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Read more about Returning to Work

Returning to Work

The time has come to return to work and today is my first day back. I was pleasantly surprised that the pair of pants I picked out to wear did not fit. They slid off of me. A great start to the day!!   I wasn't sure what to expect when I got off the elevator this morning. I was surprisingly eager to come back to the office, as it is one step closer to returning to a normal life. I told a few co-workers in confidence about my surgery before I left, and I knew they would be supportive afte

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• earthchick97
• August 30, 201114 yr

Read more about First Days Home

First Days Home

The first few days home were eventful. I came home from the hospital and was warmly welcomed by my two children and my parents. My children wanted to surprise me with flowers and a huge welcome home banner which tickled me pink. Although I was very tired, I tried very hard to act upbeat and peppy for the sake of the children.   Against my better judgement I continued to take the pain medication for the first day and a half from returning home from the hospital. Although the drugs certainly

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• earthchick97
• August 28, 201114 yr

Read more about Hospital Stay

Hospital Stay

Before surgery, I was fully anticipating counting the minutes until I was able to return home and begin my new life. I gave birth to two childen, how difficult could this be? I was right, well almost...   For the most part, surgery was text book. I arrived at the hospital two hours prior to my surgery time and began the intake process. After filling out all the necessary paperwork, I was sent to my pre-op prep room to begin all monitoring, IV line, compression stockings, etc. All went ver

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• earthchick97
• August 27, 201114 yr