run.

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I feel basically the same way and I have the same surgery date what a coincidence. I'm in NJ where do you live. Let's pray for each other it's going to be worth it in the long run.

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I'm a week after you. I get the overwhelming feelings! One thing I've gotten from reading for a few months is don't stock up too much. Tastes can change after surgery and you may be stuck with a lot of expensive stuff you don't like. You'll be able to drive to the store as soon as you're off pain meds. I'd have enough to get you through the first several days, then restock based on what you like post-surgery.

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I'm a week after you. I get the overwhelming feelings! One thing I've gotten from reading for a few months is don't stock up too much. Tastes can change after surgery and you may be stuck with a lot of expensive stuff you don't like. You'll be able to drive to the store as soon as you're off pain meds. I'd have enough to get you through the first several days, then restock based on what you like post-surgery.

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This is so painfully true. I stocked up on the Premier Protein shakes. Pre-op diet, I drank 3 a day and was fine with them. Post-op and ever since, I can't touch the things. Just the thought makes me want to hurl. I have a love-hate with gatorade depending on the flavors now. For me the tastes didn't change very much, mostly just those two things. And I honestly think a lot of that was due to being restricted to them for so long. I don't like repetition with food and drinks. But, I have noticed that milk tastes different. Not bad, but different.

Not the easy way out at all! Not to discourge you but the emotional part gets harder after surgery when you want food and cant eat anything. I had surgery a month ago and i want real food. I am sick of Vitamins and creamy soup. BUT i am actually losing for the first time in my life. So this season will pass and we will adjust and be happier and healthier in the long run.

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Thank you & it's not discouraging I hear from a lot of people the first month is so hard. I'm just really shocked at my own reaction. This journey is just so draining at times. No pain no gain though right.

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I feel basically the same way and I have the same surgery date what a coincidence. I'm in NJ where do you live. Let's pray for each other it's going to be worth it in the long run.

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Thank you ! Let's pray for each other it's such a journey.

& Yes!! what a coincidence not a lot of people have that date. I'm in PA.

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I'm a week after you. I get the overwhelming feelings! One thing I've gotten from reading for a few months is don't stock up too much. Tastes can change after surgery and you may be stuck with a lot of expensive stuff you don't like. You'll be able to drive to the store as soon as you're off pain meds. I'd have enough to get you through the first several days, then restock based on what you like post-surgery.

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Yes I bought the vitamins because that's a must plan on buying some medical Protein, a few premier Proteins & Jello.

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I started this journey in July 2016. I would read how emotionally draining this can be but I didn't believe it. I'm now scheduled for surgery 2/16 & I swear I just feel like crying disclaimer I'm NOT EVER the emotional girl/ person. I don't cry, I just don't lol but I'm sitting here reading posts & literally want to break out in tears wtf.

I started with one insurance July NUT, PSYCH, classes, weigh in & finally approved in November scheduled for 12/1 one week before surgery I get unapproved there was a clause in my insurance everyone missed *rolls eyes* continue weighing in change insurance get approved under new insurance this month now I'm scheduled for 2/16.

Today went to big Vitamins, getting recipes together, supply list I'm just overwhelmed & I haven't even had surgery. I'm also now getting anxiety about the actually surgery & post -op pain

f**k everyone who says this is the easy way out.

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you are right, it is NOT the easy way out. I think all the PRE stuff is to make sure our mental approach has changed and is ready for new beginnings. I am curious what was on your supply list? It's funny because I am hear researching types of Protein for vegetarian Snacks etc.

I started this journey in July 2016. I would read how emotionally draining this can be but I didn't believe it. I'm now scheduled for surgery 2/16 & I swear I just feel like crying disclaimer I'm NOT EVER the emotional girl/ person. I don't cry, I just don't lol but I'm sitting here reading posts & literally want to break out in tears wtf.

I started with one insurance July NUT, PSYCH, classes, weigh in & finally approved in November scheduled for 12/1 one week before surgery I get unapproved there was a clause in my insurance everyone missed *rolls eyes* continue weighing in change insurance get approved under new insurance this month now I'm scheduled for 2/16.

Today went to big Vitamins, getting recipes together, supply list I'm just overwhelmed & I haven't even had surgery. I'm also now getting anxiety about the actually surgery & post -op pain

f**k everyone who says this is the easy way out.

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you are right, it is NOT the easy way out. I think all the PRE stuff is to make sure our mental approach has changed and is ready for new beginnings. I am curious what was on your supply list? It's funny because I am hear researching types of Protein for vegetarian Snacks etc.

Supply list I hear is a must

Jello

Medical protein

Vitamins

Gas x strips

Jello cups

I need to find a drink I like.

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I started this journey in July 2016. I would read how emotionally draining this can be but I didn't believe it. I'm now scheduled for surgery 2/16 & I swear I just feel like crying disclaimer I'm NOT EVER the emotional girl/ person. I don't cry, I just don't lol but I'm sitting here reading posts & literally want to break out in tears wtf.

I started with one insurance July NUT, PSYCH, classes, weigh in & finally approved in November scheduled for 12/1 one week before surgery I get unapproved there was a clause in my insurance everyone missed *rolls eyes* continue weighing in change insurance get approved under new insurance this month now I'm scheduled for 2/16.

Today went to big Vitamins, getting recipes together, supply list I'm just overwhelmed & I haven't even had surgery. I'm also now getting anxiety about the actually surgery & post -op pain

f**k everyone who says this is the easy way out.

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you are right, it is NOT the easy way out. I think all the PRE stuff is to make sure our mental approach has changed and is ready for new beginnings. I am curious what was on your supply list? It's funny because I am hear researching types of Protein for vegetarian Snacks etc.

Supply list I hear is a must

Jello

Medical protein

Vitamins

Gas x strips

Jello cups

I need to find a drink I like.

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k out Trimino protein Water, loaded with protein and no carbs or sugar.

Tastes pretty good too!

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I am also emotionally drained and I don't even have a date yet.

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Hello, I am Jan. 31, 2017. More than a month ahead I bought the premier shakes in chocolate, strawberry Cream, banana,and Caramel. Only can drink the Chocolate the others are sickening sweet to me. My daughter is using the others except my son is using the Caramel. BUY the Bariatric Cream Soups on amazon. The Savory taste is so nice at night. Now my nutritionist let me cut up cooked chicken breast it it. But my surgeons nurse said not this last weekend. UGH! I have lost very well on the pre-op 12. 4 lbs. Tomorrow, is the Clear liquids. I wish I could take a pill to sleep through it. lol

Like the Popsicle, Jello. Have it all prepared so you don't have to stress last minute buying it all. I, also, bought the natural juice pineapple, peach, mandarin orange cups for later, and natural or Splenda applesauce and cottage cheese. This way it is there and I can throw in the food processor. Also, Tyson or other brand cooked chicken tenders to heart and process with applesauce. I have not gotten the Vitamins yet but one week after surgery I'm bringing in all my Vitamin bottles to ask the dr. or nutritionist if I can use them. Got a prescription for vitamin B 12 shots from my dr and ordered that. My daughter is a RN and will give them once a month. I need to get Biotin for my hair and skin, plus a good skin oil or cream since I have dry skin.

Just do everything you need to do because it's still stressful for me but I don't have to go buy all the things last minute.

Best of Luck, I think we all have our anxieties.

I started this journey in July 2016. I would read how emotionally draining this can be but I didn't believe it. I'm now scheduled for surgery 2/16 & I swear I just feel like crying disclaimer I'm NOT EVER the emotional girl/ person. I don't cry, I just don't lol but I'm sitting here reading posts & literally want to break out in tears wtf.

I started with one insurance July NUT, PSYCH, classes, weigh in & finally approved in November scheduled for 12/1 one week before surgery I get unapproved there was a clause in my insurance everyone missed *rolls eyes* continue weighing in change insurance get approved under new insurance this month now I'm scheduled for 2/16.

Today went to big Vitamins, getting recipes together, supply list I'm just overwhelmed & I haven't even had surgery. I'm also now getting anxiety about the actually surgery & post -op pain

f**k everyone who says this is the easy way out.

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you are right, it is NOT the easy way out. I think all the PRE stuff is to make sure our mental approach has changed and is ready for new beginnings. I am curious what was on your supply list? It's funny because I am hear researching types of Protein for vegetarian Snacks etc.

Supply list I hear is a must

Jello

Medical protein

Vitamins

Gas x strips

Jello cups

I need to find a drink I like.

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k out Trimino protein Water, loaded with protein and no carbs or sugar.

Tastes pretty good too!

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Thank you will try !

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I am also emotionally drained and I don't even have a date yet.

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Yes ! At least we know other are feeling the same good to talk about it

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Hello, I am Jan. 31, 2017. More than a month ahead I bought the premier shakes in chocolate, strawberry Cream, banana,and Caramel. Only can drink the Chocolate the others are sickening sweet to me. My daughter is using the others except my son is using the Caramel. BUY the Bariatric Cream Soups on amazon. The Savory taste is so nice at night. Now my nutritionist let me cut up cooked chicken breast it it. But my surgeons nurse said not this last weekend. UGH! I have lost very well on the pre-op 12. 4 lbs. Tomorrow, is the Clear liquids. I wish I could take a pill to sleep through it. lol

Like the Popsicle, jello. Have it all prepared so you don't have to stress last minute buying it all. I, also, bought the natural juice pineapple, peach, mandarin orange cups for later, and natural or Splenda applesauce and cottage cheese. This way it is there and I can throw in the food processor. Also, Tyson or other brand cooked chicken tenders to heart and process with applesauce. I have not gotten the vitamins yet but one week after surgery I'm bringing in all my Vitamin bottles to ask the dr. or nutritionist if I can use them. Got a prescription for vitamin B 12 shots from my dr and ordered that. My daughter is a RN and will give them once a month. I need to get Biotin for my hair and skin, plus a good skin oil or cream since I have dry skin.

Just do everything you need to do because it's still stressful for me but I don't have to go buy all the things last minute.

Best of Luck, I think we all have our anxieties.

Wow thanks great tips will check it all out

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