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07-20-2001, 03:39 PM
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I'm getting nervous now
Hi Tonilee,
It is perfectly normal to be nervous, even very nervous before major surgery.
As for when you come home from the hospital, you will need extra attention. Your children might not understand this at first but kids are surprising. They catch on pretty quickly. I have a 1yr. old and a 2yr. old nephew who are over my house constantly and it was amazing how quickly they adjusted to Aunt Tina's Boo Boo. With in an hour they knew not to come near my tummy. They ran to the side of me and would gently put their heads on my arm. Sure it took a few times of reminding them but kids adjust. Truthfully, it is harder on us than them because we impose guilt on ourselves.
As you said , it is much better for your family to go through this 6week hiccup in their lives rather than growing up without a mommy or one who is sick ALL the time.
Only you can make this decision because you have to live with the outcome. But the focus of that decision should be what would be best for you, what would make your life easier and pain free. Yes your family will be a factor in that decision and will be greatly affected by that decision but this is one time in your life that you must focus on your well being.
I hope and pray you will find peace in your decision. And you can always call the doc to find alternatives if you really don't think this procedure will do anything for you.
Hugs & Prayers,
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