Most donors will have mild to moderate pain post operatively, that is usually relieved by oral pain medications. Most patients feel they no longer need pain medications after 2 weeks or even sooner. Most donors can eat the first or second day after the operation. We recommend you don’t lift anything over 20 lbs for 6 weeks and avoid driving for 2 weeks. If you have children, you will need assistance for the first week you return from the hospital.