I'm wondering how long people waited to have sex again post-surgery? (My husband is the one wondering more than me...) I know everyone is different, but I'm just curious.

Sorry if it's a strange question, but sex is a part of life! [emoji13]

It is not a strange question, seems totally reasonable. I would say have sex as soon as you feel like it, and find a position that feels comfortable for you. I felt like I had a C section all over again with my surgery, so I would not want to do anything that pulls on the incisions. Also, of course keep in mind that sex does not have to be limited to PIV Get creative!

I waited 3 weeks. some people don't wait as long but I felt like at 3 weeks, I was ready...I put a pillow under my tummy and it was comfortable that way...

I was wandering also lol and the doctor never mentions it

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My doctor told me to wait two weeks.

I waited 3 weeks, no issues

I waited 2 weeks. No issues.

Two weeks for me as well.

Three week was what I was told. Today is week three and I could probably do it if I was in the mood.

I know this doesn't really answer your question (I forgot to ask how long to wait when I was at that stage) but I want to mention that my surgeon warns to wait at least 1 year after surgery before getting pregnant, and prefers people wait 18+ months. Losing weight = increased fertility. If you do get pregnant your body will fight to gain weight, and you'll never get the full benefits of the surgery if you stop losing and start gaining before 1 year post op.

Related question to the vets, if I may; has the surgery done anything for your libido? I've read that it increases the sex drive for men... what about women? I'm pre-op

Related question to the vets, if I may; has the surgery done anything for your libido? I've read that it increases the sex drive for men... what about women? I'm pre-op [emoji6]

I'd start a new thread on this to get more answers. Mine has increased because I feel better both physically and emotionally. [emoji846]

For women, we store estrogen in our fat. So as we lose weight, we are flooded with hormones. Yes, you will get your libido back, in spades.

Had surgery 9/12/17, released on 9/14 in the evening. Next morning, my bf asks me how long we should or have to wait. I said, "actually...asap!" Lol We had no problems at all

My dr said as soon as you felt like it. I waited a week.


Michelle Post op revision band to bypass
9-28-17
Sw 276
Day of surgery 252
Cw 248
Goal Healthy BMI 154.

For women, we store estrogen in our fat. So as we lose weight, we are flooded with hormones. Yes, you will get your libido back, in spades.

I already have such a high libido... I can’t imagine it higher.. but I was once thin and yes when we feel healthier and are smaller it makes things just easier and more enjoyable, at least for me