I had my 1st post-op appointment today, five days after my 12-3 banding. I had posted about how my Dr recommended only Water, and then a few SF popsicles, until this appointment.

Anyway, I made it through the five days without any trouble, and with only water and a total of 3 popsicles. I am down 15 lbs since the surgery and a total of 43 lbs down since my initial consultation. I'm off to a good start and I'm excited about it.

My Dr now recommends two weeks of Protein shakes for all three meals daily. I had an 8 oz chocolate shake for dinner tonight that I bought from the office and I was pleasantly surprised. It was MUCH better than the EAS AdvantEdge that I had tried before the surgery. I only bought one shake today because I was leary of the taste but now I'm sorry I didn't buy a 6 pack. Tomorrow I'm going to GNC to buy their ON Gold strawberry whey Gold Standard™ Delicious Strawberry that was recommended by my son. He says it tastes great even with water, which is important to me since per Dr's recommendations the shakes should be under 120 calories and adding milk would put it over. I'll let you know how it tastes.

Does anyone have a favorite Protein Shake, either pre-made or powder?

Dang, your Dr's tough!! Toughest one I've heard of yet!!

I'd be happy to hear of a good Protein shake also. I had my surgery the same day as you. Congratulations!