DIEP surgery -- Day 5

Day 5 was discharge day! After I was seen by my surgeons assistant and evaluated it was officially determined I would be discharged! Before we left I took one last shower because we knew that our garden style tubs/showers were harder to get into than the hospital showers. I was on my way home by 1 that afternoon! 

I will admit that although very happy to be at home I was a little worried. I have two sons ages 2 and 3 who were super excited to see mommy. I just didn't want my pain to scare them or for me to over do it because I love and missed them so much. It all worked out well though because my mom had them napping when I arrived home. This gave me the chance to get situated in my recliner, take my meds, and enjoy a bowl of ice cream before they woke up. And when they woke up they were so excited to see me! It was pure bliss to see their smiling little faces. 

Right now they are still not able to hug me but we have gotten into a routine of kissing quite often. They also sit at the foot of my recliner while I read them stories. I also have supper with them every evening so we have or ways of staying connected...it is all about being creative.