Hello Danielle, I am 6 days out but have discovered some tasty acceptables. I have not started pureed meats, eggs, etc. but I have pureed cream of potato soup with skim milk and love it. Last night I had to have protein before the end of the day and didnt think I could hold another 8 ounces of liquid. I opened a SF chocolate jello pudding, dumped it into a small cup, and added straight to the pudding a scoop of Designer whey chocolate Protein mix......WONDERFUL!! Try that brand. It isnt really that expensive and comes in a variety of flavors including vanilla praline. I plan to buy more. Inside the lid of the can was a recipe for a chocolate peanut butter protein drink with skim milk........Ya just cant beat that. Good Luck to you, Pam

I have been a lurker for almost a month, I had my lap rny 3wks ago today, I'm supposed to start purees I have the barix book but nothing appeals to me in there any suggestions on things to puree and what is consider pureed enough?? for example can I have tuna fish without blending it? egg sald, scrambled eggs ?? peanut butter? Also I can't get the protien shakes down so I started Profect any sugesstions on other brands ? this one is quite expensive. Oh I forgot in my book it says I can puree rost beef is that something I could start right away or should I wait?? I see alot of people have problems with red meat? Thanks Danielle

I am happy to hear that you are now on the losing side. I am also very glad to hear that you are not in too much pain. I will be joining you next Tuesday so thank you for the prayers. Necole

Hi Kimberly Congratulations! You're on your way to becoming a big 'ole loser like the rest of us! ;) So...here's the deal. People are going to react to the surgery differently. Cherish those who support you and try not to be too hard on those who won't. Many of us go through a "omg what did i do to myself?" period shortly after surgery, but I assure you that once the pounds start melting off and you regain energy and start FEELING more alive, you'll feel as though you would undergo the same surgery 100 times over. I am 14 days out of surgery and down 19 pounds. I feel terrific! Everyone here at OH has been extremely helpful, supportive, and inspirational. Remember to ask questions, even if you think they're stupid. Ask your surgeon's staff questions, ask us questions here, ask ask ask! This was my first surgery ever (I'm 28) and it scared the hell out of me. Reading older OH threads really helped me feel organized and ready for this experience. Good luck to you and keep us posted on your progress! Nicole

Hi Lisa Grrrr how frustrating!!! Don't give up! Lots of people go through hell with insurance companies for this surgery - you'll likely find a wealth of support here on OH. Try the "Insurance Help" forum and ask plenty of questions! Keep your head up, girlie...this is the beginning of a new you! Please let us know how the process is going and good luck! Nicole