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Hi! This is my first forum..ever :) I was sleeved january 7th. Wow what a ride it has been. Im soo thirsty and looking forward to solids March 7 :-) I got a bag of ice from sonic and for some reason eatting that helped the gas soooo much instead of sipping and getting mire air may e anyways im down 36lbs from preop diet jan 1

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Hey Zzzombrie! It's felicia from OCC, I finally went after having some Decaf coffee the other day, then I was at the toilet a million times after that! How are you doing? Are you losing? I've lost 10lbs since surgery.

Hey girl. Finally went last night and it was dizzying! I don't think I'd gone in about 3 weeks and it was a nightmare to get out. Almost passed out! I'm going to start on Metamucil today to make sure I get regular. I'm also down 10#. Can't wait for pureed food.< /p>

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Sleeves 1/8/14. Full Protein liquid diet until Thursday so it's boring but gotta do it . Pain is there around the stomach muscles and probably where the stomach is closed . Still hurts to move and switch positions in bed or get off couch but it's getting better ... Good luck ladies :)!

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Hi everyone! I was sleeved on Jan 6 th. I too struggled with gas and pain. I discovered Gas - X strips and they were a life saver! Also, for a more restful sleep, go get 1 or 2 body pillows. I have been sleeping in my bed since coming home from the hospital, and have 2 body pillows (1 for each side) that pending on which way I laid, I would put one side between my legs and hug against the tummy, and the other to support my back. Worked wonders!

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Phase II pureed foods starts tomorrow. I'm very confused about Protein Drinks. If I'm using that as a Meal Replacement does that count as liquid as well? Also do I only drink 4 oz every 4 hrs? Somethings I'm now allowed to eat that I actually like. Watermelon (super excited about this), creamed spinach, blended yogurt, mashed potatoes w. Gravy or sour cream. If you are headed to phase II please share some ideas on what to eat. Hope everyone is punishing through.

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I had surgery Thursday, came home Friday night, drank all that yesterday. But I have to say I'm not feeling good at all this morning. Chilling, sore, just don't feel good at all. I am trying to drink a shake now but I don't like it. I like my Powerade zero with Water. I went on three walls down my driveway yesterday and have gone once this morning. I ve got to get some Protein like nectar crystal sky so it isn't chocolate or vanilla.

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@@downsizingdiva and how much are you supposed to drink of both??

ok I'll look it up the next time I get up but I will tell you. I CAN'T DRINK ANYTHING COLD, IT GIVES ME THAT HORRIBLE FEELING LIKE THE TOP OF MY STOMACH IS ABOUT TO BURST. SO ROOM TEMP drinks AND EVEN SMALLER SIPS HELPED ME YESTERDAY.

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Make it a good one because after several weeks of all liquids, you will definitely be thinking about that last meal, can't wait to be a year out saying no regrets, so worth it! (My surgery was 1/13/15)

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Moving on to phase 2. Getting excited.

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ok I'll look it up the next time I get up but I will tell you. I CAN'T DRINK ANYTHING COLD, IT GIVES ME THAT HORRIBLE FEELING LIKE THE TOP OF MY STOMACH IS ABOUT TO BURST. SO ROOM TEMP drinks AND EVEN SMALLER SIPS HELPED ME YESTERDAY.

48 oz Fluid, 58g Protein, I didn't meet the protein goal. I got in about 51 g.

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How many calories are you guys getting in? I know I am not getting very many. Maybe 500? How about you guys? I drink a 1/2 serving of Dannon fit and light Protein Greek yougart shake to restore the normal flora in the bowel(70 cal), 2 Premier Protein shakes (320 cal both), 1/4 cup cream mushroom Soup (35 cal). How much is everyone else getting in?

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@@downsizingdiva do you have a fever? If you are still feeling like this by Tuesday I would go to the doc. I only say tuesday cause tomorrow is a holiday for most and docs are off. Don't over do it and I hope you def feel better soon.

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