I'm currently trying to plan out my next few month which will hopefully include my gastric sleeve surgery. As a project-based freelancer, I have the challenge of trying to find an appropriate time for surgery & recovery that will gel with my current & future projects.

One thing that I'm trying to figure out is how much time I should truly block off for recovery. My doctor says I should be able to go back to work in 7-10 days since I have an office-based job (little physical activity necessary).

In your experiences, what is realistic when it comes to recovery time?

I plan on two weeks off with a open sleeve.

I had surgery on a Wednesday and was back at work on Monday.

I guess it depends on the person and their prior health situation. I was off for six weeks' date=' I also had FMLA and was paid at 100%. I was trying to focus on me and my new life changes, so that's why it took me so long.[/quote']

I'm planning my surgery jan 23 2013 and I was told it about 4 to 6 weeks to get in tune with my new life

I was taken out for 4 weeks... From my understanding it all depends on what type of job you have and your healing. I don't have a desk job so I am not able to do my job yet..and I do a lot of driving, stairs, and getting up and down from floor so I def am not ready..

I had my sleeve on tues, Was out on thurs am. I am a nailgirl..on fri I went in in the afternoon and did 2 clients. I was fine and my dr said to do wat I felt like doing...sat I worked a couple hrs, rested 2 hrs and went back. I hv to say a week off woulda been great but im a single mom and I hv to pay the bills!!! Good luck on ur journey

I could have used fmla but didn't. I had surgery on Tuesday and went back to work on Thursday. Thursday wasn't great, Friday was much better. I was out and about on the second day. I also have a sedentary job. I was on vaca for a week following that so I have some time to adjust to the new way of eating.

I'm currently trying to plan out my next few month which will hopefully include my gastric sleeve surgery. As a project-based freelancer' date=' I have the challenge of trying to find an appropriate time for surgery & recovery that will gel with my current & future projects.

One thing that I'm trying to figure out is how much time I should truly block off for recovery. My doctor says I should be able to go back to work in 7-10 days since I have an office-based job (little physical activity necessary).

In your experiences, what is realistic when it comes to recovery time?[/quote']

I was sleeved the 18 I just started a new semester today.. I felt sick .. I missed home.. Hours later I felt better

I had surgery on Monday, discharged on Tuesday, worked from home Thursday, and was in the office on Friday. I didn't need painkillers once I got home, so I didn't need to worry about that. I have a desk job and I'm 34, in good health.

I was off 8 weeks. my job requires lifting 50 lbs. There is no way that was happening before 8 weeks. It took awhile to regain my stamina. It took a full 6 weeks for me to feel normal. Everyone is different.... Best wishes with your surgery.

A week later. I know what you guys are saying 'You're crazy...' I am a contractor. I don't get paid if I don't work. I felt fine. I carry a bag with me everyday with protein, vitamins, MIO for my water and now soft foods. I'm 3 1/2 weeks out and I feel great. The first 3 weeks, before food, I can admit, after work an picking up kids and homework, I feel asleep quickly and was always tired.

I too was a contractor - I was back to work in less than a week.had my surgery on Friday and was back to work on Tuesday or Wednesday.

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I'm 28 went back to work after a week. I have desk job so no heavy lifting etc. I stopped taking pain meds after 3rd day!

i took two weeks off and it was more than enough time. i also have a 2 year old and do everything by myself and by day 5 i was feeling great! everyone is different and heals different though <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

I am a single mom of 16 months old twins.. How did you manage?

I am a single mom of 16 months old twins.. How did you manage?

Honestly had a lot of help from my neighbors and friends but when it came down to it I really didn't need it because I was Mobile. i was able to move around and it was okay so if you don't have any help I think you'll still be fine um by the time I got home on day 4 I was okay. incisions a little sore.

explain to them your mom is getting surgery go about your everyday normal activity as your body allows you to but I feel as though you will be okay my c section was nothing compared to this congratulations and good luck!!!

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I had surgery on a Wednesday and was back at work on Monday.

Wow! Call me impressed! I took 2 Weeks off,felt I should have taken more