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The pre-op diet isn't that strict - you can do 4 shakes per day, or you can substitute a healthy, Protein rich meal. I kind of fast-tracked since my insurance won't cover the surgery so I got the rundown ahead since I won't meet with Arianne but 1 time before the pre-op appointment. As far as an estimate, I am self pay. I called the hospital and got a quote of about $14K but that's just an average really and it could go up or down. There are actually several charges - hospital, surgeon, anesthesiologist. Each bill separately so I had to get quotes from each and total it's about $20k.

These are great, thanks for sharing!

I hate waiting too! My surgery isn't until October. What I have done so far is order a ton of protein shake samples in all flavors just to see what I like. So far I like the Unjury and the Nectar.

Amazing! I'm so happy for you!! You look fantastic!

I'm scheduled for oct.28 in Annapolis, MD!

Years ago I had a large portion of my left kidney removed. After the surgery the kidney had a leak. I developed a very high fever because of all of the fluid leaking into my abdomen and causing an abscess. I can only assume that a leak from the sleeve would also cause an abscess and high fever.

Wow, I do the exact same thing! You seem to be right on with your theory of taking the best bites first! I am not sleeved until October but I might give this a shot now to break the habit! Thanks for sharing!

Thanks ladies! My surgery is scheduled for October 28. I can't wait!!

If you go to a website, BJ's bariatrics, you can order a shipment of samples of the syntrex nectar - I think you can get 12, but YOU choose which flavors. They have a tea, a lemonade, fuzzy naval - a few things that seem fruity and not milky. Do you like milkshakes? I've been putting my protein shakes in the blender with some ice, milk, and a banana. Tastes like a milkshake to me, but I don't mind milk. Good luck! I'm testing them too, I googled protein shake samples and came up with a bunch of things!

You can also apply for Care Credit and/or refinance your home mortgage with a cash out option. There really are a lot of options - where there's a will, there is a way. My insurance doesn't cover it either, but I have some money saved up that I'll be using. The hospital also gives a discount if I pay in full within 30 days of the surgery. Some hospitals even offer a package rate - you might have to make a few calls. Its totally worth it. My surgery is in October, and it can't come soon enough Good luck!

That is a great idea!

That is awesome!!! Great job!

Great job so far!!

You look FANTASTIC!!! Wow, I hope that I am as successful as you have been!

I got my surgery date today too! When is yours? Mine is October 28.

I just got my date - October 28!! So excited, but lots to do before then

Shellbell333, what is the texture like for the green apple and blueberry? I am very PRE-op, but like to plan ahead. I've only had choc/vanilla protein shakes. Are the fruity ones the same consistency? Do you mix yours with ice? That might be the only way I could have a fruity protein shake - make it like a slurpee!

My goal is to just be able to buy a normal bra in a store!!

You look amazing! Congratulations!!