drey

Hello everyone, I am 2 weeks post op and I can barely get liquids down. Today was my first day back at work. My day started at 4 am. I have sipped all day and have got in 22 oz. I am on the puree stage right now. I need help because this sucks!!!!

Well I'm 3 weeks out and back at work and still barely get on 40 oz. I'm dr told me not to worry about how many grams of anything right now. I measure stuff in teaspoons at this stage. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks everyone for the advice. I decided to do the 1 oz every 12 minutes and today started at 5:46 am with 4 oz of my protein and have been able to down 10 oz of water with lemon. It is much easier this way.

I am allowed to do the G2 but the dr said to do straight Gatorade for a week then go back to G2. That might be my saving grace Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My taste pallet is off. My body is going into ketosis and my dr is allowing me 12 oz a day of regular Gatorade which is great but I'm not drinking the whole 12 oz because of the sugar. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I started my journey New Years Eve with my initial consultation with my Dr and last Thursday was my final NUT visit and I lost 10 lbs. Before I even left the office they had submitted my paperwork to my insurance for approval and toady I got the phone call that everything was approved and surgery is April 25th. I'm on cloud nine!!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@MrsRP that is awesome congrats. I have heard horror stories about insurance companies. Definitely need a survey buddy lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@hollybower, I'm in northern virginia. I only have to 3 days of Clear liquids prior to my surgery. @@Reyeofsunshine, I think this will be a magical day Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App @@2goldengirl I completely agree, I'm so excited. Only 19 days to go Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello Jennjjcac, I'm also having my surgery on the 25th at 1230 in Northern Va. I'm so excited and can not wait. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello Lori Lynn, have you tried the Isopure zero carb Protein drinks? They have 40 grams of protein in 20 oz. I prefer mine ice cold and it is just like fruit juice minus the sugar. It is a little chalky after taste but once you get use to them they are easy to drink and there is no mixing or blender needed. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello Graciegretta! I'm scheduled for the 25th too Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@nervousnelly719, I'm scheduled to try sleeved on 4/25. I read your threads about not getting enough Protein. Have you tried the Isopure zerocarb drinks. They are just like juice pre-made from GNC or Vitamin shoppe. They gave 40 grams of protein in the 20 ounce bottle. A little chalky after taste but very easy to deal with and you don't have to make a thing. I gave tried the grape and loved it. Just a thought considering how much protein it has. I have been reading all of your threads. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Hello everyone, I currently 6 weeks away from having my sleeve done and am so looking foward to it. Just checking to see if there are any of VA sleevers around having surgery soon. I am with Dr. Fritzer at VA Bariatric Surgery Center out in Reston. I love this website and have so much useful information thus far. Audrey

April 25th and so can't wait Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Wileyns, are you excited? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Have you tried the Isopure Zero Carb Protein drinks? They have 40 grams of protein per bottle and are fairly easy. No blending. I'm a month away from surgery and wanted to try different types of Protein Drinks. Audrey Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone, I am scheduled for my sleeve surgery on April 25th and am so excited. I have found a great Protein drink that I think it fabulous. I have completely cut out soda's and trying to only eat proteins and veggies. No breads, etc in preparation. Would love to join the group. Thanks, Audrey

Hello everyone, I have recently been doing research on the sleeve and will be attending a seminar next week with a local surgeon that accepts my insurance. Wanted to see if any other NOVA people have been sleeved and what their experiences were. Thanks, Drey

Melly, thanks for the information about Aetna. Does it matter if you participate in a PPO or ***? I am in the beginning stages of my journey and any information that I can obtain is wonderful news. Thanks so much! Drey

Hello Deb, congratulations on your approval. I too have Aetna will be attending my 1st seminar next week. Could you tell me how long it has taken you from beginning until now? I am wanting to start this process as soon as possibly and was just curious how long it takes. Thanks, Drey