i finally feel hungry

[jeremiahsmommy 0]

4 days post-op and my stomach is growling....can i eat anything like jell-o? something with any kind of substance? what would happen if i ate something?

[BandedButterfly 0]

Hello. I was able to eat Jello right after surgery in the hospital. i think that would be absolutely ok. Other than that i was on broth for the 1st week. I know the feeling, but it will be over before you know it!

[hopefulmom25 0]

I'd say Jello is safe. My doc considers it part of the clear liquid diet, because it melts going down your throat and turns into a clear liquid.< /p>

I wouldn't try eating any real food though. Your stomach is still healing, and needs this time to rest. You wouldn't want any complications.

Today is day 4 for me, and my doc says I can start full liquids. I did my first Protein drink today and I am FULL. If your doc has you on full liquids yet, maybe try a Protein Drink?

[LundyLane 0]

This is what my doctor gave me as post opt eating:

Day of Surgery and day after - Clear Liquids

First 2 weeks - Full liquids (High Protein shakes, yogurt, milk, pudding, custard, strained Soup, Cream of wheat, grits, Cream of Rice, Tomato juice)

Weeks 3 & 4 - Soft foods (cottage cheese, eggs, canned chicken, tuna, or turkey, shaved deli meats, soft Beans, oatmeal, mashed or boiled potatoes with no skins, canned fruit, well-cooked tender vegetables.

Week 5 - Solid foods :cursing: regular textured introducing one new food at a time and monitor tolerance.

[NY2LAGirl 0]

Jello is great and so is sugar free ice pops!

[jonsmom 0]

I agree with sugar free Popsicles. They are a life saver for me right now. Also, low sodium Tomato Soup with skim milk when you want something savory. I was on Protein Shakes right after surgery and have done just fine.