Kj, Sounds like a great plan...buddy system! I've added you as a friend, and hope to keep in touch along our journey to a new healthier happier life!! Best of Luck to you! ~Carol~

Maybe I wasn't too clear, but he'll be home the first 5 days....possibly leaving after that. It's not "just a trip" there are a few cirmumstances as to why he needs to go see his family.

Diana, It's been almost a year for me. Just shortly before my surgery I was a wreck. I got brave and called the local support group, and went to one of the meetings. It was the best thing I could have done for myself. I talked to women that had gone through the surgery, who had lost weight, and who were so helpful in giving me some sound suggestions and comforting thoughts. My best suggestion is to find the support group in your area - call the person in charge and see how soon you can meet with some of the people in your area that have already been there done that! You won't believe how much comfort you can gain from talking in person with others! Best of luck, and no matter what anyone does say, it takes lots of courage to do what your about to do! You go!!!!

OK this is gonna sound nutty but the meat baby foods ( like first foods) have about 8 grams of protein in a 2.5 oz jar. Add a dab of sea salt and warm them a bit and they are edible. I had to try something else because I can't find a protein mix my pouch likes.

Hi, I don't know what your starting weight is but I don't suggest being alone for the first five days. I really needed someone to comfort me and hep me get my shakes etc. Also, the best thing to do is walk walk walk. It was 100 degrees here in LA all week so I have literally been doing laps around my not so big house. I set a kitchen timer to go off every hour and then did 10 laps. That was the onl thing that helped move the gas through. Good luck!