Keeping up my fluids and protein.

[NewMamaFreshStart 0]

Hello Everyone, I recently had gastric bypass surgery (I'm going on my third week) and I'm having a really hard time drinking 2 liters of Water and getting in my 60 grams of Protein. I have a 7 month old baby and trying to take care of him I kind of forget about myself. Does anyone have any suggestions? Before surgery I loved drinking water...still do but the fact the I can't drink like I use to is making it harder. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

[healthyme1963 136]

Hi NMFS ~

I am 4 weeks post-op and in the same boat. I used to drink a ton of Water every day. I've been struggling with Water consumption because any liquid over room temp causes pain in my pouch. It's getting better each day, but still happens to a mild degree. I have started sipping more Decaf hot tea and decaf coffee to get my liquids in. Plus, if you are drinking Protein drinks, sipping broth or liquid Soups, those all count toward your liquid intake.

Good luck; I know it can be a struggle.

[alc1071 43]

Have you tried mixing Protein powders with your fluids to meet both requirements at one time? I was using Unjury Protein Powder and mixing it with crystal light (strawberry protein with lemonade, or chicken Soup flavor with warm water). That really helped me meet both the Fluid and protein gtargets early on. There are many brands out there, just find one you like.

[alc1071 43]

Also, early on I would set the timer on my phone to go off every 10-15 minutes to remind me to take a sip. Eventually it will become routine and you'll be able to take bigger sips but it helped me to keep sipping with the timer reminding me in the beginning.