Telling your surgeon you're pregnant

[Mara005 70]

Hello, I'm very early in my pregnancy (somewhere between 3 and 5 weeks). I just found out yesterday and I'm wondering when to tell my surgeon. I'm a bit nervous to tell him.

I was going to wait a bit to tell him but I think I need blood work done, so I don't want to not do that just because I don't want to tell him.

Thanks!

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

Why would you be nervous to tell him?

You actually need to make him aware right away so if you find yourself having any issues or needing an unfill during your pregnancy, he can help you.

Best wishes and congratulations.

[Mara005 70]

Thanks! I'm at his office now, I'm just nervous because I'm not that far out and feel that I'm kinda letting him down. Odd I know but that's me I guess.

[blondegal_ 1,028]

You should have a X-ray if pregnant. Right?? At least that's what I'm remembering from my pregnancy many years ago.

[SageTracey 608]

I'm not sure how you are letting him down by becoming pregnant (perhaps you had some agreement with him about timing post-band?), however, you are not doing the best thing for your overall healthcare by keeping such an important matter from him. Whether he approves or not, he needs to be fully aware of these things so he can provide you with the best possible care.

and congratulations on your news!

[CHEZNOEL 4,061]

He's a medical doctor. He can handle it. Get it out on the table so everyone knows what is going on.

[blondegal_ 1,028]

You should have a X-ray if pregnant. Right?? At least that's what I'm remembering from my pregnancy many years ago.

Ooppss! I meant shouldn't have an X-ray. (Need to remember to read before posting.)