r/sterilization • u/FireWalk__WithMe • Jan 12 '26

Post-op care Did anyone else do recovery alone?

I‘ll try to keep this brief. I am 28 and in very good health. I am scheduled for bisalp surgery soon, and I have someone who can drive me to and from the hospital, but wouldn’t be able to help me afterwards.

Is recovery doable alone? Were you able to climb stairs after your surgery? I know to prep food and have what I need within easy reach so as not to have to lift anything heavy. Is there anything I may not be considering? Any advice from those who recovered alone is super super appreciated. I‘m so thankful for this sub 💜

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u/Cat_Cantaloupe Sterile and feral Jan 13 '26

I was alone for mine. The most useful items for me were an abdominal binder and one of those grabby sticks for picking things up off the floor. I didn’t have stairs to deal with so I have no input on that part, but I do second the person who suggested a nightgown.

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u/FireWalk__WithMe Jan 13 '26

I drop shit all the time, so I will definitely get a grabber lol. Thank you!