I was curious, I am a major fluid drinker. I get all my fluids in everyday and even then some. My question is can drinking too much fluids stretch your belly like over-eating can?

I am 5 months out.

I was curious, I am a major fluid drinker. I get all my fluids in everyday and even then some. My question is can drinking too much fluids stretch your belly like over-eating can?<br> I am 5 months out.

My dr explained it to me like a funnel... So if you are drinking on an empty stomach between meals like you are supposed to then not likely... However if you eat something you are blocking the "funnel" therefore if you drink something then the liquid isn't going to pass through and could stretch your pouch.

Edited March 10, 201412 yr by KristinaRnY

I was curious, I am a major Fluid drinker. I get all my fluids in everyday and even then some. My question is can drinking too much fluids stretch your belly like over-eating can?<br> I am 5 months out.

My dr explained it to me like a funnel... So if you are drinking on an empty stomach between meals like you are supposed to then not likely... However if you eat something and you are blocking the "funnel" and drink something then the Water isn't going to pass through and could stretch you.

This is EXACTLY how my doctor explained it, too!

Yup, my doctor said the same thing. And added that it's best if you spread your 64oz fluid intake over the day - sip, sip, sip. Drinking too much too fast can be problematic. Great job getting your fluids in!! It's very important and many (including myself) struggle with it.

One of my things that I am having a hard time with is not drinking when I am eating. How did you all not do this. I grew up always drinking with my meals. I dont want to strech out my pouch. Any Ideas would be great.

Thanks

One of my things that I am having a hard time with is not drinking when I am eating. How did you all not do this. I grew up always drinking with my meals. I dont want to strech out my pouch. Any Ideas would be great.

Thanks

I thought I was really going to struggle with this as I've always had a glass of Water with meals but it's been fine. I've not eaten out yet though I guess that would be more difficult. I just keep an eye on the time and have a drink as soon as I'm allowed afterwards. Decaf tea is my new treat and so far I'm not missing cappuccinos at all which I'm amazed at! It's good to remember that these rules are there for a reason and the results make it all worthwhile :-)

This is the best video I've ever seen explaining the importance of not drinking when you're eating or for at least 30 minutes after. In the beginning everyone struggles with it but as you'll see, it's quite important to develop the habit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xR0VM3mnsgM

Awesome demonstration! We all know WHAT to do but this gives a perfect visual on the WHY we should do it. :-)