Hey I'm postop day 17 and I'm having trouble getting my protein and fluids. Also not sure how much I should be eating at each meal? I'm averaging 1/2 a cup. Protein first and still soft puree foods. Any suggestions? SW 285 CW 260 GW 160

Protein and fluids is something you just have to continually work on. It will get easier over time. I eat 3oz per meal normally I Weigh everything with my scale. I don't really use a measuring cup. I track everything with my "lose it" tracker. 1/2 cup sounds about right. @@JenniferKnaack1113

I am day 18 and have same issue. Its a full time job. There do not seem to be enough hours to take everything in. But as Elode says, I guess it gets better with time.

My dietitian suggested about 4 tablespoons per meal. I just started with soft/purees yesterday and am DEFINITELY not getting that in. Maybe 2-3 tablespoons tops. In fact I have gone back to soups/broths for lunch each day because Breakfast is not going down well. I really think it just depends on what you're ready for when you're ready for it first, and second I would call someone at your surgeon's office to ask them for advice about how much you should be taking in. You're only a couple weeks out from surgery (like me) and I personally would be scared I am taking in too much at once. Especially with the solids/semi-solids. For liquids, I am told 64 ounces of Fluid total (including my Protein supplement) and about 60 g of protein (supplements only, not including other sources of protein) per day.

Had surgery on Dec. 16th, and began eating puréed on the 14th day. I started with just 2 ounces...after it took me 3 hours to get up the courage. It took me 30 minutes and I didn't experience any problems. Yesterday I added an additional ounce and still no problem. But, I also make sure not to drink 30 minutes before or after, and I take 30 minutes to eat. I am sure I can eat 4 ounces but I'm not sure if I should.

Thanks everyone!