How much liquid are you drinking, and how? 2.5 weeks out...

[idk4w 22]

I am really nervous about getting dehydrated, which I heard can lead to kidney stones and other complications after WLS. I'd love to hear how everyone manages to get in enough liquids during the day, and what's considered enough at this point.

One strange thing for me is that I see others are having a hard time drinking more than a few sips at a time and I have no problem with 2 oz in one shot! Why is this?

[Tony B - NJ 643]

Everyone is different. I had not issues getting Water down at all at your stage. I could drink more than 2 oz at a time. If you can do 2 oz at a time, you are in good shape. I try to get 24-32 oz before lunch, same in the afternoon and the same after dinner. If you can get atleast 64 ounces in, you are doing OK. I usually shoot for 80-90. I do not count coffee which I usually do 3 cups a day. When I am struggling getting water down I try Decaf tea or bone broth/protein Soup.

[idk4w 22]

Whoa that's a lot of liquid! I'm happy if I get 24 oz all day

[Tony B - NJ 643]

Definitely not enough! You have to start forcing liquids. You should be getting a minimum of 64 ounces. Even those who have not had this surgery are recommended 8 ounces of Water per day. It will aid in your healing, digestion, bowel movements, prevent retaining water etc, etc. Get drinking!

[Tony B - NJ 643]

Only caveat here is to not drink just before a meal so you are not full on Water. I usually stop drinking 30 minutes before eating. I drink nearly constantly all day besides that.

[idk4w 22]

I was able to drink all day BEOFRE... but not now!

Ok, Ok, gonna try to up the intake...

[ShoppGirl 5,054]

Try your best. Keep sip sip sipping but also keep in mind if you see signs of dehydration that your doctor should be able to arrange for you to get fluids as an out patient. I was terrified I was going to have to go back to the hospital and all that worry was unnecessary cause I got fluids and it was no big deal at all.

[Arabesque 7,470]

Keep fluids by your side. You’re more likely to sip if it’s right there. Some people use a timer so they sip every 5 minutes.

The 2L or 64ozs we’re advised to drink is actually what everyone should be drinking each day. More if you are physically very active or live in a very hot climate. I’m still very vigilant. I have Water beside my bed & I drink every time I wake (usually to pee because I’m drinking 😉) i also drink in the car. Sip when I get in. Sip when I get out. Sip at traffic lights, etc. I also found drinking warm/hot drinks easier & soothing at first. I could have green tea, which I drank anyway & I so enjoyed that big mug full I had everyday. I also used to dilute my shakes & soups/broths so I was drinking more. Remember all fluids count including shakes, Soups, etc.

Drinking water is habit forming. You’ll eventually get used to drinking a little often & will actually start to look for a drink.

Also don’t worry if you are not exactly meeting your goal every day at first. As long as you’re pretty close & you’re working to reach your target you should be ok

[gabbykittyvsg 184]

Whoa that's a lot of liquid! I'm happy if I get 24 oz all day [emoji20]

You need to contact your surgeon ASAP. After a day or two of those numbers my surgeon orders iv fluids

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[oldandtired 238]

I'm 6 weeks out, and I never have been able to drink as much as prescribed. I seem to swallow air, then I have to burp, then I get nauseated... I try, just hard to do...