New and wondering?

losing08 · September 14, 2008

Im new to the site and i thought i'd ask.

How bad would it be to start TTC a few days past 4 weeks postop?

We've been TTC since June 2002 for #2. I feel that since its taking us so long already it wouldn't hurt to start trying now. I've lost 23.3lbs already in 4 weeks. For some of you pro lapbanders, what would you say??

HeatherO · September 15, 2008

Most doctors say to wait 1-2 years. However, I think it is safest to give it at least 6 months at an absolute minimum. If you have morning sickness causing vomiting on top of a new band, you might risk a slip and lose the band.

Also, this is a great time to work on yourself. There is so much to learn and understand during the early days of banding. It is a lifestyle change and you should give it 110% for yourself. Pregnancy on top of it will be an added stress.

If you do choose to wait, just imagine how much healthier you will feel and better you will look with a pregnant belly.

losing08 · September 15, 2008

Thank you for answering... :tt1:

I have to say that i've thought about it since making this post and i've made up my mind to atleast wait until dec. That gives me so much time to get as much weight off as i can. I know all about the lifestyle changes and all that comes along with the band. I've seen my mom live with hers for 5 yrs now. I guess whats the hardest for me is going from ttc for 6 yrs to not for awhile.

Here's to hoping these next 3 months go by fast!

HeatherO · September 15, 2008

I had a friend that was TTC forever and a day with no luck. She went on the pill for a couple of months, when she went off again she got pregnant the following month. Somehow going off the pill triggered ovulation for her (she had polycystic ovaries and insulin resistance with only a couple of periods a year if she is lucky).

Perhaps a little break is just what you need to get the juices flowing again. Not to mention weight loss really enhances fertility. My husband and I are TTC now and are hoping to get lucky before the year is through :0). I waited til I was just about at goal . . . and we are definitely ready.

You should read some of the threads in the pregnancy forum regarding TTC post banding. It is really encouraging.

Perhaps we will both be lucky enough to have a new addition in 2009. Good luck.