ValerieDee1975 55 Posted May 2, 2015 I'm doing the Kroger brand of Slim Fast...pretty tasty I'm doing Boost Calorie Smart - chocolate. It's the best that I've had and approved by my nutritionist. I bought stuff from them and I just don't like it. I'm switching to Boost also...may cost a bit more, but has less sugar, haven't tried it yet so we'll see I had my preop testing today, just some blood work and my final visit with my surgeon, everything looks great! All that is left is a preop class they give for final questions (nutritionist and nurse give it), what to pack, what to expect, what to buy, etc. I am so excited but the butterflies have started...I am finally like "OMG this is really happening!" lol I hear ya! Butterflies something awful! I'm excited, nervous, determined, etc. So many emotions! I think you will like the boost. I love it. I've lost 8lbs on my pre-op liquid diet so far. Now I'm being asked by one or two of those who know I am having the surgery why I can't just continue on my own without surgery. They just don't understand! OMG, I get that question a lot too! What is it with people??? I started my journey in Sept of last year and my doc wanted me to loose 10 lbs...I started Weight Watchers last Oct and lost over 30lbs...so I got that question a lot from other WW people...yeah it was working for me and what not, but it was so hard and I just couldn;t really afford it long term...plus I have other health issues that having this surgery will definitely help with..anyway, i am SO GOOD with my decision...I know there may be a point where I regret doing it (apparently it's a thing) but I have been researching and prepping for over 15 years really...so I am way good! Good luck with yours too...I am really liking this site so far Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Debiksmit 5 Posted May 2, 2015 Hi, I just finished my last class yesterday and I am hoping for a May date. Now I'm getting nervous but I'm excited too. I would love to have some support and buddies to share the journey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roberts30 1 Posted May 2, 2015 My surgery is may 26th. I'm super excited and alittle nervous about the liquid pre diet.!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bestisyettocome859 23 Posted May 3, 2015 Had my last pre-op meetings on Friday. Clear Liquids all day Monday then surgery Tuesday morning. Sure hope I'm not making a mistake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bestisyettocome859 23 Posted May 3, 2015 Flairness - you'll be in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ellieschad 6 Posted May 3, 2015 My surgery is may 26th. I'm super excited and alittle nervous about the liquid pre diet.!! I am right there with you - surgery the 26th I go in for my pre-op on the 6th, - very nervous about liquid diet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tsylvester 4 Posted May 3, 2015 I'm doing the Kroger brand of Slim Fast...pretty tasty I'm doing Boost Calorie Smart - chocolate. It's the best that I've had and approved by my nutritionist. I bought stuff from them and I just don't like it. I'm switching to Boost also...may cost a bit more, but has less sugar, haven't tried it yet so we'll see I had my preop testing today, just some blood work and my final visit with my surgeon, everything looks great! All that is left is a preop class they give for final questions (nutritionist and nurse give it), what to pack, what to expect, what to buy, etc. I am so excited but the butterflies have started...I am finally like "OMG this is really happening!" lol I hear ya! Butterflies something awful! I'm excited, nervous, determined, etc. So many emotions! I think you will like the boost. I love it. I've lost 8lbs on my pre-op liquid diet so far. Now I'm being asked by one or two of those who know I am having the surgery why I can't just continue on my own without surgery. They just don't understand! OMG, I get that question a lot too! What is it with people??? I started my journey in Sept of last year and my doc wanted me to loose 10 lbs...I started Weight Watchers last Oct and lost over 30lbs...so I got that question a lot from other WW people...yeah it was working for me and what not, but it was so hard and I just couldn;t really afford it long term...plus I have other health issues that having this surgery will definitely help with..anyway, i am SO GOOD with my decision...I know there may be a point where I regret doing it (apparently it's a thing) but I have been researching and prepping for over 15 years really...so I am way good! Good luck with yours too...I am really liking this site so far We've got this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djay210 18 Posted May 3, 2015 (edited) May 14 here! On my 4th day of Protein Shakes. Did anyone have issues with the runs while on the 2 week pre op fast? Edited May 4, 2015 by djay210 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ellieschad 6 Posted May 3, 2015 I found a wonderful product today - I have not asked my NUT about it yet. I am a BIG milk drinker - at my QuikTrip today I found FairLife Milk - I tried the chocolate and am going to try the white tomorrow. It was wonderful, extra Protein without the protein taste, was just like milk Chocolate reduced fat 11.5 oz 200 cal 19 g protein 6 g fat 19 g carbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ellieschad 6 Posted May 3, 2015 Just sleeved yesterday (may 1) Significant pain but getting better No gas pain so far Walking makes me nauseous but I'm doing it I had to make the radiologist wait around because I was dry heaving during the leak test I think they're sending me home today Sorry for plain reply...not feeling up to whole sentences Congratulations on the start of your new life - I am sure the pain will be better, especially once you get home Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roberts30 1 Posted May 3, 2015 My surgery is may 26th. I'm super excited and alittle nervous about the liquid pre diet.!!I am right there with you - surgery the 26th I go in for my pre-op on the 6th, - very nervous about liquid diet I go on the 6th for pre-op too at 8:45am! do you have to do a full two wk liquid diet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tnkrrbl 53 Posted May 3, 2015 Surgery May 18 or 19 in Tijuana Bmi 31. 5'2". 189 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jade1375 0 Posted May 3, 2015 Hello I'm from Michigan my surgery date is may 5! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brenda L. Robertson 8 Posted May 3, 2015 Roberts30, I go May 5th for class so I will let you know if I have to do liquid diet prior to surgery. I got 15 more days and I'll be in for surgery, May 18th is fast approaching! Brenda My surgery is may 26th. I'm super excited and alittle nervous about the liquid pre diet.!! I am right there with you - surgery the 26th I go in for my pre-op on the 6th, - very nervous about liquid diet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoMoBand 278 Posted May 3, 2015 I have the sorted list of May Sleevers in WORD file format and will update the list every so often. In all fairness to bvenegas who started this post, we need to add her as soon as she gets her date. Let us know bvenegas. jake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites