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Dear Fellow Chatters, I'm a November 21st person. Actually, I'm a little bit apprehensive because I feel I don't understand the pureed and soft diet as well as I should. I know I am going to take my protein shake very seriously though. I don't want to lose hair. Well, best of luck and success to us all.

Hi Diane, congratulations on your date!!!! I know each hospital or bariatric program has their own "rules" for eating - both right before and after surgery... do you have a NUT? In my program, we had a pre-surgery class to explain everything and answer any questions, hopefully yours will have something like that... but I would definately contact your NUT or even your Surgeon and ask for clarification... surely they have something, either as a handout or on their website? Best of luck!!! Marilyn

What's a nut???? Yes, I saw the nutrtionist (oh, maybe that's the nut???) OK. My problem is that she didn't keep giving examples of a lot of specific foods, only the guidelines. I guess I have to stroll in the grocery store and come up with ideas. I'm and going to do that on Wednesday. Baby foods!!!! I think I will feel more confident then. Thanks for the help. Are you having surgery in Nov.? Do you feel ready?? Take care.

Yes, Nutritionist = NUT, of course sometimes Marilyn = NUT but that's another story! My surgery is scheduled for the 14th. I seem to have lots of emotions, from fear to excitement (and everything in between). I can't imagine I'll ever be more ready than I am now... so I'm jumping in with both feet. My liquid diet starts tomorrow... kowabunga!!! Marilyn

Thoughts of a teenage mutant ninja turtle just came to mind.... ROFLMAO!!!!! Now you have to hear the rest of my thought- He was jumping into a glass of clear broth! Okay I admit it.....I am a sick, sick, human being. Good luck Marilyn! Take care. Sheryl

Yes, that's how I am feeling too. Just all over the place. I had serious back surgery 2 years ago and didn't feel quite this way. I guess we will bother have our nerves back after WLS. We will have to make contact after. Bye. Good Luck. Break a Leg.

Hi Diane! If you look at Dr Joseph Chebli's web site (you can get to it through OH he's in Washington state) he has a VERY detailed handout regarding the diet progression and what each stage includes and should not include. It also has a detailed description of the supplements you have to take, when to take them and what they best kind are. Anyway, it might help you out. Corinna Q

Congrats and welcome to the November board Diane! Only about 3 more weeks and you will be on the losers bench... best of luck to you. Shawn M.

Hi Diane! Welcome!! I am having my WLS on the 20th. I have been having the last month jitters too. I got out all my paperwork that I have received since I started this journey in February. It's amazing how much I forgot. I have reviewed most of it this past weekend. I am feeling a bit better now. Just remember you always have your doctor and us to ask questions to. Take care and see you on the losing side soon! Sheryl

Hi Diane, Congrats on your date and Welcome to the November board !! My nut gave me a pretty good hand out covering all the phases, and said she would also be in too see me while I'm in hospital. Maybe yours will too. Also, don't be shy about calling them and asking....that's what they are there for !! I know what you mean about the hair.... mine is long and I do not want to lose it !! I heard in the chat room the other nite that Special K also has a protein drink now. It's only 5 grams tho...but no sugar. Keep in touch Huggs & Blessings, Lori