Any teachers in here?!?

[NJE123 6]

I was hoping to get the sleeve done during the summer, however, I couldn't count my pcp's documentation because I needed 6 consecutive months.... So now it's looking like October.

This is an issue as I'll probably have to wait until November or December until I have a decent break to help with recovery....

Any teachers with any advice, tips, etc?

[Bronxmerci 312]

Im an assistant teacher, i would recommend during thanksgiving or any holiday, your job is harder and you will need the time off.

[myjourneyagain 45]

I agree but Christmas break would probably be better because that's 2 full weeks. I thought I was going to have to have mine originally during that time because I'm having a revision from band to RNY, but because my band didn't slip I'm blessed to be having everything Done on the 15th. Summer is perfect for recovery. I hope things work out for you! #teachersrock

Edited June 1, 2015 by myjourneyagain

[sarabeth82 14]

I'm a teacher and was planning on having my rny last December. There was a delay and I'm now having it June 19th. I think Christmas break will be your best option. You want to give yourself as much time as possible to recover.

[julias1119 27]

I work in the school system and started this journey in January when my insurance kicked in for the new year. I was given the option of surgery as early as March but I decided to wait I until summer so I would have plenty of time to heal and adjust to my new way of life. I'm scheduled for rny on June 15th.

[julias1119 27]

I agree but Christmas break would probably be better because that's 2 full weeks. I thought I was going to have to have mine originally during that time because I'm having a revision from band to RNY, but because my band didn't slip I'm blessed to be having everything Done on the 15th. Summer is perfect for recovery. I hope things work out for you! #teachersrock

We are date twins! How cool! Have you started your pre-op diet yet? I have and I'm miserable!

[myjourneyagain 45]

I agree but Christmas break would probably be better because that's 2 full weeks. I thought I was going to have to have mine originally during that time because I'm having a revision from band to RNY, but because my band didn't slip I'm blessed to be having everything Done on the 15th. Summer is perfect for recovery. I hope things work out for you! #teachersrock

We are date twins! How cool! Have you started your pre-op diet yet? I have and I'm miserable!

Yes I started yesterday. It was a pretty good day! I previously wrote out what times I would drink and what I would drink along with my Vitamins. I pretty much stuck with my schedule and had a great 1st day! Yayyyyy surgery teacher twin! ! #june15newlife

[Martene81 383]

I'm a Teacher and my last day of work was May 26th and my surgery was the 27th! I had RNY and am glad I'll have all summer to recover but if I didn't have that option I'd probably schedule for Christmas break and take an additional 10 days either before or after that giving you a little over 3 weeks to recover. I think the people who say they are back to work after day 6 of surgery are those who work in an office setting that don't deal with people throughout the day. With the way I'm feeling I can't imagine returning back to school dealing with kids, parents and Teachers all day. I'm not sure what you teach I'm a Special Ed Resource Teacher so my days are a little more laid back but even still, I'd want as many days as possible....good luck!

[myjourneyagain 45]

I'm a Teacher and my last day of work was May 26th and my surgery was the 27th! I had RNY and am glad I'll have all summer to recover but if I didn't have that option I'd probably schedule for Christmas break and take an additional 10 days either before or after that giving you a little over 3 weeks to recover. I think the people who say they are back to work after day 6 of surgery are those who work in an office setting that don't deal with people throughout the day. With the way I'm feeling I can't imagine returning back to school dealing with kids, parents and Teachers all day. I'm not sure what you teach I'm a Special Ed Resource Teacher so my days are a little more laid back but even still, I'd want as many days as possible....good luck!

I'm also a SPED teacher and like you said even with the laid back moments, I couldn't imagine going back after one week. How are things going for you now, post-op?

[Brian88ss 59]

I'm also having my rny on the 15th. Guess that makes for triplets. Ha ha ! Started my pre op diet yesterday very different from the usual. Wish you both luck. If you would like my wife had a sleeve about a year ago and I have been going to two support groups for about 6 months and can maybe answer questions if you have any. Once again best of luck to you both hope to keep in touch.

[myjourneyagain 45]

I'm also having my rny on the 15th. Guess that makes for triplets. Ha ha ! Started my pre op diet yesterday very different from the usual. Wish you both luck. If you would like my wife had a sleeve about a year ago and I have been going to two support groups for about 6 months and can maybe answer questions if you have any. Once again best of luck to you both hope to keep in touch.

Thanks so much! I will definitely be in touch because my husband is having sleeve later in the year. Wish you the best as well.

[ArtSmartInNH 9]

I'm an elementary teacher- sleeved 4/21/15 week before April vacation. Took week of surgery off and vacation and hoped to go back afterwards. Recovery was hard and I had some complications. I needed an extra week, which I took, but it was very stressful.

If I had to do it again, I would not change when I did it (I didn't want my whole summer vacation to be recovery) BUT I would plan on more time off, especially if you are with little ones. I was tired and weak and cranky and going back was very taxing on my patience

Edited June 3, 2015 by ArtSmartInNH

[freelee 128]

I teach and could have done It a little sooner, but school is out Friday June 12, and will have bypass on Tuesday June 16. Looking forward to having plenty of time to start the new lifestyle and habits.Christmas would have been my second choice.

[RuxieGirl 11]

I work in the school system and started this journey in January when my insurance kicked in for the new year. I was given the option of surgery as early as March but I decided to wait I until summer so I would have plenty of time to heal and adjust to my new way of life. I'm scheduled for rny on June 15th.

I could have written this post, except that my surgery is July 6th because we have a beach vacation the week of the 20th.

[Martene81 383]

@@myjourneyagain I'm actually doing really well. If I didn't still have pain I'd be doing great! I'm still trying to get a good routine of getting my fluids and Protein in but I'm just not hungry or thirsty at all ever so hopefully I'll do better with that in the coming weeks. Good luck to you!!

Edited June 3, 2015 by Martene81