Sweetheart, you have my prayers….you’re going to be fine! I’m praying for you every day! You’re going to be a rock star!!! Miralax is a good thing……I know you’re going to be fine! I have a bed like yours because I have problems with stomach problems….you’re going to be ok!!! I have faith! And I will continue to pray for your super fast recovery! Don’t lay in bed……get up and move!!! I found that out with my first surgery after my son was born C-section ! Hang in there! We LOVE you!!! You’re going to be fine…..no doubt in my mind! Lots will be praying for you…..you can count on me to pray continuously for you!!! GOD IS GOOD!!! ALL THE TIME!!! We’ve got you!!!!!!!!! And we love you!!! You’ve made me such a happy dehydrator and I feel that I’m going all I can to prepare…..You will be FINE!!!! Our prayers will bring you through!!!!!!
Thank you for your videos i need a biopsy to check for hyperplasia so I'm grateful that you put your videos out because it is very different from the typical fibroids etc. I hope your doing well. 🙏🏻
I’m a respiratory therapist and The thing about using the girdle is it won’t allow you to take deep enough breaths which is vital to keep pneumonia at bay. You’re going to do fine you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. Walk, cough and deep breathe to keep your lungs going.
Darcy. I had a hysterectomy 30 years ago. Recovery was quick for me. Get your self a soft pillow to clench if you have to cough or sneeze. Put it close to your abdomin if you feel life you have to cough! Praying for your quick recovery. Kathy (Chuck)
Wow! You are prepared. I was 41 and I was so stupid. My doctor even told me that I needed to take it more seriously. I figured I’d get home and maybe a bit slower than normal but no big deal. Big deal! Whew it knocked me for a loop. Getting out of bed was horrendous. My roommate in the hospital had surgery for cancer and she was in pain. So that helped me to practice getting out of bed so I could go give her an ice cube or whatever and then I’d go walk the hall. I walked and walked. I perfected the get on the side and just roll kind of off the bed but not quite. You will find it I’m sure. So thankful you have a husband who will be helping you. That is wonderful. It sure looks like you are good to go. I did have a belly band with my surgery and I even held myself on my abdomen when walking. That incision went from side to side and I didn’t want it breaking open. So just be very careful. I recommend you stay home for at least a couple of weeks. It is tempting to get out and about as soon as they let you but then you will likely overdo it. Sending you big hugs and,prayers. 🙏💙
I am taking 3 weeks 'off' but I'm sure I'll be back at the desk doing things (I'm doing a slow eating dinner now at the desk - more comfie than the chairs, so that's why I'm answering comments now). But I'm definitely follow all that advice about taking it easy!
Your post op recovery will depend on if it is done vaginally or with abdominal incision. Mine was done all vaginally and post op there was little pain. I also have the big container of generic miralax. I got it for after a surgery. It is supposed to be gentle to your system and you should not get dependent on it. You are well prepared. You might not need all those things in the hospital. They tend to have what ever you need. You might be doing a lot of sleeping as the anesthesia wears off and you might not feel like doing much. A day and a half will go fast in the hospital. You’re fortunate that you have someone to fetch things for you. I live alone and have to do things myself no matter how hard it is. It forces me to be active. Good luck and speedy recovery. I love that you are doing videos of your experience. It will help someone down the road as they prepare for the same thing. I didn’t miss having painful cramps, big blood clots, periods lasting for a week before I had the continuous bleed from the fibroid. I was glad to get it all removed. I was of an age where I should have stopped having periods but it was still happening. Haven’t missed it at all!
It was robotic, so everything was pulled out vaginally, and I have 4 small incisions. Most of what I bought was in hopes to make home life easier. I'm glad your experience was good, too!
Love your pretty water bottle! Love the extra large (very pretty, super soft and scented) rice bag! Sounds like you are soooo well prepared and you've got every issue covered! Praying for the surgery and for a quick recovery!
There were no videos to watch when I had mine done...and you do need to help keep stool soft AFTER the fact, walking is great as soon as ur allowed up, GET UP and walk, dont overdo it but short walks AS SOON AS POSSIBLE help very much, You will do great, I promise! Its not as painful as you might think, its almost as if nothing was done, you are going to be amazed! I know I WAS!!! You wont be down as much as what you might think! YOU are going to do great girly, truly! I NEVER GOT CRAMPS AT ALL! You areso prepared youll be shocked what you WON'T need❤ I didn''t even need pain relievers, YES simethicone! Ill be waiting to hear how shocked you are AFTER the fact❤
I will be sending positive vibes your way. I am 14 years post hysterectomy. It was honestly so much easier than I ever thought. You are so prepared. I am the same way. It gives so much comfort. The pillow will feel SO GOOD. My truth is that the gas pain in my shouler was SO MUCH worse than hysterectomy pain. The GasX did not work for that. But getting on the floor on all fours face down bum up and letting it roll uphill really did!
@@myhysterectomyjourney so thankful you aren't having gas pain! Hopefully the rest is doing well too!! 💙🍀 (Grab your pillow so the following laugh doesn't hurt) yeah, that position was quite difficult but hubby helped in the up and down... And honestly by patting my back during! 😂😂 still have no idea why that even worked since my shoulders aren't connected to the "exit" LOL. Dr said that tissue is porous and gas can penetrate. IDK if THAT is true. But I do know the exit helped! 😂😂😂
Yep - all that gas pumped into your abdomen has to go somewhere - and travels everywhere it can! I'm sure the back patting was helpful! Just like with babies!
Hi Darcy, if you don’t actually suffer with constipation post op, but could do with a bit if help to go more easily, check if you can get Lactulose there. It works by coating the stool making it easier to go, not a laxative or softener - I was prescribed this post colon resection and it’s a bit of a life-saver. Cable wise, we go ‘longer’ taking in 5m cable each time as the sockets are usually on the wall out of reach and often can’t use the phone if plugged in with a 3m or have to stretch for the cable. Having said that, we also take the power banks in. I use talc in little round tubs with a ‘powder puff’ - invaluable if you get hot, especially patted around your throat and neck. Also a little mist facial spritz spray in hospital and at home. A wipe for glasses. Did you mention a headset? I have standard earphones and a headband similar to Leisa’s, perfect in hospital - also earplugs, invaluable for overnight noise in hosp. If your mind won’t switch off, hum quietly to yourself, you can’t hum and think - apparently - try it! Won’t be long before you are thanking God that it’s all behind you!
Yep!!!! And it hit me about 20 min ago in a big way!! I need the white noise, not just silence (because my brain hates me), so that's why I use the tablet to help on those nights I can't sleep - it helps override my brain. I never even thought about the humming lol
I had robotic assisted surgery and had very little pain. Even when I started laughing and couldn’t stop. I wore my robe over a nightshirt home. No pants for a while. Get used to wearing your nightwear for a while. At least it will be comfy. Rest and walk are your only tasks. Walking and breathing deep will keep your lungs clear. The belly band won’t be necessary if it is just a few incisions. If a full incision is needed you will need the band. I hope surgery and recovery go very easy for you.
I could have used it on the way home I think, And because I carry a lot of extra weight in my front, the weight of it is pulling at things, so I'll wear it as I start to walk longer the first few days if it helps at all.
I think you are past surgery now. Still praying for your swift and comfortable recovery. I live in the Denton area so if anything you need help with, please reach out to me.
You are in my thoughts, Darcy. All things will go great. Take your time healing , we all will be around after and will be here when you're ready to come back. GOOD LUCK , sending all my love.
Looks like you are well prepared for your hospital stay and recovery. I'm praying for a fast and complete recovery. As a retired nurse who has also had a total hysterectomy, I found the belly band didn't help as much as I thought it would. Also it restricted my ability to take a deep breath. It is very important to cough and deep breath to help your lungs recover from the anesthesia and prevent pneumonia.
Please double check all OTC meds to be sure constipation not a side effect, particularly the no gas one, I made that mistake after abdomen surgery. I have similar bed. Not disabled but need head/chest up for COPD. I always keep a wooden cart with wheels (garage sale find) in front of night stand. Drink, remotes, phone, meds, paper/pen, digital clock, wipes & kleenex on it and has shelf under that could fit snacks and other things. Suggest include in hospital bag and use at home - composition notebook with few pens. Know you are tech savy but having place to write quick notes about time meds taken, how feeling, temperature, dr comments, etc is good to have and other people can do for you when you sleeping or out of it. Praying daily!
I had mentioned earlier the first time you get up in the hospital is the worst. But really, it gets much better quickly. I had the surgery 42 years ago. I think it was before laparoscopic surgery was the thing. But I had much endometriosis so the surgeon had to work to get my other organs "unstuck" to the mess. I had the smile type cut. It took years before I had any sensitivity to feel things near the incision because so many nerves were cut. I would realize in the morning while doing my daily shower and teeth, I would find myself leaning against the bath countertop to the point I should have felt that pressure,but I didn't even realize I was pushing so hard on the incision area unless I happened to look down. There was just no feeling. Also for years and years after surgery, I could be just sitting around or standing around in no pain whatsoever when I would suddenly get such a quick sharp pain in my lower abdomen, it would cause me to almost fall to the ground in pain. And I never had any warning it was about to happen. A medical doctor friend years later told me it was "surgical pain" and not uncommon after major surgery. And yes she agreed it was just about the worst pain in the world. Now at 74 I can't remember having that for about 10 years. But I wanted you to know, if you get it, nothing is wrong and don't think it's something that must mean there's another thing wrong.
Turns out, the first time getting up the 2nd day after meds wore off..that was the hardest. I actually did really well getting up and around - a nerve block that I didn't know I was getting gets all the credit in the world. It made the last 2 days much easier than I thought they would be! And thanks for sharing!!
I had a radical hysterectomy about 8 years ago. Get a wedge for your bed. Make sure you have a pee pad for the bed/chair if they send you home with a catheter. I did warm prune juice and still had problems. They will give you Oxycoton for a few days and they will work but stove you up. Make sure you have a pillow to put across your stomach when you move, to get out of the bed, to get into the car to go home. It will help with stability. Look into an extension for wiping to use for going to the bathroom. Mine looked like tongs. You don't realize how much you stretch. After surgery, huge tegederm patches were the best for protecting the incision when I showered. I used a belly band for a few weeks but worked out of it.
We have a bed that adjusts at the head, so I didn't need the wedge. I can lift it to whatever position I need to help with sleep and getting up a little easier. Thanks for the tips!
My husband got me an over- bed rolling table (like a hospital bed table) when I broke my shoulder because I couldn’t reach my bedside table. It’s the best thing! I use it all the time since then, even just to get back into bed with my morning coffee. It came from Amazon and was reasonably priced. It had a bit of a ridge on the edge so things like a pen or chapstick won’t roll off.
Miralax and its generic mercifully have no flavor and dissolve clear with vigorous stirring and it is non habit forming got your body. For in the hospital I used a fancy pack fastened to the bed rail to hold my cell phone and other little things to have at my reach at all times. You will do great. As others have said, it isn’t as painful as you may think. Getting my energy back took a while but you are well prepared and it will come back.
I was about to wish you good luck, Darcy, and then in reading the comments, the procedure itself is already done. Woo hoo! Now for recovery which it sounds like it's going really well so far! I'm elated about that and you're so prepared, I know the next couple of weeks will be ok! You take it easy and we'll all be here when you get back. ❤❤❤💜💜💜
My c-section was way more painful than my hysterectomy. I know you are trying to cover all your bases, but I don't think you'll need 1/2 of your prep. work. Prayers and blessings.
The gas they put into you can be very painful and it will naturally rise up in your body. So when you’re reclining you can put your arms up on pillows on each side to help the process.
Wishing you a successful surgery and a good recovery. This video was so helpful for me as I am going in for another back surgery next month and I have just started to make my list of things to pack. I always forget to pack the little things, lip balm, coins for vending machines, personal wipes etc. My list has grown a little longer but I am now a little more prepared. I am being admitted the day before my surgery so I don't have to worry about having to get the pre surgery body wash items etc. they will have them for me I will in hospital for about 4 days but rather than going home I am being transferred to another hospital for extensive rehab, for at least 4 weeks maybe more, to get me back on my feet, and they will also be able to continue with wound care and making sure the surgery site is healing and kept clean. Living on my own post back surgery wound care is not very successful. Best of luck and see you on the other side.
Thanks so much, Molly! It turned out much better than I hoped (a nerve block I didn't know I was getting gets all the credit). Home now and resting. All the menfolk are taking good care of me!
@@myhysterectomyjourney Oh my gosh, this makes my heart so very, very happy! Tons of prayers answered! And you raised you boys so well (all of them! - Russell too! 🤣😂)
Yes, one overnight - I don't know if it's normal for her to do, or if she thought I was higher risk and kept me. So I was in a little over 24 hrs. I left a link to it in the description box. It's really comfy!
Let your anasthesiologist know you get nauseated from the anasthesia, they can give you something to prevent that, and it works like a charm . Blessings and prayers .
Oh, I did! Lots of conversation about it, and didn't have an issue at all - They gave me zofran all through the day, too, on top of all the stuff he gave me during surgery and the ear patch. I finally turned the zofran down this morning because I just didn't need it.
Sweetheart, you have my prayers….you’re going to be fine! I’m praying for you every day! You’re going to be a rock star!!! Miralax is a good thing……I know you’re going to be fine! I have a bed like yours because I have problems with stomach problems….you’re going to be ok!!! I have faith! And I will continue to pray for your super fast recovery! Don’t lay in bed……get up and move!!! I found that out with my first surgery after my son was born C-section ! Hang in there! We LOVE you!!! You’re going to be fine…..no doubt in my mind! Lots will be praying for you…..you can count on me to pray continuously for you!!! GOD IS GOOD!!! ALL THE TIME!!! We’ve got you!!!!!!!!! And we love you!!! You’ve made me such a happy dehydrator and I feel that I’m going all I can to prepare…..You will be FINE!!!! Our prayers will bring you through!!!!!!
Thanks, Debi!
Thank you for your videos i need a biopsy to check for hyperplasia so I'm grateful that you put your videos out because it is very different from the typical fibroids etc. I hope your doing well. 🙏🏻
You got some video games so you can play with your kids to pass the time. PRICELESS! I love that so much!! God bless you and your doctors.
Yeah - I have a family of gamers, so they'll be happy to help me pass the time while I rest.
I’m a respiratory therapist and The thing about using the girdle is it won’t allow you to take deep enough breaths which is vital to keep pneumonia at bay. You’re going to do fine you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. Walk, cough and deep breathe to keep your lungs going.
Thanks, Sandy! I don't plan on wearing it full-time...just in the car for now.
Darcy. I had a hysterectomy 30 years ago. Recovery was quick for me. Get your self a soft pillow to clench if you have to cough or sneeze. Put it close to your abdomin if you feel life you have to cough! Praying for your quick recovery. Kathy (Chuck)
Thanks!!
I 2nd the pillow suggestion. Honestly I wanted it on my tummy almost all the time. It just felt good to be very lightly pressed on me.
Wow! You are prepared. I was 41 and I was so stupid. My doctor even told me that I needed to take it more seriously. I figured I’d get home and maybe a bit slower than normal but no big deal. Big deal! Whew it knocked me for a loop. Getting out of bed was horrendous. My roommate in the hospital had surgery for cancer and she was in pain. So that helped me to practice getting out of bed so I could go give her an ice cube or whatever and then I’d go walk the hall. I walked and walked. I perfected the get on the side and just roll kind of off the bed but not quite. You will find it I’m sure.
So thankful you have a husband who will be helping you. That is wonderful. It sure looks like you are good to go. I did have a belly band with my surgery and I even held myself on my abdomen when walking. That incision went from side to side and I didn’t want it breaking open. So just be very careful. I recommend you stay home for at least a couple of weeks. It is tempting to get out and about as soon as they let you but then you will likely overdo it.
Sending you big hugs and,prayers. 🙏💙
I am taking 3 weeks 'off' but I'm sure I'll be back at the desk doing things (I'm doing a slow eating dinner now at the desk - more comfie than the chairs, so that's why I'm answering comments now). But I'm definitely follow all that advice about taking it easy!
Been thinking about you all morning. Prayers that you are without much pain and things are going well.
Thanks! It went well, and now the healing starts.
Your post op recovery will depend on if it is done vaginally or with abdominal incision. Mine was done all vaginally and post op there was little pain. I also have the big container of generic miralax. I got it for after a surgery. It is supposed to be gentle to your system and you should not get dependent on it. You are well prepared. You might not need all those things in the hospital. They tend to have what ever you need. You might be doing a lot of sleeping as the anesthesia wears off and you might not feel like doing much. A day and a half will go fast in the hospital. You’re fortunate that you have someone to fetch things for you. I live alone and have to do things myself no matter how hard it is. It forces me to be active. Good luck and speedy recovery. I love that you are doing videos of your experience. It will help someone down the road as they prepare for the same thing.
I didn’t miss having painful cramps, big blood clots, periods lasting for a week before I had the continuous bleed from the fibroid. I was glad to get it all removed. I was of an age where I should have stopped having periods but it was still happening. Haven’t missed it at all!
It was robotic, so everything was pulled out vaginally, and I have 4 small incisions. Most of what I bought was in hopes to make home life easier. I'm glad your experience was good, too!
Love your pretty water bottle! Love the extra large (very pretty, super soft and scented) rice bag! Sounds like you are soooo well prepared and you've got every issue covered! Praying for the surgery and for a quick recovery!
There were no videos to watch when I had mine done...and you do need to help keep stool soft AFTER the fact, walking is great as soon as ur allowed up, GET UP and walk, dont overdo it but short walks AS SOON AS POSSIBLE help very much, You will do great, I promise! Its not as painful as you might think, its almost as if nothing was done, you are going to be amazed! I know I WAS!!! You wont be down as much as what you might think! YOU are going to do great girly, truly! I NEVER GOT CRAMPS AT ALL! You areso prepared youll be shocked what you WON'T need❤
I didn''t even need pain relievers, YES simethicone! Ill be waiting to hear how shocked you are AFTER the fact❤
I hope I won't need much of this stuff!!!! But just in case.... ;)
I just found your videos on dehydrating. I’ve learned a lot. Then I saw your videos about your medical issues. I’m praying for you.
Thanks so much!
I will be sending positive vibes your way. I am 14 years post hysterectomy. It was honestly so much easier than I ever thought. You are so prepared. I am the same way. It gives so much comfort. The pillow will feel SO GOOD. My truth is that the gas pain in my shouler was SO MUCH worse than hysterectomy pain. The GasX did not work for that. But getting on the floor on all fours face down bum up and letting it roll uphill really did!
WOW - I'm surprised you could do that! Surprisingly, I've had no pain from the gas at all! Quite thankful!!
@@myhysterectomyjourney so thankful you aren't having gas pain! Hopefully the rest is doing well too!! 💙🍀 (Grab your pillow so the following laugh doesn't hurt) yeah, that position was quite difficult but hubby helped in the up and down... And honestly by patting my back during! 😂😂 still have no idea why that even worked since my shoulders aren't connected to the "exit" LOL. Dr said that tissue is porous and gas can penetrate. IDK if THAT is true. But I do know the exit helped! 😂😂😂
Yep - all that gas pumped into your abdomen has to go somewhere - and travels everywhere it can! I'm sure the back patting was helpful! Just like with babies!
Hope you are well!
Hi Darcy, if you don’t actually suffer with constipation post op, but could do with a bit if help to go more easily, check if you can get Lactulose there. It works by coating the stool making it easier to go, not a laxative or softener - I was prescribed this post colon resection and it’s a bit of a life-saver.
Cable wise, we go ‘longer’ taking in 5m cable each time as the sockets are usually on the wall out of reach and often can’t use the phone if plugged in with a 3m or have to stretch for the cable. Having said that, we also take the power banks in.
I use talc in little round tubs with a ‘powder puff’ - invaluable if you get hot, especially patted around your throat and neck. Also a little mist facial spritz spray in hospital and at home.
A wipe for glasses.
Did you mention a headset? I have standard earphones and a headband similar to Leisa’s, perfect in hospital - also earplugs, invaluable for overnight noise in hosp. If your mind won’t switch off, hum quietly to yourself, you can’t hum and think - apparently - try it!
Won’t be long before you are thanking God that it’s all behind you!
Yep!!!! And it hit me about 20 min ago in a big way!! I need the white noise, not just silence (because my brain hates me), so that's why I use the tablet to help on those nights I can't sleep - it helps override my brain. I never even thought about the humming lol
Thanks again for sharing your story. Would like to hear how recovery is going. My surgery date is coming up soon.
I had robotic assisted surgery and had very little pain. Even when I started laughing and couldn’t stop. I wore my robe over a nightshirt home. No pants for a while. Get used to wearing your nightwear for a while. At least it will be comfy. Rest and walk are your only tasks. Walking and breathing deep will keep your lungs clear. The belly band won’t be necessary if it is just a few incisions. If a full incision is needed you will need the band. I hope surgery and recovery go very easy for you.
I could have used it on the way home I think, And because I carry a lot of extra weight in my front, the weight of it is pulling at things, so I'll wear it as I start to walk longer the first few days if it helps at all.
I think you are past surgery now. Still praying for your swift and comfortable recovery. I live in the Denton area so if anything you need help with, please reach out to me.
You are in my thoughts, Darcy. All things will go great. Take your time healing , we all will be around after and will be here when you're ready to come back.
GOOD LUCK , sending all my love.
Thank you, Tammy!
Looks like you are well prepared for your hospital stay and recovery. I'm praying for a fast and complete recovery. As a retired nurse who has also had a total hysterectomy, I found the belly band didn't help as much as I thought it would. Also it restricted my ability to take a deep breath. It is very important to cough and deep breath to help your lungs recover from the anesthesia and prevent pneumonia.
It has helped me when walking - I don't wear it any other time. Otherwise, it's off, and I'm using my spirometer to make sure!
Praying all goes well and for a quick and uneventful recovery! I suspect your crew at home will take excellent care of you, just like you do for them.
They are!! Got home this afternoon and they are all hovering to help :D
Please double check all OTC meds to be sure constipation not a side effect, particularly the no gas one, I made that mistake after abdomen surgery. I have similar bed. Not disabled but need head/chest up for COPD. I always keep a wooden cart with wheels (garage sale find) in front of night stand. Drink, remotes, phone, meds, paper/pen, digital clock, wipes & kleenex on it and has shelf under that could fit snacks and other things. Suggest include in hospital bag and use at home - composition notebook with few pens. Know you are tech savy but having place to write quick notes about time meds taken, how feeling, temperature, dr comments, etc is good to have and other people can do for you when you sleeping or out of it. Praying daily!
I ended up not needing the gas med at all - thankfully. And thanks for the tips!
I had mentioned earlier the first time you get up in the hospital is the worst. But really, it gets much better quickly. I had the surgery 42 years ago. I think it was before laparoscopic surgery was the thing. But I had much endometriosis so the surgeon had to work to get my other organs "unstuck" to the mess. I had the smile type cut. It took years before I had any sensitivity to feel things near the incision because so many nerves were cut. I would realize in the morning while doing my daily shower and teeth, I would find myself leaning against the bath countertop to the point I should have felt that pressure,but I didn't even realize I was pushing so hard on the incision area unless I happened to look down. There was just no feeling. Also for years and years after surgery, I could be just sitting around or standing around in no pain whatsoever when I would suddenly get such a quick sharp pain in my lower abdomen, it would cause me to almost fall to the ground in pain. And I never had any warning it was about to happen. A medical doctor friend years later told me it was "surgical pain" and not uncommon after major surgery. And yes she agreed it was just about the worst pain in the world. Now at 74 I can't remember having that for about 10 years. But I wanted you to know, if you get it, nothing is wrong and don't think it's something that must mean there's another thing wrong.
Turns out, the first time getting up the 2nd day after meds wore off..that was the hardest. I actually did really well getting up and around - a nerve block that I didn't know I was getting gets all the credit in the world. It made the last 2 days much easier than I thought they would be! And thanks for sharing!!
I had a radical hysterectomy about 8 years ago. Get a wedge for your bed. Make sure you have a pee pad for the bed/chair if they send you home with a catheter. I did warm prune juice and still had problems. They will give you Oxycoton for a few days and they will work but stove you up. Make sure you have a pillow to put across your stomach when you move, to get out of the bed, to get into the car to go home. It will help with stability. Look into an extension for wiping to use for going to the bathroom. Mine looked like tongs. You don't realize how much you stretch. After surgery, huge tegederm patches were the best for protecting the incision when I showered. I used a belly band for a few weeks but worked out of it.
We have a bed that adjusts at the head, so I didn't need the wedge. I can lift it to whatever position I need to help with sleep and getting up a little easier. Thanks for the tips!
My husband got me an over- bed rolling table (like a hospital bed table) when I broke my shoulder because I couldn’t reach my bedside table. It’s the best thing! I use it all the time since then, even just to get back into bed with my morning coffee. It came from Amazon and was reasonably priced. It had a bit of a ridge on the edge so things like a pen or chapstick won’t roll off.
We wanted to, but we have carpet and it won't roll. So this is the next best thing we can do!
Goodness,you are well prepared. Best wishes! Prayers for quick recovery.
Miralax and its generic mercifully have no flavor and dissolve clear with vigorous stirring and it is non habit forming got your body. For in the hospital I used a fancy pack fastened to the bed rail to hold my cell phone and other little things to have at my reach at all times. You will do great. As others have said, it isn’t as painful as you may think. Getting my energy back took a while but you are well prepared and it will come back.
Thanks!
@@myhysterectomyjourney Fanny/waist pack, NOT “fancy” UG!
I was about to wish you good luck, Darcy, and then in reading the comments, the procedure itself is already done. Woo hoo! Now for recovery which it sounds like it's going really well so far! I'm elated about that and you're so prepared, I know the next couple of weeks will be ok! You take it easy and we'll all be here when you get back. ❤❤❤💜💜💜
Thank you!
My c-section was way more painful than my hysterectomy. I know you are trying to cover all your bases, but I don't think you'll need 1/2 of your prep. work. Prayers and blessings.
Even if I don't, I'm glad I had it ahead of time in case. So far, the GasX isn't needed - thankfully.
I had gas in my body after my tubes were tied. Dr said to drink 7-up, or gingerale ..it eased it some. You are in our prayers
Thank you!
Looks like you all set. Sending love and prayers.
The gas they put into you can be very painful and it will naturally rise up in your body. So when you’re reclining you can put your arms up on pillows on each side to help the process.
Surprisingly, I haven't dealt with any of the gas pain at all!
Wishing you a successful surgery and a good recovery. This video was so helpful for me as I am going in for another back surgery next month and I have just started to make my list of things to pack. I always forget to pack the little things, lip balm, coins for vending machines, personal wipes etc. My list has grown a little longer but I am now a little more prepared. I am being admitted the day before my surgery so I don't have to worry about having to get the pre surgery body wash items etc. they will have them for me I will in hospital for about 4 days but rather than going home I am being transferred to another hospital for extensive rehab, for at least 4 weeks maybe more, to get me back on my feet, and they will also be able to continue with wound care and making sure the surgery site is healing and kept clean. Living on my own post back surgery wound care is not very successful. Best of luck and see you on the other side.
Carla!!! I'll be praying for you and your recovery!!! I hope it all goes well!!!
💖💖💖💖I am praying for you my friend!!!!💖💖💖💖
Thanks so much, Molly! It turned out much better than I hoped (a nerve block I didn't know I was getting gets all the credit). Home now and resting. All the menfolk are taking good care of me!
@@myhysterectomyjourney Oh my gosh, this makes my heart so very, very happy! Tons of prayers answered! And you raised you boys so well (all of them! - Russell too! 🤣😂)
HAHAHAHAHA! :D
You have a wonderful friend. Take care of you! See you soon!
Good luck.
How did it go?
Is this scheduled for overnight hospitalization? How many days will you be in the hospital? Where did you get the longer stripped shirt?
Yes, one overnight - I don't know if it's normal for her to do, or if she thought I was higher risk and kept me. So I was in a little over 24 hrs. I left a link to it in the description box. It's really comfy!
Let your anasthesiologist know you get nauseated from the anasthesia, they can give you something to prevent that, and it works like a charm . Blessings and prayers .
Oh, I did! Lots of conversation about it, and didn't have an issue at all - They gave me zofran all through the day, too, on top of all the stuff he gave me during surgery and the ear patch. I finally turned the zofran down this morning because I just didn't need it.
@@myhysterectomyjourney Awesome!! I will keep you in my prayers for your health and for your recovery