After the Frozen Embryo Transfer, the doctor told me I was on "Princess Status" or "Coach Potato Status" to give the embryo a chance to implant. So basically, I got to hang out on the couch for a long time. (Either sitting or reclining) Other people would think this sounds awesome, but for me it was pretty difficult at first. It was hard to stay down. There was all this stuff I could be doing, but I had to stay put. I had books, movies, and Netflix. But that got boring.
For the first 72 hours, all I was allowed to do was pretty much go to the bathroom. It's hard to be humble enough to let someone else wait on you hand and foot. Especially because I'm used to being so independent. But I let my hubby take care of me, and I got through it. (Again, other people might love the idea, but I felt guilty for sitting there while he was doing everything.)
After the first 72 hour period, the restrictions eased up a little bit. And I could move around more, get a snack, but basically still had to take it easy. At that point, hubby had to go back to work, so it was a good thing I could get food for myself!
I also had some very sweet friends and family that came to visit to help make my week of being home-bound more bearable. I was very spoiled with visits, food, and gifts.
On Friday, my sister was the first to come visit and brought me a gift and a card that read "I hope this keeps you entertained for at least 20 minutes." And it was bubble wrap!! LOL. And yes, I did spend half a day popping the bubbles while I read or watched TV. It gave my hands something to do.
One of my best friends spent all of Saturday playing games with me. We set up a card table outside so I could get some fresh air. (I was allowed to sit) So they set it up, and I just sat there, and it was sooooo nice to be outside.
My sis-in-law brought me a milkshake and a Cafe Rio salad.
On Sunday, my co-worker brought me a goodie bag with treats and a My Little Pony coloring book. (This is so me!!)
On Sunday evening, my parents came to visit. And my best friend grilled my hubby and I a delicious dinner! (It was way better than anything I could have made, even if I was allowed to get up!!)
By Monday, I was feeling really stir-crazy. But one of my other dear friends called me (and we talked for an hour), then ended up bringing me a sub sandwich and rented me a Netflix movie. I felt much better after talking to her.
Tuesday, another friend came over and played games with me. We ordered pizza and watched Muppets.
Wednesday, I mainly read a book all day, and talked with my aunt.
Thursday, Devon's sister came to visit. Then that evening, a friend brought dinner over, showed me how to do Indexing (a project that helps people do family history), then we watched Big Bang Theory together.
Friday, I was officially done with modified bedrest. But I still took it easy. I'm on restricted physical activities. I'm not supposed to push/pull/pick up more than 15 lbs. (per my doctor)
So... now it's just a waiting game. But regardless of the outcome, I have to say how grateful I am to have such supportive and wonderful friends and family!!!! <3
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