Well at first I only walked for 10 mins a day as I couldn't stand for long then I increased as the weeks went on till I went back to work
I was taking my dogs for short walks from day 1 out of hospital (15 mins or so) there is a private copse at the back of my house which I am allowed to use, I hate being cooped up, I was back to walking them properly at around 6 weeks (2 hours a day, half in morning half in afternoon) though I found it a bit difficult and tummy would complain bitterly, I hasten to add here that they weren't on leads so no fear of them pulling me, I wore light tummy support to help as well.
That's good then that's what I did after a week as the first week I was in too much pain
As we were often told...there is only one chance at the best recovery...,the first few weeks and months..,take it easy....It drove me up the wall too, but am hoping to reap the benefits and not do myself mischief. It has been hard. The run up to getting the op and having to cope was bad enough/long enough, so would be silly to undo the work through impatience...mine or anyone elses's. Thankfully family have been amazing. Must be hard with very physical farm life, but you need to take this time Elaine.
I love my slow cooker, so once the meals (from friends) ran out, 'ole trusty' became our best friend...could sit and peel the veg...but got the family to seal off any meat and pop in/take out the cooker (too heavy), and was easy enough to direct finishing off.. Unfortunately I am having probs and poss facing more surgery-had lot of other work done besides LAVH BSO, (major, major adhesiology), and now have an obstruction or adhesions reforming causing probs, so still need family's help 5 months on. Swelly belly club member too lol...esp when overdone it. Try to walk our little dog daily if I can now, to build up stamina. Just have to listen to your body in this time....and follow recommendations for best recovery possible. No other way round it. Xx
Thanks Karen, sorry you have to have more surgery! I have driven my car today - just a short journey to my daughters farm (plus its an auto) and back. All felt ok but must say the seat belt across tummy let me know it was there! I feel so good at the moment - I think this is the problem - as there is no restriction on me..... I have to stop and think!
Yes I drive an automatic too...a lot easier than hubby's shift stick...that was such hard work... I wore a pillow, then a folded towel for months, under the seatbelt, to keep pressure off 
It is so easy to overdo it. Take care. X
Thats what I had in my car seat a cushion
I still carry one for longer journeys and when I know going to be in uncomfortable chairs for a while! Never mind bag lady, I am the 'pillow-lady' I think..lol
Don't blame you x