Surgery a Success!!

I haven't posted in a while because it's been a rough few days. I had another gallbladder attack on the 13th and 14th. It was pretty bad. I was really hoping that the attacks were gone because my last one before this was back in March.

I had to go to the ER. The doctors said that surgery to remove my gallbladder would be the best option. Of course, there were many risks, considering that I am pregnant. My family, friends, and I were super nervous, but all had positive thoughts, wishes, and prayers. It was a laparoscopic procedure, so here I am, 3 incisions (belly button, upper abdomen, & upper right abdomen), 5 days after surgery but I feel like I can finally be up and about.

Anyway, my surgery did go very smoothly, thank God. I am at home and recovering well. The baby is doing well. I'm no longer taking the Tylenol with codeine, because I feel a lot better, plus I don't want Caleb to be dependent on the drugs. I did have some leftover gallstones stuck in the bile duct, but the doctors couldn't do anything for that but let those pass. (They believed those were small enough to do so.) I feel like they have finally passed, hopefully. The tightness in my chest and back are gone. I am very glad I had the surgery, and I am very glad that the baby is fine. I was so nervous about the surgery, more for Caleb though. I also know it's early, but I haven't had any side effects yet. That may change as I add more foods back in, but for now I'm loving it.

I just feel so blessed, especially this past week. I thank the Lord for my husband, family, and friends, for being there for me, not only during moments like this, but every single day! My husband has taken such good care of me the few days I was in the hospital, and recovering at home. My family and friends have been texting me, asking me how I'm doing. They live hundreds of miles away and they're still here for me! My friends even sent flowers to me in the hospital after my surgery, it was such a sweet and thoughtful surprise. I really didn't expect that at all. Just so many things I'm thankful for. Now all I'm hoping for is the rest of this pregnancy to go well with no more complications! I can tell he's growing everyday, I love feeling him kick and move around!

Love,
Tiare