On two week post op liquids, can I drink when I 'eat?' For instance, I just had a bowl of soup, is it ok to drink with that? Or does that rule kick in mostly with mushies? I know this one is going to be a tough one for me since I drink a lot while eating. Thanks in advance.

That's a good question. My doctor's office gave me a binder full of information for post-op. During the puree stage of our diet is the first time I see the instructions about drinking while eating. That is when we can have mushy food like, scrambleed eggs, pureed fruit, canned tuna or chicken, etc.

So, the way I understand it, during that week is when we begin to practice not drinking before, during and immediately after a meal.

Hugs,

I was told not to drink during my "meals" in the liquid stage. The idea is to fill your pouch with nutrition during these meals, water or other drinks would take up space in your pouch and you could be taking in less nutrition.

I was told not to drink during my "meals" in the liquid stage. The idea is to fill your pouch with nutrition during these meals, Water or other drinks would take up space in your pouch and you could be taking in less nutrition.

Nakniwa, Jody is right about taking up valuable space right now, but also consider this.....now is the time you should be working on those pesky rules so that they become second nature by the time you CAN eat more substantial things. This is especially true for those things that you think will be more difficult for you to do. Good luck!

My doctor recommended not drinking during that phase -- but the purpose was more to get you used to that new rule than because of anything else. Soup is going to go right down anyway.

Best wishes! Don't get frustrated during "bandster hell"! Happens to everyone and you'll be past it and back to losing in no time!

Catherine

Thanks everyone, it helps to have help on this road.

I'm very used to not drinking during my meals now. Others think I'm weird, but I'm gettin' skinny!