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Well, on the other side of things now and really this has been a breeze. Yes, the gas pain was not very fun but other than that, I really don't have any complaints. My Doctor has me on 4 weeks of a liquid diet. I am 3 weeks in, thank God, and SO ready to chew something other than a vitamin! I'm ready for the puree stage but also nervous. I haven't been successful in getting the ideal protein amount per day yet. I have been choking down the protein shakes but I feel like I have to have a cup permanently attached to my hand to get in all the fluids in and so far, that's going so so. Any tips or suggestions so I might be able to get the 60g and going forward with the post op diet? If I can't get the 60g now, advancing the diet makes me nervous to get it in then as well.

@TomCruzMomShoes Okay, fair enough! Thanks again for all your help!

@TomCruzMomShoes, Yes, great minds think alike. Amazon is currently working on sending me the Fusion bariatric unflavored protein powder. If I remember correctly theirs was 27g per scoop so in 2-3 business days, I will be on that gravy train with you. Is it truly unflavored or do you get a little after taste? I wanted to add it to some of the food too like refried beans or hummus. They were recommended to me but have very little protein in them so I was going to give them a boost. I start the puree stage on Monday and I am ready but also nervous bc I REALLY don't want to fall back into any bad habits. But I am trying to stay positive and keep working at it. I am 25 days post op but my Doctor had me on 2 weeks of liquid then 2 weeks of full liquid (protein shakes/powder) so I am beyond ready for texture back into my life! Thanks for the tip! I really appreciate the advise.

@Jazzy1125, Thank you so much! I know this might sound silly but there is comfort in numbers. Glad I am not the only one still working on it lol. I didn't even think about spreading it out more, I need to do that. And the whole not drinking for 30 mins before and after is going to take some adjusting for sure! Last night I ordered some unflavored protein powder that will hopefully help during the pureed stage. After a month of liquids I am getting really excited about a change to the menu. This is so helpful, thank you again. I will continue to trial and error until I find my groove. Good luck on your journey!

Thank you! And you too! I mean I did a lot of Googling and I have a co-worker who had this done 7 years ago and she is doing so well. Maybe I keep thinking more information will quell the nerves. I know having a great support system is a huge plus but I am a ball of nerves.

Hey Y'all! Mind another late comer to the party? I just got approved and my surgery is scheduled for November 2nd! Also, did I mention this is the first surgery I have ever had? Ya, I am freaking out! But still very excited. I haven't started my pre-op diet yet but I know it's coming. I feel like I should be asking all these questions to my surgeon but I keep drawing a blank. I just, for some reason, never thought this day would come. Okay so, does anyone have a tips or catchy emotional support poster saying to share?