Melinda, glad to hear about your appointment. The nutricionist will give you everything (info, knowledge) you will need. She/ he will bombard you with alot, for your process and for starting your new life. Don't feel overwhelmed, take baby steps. PLEASE read everything carefully and always remember that everything has a purpose. Feel free to ask anything and everything (no matter how foolish or silly you think it maybe), if you don't then they can't help, therfore, you don't get the best information and knowledge for your health and your journey. Good luck and again, keep us posted..................Warm regards, Carol

Wow, such great news about your date...Congratulations!!!!!!!! First question? Will you be seeing a dietician/nutricionist?????????? If so, don't worry they will inform you of everything that you will need. You really will not want to eat or drink too much, soon after surgery.Be carefull about buying too much. I have tons of stuff that I bought and will never use....... 1. Get all of you vitamins and supplaments, NOW. 2. Buy protein powders, perhaps two flavors. Buy small containers in case you don't like the taste. Make sure to buy a powder that mixes very well. 3. Buy chicken/beef/turkey broth. I got three big containers from Costco, very cheap. 4. Diet Snapple is very good, again Costco. 5. Caffein free tea, yep, Costco. 6. Sugar free jello mix, uhm huh costco. 7. Tomatoe/split pea soup, you guessed it, Costco. helpful hint: Just before leaving the hospital, have the nurses fax your prescription to the pharmacy, pick them up on your way home. Baby food can get expensive and I'm not sure about the protein content. Protein is very important in the healing process and, of course, in building muscle which will eliminate alot of loose skin. Hope this helps...Please talk to your doctor about your meal plan....Only he/she knows what is best for you. The guidlines are basically the same for all surgeons, however, they do make some changes to meet their patients needs. The protein allowence for you is very individualized, and should be given to you only by your doctor or dietician.... Good luck and keep us posted, Carolbear

Hello Elisa..please let me know if they sell those wonderful flavors here, in Cali. I read the update on your journal, it sounds like you are very happy and everything is going wonderfully for you. Good luck to your hubby, you will be a lot of help and support for him.. Warm regards, carolbear

Oh yeah I remembered...I think they have it in Lime also...

Hello Melinda...and Welcome... Every doctor's program is a little different, so please check with your doctor and/or nutricionist. You will see a nutricionist before your surgery, they go over your entire meal plan. My plan does allow me to eat babyfood, 3 weeks after surgery. Please be careful with eating foods ( applesauce, bananas, etc.) that are high in sugar.................Good Luck and remember; your thoughts, comments, advice, questions, and just plain venting is welcomed and encouraged.. Keep us updated on your progress Waarm regards, carolbear p.s. keep your journal updated, you will be glad you did