L4,L5,S1 fusion in 2 weeks

On June 25th Im scheduled to have a fusion of L4, L5, and S1. I have no disc left between L5 and S1 (straight bone on bone), and my L4-L5 is badly herniated. I’m 42, in good shape (apart from my lower back) and I’m optimistic of the relief I’ve been assured this will bring. I’m curious as to what the recovery has been like for everyone else? I know it’s not the same for everyone, but what were some things for the recovery you didn’t expect or wished you knew before hand? Also do you have any hidden pro tips to make the recovery more bearable/less sucky, I’d love to hear about them.

I’m already prepared with 12weeks off of work, and I have done everything I can to prepare a support network for while I’m recovering (ie, help with my kids(4 and 7), grocery delivery, yard/house maintenance). I’m still trying to figure out the best place to sleep, whether that will be in an over sized recliner or in my usual bed. I’m also curious about when the post surgery pain subsides enough (usually) for me to get up and move around the house or sit comfortably in a computer chair or couch?

Thanks in advance for your time and stories/advice, and I’ll post about how it went in the other side!