Sex After Hysterectomy
Women are being cleared for sex too early.
At 6 weeks, even if your sutures are healed, the tissue is at about 50% of normal strength.
In fact, sex is the most common cause of vaginal cuff tears.
Holiday Bladder
The holidays can be a tough time if you have had abdominal or pelvic surgery recently.
Heavy foods, alcohol, sugary snacks, and late nights can all throw off your system.
Rules For Exercise After Surgery
95% of people are not ready to just do whatever exercise at 6 weeks after surgery. Especially if exercise means a higher-intensity group class, running, or heavy lifting.
A Recipe For A Healthy Recovery
Recovering from a major surgery like a hysterectomy is a scary feat.
You do so much to get prepared for the early days, but when it comes to movement… it can feel so confusing.