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I had my surgery on 2/27 and was released from the hospital this afternoon 3/1. In the hospital I loss sleep due to the nurses poking me every 2-3 hours. However now that I'm home, I can't figure out how to sleep in my flat bed. Should I sleep in the chair? I'm having a rough start. Where did everyone sleep on their 1st night home????

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I am still in the hospital and have the same sleep deprivation! Those dang nurses! Ugh. When I get home I plan to sleep on my bed that’s adjustable. If I didnt have that I would definitely want to recover in an easy/reclining chair. Maybe you could also prop a bunch of pillows and blankets around your bed.


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I am still in the hospital and have the same sleep deprivation! Those dang nurses! Ugh. When I get home I plan to sleep on my bed that’s adjustable. If I didnt have that I would definitely want to recover in an easy/reclining chair. Maybe you could also prop a bunch of pillows and blankets around your bed.




Oh an adjustable bed would be heaven right now. You are so lucky! I will try the extra pillows and say a prayer. Thanks and welcome to the other side 🤗

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Thank you!!


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i slept in a sitting position for the first 2 weeks. had insane pain if i laid down on my side or back. i hear alot of ppl do not have that and can sleep normally the first day. i just wrapped an extra blanket and 2 pillows behind me so i could sit in my bed. it took some time to fall asleep at first ( thank god for netflix). gl hope you have a smooth recovery!

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i slept in a sitting position for the first 2 weeks. had insane pain if i laid down on my side or back. i hear alot of ppl do not have that and can sleep normally the first day. i just wrapped an extra blanket and 2 pillows behind me so i could sit in my bed. it took some time to fall asleep at first ( thank god for netflix). gl hope you have a smooth recovery!

Wow. It's good to know that I'm not alone. Im convinced that my right side hates me. Thanks for your feedback & well Wishes! [emoji4]

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I slept in bed, on my back, somewhat propped up on pillows. Not the best sleep I've ever gotten, but not terrible.

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I had my surgery on 2/27 and was released from the hospital this afternoon 3/1. In the hospital I loss sleep due to the nurses poking me every 2-3 hours. However now that I'm home, I can't figure out how to sleep in my flat bed. Should I sleep in the chair? I'm having a rough start. Where did everyone sleep on their 1st night home????
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I had my surgery on 2/27 and was released from the hospital this afternoon 3/1. In the hospital I loss sleep due to the nurses poking me every 2-3 hours. However now that I'm home, I can't figure out how to sleep in my flat bed. Should I sleep in the chair? I'm having a rough start. Where did everyone sleep on their 1st night home????
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I was sleeved 2/27 as well and I went home 2/28 I experienced them waking me up all night as well but once I came home and took my pain meds I was able to sleep they helped me sleep



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It was really difficult to sleep the first 5 days. I literally had about 8 pillows propping different parts of my body and could not turn on my sides. Best of luck -it will get better. The only thing I miss is lying on my belly



Yes getting comfortable is the hardest part


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