I got word yesterday that my surgery date will be September 16th. It seems like a long time, but it will give me time to prepare. What did everyone do to help pass the time before surgery? I worry that they are not having me meet with a nutritionist even and I really want to get this right!

Congratulations!!!!!!![emoji126][emoji126]

read, read, read. I spent a lot of time on internet forums (like this one) reading current and old threads, and also reading Web sites and books so I was SUPER prepared going into surgery.

Yes, I am in info junkie I plan to do exactly what you suggested! I suspect I will drive everyone here a bit nuts, lol. I spent an 2 hours at the store today reading labels.

Thank you both for your support!

13 hours ago, Lynda486 said:

I got word yesterday that my surgery date will be September 16th. It seems like a long time, but it will give me time to prepare. What did everyone do to help pass the time before surgery? I worry that they are not having me meet with a nutritionist even and I really want to get this right!

I found a protein drink I liked. Then took the time to eat special meals that I really love. Got a Fitbit for counting steps and started logging meals on MyFitnessPal. The as the date came closer I started a list of those things I wanted to do once I lost the weight. Good luck on your journey! My date is July 30.

I have been researching protein drinks, which one do you like? I am even considering making some soups and such for post op.

I am so excited for you, it sounds like you have made the very best of your time before surgery! I will be watching to see how your surgery goes. Best wishes!

2 hours ago, Lynda486 said:

I have been researching Protein Drinks, which one do you like? I am even considering making some Soups and such for post op.

I am so excited for you, it sounds like you have made the very best of your time before surgery! I will be watching to see how your surgery goes. Best wishes!

I hate cooking or mixing or kitchen stuff, so I like Ensure Max it has 30g of protein and 2 of those almost make my daily needs. I am also adding clear Premier protein peach flavored to my caffeine-free ice tea. My doc said clear liquids for the first week so I have chicken broth low sodium, and they have a high protein vegetable broth at Publix. Then the second week is full liquids for 2 weeks then soft foods for 3 weeks. I think finding a protein drink that you like and can go to often is the most important part of this. Prior to surgery, I had a diet that included protein drinks, and again after the surgery and the remainder of your life.