Alcohol

[brittnee 0]

So since today is New Year's Eve I was thinking about having a glass of wine or two. I am about 5 weeks post op from my sleeve surgery, do you think this would be ok?

[iggychic 1,405]

Two months is pretty much the minimum. What did your doctor advise?

[Holly5.3 423]

A glass or two may be way too excessive on your new stomach. My Dr. recommended waiting until 3 months post-op (for me 1/11/13) to try alcohol- and at that, it was suggested to try Vodka rather than wine or beer due to the way the sugar is ingested in the stomach. Anyway, at a family celebration out-of-town on Saturday, I poured about a shot-glass worth of wine in a glass and took tiny, tiny sips. It was just enough to "loosen me up (so to speak)" and I didn't feel drunk or even buzzed, just more relaxed. I ate a little cheese and a slice of turkey and decided to try another "shot" of white wine. This time, after a sip or two I became very warm and flushed, (the way I used to feel pre-surgery after over-indulging in heavy foods and after about my 2nd coctail.) so I didn't drink the rest of it. I believe I will try some Vodka on my husband's birthday, Jan. 25th, but I again will take a tiny bit and take a tiny sip. It's not worth it getting sick, especially if you are at a social gathering. Try just a dash at a time and see how you feel. Good luck and Happy New Year!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

I would avoid it. That would have tore my tummy up.

[kimmy*custis 276]

Everyone is different but seems a bit early. Better to be safe than sorry!

[iggychic 1,405]

REmember...it's the end of this year A new beginning for you in 2013! Not the end of the world!

If It were the end of the world I'd invite you over to help us empty out the cellar....but it's not. Ring it in by following your docs orders and making good choices

[Ms skinniness 3,003]

Why not drink some Martenelli's apple cider drink. It tastes really yummy and is safe for your tummy!

[iggychic 1,405]

Why not drink some Martenelli's apple cider drink. It tastes really yummy and is safe for your tummy!

Worse choice than wine hun. It's carbonated which is NEVER a good choice for a new stomach. You could easily cause a leak.

[mommy794 119]

I drank one drink slowly about 6-7 weeks out at a wedding. Did fine no problems but I did have a buzz in about 5 min flat!!' LOL