Grazing

[boots1300 5]

I'm 6 days post op and I keep finding myself grazing all day. I take a sip (literally a small tiny sip) then dash away. 5 minuets later I take another. Then repeat.

Is that normal? Should I be sitting down and measuring and monitoring each and every gulp? The funny part is although I'm on all liquids (I was on clear until my md cleared me today for full liquid) I still feel so naughty doing this sip & dash dance.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

6 days post op? You can definitely SIP and come back and SIP

Liquids are not filling so you can help keep yourself hydrated this way!!

.now when you start foods, you will need to make a set time to eat

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Ahhhh I just saw your on full liquids... But still I don't think its possible for you too consume too much this early out.

[boots1300 5]

I hope not. I think my stomach is still numb. I am scared to death I'm going to blow a stitch! Lol

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Since you are so early out still monitor your amounts..Make sure your only doing an ounce every 15 minutes.

Since your coming and going, use a medicine cup that measures an ounce and check the clock

I really think your fine but its good to be safe

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hehe you won't blow a stitch

Oh gosh you got me having the giggles now. I'm sleep deprived lol

[boots1300 5]

Speaking of sleep.... Are you sleeping at all? I'm not.

[boots1300 5]

I'm going to stock up on Rx cups in the morning! Good idea thanks!!!!????

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

The surgery definitely changed my sleep clock...I stay up late and wake earlier than I wished!!

Lots of nights I just have insomnia.

It is very strange!

[boots1300 5]

The surgery definitely changed my sleep clock...I stay up late and wake earlier than I wished!!

Lots of nights I just have insomnia.

It is very strange!

You are not alone then. I'm tired of counting sheep! This surgery must do something to the melatonin levels or whatever.

[AussieLady 521]

I am lucky to get 4 - 5 hours sleep since I had surgery. I thought this was just me.

[boots1300 5]

Nope you're not alone.

My question is: where are all the "sleep specialists" now? They want to sell you some over priced machine to make you look like a fighter pilot in bed. They cram this sleep apnea crap down our throats but what about this new found, post op insomnia?

Who's going to sing me to sleep now?!? (Yelling) SHOW ME HOW TO SLEEP AAAAGGHAAAIIINNNN!!!

(Just kidding....I really need a nap!)

[azquilter92 82]

Have you tried taking melatonin about 20 min before you want to sleep? I never slept very good before hand,after surgery,it has improved,but there are times I get very frustrated,so ill take melatonin.

[boots1300 5]

I have a brand new pill grinder and am willing to use it! I will pick some up today. Thanks ????

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hi

What amount of melatonin do we take? Is it a smaller amount for us sleevers?

I'm desperate for some sleep too lol