armywifet 26 Posted May 19, 2012 I am trying to get fluids in, worried its not enough. I keep sipping like the doctor said and she also said I am still swollen. Started Vitamins today. I am also getting hot flashes when I walk around. I do a lap around the house and I am beat. I am hoping this gets better Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sunflwr76 45 Posted May 19, 2012 I'm 8weeks post op and I have to say the #1 hardest thing for me about this whole surgery & new life if getting enough liquids! I actually think I've been having dizzy spells because I'm dehydrated! I'm afraid to call the dr because I do not want to be admitted into the hospital! I'm just at a point where I'm getting really depressed over it as I know this will be a constant battle!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KevinsBabyGirl85 364 Posted May 19, 2012 I have a hard time getting fluids too! Today I'm sick so alls I can do is drink! Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LadyLocutus 41 Posted May 19, 2012 Try this idea. Find some cheap Water bottles (I recommend the 1 liter smart Water bottles) fill them up and tell yourself you have to drink both bottles every day (this is about 66 oz) then its like your Vitamins, you know you need to take them. When you use the bottles you then don't have to guess how much and you are more apt to drink them.....I hope this helps Onyx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Panda 354 Posted May 19, 2012 Try this idea. Find some cheap Water bottles (I recommend the 1 liter smart Water bottles) fill them up and tell yourself you have to drink both bottles every day (this is about 66 oz) then its like your vitamins' date=' you know you need to take them. When you use the bottles you then don't have to guess how much and you are more apt to drink them.....I hope this helps Onyx [/quote'] That's an excellent idea. I have these 20 ounce water bottles and I know I have to drink 3 of those a day. Those w/ my Protein shake let's me know that I get my liquids in Sent from my Nexus S 4G using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jen in SoCal 189 Posted May 20, 2012 I drink smart Water too. Before surgery I could drink two a day easily. Now I struggle with one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neen 3 Posted May 20, 2012 I keep a water bottle beside me at work a sip, as I now can't gussie Water when I work out I'm thirsty. I do the same thing a know I hv to drink at least two of these bottles a day. If any easier flavours the water with a sugar free flavoring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
armywifet 26 Posted May 20, 2012 I am going to buy smart Water then and I am trying full liquids because I am not getting Protein. My sheet says I can start so I am off to buy more shakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amy0501 4 Posted May 20, 2012 I am trying to get fluids in' date=' worried its not enough. I keep sipping like the doctor said and she also said I am still swollen. Started Vitamins today.I am also getting hot flashes when I walk around. I do a lap around the house and I am beat. I am hoping this gets better[/quote'] My doc told me to drink an ounce, wait 15 seconds & do it again. Only 4 days? Girl......take it easy. You won't be able to get everything in right away. Rest rest rest. Give yourself time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gotmichebags 1 Posted May 21, 2012 I'm 4 days out too. I can drink 50/50 juice Water no problem, it's the rest I have no hunger to eat. Worried because I'm never hungry dr said its normal. I start Protein today so I'll tr a shake. I never had anything in the hospital till Friday night. Had to stay extra because I couldn't pass gas and the pain was so bad. I got to come home last night. Still a lot of rumbles in my tummy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neen 3 Posted May 26, 2012 My gassy rumbles took a week to pass, but they do pass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mignonsmom 28 Posted May 26, 2012 I am trying to get fluids in' date=' worried its not enough. I keep sipping like the doctor said and she also said I am still swollen. Started Vitamins today. I am also getting hot flashes when I walk around. I do a lap around the house and I am beat. I am hoping this gets better[/quote'] Try gripe Water. It is great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Panda 354 Posted May 27, 2012 Try gripe Water. It is great. What is gripe Water? Please excuse my ignorance Sent from my Nexus S 4G using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neen 3 Posted May 27, 2012 Gripe Water, used for babies, with wind etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mignonsmom 28 Posted May 27, 2012 Gripe Water is all natural and used for babies with colic sold over the counter at drug stores and whole foods Share this post Link to post Share on other sites