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I had pain first couple of days. Then pain when I drank something cold. Now I'm two weeks out and I have no pain swallowing. Try sipping using a baby spoon and see if that helps. I think sometimes our sip initially is just still too much lol. My NUT told me a month before my surgery to practice sipping from a baby spoon or a top from a Water bottle. It was helpful advice. It's like we have to recondition our mind for everything regarding this surgery. VSG 6/17/2016

I'm taking two Flintstones chewable and two regular calcium antacids chewable tablets daily VSG 6/17/2016

@@BigTink2LilTink awesome! We see it too! Keep up the good work! #inspiration VSG 6/17/2016

Wishing your girlfriend a speedy recovery ???? VSG 6/17/2016

You get a B12 shot? VSG 6/17/2016

They checked for a leak the day after my surgery and there was none. I spent two nights in the hospital. VSG 6/17/2016

wow! You look amazing! I'm so excited that I downloaded this app and found this thread! I'm seriously thinking about getting the sleeve! I'm actually going to get it, just gotta go to the seminar, get the appointment and pray that my issuance doesn't give me any troubles! Lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Call your insurance company first and find out what they cover regarding bariatric surgery and you shouldn't have any problems down the line. VSG 6/17/2016

I'm two weeks out on Saturday. That first week I felt dizzy too. Would get light headed doing very little. I was wondering how can I get out and walk like this? Didn't hear of anyone else having this problem. Called my bariatric support person and she said it was the low calories. To stay hydrated and rest. This second week, I'm not light headed anymore, but I get tired very easily. I have my two week post op appt tomorrow. I know with increased calories I'll feel better. VSG 6/17/2016

Yeah, four weeks I'll be on full liquids and then puréed/soft food for two weeks after that. If your surgeon has permitted you to eat food, just chew chew chew. There should be no whole pieces. VSG 6/17/2016

Congratulations!!! VSG 6/17/2016

My favorite is lemon and mint. But yeah, there's all types of infused Water recipes out there. When I first had my surgery, I couldn't drink cold water and that sucked big time. Two weeks in and I can drink cold water now. My water has to be cold, with added lemon and mint. When I used to go out to eat, I'd ask for lemon, lime, and mint leaves. Looks fancy too VSG 6/17/2016

Dr. Macik was my surgeon too! I go see him tomorrow for my two weeks post op. He's awesome! Pre-op is just low carb/high Protein diet and no alcohol. One thing I also like about Dr Macik that a lot of other surgeons don't do, is he have the nurses put a binder on you before you go home. It's really great for the stomach swelling and makes you feel better all around. I had surgery 7a.m. and was in the hospital two nights. Best wishes! VSG 6/17/2016

Congratulations!!!! You look like you always had spunk and full of life. The surgery made it all the more better. You go girl! VSG 6/17/2016

Oh my mouth drools just thinking of tasting a sliver of ribeye lol! I know that soft food phase will get old also, I just need more variety at this time. We are definitely winning everyday when it's a good thing to be a loser VSG 6/17/2016

@@taracutch @@cln39 @@mercedes620 Best wishes and speedy recovery!!! VSG 6/17/2016

I thought four weeks was going to be hell. I won't complain anymore. You'll get through. One day at a time. We gotta just keep our eyes on the prize. Best wishes. VSG 6/17/2016

I move to puréed/soft foods weeks 5 & 6. Who would've ever thought I'd be excited to have puréed foods lol. I'm with you, it is hard. Best wishes. VSG 6/17/2016

I brought the lemon flavored drink. It tastes so sweet to me. I don't really care for it. Anyone else feel like that? Wondering if I dilute it, will it taste better to me. VSG 6/17/2016

Thanks for letting me know that. Saves me from wasting money. Yes food and shakes seems to be the most practical and it'll taste so much better. Right now I'm not worried about getting in extra protein or a certain amount either. Reading different posts had me thinking I needed to do more. Started driving me crazy lol. Called my bariatric partner and talked to her which clarified how I was feeling and just went back to working my surgeons plan for me. I mean I did chose him for a reason, so why be concerned what others are doing. I feel better for it VSG 6/17/2016

Wow! That's awesome! I don't know when the last time I was 220 anything. I'll probably pass out! I'm good but ready to get this week over with. There is no reason for anyone to gain any weight back because this is torture . Its not easy. But I have my eyes on the prize. Taking it day by day. I didn't weigh myself the past two days. VSG 6/17/2016

@@erp Where did purchase it? Have you tasted the Lift? VSG 6/17/2016

Congratulations VSG 6/17/2016

Hey Lex, Me too. I just keep taking in my liquids trying not to think about it and get busy or sleep lol. I can't wait until I can at least have puréed/soft food. Who would've thought?! I'm just trying to get through the weeks until everything goes back to "normal." I have my eyes set on the prize. It'll get better. Just take it one day at a time. VSG 6/17/2016

That's awesome! How you feel about yourself makes all the difference! When you feel good, everything is good! Lol VSG 6/17/2016

So far so good. Just bored with the Clear Liquids. Move to full liquids next two weeks and then puréed/soft foods! Yayyyy! I have lost 18 lbs as of today, since I was sleeved on 6/17/2016 VSG 6/17/2016