I'm about 4 months out and the last several days have been not good with getting my water in. (I'm a former "chugger" who had no problem getting 64+ each day prior to surgery, but it's a struggle post surgery due to the inability to chug and often feeling full.)

I haven't hit 64 ounces per day in a solid week. Some were close (56 ounces) some were terribly far (30 ounces). I'm sure I'm getting dehydrated by this point, and I'm feeling very thirsty but my tummy feels so full I can hardly get anything in. Has anyone else experienced this? Any big tips other than maybe setting a reminder on my Fitbit to sip, sip, sip?

Now that I think about it, I've done better in the last two days for some reason, but really wasn't getting in the full 64 oz of water in the last week or so either. You've got a good idea about setting a reminder to sip. I might do that.

remember all liquid counts. I too felt bad about not getting in my water BUT my doc pointed out that two protein shakes a day added 20 oz to my intake I was not considering. slow and steady is the way. I too was a glug glug glug kinda girl all day. I work in customer service and spend a lot of time on the phone. talking is thirsty work!

4 minutes ago, Avery's Mom said:

remember all liquid counts. I too felt bad about not getting in my Water BUT my doc pointed out that two Protein Shakes a day added 20 oz to my intake I was not considering. slow and steady is the way. I too was a glug glug glug kinda girl all day. I work in customer service and spend a lot of time on the phone. talking is thirsty work!

This depends on your doctor. My doctor only allows liquids that are caffeine-free, under 15 calories per serving, and non-carbonated to count toward fluid goals.

Have you considered getting one of those bottles that has the time markings on the side? That's what I'm planning on doing once I can use straws again (they make them without, I just prefer using a straw). Right now I have a 20 ounce water bottle and make sure I drink 2 of them before noon and 2 after noon.