When did everyone start drinking again? My surgeon's office said to wait 3 months post op. I'm not wanting to overindulge but I would like to enjoy a mimosa at the baby shower I'm going to in a couple weeks because heavens knows I will need help getting through it.

But we aren't supposed use food/alcohol to cope any more

Easier said than done, I understand. At the very least, get some trop 50, because it has less sugar and calories than regular OJ. And maybe let the champagne go flat. You've got 3 things working against you. Juice/sugar, carbonation and alcohol. That might be enough to cause dumping in some people.

When was your surgery? You might find you don't want it. I have no desire for food/drink at all, and if I do fix myself something, I don't want it after a few sips/bites.

I had 1oz champagne after my surgery, and it went down OK, but my stomach really hurt after.

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I'm four years out and carbonation still gives me stomach pain! And yeah the sugar in the juice can cause dumping in a lot of people. Then you also have the high acid in the juice. Vodka cranberry might be a better choice, lower sugar, less acid and no carbonation.

I would suggest waiting, but if you do try it perhaps try before the shower so you aren't caught off guard with a bad reaction in the middle of a party.

My surgeon said to wait 6 months and I did. I've had wine a couple times and mixed drinks twice since that time and it didn't bother me. Carbonation isn't an issue for me, though I avoid it unless I'm having some seltzer or Ginger Ale when I was sick but Im not a fan of juice. I'm not a big drinker anyway, so it's not hard for me.

24 minutes ago, ToSleeveOrNotToSleeve said:

But we aren't supposed use food/alcohol to cope any more

Easier said than done, I understand. At the very least, get some trop 50, because it has less sugar and calories than regular OJ. And maybe let the champagne go flat. You've got 3 things working against you. Juice/sugar, carbonation and alcohol. That might be enough to cause dumping in some people.

When was your surgery? You might find you don't want it. I have no desire for food/drink at all, and if I do fix myself something, I don't want it after a few sips/bites.

I had 1oz champagne after my surgery, and it went down OK, but my stomach really hurt after.

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Agreed not suppose to use food/ alcohol to cope which I haven't so far but being in room with a group of people who dislike me and who I'm not totally fond of either makes me super anxious. I just need something to take the edge off a little so I can relax and try to enjoy myself.

Totally didn't think about the carbonation. I've stayed away from it completely since my surgery on June 29th.

Maybe I'll just BYOB my own wine lol

I wonder if you take gas x with the mimosa, will it break down the carbonation in your stomach? Or maybe use Moscato worth trop 50? That would have no carbonation.

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Why do we do things we know won't be fun? I do it, too, but I'm learning to say "no". Can you skip the shower?

15 hours ago, Apple203 said:

Why do we do things we know won't be fun? I do it, too, but I'm learning to say "no". Can you skip the shower?

If it wasn't my husband's daughter I totally would skip it. Trust me I wish skipping wouldn't have worse implications than going.

Poor thing. That is sucky. I'm sorry you are in that situation. Try the wine first a few days earlier because getting sick in that party would only make things way worse. White wine with a couple drops of oj might look the same as what they are drinking and be better for your sleeve.

three months out and im able to do a couple glasses wine no prob.

three months out and im able to do a couple glasses wine no prob.

You're a guy too though, so your capacity and tolerance may be different.

Wine is def a good alternative but do try it at home first!

My surgeon said never. Never ever. No alcohol, ever again. Probably due to the risk for transfer addiction (which, by the way, is a very real thing - and if you choose to drink...or shop online...be aware of it, lol)

I waited about 8 months before I had anything.

3 years out in November and the only three beverages I ever consume (unless it's a weird situation - special vacation or something) are one 6 oz cup of coffee every morning, water (120+ oz a day), and dry white wine.

Just watch yourself - tolerance will be much lower, and be sure to monitor your weight, if you choose to start drinking during rapid weight loss phase. Alcohol slows the metabolism.

Good luck at the baby shower!!