just dont eat any candy or popcorn at the movies...and i assume you are taking a cab??...or taxi as your new yorkers call them lol

Well I went to the movies about 2 weeks out, but I was really tired. My hubby took me to Costco and we walked around for about an hour at 1 week out, needless to say I went home and crashed. For me I took short bursts, so I would go out for a bit and come home for a bit and sleep. Trying not to overdo it. I say if your feeling well enough to try it go for it.

Another suggestion is to bring your own food, I kept smelling popcorn and I really wanted to eat it, but I brought a SF Jello, and water in my purse....Have Fun!

If you need to get out of the house, and you feel comfortable getting out, I say go for it and enjoy yourself. Just be careful in crowds so that you don't get bumped around.
Shelley :o)

Tami - it's very personal. I was already back to work at 10 days out. Listen to your body and see what feels right to you :)

It really depends on you and what your body can handle. For me, the day I was released from the hospital I went to my son's baseball practice. I did not tell my son about the WLS and wanted to keep things normal. Then 5 days after surgery I needed to get out of the house and decided to walk around Downtown Disney for few hours. Not the smartest idea because I was spent after that, but it did give me an idea of what I could handle, I don't recommend this, just thought I would share.

For the first four weeks it took everything out of me just to shower... My nut kept pushing me to walk as much as possible.... And to just listen to my body...
I don't think there is a set rule or time frame, I think just know what your limits are... I think you will tire very easily....
I don't see the harm in going to a movie.... You are basically sitting and watching.... Enjoy!!!!!!

I do think it's very personal. Within two days I was at my daughter's basketball games and going shopping with no issues (except that I had one my kids with me to lift the heavy stuff).

Take it easy and listen to your body!

I took a trip to Target for some necessary items about 6 days post op. I nearly fell asleep on the drive home I was so tired.

Every day after that my mom and I ventured out for a little while. It took me about 2 weeks to not be completely pooped after an outing, and let me tell you, SLEEP is SUPER important! Naps are a good thing, but everything in moderation is the key.

Enjoy! :)

don't push yourself too much. A moive might be okay if you feel good. I went to the walmart pharmacy my 1st week out of the hospital. I was shaking and holding the counter to stand by the time I got my prescription. Take it slow and easy while you heal.

Hi Tami,

Go at ur own pace. Of course checking with ur team, but mine told me slow and steady and rest as needed. I went out 3 days post op to hospital ER because my dad fell and broke several bones. When we got home after 4 hours and got him settled (as I am his primary care giver) I was exhausted. I've been taking care of him mostly, but have friends and family helping especially at night so I can get my full sleep. Some days I am exhausted and get my walks and 2 hour naps, others I don't need naps. U'll know when u Ned to rest. I was stir crazy and have been shopping and out almost daily for past 2 weeks even if just for 30 min to walk around.

Thank you all i did indeed get out to the movies and yes we did take a "cab" there but i enjoyed the stroll out of the mall with my husband and we walked at his pace not mine. In fact not only could I walk down the stairs without that horrid heel spur pain but I felt like I could run. I didn't have to turn sideways and take one step at a time. It felt awesome.

I contacted my nurse practitioner and she said 30 minute walks per day are okay now, and okay'd the movies. I had an awesome time with my men and then back home - took my first before and after photo which i will post and now i plan to lay back in the arms of my husband and watch another movie

Be blessed all and thank you for chiming in.

Tam

Glad you had a GREAT time!! Pictures... you look beautiful!

ok ok ...enough of this stuff...lol...what movie did you see???