Healing!

[angel96049 1]

I am a little concerned about the healing process! I have a 1 yr old daughter and am a little nervous about how long it will be before I can pick up my baby girl again! How much help should I recruit for when I get home, and for how long will I need help?

[Tracy46545 6]

Not supposed to pick up anything heavier than 15 pounds for 6 weeks according to my surgeon. Your doctor's instructions might be different.

From what I understand most people return to work after a week. Some may take more if there are complications. I plan to return 8 days after surgery but I work in a gentleman's home and it's pretty much like being at my own home.

Best wishes with your surgery and recovery!

[LAN2k 18]

If you are able to be prepared and have someone available to help you as needed it may be a good idea.

[DALITEDESIGNS 1]

Please dont quote me but I want to reassure you.

I had my sleeve done on the 29th nov and exactly two weeks later im chasing my four kids aged 4,6,10,11. around the house. I was picking the 4 yr old up within the first week (but probably shouldnt have done)

Anyway i really feel 150% amazing, still a little tired but great.

Gool luck with your sleeve

[cajun 46]

Please dont quote me but I want to reassure you.

I had my sleeve done on the 29th nov and exactly two weeks later im chasing my four kids aged 4,6,10,11. around the house. I was picking the 4 yr old up within the first week (but probably shouldnt have done)

Anyway i really feel 150% amazing, still a little tired but great.

Gool luck with your sleeve

I personally would not take a chance by lifting too soon. Your doctor would be glad to answer your question, I'm sure. More than likely, you don't want to be back in the hospital with a hernia surgery so soon after sleeve surgery. Hug the kiddies and let someone else pick them up.