Best Wishes to our November 20 Princesses

Wishing you better health and best outcome for your hysterectomy to our members with upcoming surgeries! We will see in you the Recovering from Hysterectomy (Post-op) Forum when you are home and recovering from your hysterectomy:

acs5, Boji2290, geniece, Dikali, Tabenton, Legacy2be, blueandyellow, Ckgncrzy, renees21, Labain, 39Grace, Rhondavous, CdBlu, FightingEndo, kellynunya, RedRussian, tharp39, purplediamond, jkjchs, Jill_C, HappyHelen35, Katie1195, bubblegum328, Karinamberin, AJ1965, Teppie77, Chloechlo, MrsQuess, Cindaronda, italore, ReeRee31, lizard733, Urogynocology, tmfolsom, Lauraeverley, trinaleB, londoninlove, kc13, Lmhms, Modafit, GinnieBean, dcooke, taya278, lyfeworthliving, Goddesstogoddes, TinasEden84, frothulhu, Kathudson, yolane77, 1qtpie2u, air93, Baglkeene, johnniemead, Kays1976, Mary Poppins123

Don't forget to pamper the princess and take care of yourself!



Note: We've created a thread for you in the Recovering from Hysterectomy forum based on your hysterectomy date for you to update your progress. However, if you have a question or need for support, be sure and post your own thread to receive support replies.

Another important note: Be a part of our circle of support! Please plan to return to the pre-op forum to answer questions for our pre-op sisters! The pre-op gals need your experience to help them as they plan for their upcoming surgery.

Once you are home and settled back in, consider upgrading your membership. Learn more about it here: Upgrade Information

Look at all those names up there. Thinking of you all and wishing you peaceful moments up until your surgery. I can hardly believer that the date is almost here!!!

As you prepare to go to the hospital for your surgery, I wanted to send you and best wishes for your surgery and recovery.

((sugarandspice) and I will be joining you in the Post Op Forum in the weekly Recovery Progress thread for those having surgery November 17-23. We will be there to support and encourage you and let you know that you are not alone in this journey.

As you are preparing your “special place” for recovery, here are a few items that many have found helpful.

-- Gas X
-- Stool softener (your doctor may suggest a specific one)
-- Wipes (gentle, non-alcoholic – more soothing than tissue)
-- Heating pad (helps to ease the pain)
-- Pillow for tummy support (especially if you cough, sneeze, or laugh)
-- Note pad & Pen (to help you keep track of your meds)

It is normal to have questions and be nervous. We will be by your side each step of the way. Try to sit back and relax and have a little “you” time. (bubble bath, chatting with friends, go out for coffee , take in a movie) Make a list of those last minute things you want to get done and won’t be able to do after surgery: last minute cleaning, grocery shopping, making meals and freezing them, having a special time with you family and loved ones.

Remember to pamper the princess.

I will see you on the other side.

I am sending you and best wishes for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery as you head off to the hospital.

((bkfranke)) and myself will be joining you in the Post Op Forum in the weekly Recovery Progress thread for members having surgery between November 17-23. We will be there to offer support and encouragement on your recovery journey. Look for it at the top of the Post-Op Forum after your surgery.

Here are a couple of links you may find helpful:
How can my family best support me? Mr. Hystersisters
What do all these abbreviations mean? Abbreviations

Deep breaths, you can do this! Remember rule number 1 is to "Pamper the Princess"!