Day 3 Post Op - Helpful Tips I Have Learned

Some tips that really have definitely come in handy are the following:

1. Have a good husband/partner/mother to take care of you for awhile (2 weeks minimum) - doing things on your own is NOT possible


2. Baby Wipes


3. DRUGS....USE THEM ALL THE TIME


4. ask your doctor about a pain bump- it works wonders


5. start your diet off gradually - stock up on jello, applesauce, yogurt, tea, chicken broth, pudding, applejuice, ritz crackers, water, etc.


6. If you can afford it, go to a nursing care facility (I went to Tranquility which was great) for the first night or two


7. Walk around even though it is painful


8. Buy a good stool softener - not that ex-lax crap;)


9. use a comfy pillow over your tummy when walking around


10. make sure you have the right type of clothes with you for the surgery and post-op (loose fitting sweatsuit jackets, comfy cardigans (need to open in the front) and loose jogging pants/sweatpants


11. sponge baths will have to do for awhile - so see #1


12. sleep - take it when it comes and enjoy it


13. stock up on movies, books, etc. to help you pass the time