home From Surgery!

Hi All!  Just want to let everyone know that I am through with surgery and back home.  Now I am working full time at getting liquids and protein..oh, between naps!  Having a hard time finding a comfortable place to sleep..from bed (propped up) and my Lay Z Girl..hope it gets better pretty quick. I am sure somebody knows..can I make up an 8oz bottle of unjury and keep it in the fridge for the next morning?  Want to make sure the protein doesn't degrade.  Well, thanks for all your good thoughts...can't wait to start feeling better and start working this new life!

Jeannie

Your protein won't degrade.  I have been making mine up the night before and drinking it all day.  Within a few days you'll be able to sleep more comfortably.  I took my pain meds right before bed and that sure helped.  congratulations on your successful surgery, and welcome to the loser's bench. 

I slept in the recliner for 2 weeks, but I had massive bruising. Sliding on down on the bench for ya! Glad you are doing well

Welcome home and back to the board. The only caution my doctor gave was to not leave protein drinks unrefrigerated for more than two hours. 

I had a drain and couldn't sleep on my side or stomach, which I prefer. I surrounded myself with pillows, so I couldn't flip over. I also took my liquid pain meds right before I tried to sleep. They seemed to have a knock out component that helped me get to sleep. 

Welcome home, I know you are glad to be home.

I did discover that my Pre-op way of making shakes with milk was a no go post-op, seems I'm lactous intolerant.

But I made one this morning and left it in the fridge for several hours before I was ready to tackle it.

Liz

Wishing you a speedy recovery!!!! Welcome to the loser's bench!

 I just wanted to welcome you to the Loser's Bench.  I hope you're feeling better in the morning and that you got some sleep.

Welcome back!!!  Keep us posted on your progress!!  :-)