Fourth day home - did I mess up?

[judy1234 27]

Hi,

I got my gastric bypass on Monday and have been home since Thursday night. I have been trying to follow my doctor's plan exactly, but forgot a couple of things and am just now realizing. For instance, I've easily been drinking 80-100 ounces of Water a day and 2-3 Protein Shakes for a total of 60-90 grams of Protein. I have never thrown up, and have been swallowing pretty normally, just because I forgot to take small sips. Now that I realized my mistakes, I will start sipping more slowly, but I am not sure if I caused any harm by "over drinking."

Also, I had some Jello and did not chew it 30 times, or anywhere close to it, because I forgot. My pouch felt fine. Did I do damage?

I understand that I need to follow all the instructions and I don't plan on forgetting this stuff in the future. I am just feeling a little overwhelmed this week trying to learn the new way of eating, take my Vitamins on schedule, and deal with the pain. Has anyone else made mistakes like these?

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,444]

As someone who has not had bypass surgery, I'd say you're fine. The Water isn't spilling out from your fingertips, you're not in pain, you haven't vomited, etc., etc. From here on, though, do be mindful of your intake and how you take it in. Use any little trick to help you remember. Example, put a kitchen timer or alarm clock or shoe on the kitchen table or any place you'll notice it easily, but don't usually place the item. You wouldn't even have to use the device. Its being noticeable in an unaccustomed place will keep you on path.

[judy1234 27]

Thank you WLSResources/ClothingExch!

As someone who has not had bypass surgery, I'd say you're fine. The Water isn't spilling out from your fingertips, you're not in pain, you haven't vomited, etc., etc. From here on, though, do be mindful of your intake and how you take it in. Use any little trick to help you remember. Example, put a kitchen timer or alarm clock or shoe on the kitchen table or any place you'll notice it easily, but don't usually place the item. You wouldn't even have to use the device. Its being noticeable in an unaccustomed place will keep you on path.

[valentinebaby78 9]

I am two weeks in. I think you are fine. You would have definitely noticed if something was wrong. You're doing great

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[aelovelady 243]

I think you are ok. I can't imagine being able to chew Jello 30 times anyway! Just go slow and be mindful of your eating, you are going to do great!

[Spiceyfrog 269]

As long as you have not created discomfort you are just fine, you will know if you have drank/ate too much. I am amazed that you are able to get in that much Water, that is a HUGE accomplishment! Keep up the good work!

[judy1234 27]

Thanks, Spiceyfrog. That's what's so weird -- I am drinking the same amount of Water as I did pre-op. I've heard so many people say how hard it was for them, I just wondered if something was wrong. I'm seeing the surgeon for my follow-up Wednesday a.m., so I'll mention it.

As long as you have not created discomfort you are just fine, you will know if you have drank/ate too much. I am amazed that you are able to get in that much Water, that is a HUGE accomplishment! Keep up the good work!