July 2021 Surgery People!

[gwen 1]

Ohh in 2021🎊

[MoreThanWords 16]

EEK! I just have ONE WEEK left until surgery (next Thursday, the 8th). Starting to get NERVOUS! 😬

I'm so uncertain about what eating post-op will be like (both in the weeks following surgery and in the future). I haven't stocked up on anything yet (like broths, shakes, popsicles, etc.) because I just don't know what I'm going to need/want! Anyone else in the same boat?

I did find a recipe that looks good, though...I guess it's for the full liquid post-op stage? Here it is, if anyone is interested:

HIGH Protein CREAM SOUP

1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese

2 tbsp. non-fat powdered milk

1 cup fat-free milk

1 can low-fat cream Soup (cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, etc.)

Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Pour through a wire mesh strainer to remove any chunks or pieces still left. Gradually heat in the microwave. Makes 2 servings.

Per serving: 14 grams of protein

[wlh75 19]

July 17th VSG... Nervous but Excited.
Begin Pre-Op Liquid/Liver diet Saturday 7/3

Heaviest 312#
Gallbladder Surgery 3/12/2021 287#


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[Jenfs5 19]

EEK! I just have ONE WEEK left until surgery (next Thursday, the 8th). Starting to get NERVOUS! [emoji51]
I'm so uncertain about what eating post-op will be like (both in the weeks following surgery and in the future). I haven't stocked up on anything yet (like broths, shakes, popsicles, etc.) because I just don't know what I'm going to need/want! Anyone else in the same boat?

I did find a recipe that looks good, though...I guess it's for the full liquid post-op stage? Here it is, if anyone is interested:
HIGH Protein CREAM SOUP
1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
2 tbsp. non-fat powdered milk
1 cup fat-free milk
1 can low-fat cream Soup (cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, etc.)
Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Pour through a wire mesh strainer to remove any chunks or pieces still left. Gradually heat in the microwave. Makes 2 servings.
Per serving: 14 grams of protein

Congrats!! My surgery is also the 8th. I'm getting excited. I have a ton of Protein Shakes from over a year ago when I tried to go back to them... but I'm not sure if I will use those. My favorite are fairlife shakes... totally the best I've ever tasted. I also ordered some Bone Broth mixes and some other stuff from the store on here but I have yet to actually try them lol. Hopefully I have enough stuff to at least get me thru my first 2 weeks post op. I'm actually worried most about they day before surgery where it's Clear Liquids only... anyone have any good suggestions for that day?

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[shez_stubborn 6]

Hi everyone!! 🤗 My name is Lauren and I’m new around here.

Anyhow, My surgery date is Monday, July 12th!! 🤩 I’m so excited and nervous at the same time!

[shez_stubborn 6]

On 5/19/2021 at 10:50 PM, laurenantics said:

I just got my surgery date for July 12th at 10AM. I'm so freaking excited!

Hi Lauren!! My name is Lauren as well. And weirdly enough, my surgery date is ALSO July 12th!! 🤣🤣🥰🥰

[Candace76 212]

9 hours ago, MoreThanWords said:

I'm so uncertain about what eating post-op will be like (both in the weeks following surgery and in the future). I haven't stocked up on anything yet (like broths, shakes, popsicles, etc.) because I just don't know what I'm going to need/want! Anyone else in the same boat?

Hi MoreThanWords,

I am still a few of weeks out, but I also was worried about what to eat, so I wanted to be prepared and get some the clear liquid & full liquid staples before I start my pre op diet.

I have tried some Protein Shakes from Unjury & Premier Protein. They were ok. Not a fan of vanilla now, but that may change after surgery or if I get tired of chocolate. I like adding them to coffee (Unjury had a Cappuccino flavor, I want to try it with caramel flavored Premier Protein), and will probably do that once it is allowed.

From Walmart, I purchased some sugar-free drink mixes, chicken broth, veggie broth, beef broth, sugar free Jello, & sugar free ice pops. Some items were name brand and others were Walmart brands. Trying to save $ where I can as supplements, Vitamins etc. all add up.

I bought a tub of chocolate Premier Protein from Walgreens.

Yesterday, I placed my first order on BariatricPal and ordered Aunt Millie's broths (pho & Thai), BP Protein Soups, BP protein Fruit Drinks, & GENEPRO Unflavored protein mix.

Last week I ordered some cups for shakes, Water, & broth. I got one cup with a strainer for traveling (in case I need to order Soup & strain it).

I still need to get vitamins, hibiclens, and prilosec before the surgery.

Before the puree & soft stages I want to purchase a mini portable chopper/processor & food scale.

Thanks for sharing the recipe. I see us probably having a lot of broth and soups in those first few weeks.

Jenfs5, thanks for recommending Fairlife, I want to try that brand now, too. Also worried about those clear liquid days (after surgery probably won't be bad as it isn't long and based on others experiences-you aren't that hungry at first). Hopefully, the excitement of being so close to our surgery will make it a little easier. I read other people say that the broth helped fill them up and jello helped give the chewing feeling. (Not a big fan of jello, but when you are only allowed a few things it may be nice to have)

Best of luck everyone!

[Ekgrn 6]

I'm with you all it's the unknown. I am in my preop phase now day 7, my surgery is July 7th but so far I love drinking Fairlife. I bought the Bariatric Fusion but it's the same as Fairlife except I have to mix it. To be honest I was not getting enough calories thus far because I use almond unsweetened milk so didn't add up to enough in Day so I increases to 5 shakes a day to get at least 850-900 calories. I've been reading alot and trying to prepare dinners for family and with mine I puree. I bought 1 oz icecube trays and froze. So it's convenient. I love Dr Voung on you tube hes a bariatric surgeon he helps with alot of questions.

Edited July 2, 2021 by Ekgrn

[Better look again! 10]

Well I’m getting up to my pre op July 20…. You say you wasn’t getting enough calories and Protein or just calorie? Cause I was thinking 💭 that if I drink 2 premiers a day I would be ok, and taking my Vitamins and eating my liquid diet consistently of jellos & broth..

[okmom05 15]

I'm scheduled for July 12th and I'm completely freaking out! I'm not afraid of the surgery but of life after. Afraid this will be one more tool that I will fail at.

[ShoppGirl 5,049]

11 minutes ago, okmom05 said:

I'm scheduled for July 12th and I'm completely freaking out! I'm not afraid of the surgery but of life after. Afraid this will be one more tool that I will fail at.

I was really afraid of that too. I think after yo yo dieting our whole lives it hard not to be but this is a good tool and if you use it properly it works. You just have to trust the process.

[Jenn Aquilone 1]

I’m the 12th of July. I’m very excited and scared!!

[Mother of boys 25]

Sorry haven’t been on here, had a stressful last week in work. I have been reading all the posts as they’ve come.
surgery was confirmed and approved last Sunday for July 4th

Did PreOp bloods etc last Tuesday then PCR Thursday which came back negative.

Im to arrive at the hospital at 530am for admittance then surgery at 730am.

Feeling slightly nervous and scared etc but know this is all pass and parcel of what I’m about to do

[Candace76 212]

11 hours ago, Mother of boys said:

surgery was confirmed and approved last Sunday for July 4th

Wow, so close! Best of luck tomorrow. Wishing you a safe & successful surgery and amazing results !🥳 Please keep us posted!

[Mother of boys 25]

Thank you ❤️