Guest mithrilcardigan Posted August 17, 2012 I don't really have anyone in my life that I want around me while I'm recovering. Do you really need 24 hour assistance??? Should I hire a service? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ha! 12 Posted August 17, 2012 My husband has been off work the last two weeks with me. It's nice having him here but I'm ok. We're supposed to move around right : ) him taking the dogs out has been super nice . It has been kinda hard to bend down so he does help me with my clothes and he sits in the bathroom when i shower ( doesnt want me to slip) .Oh one thing though it has been nice with him giving me my blood thinner shots. I hope you do what is best for you . Tomorrow is day one home alone for me and next Monday I will be two weeks post op. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted August 19, 2012 I don't really have anyone in my life that I want around me while I'm recovering. Do you really need 24 hour assistance??? Should I hire a service? Thanks! Why not? They weren't in agreement with you? 1 josiearod reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kristy3k 1,133 Posted August 19, 2012 I personally needed someone there to help me get up when I used the bathroom and get out of my chair... tummy is awfully sore. Whether you hire someone or have a loved one there is up to you... but personally I would have someone there for at least a week. If you are more mobile then I was have a contigency that you can let them go early if you are feeling up to it. 1 punk.rock.mama reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mithrilcardigan Posted August 19, 2012 Why not? They weren't in agreement with you? More or less. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mithrilcardigan Posted August 19, 2012 So, I guess doing it on your own is doable, just sucky? I could get one of this grabby claw things... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aleyampat 22 Posted August 19, 2012 So' date=' I guess doing it on your own is doable, just sucky? I could get one of this grabby claw things...[/quote'] I would suggest that you stay in the hospital an extra day or two if they will let you and the insurance will cover it. I had my family around and didn't need them. I'm too stubborn to ask for help;) but if I hadn't I certainly wouldn't have left the hospital in under 2 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenneliza 257 Posted August 20, 2012 The hospital will hopefully let you stay another day or two...just let them know upfront after you get to your room that you are concerned about going home alone. I stayed with my mom for four days but she didn't do much except laundry which was very helpful. You won't need much cooking at first because you'll be on liquids. I went home on day five and have two kids by myself so was cooking, cleaning, etc. It's possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winter84 35 Posted August 20, 2012 So' date=' I guess doing it on your own is doable, just sucky? I could get one of this grabby claw things...[/quote'] I had my mother around the first day home, but I ain't need her for anything. I was able to do everything on my own and take care of my two children including taking one of them to daycare 6 days after surgery. Just take your time with what ever you doing, no heaving lifting. No driving if you took pain meds... It's definitely doable just take your time , and get up and walk walk walk I'm telling you them short 15 min walks are life savers ..... Good luck and best wishes, I felt the same way you do, I didn't want anyone around me after surgery... 7*10*12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josiearod 0 Posted August 20, 2012 My husband stayed with me for some days, but he must return tomorrow. My surgery was August 14th. I can move around, but my pain meds cause me diarriah due to sugar alcohol possibly containing sorbitol. That makes me uncomfortable and edgy all day. I don't know when the soreness will end and when this discomfort will subside. I'm hungry and I wonder now if this was a mistake? Thin or fat? Not sure? Maybe it's my discomfort talking and I'm damn tired of liquids! Sorry y'all too much complain. No sleep since 2 a.m. (TX time). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aleyampat 22 Posted August 20, 2012 My husband stayed with me for some days' date=' but he must return tomorrow. My surgery was August 14th. I can move around, but my pain meds cause me diarriah due to sugar alcohol possibly containing sorbitol. That makes me uncomfortable and edgy all day. I don't know when the soreness will end and when this discomfort will subside. I'm hungry and I wonder now if this was a mistake? Thin or fat? Not sure? Maybe it's my discomfort talking and I'm damn tired of liquids! Sorry y'all too much complain. No sleep since 2 a.m. (TX time).[/quote'] Josie. I hear ya on the regret but once you get to the other side of the pain the regret quickly dissipates:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyletx06 3 Posted August 20, 2012 Josie. I hear ya on the regret but once you get to the other side of the pain the regret quickly dissipates:) I like you! That's good to hear! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted August 20, 2012 What doesn't break you makes you stronger. Being married (my personal experience) it's like being alone. Thanks god I have 15 year old that helps me out a lot. I did what I had to do & got better quick. 3 Yolyann, mizzlaw and Tammy483 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBdoodle 483 Posted August 20, 2012 My BF stayed with me for 2 days after I came home. I had surgery on a Monday and was back to work the following Monday. I did really well during recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ellie_Grace 271 Posted August 20, 2012 I think you can do it alone as long as you have minimal pain and get prepared ahead of time. I could have totally done it on my own, I was lucky to have husband and kids around, but honestly I could have done it myself. I just figured I would take advantage because I could (lazy me I know). At most you might need help for a few days but not much more, if you have pain or mobility issues. Good luck 1 FinerWoman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites