Post-Op Day Four

Dec 23, 2011

Everything went well in surgery with no complications.  I was able to walk a few times and eat about an ounce and a half of chicken broth.  The next morning, I wanted to walk.  I was walking down the hall as the double doors to the unit opened and there came my surgeon.  He saw me up and moving and his face lit up.  I was doing so well that I was able to come home the next afternoon.  My husband and parents have been so supportive of me and making sure that I have everything I need to start my healthy journey. 

Today is the first day that I decided to stay home while my husband is at work.  I can move okay and do most everything except bend over to the floor.  I might be able to do that, but I'm afraid I'll strain myself too much.  I'm having issues getting in enough protein and water.  It seems like between the 20-30 minute meal times and then waiting 30-45 minutes to drink and then having to eat six times a day, that I can't get everything in.  I'm only comfortable eating about 2-2 1/2 ounces at a time.  I'm praying that I can learn how to juggle the eating and drinking behaviors soon.

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