LionHeart 2 Posted November 12, 2012 I'm scheduled for surgery on 11/14....so excited. I read online that you're suppose to wait 4 weeks before having sex. What is the minimum amount that anyone has waited? I'm already having withdrawals just thinking about it. 1 ProudGrammy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Losin4good 690 Posted November 12, 2012 This also varies by surgeon. There ways to "do it" without going crazy and straining your stomach. I have heard of people only waiting a few days and some 6-8 weeks. It differs as greatly as pre-op diets do Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iggychic 1,405 Posted November 12, 2012 We were told six weeks from the first surgery...then from the second. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCCross 31 Posted November 12, 2012 I'm scheduled for surgery on 11/14....so excited. I read online that you're suppose to wait 4 weeks before having sex. What is the minimum amount that anyone has waited? I'm already having withdrawals just thinking about it. Umm well my fiance and I were in a nice hotel 3 days post op and since we never get time away from our 3 year old...we took full advantage. I used pillows to brace myself and the positions that work the best are spooning and reverse cow girl. 2 Losin4good and nurseghana reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ProudGrammy 8,322 Posted November 12, 2012 I'm scheduled for surgery on 11/14....so excited. I read online that you're suppose to wait 4 weeks before having sex. What is the minimum amount that anyone has waited? I'm already having withdrawals just thinking about it. LionHeart I'm sorry i have to be the one to tell you this, but the dr.s office asked me to respond to your post he said - just for you.......... no sex for one year after WLS - or until fish fly or did he mean til fish swim always get those 2 confused!! ask your dr. - hmmmm - remember you just had major surgery on your tummy - i say go for it when you feel you are well enough!!!! not too many fancy tricks for awhile though have a good night Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RickM 1,752 Posted November 12, 2012 Most hospital nurses advise that you at least wait to get out of the hospital. My doc's advice is to wait until you feel like it (and obviously, choose positions that don't stress your abdomen - avoid hanging from the rafters, etc.) 1 SweetTee reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iegal 460 Posted November 12, 2012 6 weeks? I only had to wait that long after an episiotomy with over 150 stitches (big baby) Dang, I would second think VSG surgery. Seem to remember I got the okay after my one week check up with limitations of no .... well, um...creativity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanita19 36 Posted November 13, 2012 I just waited until my incisions didn't hurt anymore and I didn't feel sore. Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoonToBeThinKAT 67 Posted November 13, 2012 My Dr said 2 weeks but I cheated;-) but only by a couple of days lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piplula 709 Posted November 13, 2012 I think this has varied from person to person. I personally waited until 8 weeks but I had a complication and any movement was too painful to say the least..I have seen people on here at 2 days post op having sex without problems. I think as long as you aren't hanging upside down from the ceiling, from harnesses, getting rough...or anything just unholy..you probably will be ok. I personally had to go with the cowgirl position because of my complication so I could control everything. After that, it's been smooth sailing. Just listen to your body, and remember if you are really, really in need, there are other ways to be satisfied without intercourse if you know what I mean that won't cause too much jostling! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tekara3927 265 Posted November 17, 2012 I waited 5 days. It's all up to you and your body. Good luck Sent from my iPad using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
saddie 21 Posted November 18, 2012 lol, well at least now you have one more excuse why you can,t have sex with him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yasmine 109 Posted November 24, 2012 My paperwork read: You can resume sex... "When you feel comfortable"... I'm 12 days out and felt comfortable this morning... Lol Just take it easy... listen to your body! Good Luck!!!! 1 nurseghana reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashelaine 383 Posted November 29, 2012 I waited 10 days- I would have done it sooner, but Aunt Flo decided to ruin that for me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Queengamez 19 Posted November 30, 2012 Good question!! My surgery is on 12/12 so i was wondering as well!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites