Question:
I THINK IM PREGNANT!!!

Ok. I am sure im gonna get a lot of hate from this, but i dont care. I am 6.5 months post op from gastric bypass. I have lost a total of 150 pounds. I have been taking birth controll but i have also been taking antidepressants. somehow, i think i might be pregnant. i have no idea how this could have happend. i have been so carefull and have been taken my pills daily on the dot. whats gonna happen to me if im pregnant? im so scared. can someone please help me?    — jackie L. (posted on July 16, 2009)

July 16, 2009
have you taken a pregnancy test? that will be your first order of duty. i don't think that it is advised to have a baby less than 18 months out but it has been done. you should contact your doctor to discuss.
   — greenpunchbuggie

July 16, 2009
First of all, anytime you take another medication with b/c/p it lowers the effective percentage because the meds will cling to the cells or meds that you are taking and not do there job. You should always use a backup method when taking another med with b/c/p. I have seen quite a few women on this website become pregnant after losing some weight, but I can only say don't worry until you know for sure. So take a test from your pcp so it is accurate, then cross that bridge when you get to it. In the meantime, talk to your surgeon about the pros and cons about getting pregnant 6.5 months post op. That way you don't worry for nothing. Stress is a trigger for eating. Best wishes. Congrats on your w/l, that is great. Keep us posted.
   — Kristy

July 17, 2009
I know someone who got pregnant a few months out..all is going well..she is due next month. What the dr's will/should tell you is that you have to forget about the rules after surgery...she has to eat more than she normally would have after surgery to make sure the baby gets enough...talk to your surgeons office. This happens more than you know.
   — gpcmist

July 17, 2009
You can be ok with having a baby. Sure it is better to wait but don't worry. Eat careful and take your vitamins. Let your doctor tell you what special steps you may need.
   — trible

July 17, 2009
Well, assuming you are pregnant-then you are and congrats to you and daddy!!! I know it isn't advised this early, but you must inlist the help of your dietician, surgeon, and ob. It will be a challenge, but I'm sure there are things you can do to make sure you have the healthiest baby possible. As incredible as losing weight has been for me, it is NOTHING compared to having a baby!!!
   — gouldsfiya

July 17, 2009
you will be fine...my surgery was almost 6years ago and i was pregnant 9mths after surgery and he is a health 4year old boy...and i had no problems...gain abt 20 pds...but who cares i lost 120 and gained a beautiful son....
   — ptricanhottie