Hello- I was banded June 18th. I'm starting to eat more regular non mushy food. The "no drinking" rule is difficult. I am having the hardest time following this : ( I can go the entire meal without drinking. The problem is immediately after. I know i need to wait 30 min correct? Any best practices out there? Thank you!

my doctor says up to 30 minutes before a meal and 30 minutes after. It is hard but I find if I really get thirsty sucking on a piece of ice really helps...