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Puréed diet - Yippee! - Two weeks out, today I am able to start puréed foods.... And while I look forward to having more variety in my diet, I am a little nervous.  On the plus side, it is my birthday tod...

Post op Appointments at TWH - For those who have gone through TWH for your surgery - what do your post on appointments look like? So far I have one 6 weeks after surgery and was told it was a group appointment ...

FYI - Found Vanilla Premier Shakes - They carry them at the Heartland Costco in Mississauga.  Yay!!

Nestea Zero Post Op? - I have been craving iced tea.... Can we have this post op? It has a little caffeine in it from the tea, but people are allowed to drink tea so.....

Cream soups - home made ok? - I am 1 week post op (yay) and wonder if I can make my own creamy tomato soup from scratch or if I have to stick with the canned stuff?

5 days Post Op - Aug 11 was my big day, had RNY surgery. I have to say, I feel pretty darn good considering I just had a major surgery.  Today I took my kids back to school shopping, was out for 4 ...

Coffee question - Hey all, need some advice.  On full liquids diet,  says that we can have tea... Am I able to have decaf coffee? Too soon? I don't want to rush it at all, am happy to wait, was thin...

At home, some food questions - Came home yesterday, feeling pretty good today! Trying to get in protein, but I don't much care for the premier shakes but force myself to drink it.  Are the vanilla ones better th...

I made it! - Just a quick line to let you all know that surgery went well.  I am in a lot of pain, getting up to walk the first time was awful.  It will only get better from here! and I lost a...

Tomorrow's the big day! - Three weeks of opti done! Tomorrow is surgery day At TWH.  I can't believe that the day is almost here! The process seemed to take forever, then the last three weeks flew by! I am ...

Whey Isolate Wagjag - Received this in an email today, great prices on Canadian Whey and includes shipping: http://www.wagjag.com/deal/toronto/canada-whey-998672?cluid=amVubmlmZXIubGFiZWxsZUBob3RtYWlsL...

Dr's Note - When did you receive your dr's note for time off? The surgeon did not give me one, my dr's office says that he can't give me one without seeing me, and his first avail appointment ...

VSG vs RNY - What surgery did you (will you) have? I am having RNY next Monday. reason for asking is that a lot of people on OH seem to be having the VSG.... Is this a trend in the USA or what...

Opti and Ketosis - Well day 11 is drawing to a close.... And it's a downhill slide to the finish line! I don't know of I am in ketosis or not though.... I had a horrible taste in my mouth for a coupl...

Caffeine - Does coffee have to be caffeine free when mixing with Opti? I don't drink any other caffeine product, and it's not everyday. Picked up a black coffee from Tim's this morning to add...

Met the anasteiologist today.... - Was at TWH for pre-op appointment today. One of my biggest fears is being intubated, and considering what we go through for the RNY, this is top of my anxiety list. Turns out that...

How are my Opti buddies doing? - Today is day 6, I can't believe almost a week has gone by.  I am SO exhausted, we are moving so it has been go-go-go all weekend.  Off to TWH tomorrow for the pre-op appointment, h...

Cheating on Opti? - Had a close call this morning... Almost caved in and went to Mcd's for a coffee and a breakfast sandwich. Was feeling sorry that I did not have the time to have one before starting...

Getting Fired for taking medical leave - I work for a small company, and with surgery happening in just under 3 weeks things are happening fast.  I worry that they will fire me for taking medical leave.  I have had to beg...

Got my date! - Met Dr. Urbacj at TWH today, all clear for surgery on August 11th!! Woot woot! I was floored when they said they were booking surgery dates for August.  Starting Optifast on Monday...

So excited for tomorrow! - I finally have my meet the surgeon appointment at TWH! Finally!! I will be meeting with Dr. Urbach. Question - if all goes well tomorrow, should I expect to received surgery date ...

What meds do you take after surgery? - Wondering what medications the typical RNY patient is prescribed after surgery? I assume pain medication if some sort... What else? TIA :)

TWH question - I finished all my appointments last week, and was told that the team meets once a week to discuss patients.  My question is, how long did it take you from when your appointments we...

Trying Protein Shakes - I placed an order on well.ca, and had a save $10 off $40 so I for to try the Pure protein shakes for free! Yay!  Anyhow, here is the coupon code I used : Jennhelpsyousave in case ...

Time off work - Hello, I work for a small company and my boss has been giving me a hard time about booking time for appointments, and I have yet to tell them about the surgery.  I will be using my...