My DS is done 8/20........My experience so far.

It does. I can chugalug liquid like before, even though my stomach holds less. It took me quite a while to feel like I could take a real gulp though, like months. It may have been just psychological because I was worried I'd ruin something in my new stomach. Now, I gulp - it just seems to satiate better and  is less tedious for getting my liquids in.

Thank god for that.........This sip sip thing is the most limp wristed thing I have ever done, atleast for this long.  lol.  I love to take a swig when I tip.  Can't wiat.  Thanks.  EW

I am so lucky . I have never had to really sip . My cousin is about four months further out than me & still has to sip . I can chug . lol . It's too bad your wife couldn't stay longer . SF is a great place . Your regular GP should be able to handle ordering your labs & such . My cousin quit going to her bariatric doctor early on . Her GP was fine with taking over her bariatric care . I wouldn't suggest that for everyone , but sometimes you don't have a choice . It sounds like you really made an informed choice . You are doing fantastic . I'm really happy for you & your family . Kathy

Hi Eric!
    Glad to hear you are on the road to Loserville via Quick Recovery Highway!  Keep us posted on your progress, and let us know when you're having those not so great days too. We are here for all of it!