Question:
I'm on the pureed stage how soon after I eat can I drink?

Is it true you have to wait for 45 minutes, I read on here that it was only 20, some clarification would be helpful...Thanks    — TotallyTori (posted on March 25, 2003)

March 25, 2003
my surgeon requires between 1&2 hours wait after eating, if i have something that *sticks* to my throat or the roof of my mouth(like boiled eggs) i have just a few very small sips to wash it down and then wait for at least1 hour before i have a good drink again..hope this helps...best of luck on you're new journey
   — Allison C.

March 25, 2003
4 weeks postop open RNY, my doctor says do not drink 1/2 hour before and 1/2 hour after you eat. Good luck.
   — Cindy D.

March 25, 2003
Victoria- you're right, you will hear all different answers to this question. My surgeon and nutritionist have said to wait 30minutes after eating to drink something. I believe the "pouch rules for dummies" that many people follow also says 30 minutes. what does your doctor say?
   — Lezlie Y.

March 25, 2003
I have to wait one hour and it is the hardest thing I have to do.
   — Delores S.

March 25, 2003
My doctor said no water or drink 30 min before or after. I have forgotton and drank to soon and ended up very sick. It will hurt if you drink right after you eat. Its also a good habit to get into so as not to stretch out your stomach. Good Luck
   — Brooke B.

March 25, 2003
hello, this isn't an answer to your questions, but i thought this site might help you when you go to the next eatting stage. http://www.geocities.com/franbvan/
   — franbvan