Recovery Question?

This question is for people who have already had WLS.  I am wondering how long it took for everyone to get back to work afterwards? I am lucky that I am in a really great situation. I work for my best friends (who is an ARNP) husband as an office manager in a construction office. He is very understanding about WLS and will work with me, plus my job is not physically demanding. I am just trying to get an idea of what to expect.       Thanks, Amy 

I had the VSG and was out total including weekend for 7 days.  my job is physically demanding and I was tired but it was very doable.  so off work 4 days total.  

Hi I had RNY and I took 3 weeks off

I had RNY and was off work for 3 weeks due to my own choice.  I felt good enough after a week but wanted to wait until 3 weeks so that bringing lunch/supper and making sure I got all my water in was doable.  My boss is a blessing and so understanding and told me to take my time and was surprised that I was good to go after 3 wks!  I know people that went back after 2 weeks and those who took the full 6 weeks.  So, it's all based on you, how you do and your doc giving clearence, and your job.  Best to you!!!

 I took 6 weeks off. The job I had at the time was very physical though. You will be very TIRED for a while. You may not need that much time off. I think this is something that varies from person to person. I would say kind of play it by ear. You may feel OK to go back much sooner. Or maybe half days for a while. Good luck!

Thanks for your relpies I appreciate everyones feedback. I am just awaiting insurance to approve me then I can get started on my WLS.   Amy

Hi Amy.....I had open RNY about 4 years ago and I took 2 weeks off, I have a desk job and I took one of those little travel pillows to put behind my back with sitting.  Good luck to you!!!