So i know we are not supposed to use straws. Intake of gas i suppose?? But i noticed that i can get nice small sips in with straws. Im pre op...practicing! Tell me your straw story.

I use a camelbak drink bottle and really like that. I have more issues with air when I drink from a glass

My surgeon told me to avoid straws until I was fully healed...after that, he said you will not swallow any more air with a straw than you do talking...think about it...we breathe in and out all day while we talk. Is a straw gonna kill you? I think not. I started back using straws at 3 months post op and I couldn't get in my 64+ ounces of liquid a day without a straw. I'm now 9 months post op.

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I have noticed that straws help take in things that dont taste so good...like protein shakes! Sends it right bedhind the taste buds. When i sip i have to taste it. Ughh. Lol.

My surgeon told me no straws also, because of air and gas issues. But I found that using a spoon has been helpful for me, because I was a gulper if I wasn't using a straw.

Both my NUT and surgeon allow straws. I am pre-op and have been practicing also I like straws better for sipping, and I dont think I get more air. I found that I tend to gulp more without the straw.

I spent one miserable week not using straws post op. I was not getting enough fluids. Switched to using a straw and things went down much more smoothly and I was able to get more fluids in.

totally wish i wouldve used straws sooner!!!! helps get the sips down easier......and so what if ya get a little air.....i just burp!!! ツ

I was also told no straws on account of getting air in your stomach and you may wind up drinking too fast with them. I think I'm going to play the straw thing by ear.