Before getting my surgery I logged into this site to get some insight on what I should expect. I want to thank everyone for sharing their stories because it really helped me a lot. Many have experienced gas pains, nausea, can't hold down the protein shakes. Fortunately for me I was only nauseous for one day (3rd day post) and I've been doing really well since. But I also see some of you are able to start mushy foods a week after. Why is it okay for some sleevers to start sooner than others? ????