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@@Justjune83 You need to call your surgeon immediately. There's no way you can go through surgery. It's dangerous for a fetus to be exposed to anesthesia and meds given during surgery. You are also not able to get enough nutrients for you and a baby. If you have surgery - you are putting yourself and the baby at great risk. Sorry that your plan seems to have detailed but a healthy pregnancy and baby are more important!

You don't need carbs!!! That's probably a real bad idea this soon into maintenance. Protein Protein Protein!

@@Hiraeth I'm happy that your Mom is supportive of WLS. Does your Bariatric Program have a nutritionist? If so - I'd go through them. I had my required supervised weight loss with them and also my initial Eval. I also had my Psych Eval thru my BP. I asked for additional sessions to help me prepare for emotional eating challenges and found that to help the most. I recommend that to anyone going thru WLS. Use this time to learn living post op. I wish I started this at your age!

Exactly! Not to mention that the smoothie sucked! LOL She forgot 2 ingredients and didn't put ice in it (and everything was room temp). She also said that we could have it at any stage pre-op or post-op but there were hemp seeds in it and when my nutritionist came by I asked if it was allowed in the first 4-6 weeks because I was told no seeds and she said no we couldn't have it for 6 weeks post-op. So - the presenter gave folks wrong information (and considering I was picking help seeds out of my teeth all night - I suspect those little suckers could easily get caught up on a staple and cause significant issues.

Seriously - I don't have time to run (or change) a Support Group. I'm all set with just going the 2 mandated sessions and being done with it. I have my own full-time job to do.

@@PrinceVanHalen I was not told I couldn't have tomato sauce. Maybe it's too much acid - it can cause reflux issues so if that's been a problem or a possible problem - that could be why. Tomato juice is actually on my plan for full liquids. Some tomato sauce does have a fair amount of sugar.

Hope the Zofran works and you're feeling better very soon!

You should look into doing a program with the Nutritionist from your Bariatric practice. That way you can learn how to eat post-op and can get some benefit from the wait. I also had therapy to deal with emotional eating issues or cravings while I waited. You need to find out if you need to lose weight during this time. Not all plans require weight loss.

I would not worry. If the Dr didn't feel like a study was necessary - I'm sure you will be just fine.

My guess is...check your incisions, do an exam and weight. This is the time to ask questions or tell them if something doesn't seem right.

It's normal. Liquids in... liquids out! Just remember - never trust a fart! ????

You are beautiful!!! Congrats!

@@stsch06 Many of us think maybe we could do this on our own - but the sad statistic is that only 5% of people who lose weight on their own keep it off long-term. You need to change your eating habits but the surgery is a tool to help you with portion sizes. If you stick to the plan - you will be successful. You're doing this for you - and it's the right thing to do.

I met with the surgeon first and discussed options. Then I met Nutritionist and Psych. Once insurance approval goes thru I'm scheduled again with the surgeon. I would think all of the work you've done will be transferable. I would ask for a consultation with the surgeon at TR and if they don't allow that then go somewhere else.

That makes me excited to think that could be me soon. Congrats!!!

The nutritionist went over a recipe for a smoothie for 30+ mins. Not exactly the support I was looking for. I'm glad I know what the heck I'm doing (for the most part).

I'm so happy for you!!! Much success to you!

Mix protein powder into your drinks or broth.

Oh you need to do the weight loss first - you may end up needing another surgery if not.

Try going back to basics. Eliminate carbs - they will trigger more cravings.

You may not be eating enough with that level of exercise. Add more protein and fluids. I think 21 lbs is good though so congrats!

@@bini120 Have a wonderful time! Does your husband have a single brother? ????. Alcohol can cause bleeding this early out so you'd best not have any. :-(

That's a hefty goal. Good luck!

I went through the nutritionist at my program.

I'm still a couple months before surgery. It seems like it's taking forever!