Costco has a ready to drink shake (chocolate Premier) that I have had everyday for  the past few months. I also have their Lean fit that you mix with either water or milk available in chocolate and vanilla. I find it very tasty. Popeyes also carries a brand called 4Ever Whey that comes in a few other flavors other than chocolate and vanilla that I have used. I have found a lot of the store brand leave a terrible aftertaste. The Costco brands have left none. I'm sure there are many other very good ones. Some places even have sample packages. I know Popeyes have provided me with samples.

Congratulations Kaila! How did your first day of your pre-op diet go? I'm on day 3 of mine. I'm allowed 3 Meditrim shakes and 2 cups of low carb vegetables. The first day I was nauseous and had a headache. I only managed 2 shakes on the first day and had to have some broth to settle my stomach. Today is my 3rd day and it is much better.
Good luck on your surgery and God Bless!

 Congratulations on your surgery date! My surgery is on Sept 6th. God Bless! 

Congratulations and good luck on your surgery. My surgery date is Sept 6th. I am looking forward to having the energy to do things again with my kids. They are teens now and I feel like I have missed some very important years just coasting through life.

Members of OH have posted awesome hospital lists of items they found very useful during their stay. I've compiled a few things I have found.

- Chaptick 
- small personal fan
- ear plugs or headphones to block out noise
- cell phone/mp3 - charger
- camera
- pillow (very useful for ride home also to hold against your stomach)
- a front closure bra
- slippers/slip on shoes
- wear baggy clothes to the hospital and wear the same ones home
- elastic for hair
- pads

(http://www.obesityhelp.com/content/aboutobese.html)

What should I bring with me to the hospital 
Basic toiletries (comb, toothbrush, etc.) and clothing may be provided by the hospital, but most people prefer to bring their own. Choose clothes for your stay that are easy to put on and take off. Because of your incision, your clothes may become stained by blood or other body fluids. Other ideas:

• reading and writing materials
• crossword and other puzzles
• personal toiletries
• bathrobe

 I'm having my RNY Sept 6th. It's coming quick now! Good luck on your journey. God Bless!