Related Titles

Pre-op, Herbs Do's and Dont's
Abdominal Hysterectomy: TAH recovery - day 13
Recovery - Abdominal Hysterectomy Versus Other Types of Hysterectomy
Exercises for Post-Op Hysterectomy Recovery?
Recovery - Preparing Your Room for Hysterectomy Recovery

HysterSisters Articles

Options to Hysterectomy
Pre-Op Hysterectomy
Post-Op Hysterectomy
Hormone and Menopause
Intimacy after Hysterectomy
Pelvic Floor
Fitness after Hysterectomy
GYN Cancer
Grief and Loss
Endometriosis
Uterine Fibroids
Hysterectomy Stories
Ask A Doctor

• Take short walks, slowly increasing in duration as your recovery permits…required!
• Drink lots of water and eat healthy foods….required!
• Watch DVDs and television programs
• Read
• Do crossword puzzles
• Do “light” crafts projects like needlework and scrapbooking
• Organize photo albums
• Talk on the phone to friends and relatives
• Chat online, shop online, investigate a new hobby or interest online
• Try out new computer software which has piqued your interest
• Play cards or board games with family and friends
• Do jigsaw puzzles
• Sit outside and enjoy the sunshine (wearing sunscreen, of course!)

• Vacuuming
• Pushing a shopping cart
• Housecleaning
• Lawn mowing
• Lifting anything over ten pounds, including small humans, large pets and laundry baskets!
• Visiting your place of employment, as they will think you are healed and will expect you to come back to work before your leave is up.

Related Titles

Recommended for Hysterectomy Recovery

The HysterSisters Store has gathered products made specifically for your recovery from surgery. Here are the best sellers we can recommend to help you:

• The Great Binder Set - We have made it very easy for you and combined the two best binders and the Silky Sac into a great set to save you money! Our favorite is the Perfect Pocket binder with cold/hot packs!
• Deluxe Hyst Prep Set - As you plan, we've gathered the best products into one set for special pricing.
• Post-Op Panty - These great panties speed recovery, and reduces scarring. They contain a medical-grade silicone panel over incision to reduce scar's apperance while they provide support to weakened muscles and tissues from surgery. Excellent!
• Softest Bra Ever - When you want to wear something, but feel nothing. This is the softest bra ever, in microfiber with no hardware or tags to chafe or dig! The comfort-ribbed underband stays in place gently, so it is perfect for sleeping and lounging.
• HysterSisters Accessory Kit - Are you a HysterSisters fan? This set has a fun collection of HysterSisters items.
• Very Private Moisture - Once your doctor gives you the green light for intimacy, this is the stuff! This is a best selling product with a high rate of permanent, satisfied, repeat customers! Relieves vaginal dryness instantly, protects tissue & enhances intimacy. "Buy it for the problem, use it for the pleasure."