Wednesdays the big day!
I know all my fears and worries will be gone soon. Just venting I guess. I should be jumping for joy...I just know its not all sunshine and daisies. Its a difficult journey especially immediately post-op. Hopefully I will have no complications and everything will be all set.
If anyone has a story about their surgery and/or post op Id love to read about it.
Liana
My advice - stay positive, keep your chin uP! This is a GOOD THING!!!
As far as packing - You'll be home before ya know it...they have what you'll need at the hospital for showering (I did bring my own shampoo/conditioner and a comb and ponyholder), Chapstick was a must because soon after you'll be barely sipping but ur lips get wicked dry. I brought my iPod and some magazines but didn't touch either one! The clothes I wore in were the ones I wore home. I did have my cell phone (cuz it's free vs. the hospital phone) I used it a bit to check in w/my family and let 'em know I'm doing good :-)
I mentioned before my biggest struggle was getting in my fluid oz's, it felt so forced. Then I learned "don't force it" just keep sipping and stay hydrated when ya get home!!!
My experience... it's the adjustment that's NOT easy, it's hard to describe. On the bright side, I had very little if any pain at all which made it tolerable.
You're gonna do GREAT - can't wait to hear from you in a few days!!!!
I guess its about time to stop being all weird and angsty and go to bed. See u on the other side! <3