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?

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!

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

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

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.