Im 2days post op and was discharged today. My incisions (especially the main one) are very sore, especially when gettimg in and out of bed. The dr and nurses have all basically said i just have to live with it. How lomg did it take you alls soreness to subside? Any tips/tricks that worked for you?

They usually start feeling better after a week or so.

Non-rubbing clothes, and using the roll to the side and push up with your arms move to avoid stressing your abdomen when getting up or down will help too. I had some success using a small firm pillow clutched to my abdomen too as I sat down or stood up to help minimize the pulling/pain. The less stretching/pulling on your middle, the better.

I slept in the recliner ( if you have one) for the first 3 nights. I tried my bed but it was too difficult. When I finally got into bed I did as suggested above and used pillows to support me. I sleep on my side preferably on my stomach. Obviously the stomach took longer to sleep on.

It will get easier day by day. Just make sure you are getting up waking around and moving during the day. It will help you to heal faster,

It hurt pretty good whenever I got up on days 2-3. I walked like a hunchback around the house! After that, it was much better, though. I only took 2 doses of pain meds the day I got home and one the next morning. You'll feel good soon!!

I also slept in a recliner for the first week. Then when I tried the bed I propped myself up with pillows. Clutch a pillow when standing if it helps. The only thing you can do is give it time. You had major surgery. It's gonna hurt.

Thank you all for your input. I found the pillow trick pretty helpful. Guess its just waiting it out now, i know it will be worth it.