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How to leave hospital after replacement in two days or under?

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rose0000
rose0000

Please can you share with me the quickest way I can leave the hospital after a hip replacement? I am desperate to be back at home with my children and family and hate hospitals. I would quite frankly walk on hot coals, I am sure it will probably feel like it too.

My operation is on Tuesday, I am absolutely dreading it/can't wait for the day to come in equal combination. I am sure everyone feels this way...I am just so worried for my children.

Thankyou

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  • shirley17649
    shirley17649 rose0000

    Posted

    Hi rose

    Hope you are staying calm. You must try to concentrate on getting well and direct your energy towards healing. Today don't overdo things in a last minute rush.

    Rest and relax, have plenty to drink and something light to eat.

    Enjoy a calming soak in the bath this evening as you will not be able to have a bath for a while.

    Remember our thoughts and prayers go with you.

    Hugs

    Shirley

    • rose0000
      rose0000 shirley17649

      Posted

      I will do all of the above, although not sure I can actually eat anything, but the soak sounds lovely. 

      You have been wonderful thank you x

  • renee01952
    renee01952 rose0000

    Posted

    dear rose -

    I so totally agree with everyone here ...  

    you are so prepared and so are your darling children - 

    big warm hug

    renee

    • maggie93798
      maggie93798 rose0000

      Posted

      Very sad about the children's pets, and a good idea for the early Christmas party. Your children are lucky, they have a stable house and a very loving mum. They must have watched you suffer recently and so must be very aware that you are going to hospital to be made better. I am sure you will have told them that it will be slow and not instant and they must be keen to help on your return. If they understand that the separation from you is for your benefit and that the hospital is the place to help you, they will be positive about it.

      good luck to you all

    • rose0000
      rose0000 maggie93798

      Posted

      Maggie you are incredibly insightful and kind. I am sure you are nurse or a professional of some kind from your posts. 

      We have tried to make the separation a 'sleepover with Nanny', and have presents and sweeties, and a midnight feast organised as a surprise (will be more like 8pm not midnight) and a new film to watch with nanny and no school if they are feeling worried. And once I am home and can at least see them, and hear them and to be there even if I am unable to do anything for them will be a great relief.

      It is not a bad thing for a child to realise they are not dependent on anyone, including their mum, that they can live and breathe perfectly without me. It will be a learning experience for all of us.

      Thank you for your lovely post and vote of confidence. This bit  just before the operation, the waiting, it is not very nice, and it is a real comfort to have messages like yours. 

      Thank you.

    • maggie93798
      maggie93798 rose0000

      Posted

      No not a nurse, but a biomedical scientist in the microbiology lab at the hospital where I had the op.Also a mum, who was able to work safe in the knowledge that my kids were in good hands, and that is how I know how resilient and adaptable they can be. 

      The nerves are horrible. I thought I was cool calm and collected until about 3 pm on the day before the op. Had a major meltdown and had to leave work early as I could no longer concentrate. Luckily my colleagues were understanding. Next morning I had to be at the hospital for 7 am and was icy calm. Was in the privileged situation that my husband works in the theatres transporting patients and he was detailed to take me up to the ward. The lady in the next bed put in a "complaint", she had not been kissed after he put her in the bed!

      keep us posted

  • Kikeena
    Kikeena rose0000

    Posted

    Hi Rose

    I'm so glad the wait is nearly over for you. And what terrible timing for your childen's pets. They are lucky to have such a sensitive loving mum.

    Having a large surgery like this is so stressful partly because you don't know what it will be like. And on this site there is such a large range of experiences. I'd say do what is easiest for you. If it seems easier at home for you, then go. But if it's easier in hospital then stay till you feel comfortable. I couldn't have contemplated coming home even after 3 days. I was in too much pain.

    Go gently with yourself, I'll be thinking of you

    Keena

    • rose0000
      rose0000 Kikeena

      Posted

      Thank you kiki you have been so kind to me. A complete sense of calm and peace has come over me. And not a moment too soon! smile xxx
  • titleistpro
    titleistpro rose0000

    Posted

    Hi Rose,

    I've had 2 THR since late June, both times I was out of the hospital after 2 days, you will be fine at home if you have some assistance for the first week or so.  I hope all goes well, best of luck.  

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