At home again

Well, it's done.  I'm home and trying to re-coup.  I'll be honest, things were rough and I haven't been feeling well.  Overall I'm just uncomfortable.  But at least I recognize that even the smallest of changes since Monday's surgery are good ones, so I'm on my way.  Pretty much my biggest problem (still) is gas.  I feel the thanksgiving day float.  :(  I've felt that way since I woke up after surgery since monday.  I nearly wanted to throw a party when I passed gas this morning, WOOHOO.  But still no real relief.

I'm waiting for a response from the office in regards to my question of how much liquid at first.  I'm just so uncomfortable that I'm not drinking much, or wanting to drink anymore.  It took me nearly 5 hours to get down 6oz of a vanilla protein shake.  And every time I take a pill I have to take a sip or two.

I don't really know how to gauge my progress.  I became very dissapointed this morning after a shower with my husbands help.  I feel so helpless.  I just can't move very well and definately can't reach down for anything lower than waist level.  I cried and told him how much I appreciated him staying with me.  I don't know what the heck I was thinking saying that I could have done it all alone.  No way, I need his help with pretty much everything.  I'm hoping my mobility will get better and my pain level will go down in the next couple of days.  :(

I hope I don't sound like a big baby, but I didn't anticipate feeling this poorly.  The doctor said he had a tough time with me.  The lap surgery took 4.5 hours!  I was in recovery until the late afternoon, even though I had the first surgery and arrived at 630am.  Monday was rough for me.

Thank you to EVERYONE who sent me a uplifting personal message.  Thank you all so much.

Lauren 

Blessing to you! Sorry its rough right now. At first I had to have help w/ showering and stuff too. In a year you will look back and say it was soooooooooo worth it. Walking and sipping will get rid of the gas problem faster than anything is what I was told and it worked for me. Best wishes and hugs! Shannon

Welcome to the losers bench!!!!!!!  Sorry to hear you are feeling rough.  It will pass.  Just keep trying to walk as much as you can and sip on tha****er & protein.  It will get better.

Lauren - (((((PRAYERS & HUGS)))) Keep your chin up & remember that each day will get a bit better & you will look back on this & although its tough you will prosper & are blessed. Don't be afraid to ask for or accept help. Give yourself a break & know that you are thought of & prayed for. All best.....

Hi, Lauren: I'm sorry you have had such a rough start at it all, but time really does heal..this time next week, a lot of this will be history! Hang in there...better days ahead! Cindy

Welcome home Lauren sorry you are  having a hard time. But as the others have posted as each day passes things will look better and you will be saying wow it was all worth it  when you go back in for that follow up and the pounds are coming off. Hang in there kiddo and know we are all here for you no matter the need. If you need to chat  or if you need to just vent come on over thats what we are here for! God Bless, and wishing you a speedy recovery. 

Hey, girl!  You are right--It is not a breeze.  However, it WILL get better with each passing day!

Lauren,  So sorry that you are having a rough time.  I pray that you have an easier time.  Please know that each day will be better and better and in no time you will be feeling great and looking wonderful.  If there is anything that we can do to help just let us know, we are always a keyboard away.  

Lauren, i found day 4 to be the real turning point for me. I started to feel like I would make it. You are doing great. Joe

(())'s First I want to say congrats on such a wonderful change in your life. It is a little rough in the beginning. One day you will wake up and feel so much better. I remember at first thinking I was never going to be able to eat again. Now I feel like I never had the surgery, but in a good way. My mind is retrained to where all the healthy foods are so delicious to me! I never think oh I wish I could have this or that. My life no longer revolves around eating. Just remember when you are getting discouraged that each day that goes by will get better and soon you will see what an awesome thing you did for yourself.