I've been Approved and Scheduled, now what????

[slm2007 7]

I've been approved and scheduled for surgery for May 16th. It's really happening....anyhow, I don't have my preop appointment till April 20th and I was just wondering what you did for a liquid diet. They told me that I have to be on a 5 day liquid diet, which sort of bums me out a little because my son's birthday party is the Saturday before surgery so I'll be crabby and miserable from not eating...but I have to do it. What did your doctor tell you to do as far as a liquid diet. It has to be more than Slimfast, chicken broth and Water, right?

Any inside tips would be appreciated.

[reverie 49]

Congrats on your date!

Your doctor will give you more clarification as to what's allowed on the liquid diet. I was able to drink Protein Shakes, broth, Water, creamy Soups, and I think that's about it.

[forabetterlife 3]

I was able to do 3 Protein Shakes a day and i lean cuisine or smart one a day... good luck and congrats on your date!!!! YAY!!!

[TKW 501]

I didn't have a pre-op diet. They just wanted me to try and lose some weight before surgery, No gain or no surgery. I lost 18 pounds. Best of Luck to you!!!