Sweet Support from the Mister

Most husbands want to help when their wives have surgery. And most husbands worry about leaving their wives alone in the house while they recover.

Q: What are some things I can do to help my wife after I need to go return to my job and she is alone at home?

A: Her needs are simple:

• Make sure a TV is handy and the remove control is near.
• Move the phone near her and let her turn off the ring if she wants to sleep or call friends if she wants to chat.
• Consider putting an cooler near her bed for juices and a sandwich if you are going to be gone all day.
• Help her arrange her recovery room where stairs are not a problem.
• Before you leave the house, ask if there is anything she needs.
• Phone her before you leave work, to ask if there is anything she needs to purchase on your way home.
• Ask her how she is feeling and listen to her when you arrive home.
• Learn to do laundry and other household chores to help her when you get home.

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