I'm here....

[reynolds4]

Hey all.... I'm here now. I've mostly been on FB but finally got logged in here. My countdown has begun and I start my liquid diet on Monday. My surgery is on Jan. 19th.

I'm having the normal pre-surgery jitters. Ordering some protein samples this week for post-op and have my tumbler for water.

I've purchased my multi-vitamin, vitamin a & k, biotin, b-12, and calcium citrate. This week I'll be getting my iron, vitamin d & e. I feel like I'm missing some - so any input is appreciated.

Ive been repeating to myself - after surgery all you need to do is sip,sip,walk,walk and repeat.

Can't wait to finally be a official ds'er.

Alisha

[feeder3565]

Hi Alisha. My advice after your DS is to take things real slow. Your body will tell you when you can start to handle the vits. Protein and water come first, with water being first. This is not a race. Everything will slow down. As far as time use it to your advantge. Water will take longer to get in, protein will take longer to get in, getting in and out of bed will take longer, bathroom habits need to be relearned. Good luck. Karen

[Girlrocker]

Sending you positive thoughts for your surgery!

[Jolly Rancher]

Glad you joined us. Your date is right around the corner. Good on you for getting some protein samples and vitamins. I like reading of a prepared patient. Your day is almost here. Best of luck!

[Fade2Pink]

Good luck with the liquid diet, I think that sounds tough, but it will all be worth it after your surgery and after your recovery is behind you. Wishing you well and we have a spot warmed up for you on the loser's bench.

[teachmid]

Welcome, Alisha. Good luck on your upcoming switch.

[anewmii]

Welcome aboard!!! The liquid diet phase is not pleasant but sooooo worth it to get to the final goal of the turning your health around. You'll be join us on the losers bench in no time.

[reynolds4]

Thank you all for the well wishes. Im so glad that I have the support here, FB, and my family as I begin my new journey to a healthier life.