Tummy Ache In Mushy Phase ... Any Ideas?

[LBM 14]

I've entered the mushy food phase (week four). All is okay but GAS is back. So it's a bit achy. Will this work itself out on its own after my body is used to using teeth again?

[Mrs.Newme 21]

I have had some issues and am going into my second week of mushy. I tried a scrambled egg the other day and man oh man did it give me some gas. I think with the thicker type of foods, there is going to be a reaction with the body. My problem right now is trying to tell myself if I chew it enough it will be mushy.

[Lissa 2,631]

Measure your food and only put 1 or 2 ounces on your plate. Undereat your sleeve for a bit. It's really hard to tell how full you are so early post-op, so you almost have to rely on measuring to keep from making yourself hurt. Also, be sure to wait 30 minutes after you eat and stop drinking 30 minutes before your first bite. It really does help keep you from getting so full so fast.

I'm sure you're being careful to stick to foods that are already mushy and not relying on your teeth to make them mushy, right? I tried a bite of chicken in the mushy stage, thinking if I chewed it enough it wouldn't hurt and I was wrong! Also, be sure to take tiny little bites of your food, even if that means eating with a baby spoon.

Good luck!! It does get better!!

[SuperMom 33]

Was just going to say here...try egg drop Soup.....the whites of the egg go down better. Alot of people post that scrambled eggs go down like a ton of bricks!

Good luck!

It does get better!