Feeling frustrated

[BelleOfBatonRouge 80]

I had my meeting with the nutritionist about the program for the pre-op liquid diet and post op diet. I had been mentally preparing myself for what I found online- I would graduated through stages weekly and would be able to introduce solid food after week four. Apparently my program does a six week progression- week one is Clear Liquids, week two is full liquids, and the next FOUR weeks after is pureed food. Something about that extra two weeks I wasn’t expecting has me feeling very frustrated. Does anyone else’s program do this?

[t1018ross 116]

I didn't eat solids until week 7 and to be honest, my sleeve wasn't ready for them until then. And yes, it did suck. I got so tired of pureed and soft foods. I know lots of programs are very different. I would talk to your surgeon and your NUT about your feelings. Sometimes surgeons will promote you to the next step early but definitely follow his/her instructions. It's for your own safety and health. Good luck and I promise it will pass and you won't think twice about it again!

[NYJenn 1,463]

I did, it was a little boring but completely doable.

[Queen Grandma 22]

I made French onion Soup today, I'm 5 days post op. Strained the onions, amazing. Did same with egg drop soup yesterday!! Get creative. My nut was very supportive of the ideas. Wish I had done it pre op.

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[BelleOfBatonRouge 80]

2 minutes ago, Queen Grandma said:

I made French onion Soup today, I'm 5 days post op. Strained the onions, amazing. Did same with egg drop Soup yesterday!! Get creative. My nut was very supportive of the ideas. Wish I had done it pre op.

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Omg that is too funny. French onion soup strained of the onions is the first batch of soup I’m making for my pre op diet that starts Wednesday!

ETA: I am also looking at a Thai butternut squash and carrot soup but I’m probably going to email my nutritionist the recipe to be sure. I have a lot of chicken broth ideas but I’m holding off until clear liquids only for that.

Edited October 2, 2018 by BelleOfBatonRouge

[J San 1,071]

WLS is a huge mind game. You have to be mentally prepared to adapt to whatever necessary at that moment. Don't let things that are out of your control frustrate you. Get your mindset to where you can adapt and try to stay positive about it. Good luck to you on this journey!!!

[Ginger-Snap 27]

I am right there with you! My plan is 6 weeks post-op liquid diet. Then week 7 is puréed food and then week 8 is soft foods. It is difficult for sure! I am currently 4 week’s post-op. So 2 more weeks left for me at the liquid stage.