Hello! I’m expecting to get sleeved in late September, but I also have a big trip planned in December that’s been planned and delayed since pre-COVID. Did anyone travel long distance shortly after surgery? I’m not worried about what food will be available, moreso the physical and mental stress of a trip that soon after. I’m expecting to be back on soft food and the doctor said I can fly if I’m up to it, just curious if anyone has actually done something similar and how it went!

Everyone's recovery is unique but based on averages, most people have regained the majority of their strength and beginning to settle into a new "normal" eating routine at 8 to 10 weeks. Remember to use caution when introducing new foods. Our tummies can often be disagreeable for the first 6 months.

I went to Europe (from the states) for a month at my month 4 mark— you should be great at 3 months- be sure to start walking so you are physically fit as well. Be sure to have a plan for vitamins early on as well. Get out and enjoy your life!

6yrs out, 2 months later, not only could I fly, but much more comfortably! You will be healthier and more active than presurgery I promise. I was walking 5 miles a day one month out. Stop worrying and just don't buy clothes early, you might be surprised what doesn't fit, that should be your biggest worry. I flew 4 times Cross Continental by the time I was two and a half months out. You got this!