Hi guys I am new here and looking for September surgery buddies!! Mine is scheduled for the 12th! I am so excited! Who’s with me???

5 minutes ago, kellyarw95 said:

How tiny are your sips? And how long do you have to wait in between sips? I got a 1.5 oz shot glass to drink out of after surgery but I'm so used to gulping idk what a sip is. Lol

I take 4 sips from the 1oz cup with about 3-5 minutes between each sip. I came home and took a usual gulp from an Evian bottle and it made me scream out. It is learning a whole new way do eating/drinking!

53 minutes ago, Angela_85 said:

For those who have already had their surgery, have you guys met your daily Water and Protein goals? It seems so hard for me and I’m on top of it. It seems impossible

I'm honestly a bit surprised so many of you are trying to (or supposed to), drink protein shakes so soon? In my program I'm supposed to do clear liquids only for the first 3 days. Considering that dehydration is the number one reason for hospital readmission, I think it's critical to stay on top of your clear liquids. The protein is important, but probably a bit less so.

4 hours ago, Hope4NewMe said:

Good luck to everyone tomorrow! I hope everything goes smoothly and a fast recovery. Update when you can and can't wait to hear about your successes.

On a side note, those of you who can drink Premier Protein shakes and who love pumpkin spice, they have it as a limited flavor in Amazon. The smallest batch I could find was a 12 pack but I took the risk and bought it and I'm happy I did. Its soo yummy! I do like sweet things though and anything pumpkin spice though.

Thank you. I’ll keep everyone posted as soon as I can. I love the Premier Protein Shakes. I buy vanilla and add a few drops of extract flavoring… my favorite is almond…I also add extract to my water, no artificial sweetener taste

28 minutes ago, JustAMomATX said:

I take 4 sips from the 1oz cup with about 3-5 minutes between each sip. I came home and took a usual gulp from an Evian bottle and it made me scream out. It is learning a whole new way do eating/drinking!

I luckily stopped myself from swallowing an accidental gulp, I got it down in three and it hurt but it could have been worse.

7 hours ago, Cassandra Maughan said:

6:30 check in, 8:30 procedure. I have done pretty well on the pre op diet but I have no idea if I’ve lost weight… definitely thinking some Water weight has come off though. My feet look thinner weirdly enough!

Check in at 8am procedure at 10am… I’ve done well on the the 2 week pre op diet. I did loss a little over 15 lbs…Good luck tomorrow

Tomorrow is the big day! I am mentally ready for this new step in my journey. I’m so thankful for this support group. Wish all the best to my buddies that are having surgery tomorrow.

9 hours ago, saida76 said:

I'm still trying to navigate this page but I'll get used to it so my surgery is September 12 gastric bypass in New York City.

Me too… both tomorrow and the sleeve… I’m on Long Island Suffolk… good luck ! We Got This!

16 minutes ago, SpartanMaker said:

I'm honestly a bit surprised so many of you are trying to (or supposed to), drink Protein Shakes so soon? In my program I'm supposed to do Clear Liquids only for the first 3 days. Considering that dehydration is the number one reason for hospital readmission, I think it's critical to stay on top of your clear liquids. The Protein is important, but probably a bit less so.

Just further shows how the plans are different. Heck, mine doesn't even technically have a water goal, just a 48-64 oz liquid goal, I'm choosing to make that my water goal and call everything else extra after.

17 minutes ago, Giovanna628 said:

Tomorrow is the big day! I am mentally ready for this new step in my journey. I’m so thankful for this support group. Wish all the best to my buddies that are having surgery tomorrow.

Good luck!!! You'll do great!

My surgery is scheduled for September 15th. I am in southeastern WI is anyone else in the area? I hope everyone is doing well on their journey so far!

5 hours ago, Angela_85 said:

For those who have already had their surgery, have you guys met your daily Water and Protein goals? It seems so hard for me and I’m on top of it. It seems impossible

I’ve probably met water goals but protein? Not even close. Doing the best I can and as I am allowed more foods, I will get closer to my goals.

4 hours ago, SpartanMaker said:

I'm honestly a bit surprised so many of you are trying to (or supposed to), drink Protein Shakes so soon? In my program I'm supposed to do Clear Liquids only for the first 3 days. Considering that dehydration is the number one reason for hospital readmission, I think it's critical to stay on top of your clear liquids. The Protein is important, but probably a bit less so.

My first week was clear liquids and protein drinks weren’t allowed. This week I have been allowed, but they are just sickeningly sweet to me. I was able to get down a third of an Atkins shake by cutting the whole shake with about 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Mostly I’m living on Creamy chicken soup broth and it hits the spot. So good.

Before surgery, I loved the Gatorade Zero with Protein. Now I hate it. Ditto on sf pudding…yogurt…protein shakes…anything sweet. All I want in this life is a fried egg with half a piece of toast.

Sending hugs and positive vibes to all having surgery this week. I go for my one week post op follow up tomorrow.

Ok guys it is go time! Surgical wash done bag packed to stay with my dad and nausea patch on! Now to try to get a good nights rest for surgery in the morning!!! Good luck to all those going in with me tomorrow!!! And thanks for being the best support group ever!!!

How long is everyone taking off work? My surgery is Thursday the 29th and I need to be back at work by that Monday... is that possible? For context I work in an office sitting for 8 hours with the freedom to get up and walk around as much as I want... I noticed people on fb were taking weeks off and so I'm nervous. I kinda HAVE to go back to work...can't afford time off.