I just switched insurance companies and the new one requires 6 mos. medically supervised diet.  I saw my Doctor in August and will see him in September.  I'm so glad I read you informtion about making sure these appointments are at least a month apart.  Thanks for the good info. 
I'm on track to have WLS in January or Feb 09.
Thanks
Nancy

The whole time I went through bariatric classes (6 months worth) and my doctor continuously pushed having a good support system regarding surgery and weight loss.  Yesterday I blew it.  I took 4 bites of an avocado.  I am still supposed to be on soft foods but the ones my doc said I could have were yogurt, eggs, and cottage cheese.  I paid for it dearly.   My tummy hurt for over an hour.   My tummy may be different but my head is still the same and I know I need to work on this bigtime.  It's interesting that when I was reading the boards (usually on the california boards) I thought about eating different things but it really wasn't a big deal.  I have went back to work and have been forgetting the Protein drinks here and there.  Never did that while I was hanging out on this site either.  Sooooo,  I have came to the conclusion that I need to hang out a little more on this site for the support.  Anyone else feel the same way?

It will pass... Mine has gotten alot better... but the wierd thing is the spot that itches the most isn't even where there was an incision lol... I am just using a moisturizing lotion. 

My doctor told me at 1 month out I could start adding tuna, cantelope, cooked shrimp (not fried).  He told me to remember to chew very well.  I had the RNY.  Hope these choices can add some choices for you.  

I lost 12 pounds in the first 9 days after surgery.  But just remember everyone loses at a different rate.  Don't dwell on the scales.  I try not to weigh daily but every 2 or 3 days.  If not i would obsess over it.  Just be happy in the fact that you are losing and take inspiration from that.  Best of luck!
Jiji