MedicMom Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I’m having ankle surgery on Monday. The ankle is very badly damaged from a previous sprain and rolls a lot. Well yesterday it rolled again, resulting in another grade 3 sprain and a slight fracture. My husband is on a 39 hour shift right now. He’s home TueSday day and then goes back in for another 40 hours. So I’m alone with a 7, 5, and 2 year old and can’t walk. Or sleep. Or eat. Between the pain and the pain meds I feel like a zombie. He can’t take off, and in fact is working extra, because we’ve just lost my income indefinitely and can’t quite manage the budget without it. My mother is trying to be helpful, but she’s mostly just annoying me. I really just want someone to come bring chocolate and wine. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebbyribs Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 That sucks, and I hope your surgery goes well. I can't believe your baby is 2 already - your pregnancy and NICU days seem so much more recent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonhawk Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: Good luck on the surgery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 (hugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ailaena Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 :grouphug: I'd bring you things and hang out with your kids if I wasn't 3/4 of the way across the country! Hope surgery goes well <3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 awwwww, poor you! this really sucks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corraleno Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Oh man, I wished I lived closer and could help you out for real. :sad: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Oh man, I wished I lived closer and could help you out for real. :sad: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Ditto. Hope all the little ones sleep through the night soundly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Set up a safe room for the 2 and 5 year old to make messes and not get hurt, set up a place in there to sleep, and rest. :(. I'm sorry you're in pain. (Hugs) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Oh my, I am so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanny Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Chocolate might help. I cannot like your thread, but I hope that the doctors and nurses who take care of you do an outstanding job and that your Ankle will be much much better, after the recovery period. Just try to do the most important thing(s), on a priority basis. I hope someone can help you during the recovery period. Good luck! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Praying that your surgery is going well or has gone well and you recover soon. Hugs and Chocolate. I used to eat dark chocolate to help with pain and now there are studies showing it is a very mild pain reliever. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 (edited) Wish I could bring chocolate, wine, and distractions for the kiddos. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Hope all goes well. Edited October 23, 2017 by MercyA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I hope your surgery goes well and that you have a quick and uncomplicated recovery! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2scouts Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Oh, I'm sorry and I'm definitely commiserating with you. I'm sitting here in a boot with a sprained/broken ankle and this is the second time for this ankle. The first time I had a baby and preschooler, so I really feel for you being there by yourself with young kids! I hope your surgery goes well and it heals and gets strong quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicMom Posted October 23, 2017 Author Share Posted October 23, 2017 So far I’ve just locked the toddler and I in the living room and tried not to see how bad the house looks. :(. Fortunately next week DH has taken time off work, so it will be easier. I just want to sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyoffive Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Oh I am so sorry. Sending some hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 ((((Hugs)))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I really just want someone to come bring chocolate and wine. Add me to those who wish I lived closer to bring you chocolate & wine... and dinner and a babysitter (myself) and perhaps a nice comedy movie for you to watch. Glad your guy is there for you after your surgery, but definitely don't worry about how bad the house looks between now and then. No one cares. Absolutely no one. Priorities only and those end with making sure all are fed (anything works) and safe. Hopefully the kids sleep well. You too. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innisfree Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I'm so sorry, that sounds awful. Hope someone comes through with wine, chocolate and help with the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: Popcorn and chips are acceptable kid meals for a few days and any messes can just be vacuumed up later!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I'm so sorry! I hope a friend bro go that chocolate and wine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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