Day After Surgery: Am I Taking In Enough?

[kharenzhee 39]

Hi there!

I was sleeved yesterday. Doing well, I think. Uncomfortable, but I think it's mostly gas. I am having trouble differentiating between the gas and the full sensations I am getting from my newly sleeved tummy.

Anyway, so far this morning, I have been able to slowly sip down about 8-10 oz. Bariatric Advantage shake over about three hours, and I have also sipped about 8 oz. of Water so far throughout the course of the morning.

Does this sound about normal for just starting out? I am assuming I will need to work up to the full daily Fluid and Protein intake, but I just want to make sure I'm not going too slowly.

Thanks for any feedback!

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[tcjmom 20]

I was only allowed Clear Liquids right after surgery. You do have to drink them very slowly and take your time. 16 ounces of liquid is a great amount for a morning the day after surgery.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Just keep sipping!

[kharenzhee 39]

Thanks to you both! Yeah, the practice I went through allows the Protein shakes right away. Definitely thicker and a bit more challenging.

Sipping, sipping away! Thanks again!

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[gina171 626]

Thanks to you both! Yeah, the practice I went through allows the Protein shakes right away. Definitely thicker and a bit more challenging.

Sipping, sipping away! Thanks again!

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@@kharenzhee Sounds like you're doing great!

My practice does Protein Shakes and Water day of the procedure as well, and I am thankful for that after hearing how dry everyone's mouth gets if they're not allowed liquids post op.

I have RNY on Thursday, 5 days away, can't believe it.

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Edited August 13, 2016 by gina171