Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery Affect Pregnancy?

It's safe to get pregnant after bariatric surgery — after your weight stabilizes. After surgery, your body goes through potentially stressful changes and significant nutritional upheaval, which can pose problems for a growing baby. "Pregnancy after weight-loss surgery isn't an issue.

Can weight-loss surgery affect fertility?

Weight-loss surgery can improve fertility and protect women and their babies from obesity-related risks, research says. The healthier you are at the beginning of pregnancy, the better your chances are of having a healthy pregnancy and baby.

How soon after weight-loss surgery can I get pregnant?

If you've had weight-loss surgery, it's best to wait for at least 12 to 18 months after surgery and once your weight has stabilised to get pregnant. But many women have babies safely before 12 months.

Chloe Bennett

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