OMG! I got My Date Today - October 9, 2009 at 11:00 am

Maryjo,

Thank you sweetie.

I am so glad this is almost over as I do not think I can take another set back.

Thank you once again for all of your support.

WOOHOOO!!!  Congratulations!!  I was so glad to see this!  And you are going to be done the day after me!  .  I'll be thinking of you as  I am sip sip sipping away...

Dawn,

Thank you so much.

I was happy to get the notification as well.

I wish you well on your surgery as well.

I will keep you in my prayers.

We both will be on the other side soon enough.

I am so excited.

 The countdown is now on!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!

Heather

Heather,

Thank you so much.

The countdown is on and popping.

I am so excited.

Fantastic news!!!

What liquid are you going to use?  Is it like Medifast or Slimfast or something or is it "liquids" like post-op clear, then full etc.?  Either way, it is just temporary.

Best,
Leila

Thank you.

 

Pre-op Liquid Diet

 

This diet is designed to shrink your liver prior to surgery to reduce complications.

 

Stay on the following liquid diet for __ 2  __ weeks prior to your surgery date.

Total Amount Per Day:

1.    3-4    cups protein drink

2. At least 3 cups calorie-free, non-carbonated fluids. (You may have as much as you like.)

Acceptable Protein Drinks (3-4 cups per day)

• Bariatric Advantage
• Boost Glucose Control*
• Nectar*
• Slim Fast High Protein Low Carb
• EAS Myoplex Low Carb Lite
• Muscle Milk Lite
• Carb Solutions
• Atkins Shake
• Pure Protein

* Lactose Free Formulas. Use lactose free products if you are lactose intolerant.

Your protein drink should be very low-fat or fat-free and “diabetic friendly/ no or reduced sugar." Choose ones that have at least 15 grams of protein per serving and you will stay satisfied longer.

 

Acceptable Calorie-Free Liquids (at least 3 cups per day)

• Water                                                  
• Crystal Lite, Fruit2O, AquaCal                  
• Sugar Free Country Time Lemonade
• Broth: chicken, beef, vegetable        
• Sugar Free Kool-Aid
• Coffee, Tea:  use sugar substitute or nothing at all, to your taste
• Sugar-Free Popsicles AND Sugar-Free Jell-O

Congrats, Teena!!!!!!!

YAY!!!!  I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY for YOU!!!




-Jamie

Jamie,

Thank you.

I am waiting to hear your good news as well.

Keep me posted.

Hi Teena,
Congrat on your date.  I hope I can have your strong determination and will power if I have any problems with insurance and or the doctor.  Take the Lord with you and you will be ok, I'm sure. I will be continuning to keep you in my prayers. 
Marianna