Lisa- I haven't had surgery yet, but I was in the hospital (unexpectantly) last year for 16 days and it was TERRIBLE. I had a 5 year old son and a 15 month old son at home and was pregnant with twins and went into labor at 28 wks. I cried everyday..I missed them so much. The babies came at 30 wks, and even though I was sad to leave them in the nicu, I was so happy to finally be home with my other two! They were SO happy to see me! I'll keep you in my prayers..Hope you get to go home soon!