Hi I had my surgery on 7/23/12 and no one gave me tips on the easiest way to get up but i found out on my own that rolling to the side of the bed first and then feet first you can use your elbows for strenght to get up. I am having trouble drinking enough liquids and also with my vitamin intake. Today s new thing happened my stomsch started making really loud noises after i sipp on water or if I eat.