This reminds me of human behavior after surgery: first you feel physically bad and concentrate on just feeling better. You are glad it's over and went well. As the physical recovery advances your soul understand what happened and is afraid of everything that could have happened -your soul simply isn't synchronized with your body. For humans there is rehabilitation then - but for a kitty it is more difficult.

I think it is good if you give her daily some quality time without the bandages and the cone. Poor little Bassett -after such an ordeal the way to complete recovery is a tough one

And poor Naomi: I am sure that being the purrfect cat mom is sometimes quite tough for you too. {{{{Hugs}}}} for both of you.