Postop Day 17

[JenniferKnaack1113 0]

Hey I'm postop day 17 and I'm having trouble getting my Protein and fluids. Also not sure how much I should be eating at each meal? I'm averaging 1/2 a cup. Protein first and still soft puree foods. Any suggestions? SW 285 CW 260 GW 160

[Elode 8,093]

Protein and fluids is something you just have to continually work on. It will get easier over time. I eat 3oz per meal normally I Weigh everything with my scale. I don't really use a measuring cup. I track everything with my "lose it" tracker. 1/2 cup sounds about right. @@JenniferKnaack1113

[Justoperated 141]

I am day 18 and have same issue. Its a full time job. There do not seem to be enough hours to take everything in. But as Elode says, I guess it gets better with time.

[heynowkc 329]

My dietitian suggested about 4 tablespoons per meal. I just started with soft/purees yesterday and am DEFINITELY not getting that in. Maybe 2-3 tablespoons tops. In fact I have gone back to soups/broths for lunch each day because Breakfast is not going down well. I really think it just depends on what you're ready for when you're ready for it first, and second I would call someone at your surgeon's office to ask them for advice about how much you should be taking in. You're only a couple weeks out from surgery (like me) and I personally would be scared I am taking in too much at once. Especially with the solids/semi-solids. For liquids, I am told 64 ounces of Fluid total (including my Protein supplement) and about 60 g of Protein (supplements only, not including other sources of protein) per day.

[ProjectMe 909]

Had surgery on Dec. 16th, and began eating puréed on the 14th day. I started with just 2 ounces...after it took me 3 hours to get up the courage. It took me 30 minutes and I didn't experience any problems. Yesterday I added an additional ounce and still no problem. But, I also make sure not to drink 30 minutes before or after, and I take 30 minutes to eat. I am sure I can eat 4 ounces but I'm not sure if I should.

[JenniferKnaack1113 0]

Thanks everyone!