Replying to @yuhguy.will Constipation after surgery? Let’s fix it 🚨 [Why Constipation Happens After Surgery] Anesthesia & pain meds can slow your gut for weeks. Reduced food volume — your pouch just doesn’t move as much bulk through. Low fiber intake — early stages focus on protein first, and fiber often gets missed. Dehydration — sipping tiny amounts may not be enough yet. GLP-1s — if you’re on them, they slow down digestion even more. 🚨 Here’s the checklist: ✅ Sip water all day (64 oz goal) ✅ Walk daily movement = relief ✅ Warm tea or broth in the AM ✅ Add gentle fiber (pumpkin, beans, or fiber powder your doc approves) ✅ Use stool softeners or magnesium only if cleared by your team ❌ Avoid straws, carbonation, too much cheese, and iron w/o softener ⚠️ Call your surgeon if no BM for 3+ days, severe pain, vomiting, or bloating 💛 Save this for later + share with a bestie. #BariatricSurgery #VSGSupport #GastricBypassJourney #BariatricHealing #glp1community