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My dr said that drinking could only stretch your stomach right after surgery - like the first dew daya (and even then it doesn't really stretch, but could stress it). Water won't stretch it, moves through there too fast.

So this is not really a complaint, as much as just laughing at my new reality. But being newly sleeved, and going on some first dates lately (where obviously I'm not going to be sharing my surgery story), I eat like the silly bird girl who picks at her food and wants to appear all petite. Hahaha! That's so not me or my personality but my sleeve is the boss right now. So first date bird eating it is...

Hey Jen! I'm totally intrigued by EMDR. what have you thought about it so far?

I'm interested to know also....

Good question. I think I just liked it pureed, made it smoother and less dry. How do you add egg? Cooked?

I love pureed tuna with a little pickle juice.

I'm three weeks out and felt the same. Eating and drinking was wayyy too easy. But definitely feeling more restriction as my stomach loses numbness and my food gets more dense. Hang in there. Even if you're not feeling completely full, stop if you've had an adequate amount and you're at least satisfied.

I ordered the special k protein powder to go in water bottles. Ordered off amazon. Love it! 5 g protein per glass without the heavy shake taste.

Great thread. This is exactly why I've decided to only weigh weekly. I don't need the daily stress! Just do my best and TRUST my body will follow. My attitude has been so much better since I put that little square demon in a closet!

Great thread. This is exactly why I've decided to only weigh weekly. I don't need the daily stress! Just do my best and TRUST my body will follow. My attitude has been so much better since I put that little square demon in a closet!

Thank you! I'm 10 days post op and totally wondering the same. Drinking has been a snap.

Love it love it love it

I just had mine 5 days ago from Dr. Quinones in MX, loved the whole experience. Was $4000, but may be $4500 now. He was incredible as well as his staff. Included transport to and from San Diego airport, two nights in hospital, and one night in a hotel. Highly recommend!

These are also my favorite. How can I make a blended shake with them? You know, with ice, bananas, etc....? Confession, I have NEVER used my blender. Ever.

I'm 4 days sleeved and I'm having the exact opposite. I can drink as much as I want, no problems at all. Protein drinks, water, propel, I don't even have to sip. Makes me wonder why I'm not feeling SOME restriction with liquids?

What are you eating? What makes you think it's too much?

Sleeved on Monday (three days now) -- I haven't had a single problem drinking water or juice or eating jello, popsicles, etc. Is that weird? I read about so many people not even able to take sips or get their fluids in. Don't get me wrong, I'm so grateful that this has been this easy and virtually pain free, I'm just wondering when I'm going to feel any restriction.

Taking a taxative a day or two before is a great help, totally reduced any gas pains for me afterwards. And you'll probably hear this a hundred times, but WALK WALK WALK as soon as you can. Totally helps! Good luck to you!

I'm three days out, and yes, gained a few from the surgery - they pumped a lot of liquid into you through your IV. And you probably are retaining some Water from the swelling. It will drop quickly. Hang in there. I'm not having any trouble with water drinking or anything, which seems kind of strange - but I'm not complaining. No nausea, and not much pain either. I feel lucky. Just keep drinking, even if you have to force it. Dehydration will not be helpful.

I've heard great things about Almanza. He must be good to have such full schedules all of the time. I personally chose Dr. Sergio Quinones, also in TJ. Price was very comprable, and having been sleeved three days ago, I am nothing but ECSTATIC about the care I received at his clinic. He was personable, answered every question - speaks excellent English - spent a lot of time checking up on me. His whole staff was incredible. I don't think I would have gotten any better care in the US. As I was preparing to leave Mexico for the airport, one of the nurses showed up at my hotel just to give me a popsicle and say goodbye. I highly recommend Quinones.

Yes I definitely have preferred standing and walking to laying down. I finally was able to get another pillow semi propped under my stomach and slept on my side. That was the only way it didn't hurt. Getting up and down takes a lot of stomach muscles so I try to use the wall, the bed rails, my legs, anything to use less stomach crunching.

Hi Januaries! I'm two days post now- have been feeling surprisingly good, very little pain- walking a lot- no discernible gas. Feeling awesome. Excited to see how I do with fluids and foods! Just took blue dye leak test and should be leaving the clinic today. Happiness to all!