How long did you have to wait until you could have pureed foods? There are so many variations, just hoping to get an average.

HW 391 PreSW 348 PostSW 358 CW 351

I have to wait 2 weeks...then 2 weeks pureed...2 weeks soft foods...then regular diet.

I am jealous of those that move through the stages quickly but I'm determined to follow my doctors guidelines. (Kaiser insurance)

One day of clear fluids then on to puree for two weeks.

HW 358 SW 344 CW 339 GOAL 200

Started full liquids (puréed) before I left the hospital and was on them for 2 weeks

Full liquid 2week

Pureed 2 weeks

Soft 2 weeks

Then slowly introduce more foodn by 6 months should be okay for any consistency

I have a food list from my doctor that I follow. It lays out everything or idea to have each hour for the 1st week after being released.

Example:

8am - 3 oz decaf tea

9am - 3 oz SF jello

10am - 3 oz sports drink

etc etc etc - and in addition SIP SIP SIP

When I read a thread like this, I just get a lttle bit confused.

What do you guys consider a clear liquid? I wouldn't consider SF hot cocoa a clear liquid and this is why I begin to get confused. I also would not consider a protien shake, a clear liquid.

My papers then go on to list foods/ideas for stage 3, 4, and 5 (3 being full liquids, 4 being pureed, 5 being soft foods)

I have a food list from my doctor that I follow. It lays out everything or idea to have each hour for the 1st week after being released.

Example:

8am - 3 oz decaf tea

9am - 3 oz SF jello

10am - 3 oz sports drink

etc etc etc - and in addition SIP SIP SIP

When I read a thread like this' date=' I just get a lttle bit confused.

What do you guys consider a clear liquid? I wouldn't consider SF hot cocoa a clear liquid and this is why I begin to get confused. I also would not consider a protien shake, a clear liquid.

My papers then go on to list foods/ideas for stage 3, 4, and 5 (3 being full liquids, 4 being pureed, 5 being soft foods)[/quote']

I didn't get instructions like that. Clear liquids were strictly broth, SF jello and popsicles, and hot decaf teas. But I was on full liquids when I left the hospital by day 3 after surgery. I just wonder because how much everyone's instructions vary, why they are not standardized. Just like the pre-op diet, not everyone does the 2 week clears. I would think with all of the research, it would all be a standard amount of time for everyone.

2 weeks clear liquids

2 weeks full liquids

2 weeks puréed foods

Then soft foods for a month

I have a food list from my doctor that I follow. It lays out everything or idea to have each hour for the 1st week after being released.

Example:

8am - 3 oz decaf tea

9am - 3 oz SF jello

10am - 3 oz sports drink

etc etc etc - and in addition SIP SIP SIP

When I read a thread like this' date=' I just get a lttle bit confused.

What do you guys consider a clear liquid? I wouldn't consider SF hot cocoa a clear liquid and this is why I begin to get confused. I also would not consider a protien shake, a clear liquid.

My papers then go on to list foods/ideas for stage 3, 4, and 5 (3 being full liquids, 4 being pureed, 5 being soft foods)[/quote']

SF cocoa is a full liquid, not a clear liquid. Same with milky protein shakes. There are a few protein drinks that ARE clear--isopure is one of them.

I have to do 1 week liquid

4 weeks purée

4 weeks soft

3 month life style diet

6 month to forever lifestyle diet

1 day clear

2 week puree

2 month soft

Then transition onto reg low fat low carb with the main focus on Protein.

HW 358 SW 344 CW 339 GOAL 200

So for me. I didn't have a pre op diet. As far as now 2 weeks clear diet. 4 weeks soft and purée and then on to more solid foods.

I'm on 2 week full liquid

4 week soft foods

Then can introduce solids

My dr said the reasoning begins the time period for liquids and soft is that your pouch and gut are still trying to heal. He said that if you introduce soft foods too early, your pouch is having to pump harder to "digest" and you risk popping a staple - therefore risk sepsis. I do think it odd though- that there is not a "standard" procedure- it seems as if its each drs personal preference.

HW 305 SW 292 CW 279 GW 150

Im on full liquids for 3 weeks after being released from the hospital.

Then can see the surgeon so he can decide if im fine for pureed food.

Would mixing unflavored unjury to jello and teas be considered clear?

Would mixing unflavored unjury to Jello and teas be considered clear?

Yes

HW 305 SW 292 CW 278 GW 150