Question:
Is it possible to get Pregnant after having the RYN surgery?

I wondering if it is possible to have another child after having surgery? My husband is concerned if I'll be able to conceive again in a couple of years. we have 1 child now but he would like another. If anyone knows if this is possible please let me know.....Thanks    — Denise K. (posted on April 21, 2000)

April 21, 2000
YES!IT'S POSSIBLE TO HAVE KIDS AFTER HAVING THE SURGERY. A FRIEND OF MINE HAD A HEALTHY BABY GIRL ABOUT A YEAR AFTER HER SURGERY. TELL YOUR HUSBAND HE DOESN'T HAVE TO WORRY.
   — REGINA D.

April 21, 2000
It is my understanding that most women that are having difficulties conceiving usually have no problem after the surgery. This is one of the reasons that doctors are so concerned about birth control. They would like us to wait until our weight lose has stabilized before we get pregnant so that we are getting the proper nutrients and that it does not slow down our weight lose process. So the answer to your question is yes. Becky GBP 8/19/99 started 270 98lbs gone forever so close to 100 I can't stand it.
   — bperrin

April 21, 2000
YES, it is VERY possible to get pregnant. A woman who had a very successful RNY just brought her infant son to our last support group meeting. In fact she cautioned us that after losing a lot of weight it is MUCH easier to get pregnant which can be both good and bad. (Infertility is one of the major reasons why women choose WLS.) Talk to your doctor and find out how soon he wants feels it is safe to get pregnant. Your hubby has NOTHING to worry about:)
   — Paula G.

April 23, 2000
Hi Denise, I believe most physicians recommend you wait at least a year before becoming pregnant, but you should certainly be able to have more children. Hope this helps!
   — Laura P.