Part III: Hysterectomy Recovery Tips & Pathology Results 

Editing to add: I had a total hysterectomy (uterus, cervix, and Fallopian tubes). Told ya I was all over the place in the video🤪

I just had a complete laparoscopic hysterectomy (uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries) and I had no pain or bleeding or constipation. I feel so grateful.

Clapping 👏🏼 for bowel movement is real! It is the hardest most painful part besides the trapped gas and nausea! I also cheered after my first bowel movement 🤣

What you went through 2 years ago represents my current day life! This is Day 3 post-op from my laparoscopic hysterectomy and I’m so glad that my lowest, “down in the dumps” emotions have been validated. The incision pain, the gas pains, THE CONSTIPATION… all of it has me in tears. I’m 53, was in menopause for 2 years and had developed uterine fibroids. I know that this was the best decision for my situation, but I have been second guessing this every second of the day for the past 72 hours. Thank you for taking the time to document this for the rest of us to hear and understand. Thank you for being so true, so honest and helpful. It reminds us that we’re not alone in this journey.

I can't believe they sent you straight home with no overnight stay. I also had to pee three times and each time they had to do an ultrasound to check how much liquid was still in my bladder. You did amazing to go home the very same day.

I can't thank you enough for your videos. I'm mentally preparing myself for my hysterectomy which is coming up in 2 months. I have these moments of just being emotional and ask myself why me? I've been suffering for a long time with fibroids, they've grown like crazy and I need relief. Even though it makes me sad from the thought, I know I'm making the right decision...I want my body back, I want my quality of life back. Thank you for being so transparent about your journey, it's helped me tremendously ❤

Life is so weird! I post menopausal bleeding (I am 70). So I had a D&C a month ago. After the procedure I had horrible gas and constipation and ended up with a UTI. The diagnosis was endometrial cancer. So I had a complete hysterectomy early Monday morning (Jan 16th) Upon waking up in recovery- no pain. Next day again no pain, only some occasional minor discomfort. I took one 600mg ibuprofen the 2nd night after surgery because I figured I still had some anesthetic in my system and that was why I was feeling so good. Third day no pain, but very tired and weak. Slept a lot. My doctor called me with wonderful news-- No sign of cancer outside my uterus!!! Took another nap. This morning, Thursday Jan19, I'm feeling great. All systems are go, I am having quite a few BMs, which I think is good. Bottom line-- Every hysterectomy is going to be different! My heart goes out to this beautiful young woman!

I’m so happy for you that you took the steps that you needed to to feel better. Wishing you continued success in your recovery - you’ve got this!!! 💪🏻

Thank you for taking the time to post this, and be candid and vulnerable. I am about to have one in a few days and have had a hard time finding anything but "it isn't that bad" or its like "cramping" videos. So, appreciate you just being real.

I am a breast cancer survivor myself and l am going under reconstruction surgeries now. I have all chemotherapy, Radiation, and immunotherapy. I like sincere you are. A lot of people don’t understand until they are in our feet. I just opened my own channel with my journey. Most videos are in English. I do have some videos in Spanish. You are very strong ❤

I'm sorry you're going through such emotional distress..am glad you're reaching out & getting help. I've been watching your and Catilyn's channel for awhile...I love it. I look forward to watching your videos. There are a couple channels that when I go to RU-vid I look immediately to see if there's a new video up and your guys channel is one of them. What a difference from 13 years to now. I had a hysterectomy in 2003 completely different. Had a prolaspe 15 years later...that was a nightmare.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart! This series has been the most helpful and informative that I have found. I truly appreciate how candid you have been about your journey and recovery. I have been anxiously awaiting your update on how your surgery went and I’m sure that this will be so beneficial for so many to watch. Sending you the best and brightest holiday wishes!

I am SO happy you are on the mend. You are actually a reason why I pushed for more then the birth control option for my symptoms from 3 different gyn’s. When you posted the video on your symptoms I checked off nearly every symptom also. I ✨finally ✨ found a gyn who is listening to me and took my pain serious. I go for my pre op appt on Thursday and get my laparoscopic surgery on jan 12 for endo. So thank you for sharing your story because it’s getting so many of us to push for the help and quality of life we deserve.

Hallelujah! I have searched all through the interwebs for someone to have at least 2 things similar to what I’ve been going through and you’ve just about named them all! I have felt so alone in this journey not to mention sick of hearing the majority of blogs and videos of others saying how great they felt, I really was beginning to think I was an anomaly. Thank you for putting it all out there. I feel a lot better knowing there was someone that went through what I’ve been dealing with these past 5 weeks.

You taught me so much! Your videos made me realize my surgeon didn’t prepare me at all. Not even a little. I learned so much from you, but the best take away is all the topics I had no idea were gonna be issues and therefore resulted in a million questions and convos I need to go back and have with my doctor. Thank you!!!!

I want to thank you 🙏🏽 so much. I just had my surgery and I’m 3 weeks out and I literally have been trying to get through. It’s nice to find your video that hits everything on the head with everything. Especially the mental health part. I am trying to figure out how to get through this process intact. It really is a roller coaster ride and the symptoms you mentioned omg are so relatable and not some BS (which I kept finding on some videos). So thank you for making this video. 🙏🏽💗

In recovery now and appreciating your willingness to share experience. At 74yo, this is a game changer. Day 5 post surgery and working the plan as you did. It is work but well worth it! Thanks go out to all those who support the process.

So glad you are on the upswing…it’s ok to morn the loss…it is a loss…everyone’s recovery is different and there is no right or wrong way…it’s your way. Cheers to a pain free new year🍾

Your videos are so informative. Thank you for being real. I’ve been so nervous about my upcoming hysterectomy and you’ve put some of my concerns at ease. I’m so glad i came across your videos.

It sounds like being prepared is very important. Your normal is your normal - we are all different! I love how you describe yourself, thank heavens for a sense of humor! In the future when you are better - for GI issues no pooping, I found this OTC called Seed - I learned about it from another RU-vidr and I started it over a month ago and I have been going twice a day no pain no cramping no gas - 1st time in my very long life that I am pooping like a normal person. ( I don't feel comfortable giving the other persons' name openly) Just found your videos a few days ago - but trying to watch them all. When I had my surgery in the dark ages - I felt as if I had been shot - worse pain ever and I had had 4 children. Be gentle with yourself.

Thank you so much for this video. I have gone thru the exact same pain, constipation pain and issues and most things that you have mentioned. Hearing you explain these things helps me, knowing that im not alone. Its such a tough time, physically and mentally. Thank you again :)

Ty for these videos! I love how honest and raw you are about your journey. Mine is next month and I am so excited for it! I love the fact that you showed us your baskets of thing for after surgery.

I can relate to EVERYTHING you mentioned, from severe menstrual pain pre-op, and the rollercoaster symptoms, emotions post-op. I am an ob- gynecologist myself, and underwent hysterectomy via laparotomy 8 days ago. Thank you for your openness, and being open-minded as well. I will keep in mind also, to tell my patients all the other ups and downs post-op.

It’s so refreshing to have someone be so candid about everything. Thank you for being so open and honest! ❤️

Thank you for sharing your story! I am 3 weeks out from my hysterectomy and i can relate . I am glag your recovering well!

I am 2 weeks post op from a TLH. I can’t tell you, how much I loved your video. Thank You, for being so open and honest. And Thank You, for saying my feelings are valid. I know, my recovery is going to be quite the journey. But it makes me feel better, knowing other women faced similar issues. Thank You again for your honesty. Hope you are doing great. Thank You

I have my surgery in 4 weeks. Even if recovery is awful… honestly dealing with all of this shit for years.. It can’t be much worse 🤷‍♀️ I’m in Awful pain half of the month like I have to have help just walking to the bathroom. And I’m EXHAUSTED every single day. I think most people who have to have this done have already been to the pits of hell. I’m expecting the worst and hoping for the best❤ Thanks for all the info

Oh my gosh. I’m so proud of you. It’s so important to talk about all of this for those women who are suffering in silence. Good for you Danielle to be so thorough and informative. Bless you sweetie. You are a very special woman. Please be gentle on yourself. Your surgery was major with a capital M. Love you sweet girl. Sending lots of love and hugs! ❤️🥰

I really admire how open and honest you have been throughout this. You can really tell that you're doing it to inform and encourage others. You were very right about how doctors don't tell you everything and how everyone has different experiences. I've never had this surgery, but I underwent 2 total knee replacements at 48 years old. With the first, doc told me it was easy surgery and recovery and within a year I would go for days without remembering I even had it. Bulls**t. When I had my 2nd surgery 5 months later, I wasn't as scared because I thought I knew what to expect--wrong. It was much more painful because they had to remove extra tissue. So each surgery can be totally different for the same person. Worst part is he knew my issues were being caused by rheumatoid arthritis but never told me that's what he suspected. I wasn't diagnosed until the following year. Glad you're doing so well. Best wishes for a happy Christmas!

I will be having a partial hysterectomy tomorrow. Your video was very informative and helpful. Thank you for sharing your story and honesty.

I have stage three endo as well it’s been a long hard journey . Pain everyday of my life . I had excision in 2020 and months later in horrible pain . I just got hysterectomy 7 days ago removed uterus cervix tubes and right ovary and ALOT of scar tissue . I’m praying this is all I needed and want my life back . I’m having anxiety over any little pain due to thinking it’s back and this won’t work . It’s like chill I’m only 7 days out! I definitely really needed this video. Every thing I see or read is all negative the one constant is hysterectomy isn’t a cure for endo! It didn’t work for me !!! It’s like lord this needs to work for me ! Thank you! I pray you continue on an upward climb and your life just keeps getting better! God bless !

I love how direct and clear you are.

OMG 😲! Thank you for your video, I went through the exact same thing Sam symptoms 😢 😭 and every thing! I had full hysterectomy on September 22nd 2022 I'm still trying to recover and I'm a care giver for my mom. It's hard. You have your good days and bad days. I pray for a full recovery for you. God bless!

I had a total hysterectomy 2 weeks ago and your videos helped me so much! That squatty potty is WONDROUS! I used a step stool not the actual squatty potty because I didnt see a use for the squatty potty once I was all better. Plus I put the step tools in all my bathrooms so $9 for each step stool instead of $30 was a better value for me. The step stool worked the same as the squatty potty. I LOVE IT! Thank You so much! Out of the tons of videos I watched your vid is the only one that mentioned the squatty potty... so helpful!

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm three weeks out from my hysterectomy and found your words both validating and comforting. Here's to brighter days ahead!

Haha, " God loves you best!" Danielle, you are doing all the things right to heal. We are so hard on ourselves! And, yes I really wish doctors would prepare us for the emotional feelings we have following a hysterectomy! Our mental health is so important. Especially after a surgery like this! As women, we are so STRONG!! You are amazing and look so great! 😘💜

It’ll be 5 weeks Mon since I had my Larascopic hysterectomy, I feel like u really expkained Wht I’m going through especially the constipation bc thts me after the surgery and now and a problem I had before it. The feeling down. This really is the best I’ve seen so far and helped a lot thank you so much

The part where you said your body used to crave rest and now you feel completely different. THAT is my hope in getting a hysterectomy soon. I can't wait to feel energy. I've complained to doctors all my life about having no energy and they would always say it was because I worked night shift. I can't wait for the ENDO to come out!!!

I had a full hysterectomy yesterday, and I'm not regretting it! I'm so tired and weak! I'm looking forward to my future! Thanks for sharing your story!

Hello came across your video when I needed it the most. My surgery was last month February 28 2023 here I am almost 3 weeks in still recovering. I had trouble passing gas and peeing It was horrible. Recently I went to my gynecologist she said everything is healing nicely I was hoping she would say I’d be able to hold my grandson but unfortunately I have to wait a few more weeks of course I cried in my car. I keep looking forward to living a better quality of life without pain. Emotional I’m a mess 😢 Thank you for sharing your story 😊

I had robot assisted hysterectomy two days ago. At home, feeling okay with no opioids. Im so lucky!

Thank you for this very honest and descriptive video. Finally!! Someone who says it all without holding back. I went to know everything. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

I am three days post radical hysterectomy. Any trepidation I had about this surgery has completely disappeared given what was found in pathology. Today I was informed that pathology found Stage 1 cervical and uterine cancer. It’s such a rare form of reproductive cancer that detecting it during routine annual screenings is nearly impossible. Usually, once it has reached the detectable level during a routine screening, it’s too late and usually stage 4 cancer. I went in expecting one diagnosis only to be told something far more frightening after pathology. While this isn’t an amazing experience physically, I am so grateful that there were clear margins around what was removed and I will probably never have to worry about any reproductive cancers after a year of in-depth testing. I think everyone was shocked at the diagnosis including the surgeon. I knew something wasn’t right and given my family history, a radical hysterectomy was the best course of preventative action for me (age 52 and mother of 7 adult children). Had I put this surgery off, as I am often want to do, I shudder to think what my body would have had to endure if I just let my symptoms go unchecked. Women may not know exactly what is wrong but they definitely are aware when something isn’t quite right with our body. Ladies, listen to your gut instincts. It can literally save your life as it has saved mine. PS….. I am also a Baltimore native… howdy neighbor. I’m glad you’re sharing your experience and progressing in a healthy way.😊

Thank you for sharing your story I will be having my surgery very soon. I was diagnosed with Adenomyosis. Everything you experience I have experienced now I can mentally prepare myself to what’s to come.

Really proud of you and its so kind of you to share your experience. By the way how are you so radiant and truly beautiful in every video!

Thank you for this video. I’m having a hysterectomy the end of May for fibroids. I appreciate you not sugarcoating what happens during recovery. I feel I’m more prepared now.

I have never had anything like this. My only surgery was a jaw surgery. My insides hurt listening to it. You're a brave lady my dear. Hoping you feel like a new woman asap

Had a Vaginal Hysterectomy (5) days ago . This video was very helpful. I have been feeling weird and tired ☝🏽 minute and Fantastic the next . This reassured me that this was normal. And yes, the Gas & Constipation is REAL !

Thank you, thank you. My mother in law is having her surgery this week, and I want to be helpful to her, my brother in law will not be! I am making a care package for her when she leaves the hospital, and plan on staying with her for a while. I feel better equipped to look after her now, and you have given me great tools to help her on her recovery. Good bless you and thank you again. Xx

Thank you so much! Really. I was recently diagnosed with adenomyosis, and after some research of my own, I’m realizing that it may have been brought on by my prolapse after having my son. I’m going back-and-forth with the idea of having a hysterectomy or the ablation procedure. Your series has been extremely helpful. Job well done! I hope you are back feeling like your normal self. You deserve it, you’ve been through a lot.❤️

I had endometrial precancer cells and had a hysterectomy with lymph node removal on 10/24. Am 62 years old. As a post menapausal person. I started having sudden heavy bleeding and clotting/cramping for 2 months daily until I could be worked into seeing my obgyn. Had a hysteroscopy and that’s when the cancer showed up. Saw an oncologist right away and had surgery asap. Had the hysterectomy with laparoscopy / robotic surgery and all went well. Had terrific gas pains afterwards with constipation for 2 weeks. It was horrible but it did get better with Miralax and stool softeners. My post op is next week. Hoping all is well. Thank you for recapping your experience to help others. Also saw the surgery on RU-vid last night. It was amazing and narrated by a wonderful Dr. Have been on short term disability from work and will return in December. Felt emotional after several days from surgery, but attributed that to not having hormones anymore. Last year I gad breast cancer surgery and just found out I cannot take HRT so oh well. Let the fun begin right ? 😢

I am supporting my wife through her recovery from her full hysterectomy, and I can't thank you enough for telling your story. The advice is awesome. The experiences are right on point with hers, so I feel good about the stage she is at. You are very clear, soft spoken, and straight to the point, so once again THANK YOU. The way you interact with the camera makes it feel like you are talking directly to me. I am so happy for you as you are progressing to full recovery. I see this was a year ago, so I am assuming that you are great...at least I hope so! Bless you and your family.

“Wow god loves you best.” Lol I love this reaction when people say “I had no pain.” This is exactly how I felt when people told me that Moh’s surgery was “no big deal” and then I found it to be the most traumatizing experience of my life. I have now come to terms with the fact that I’m either a big baby, or, as the nurse practitioner who was helping to stitch my nose up said as I was crying “Wow, you have like no pain tolerance. Do you think it’s because you’re a ginger?” Yeah, I’ll tell that to the people who created that hair color from the box I used. One thing I’ve realized is that a doctor or nurse can be great at their job in every other way, but if they say even one weird comment it can leave a bad taste in one’s mouth. I really appreciate your honest and open video about your hysterectomy experience. I’m prone to mood swings from PMDD, so I am now armed with the knowledge that I will probably have a very low mood swing after hysterectomy. And that is definitely something even OBGYNs don’t seem to address, for some reason - the connection between hormones and ladybits and mood. I feel far more informed now!

I have had issues with my cycle since I started when I was 16. Had trouble conceiving and had 2 miscarriages. I knew something was wrong and had to see 6 different ob/gyns to get some answers. They kept brushing things off. So finally at 45 yrs old was diagnosed with endometriosis, pcos. My mom had stage 4 ovarian cancer too. So finally 1 week ago I had a hysterectomy. Didn't imagine the pain I would be in. I had 2 c-sections with my boys. This pain was right up there with that. You helped me prepare for my surgery and I appreciate it. I go back to see my doctor in 2 days. I hope she doesn't check down there. 😮 Any advise you can give me now would be appreciated. Thank you!!

Amazing woman of love thank you, I felt everything you said, Iam in my recovery mode, but talking about it and know I'm not alone in this means alot. Thank you 😊love you for it. Blessings to you all who are going through this as well.

Danielle, I totally relate to your experience. I had a hysterectomy for all of the same reasons in 2018. I hope you are feeling completely well soon. Take care of yourself. I am now looking at pelvic surgery for prolapse probably my fault because I did not follow the rules. So make sure you don’t do stupid shit like me. Good luck and take care.

Thank you so much for posting this. I'm heading surgery in 4 weeks and this was very helpful. Wishing you all the best!

Day 4 post op here and haven't had any problems. For constipation, I kept food LIGHT drinking bone broth, mashed banana and apple sauce the first few days. I took Dulcolax stool softener, miralax osmotic laxative and senna laxative (one dose of each daily). I got a stool for my toilet which is excellent for positioning your colon to poop. Drank lots of water. No constipation here. I finally went on Day 3 and it was a breeze. The toilet stool is a must! For the shoulder pain, I completely avoided lying down. Whenever I reclined on the recliner too far back, that shoulder pain would come. So I slept propped up on blankets and pillows. I used thermal heat patches that last up to 16hrs on each shoulder for the little pain that did come through. I would say I was uncomfortable more than in pain. Your only way out is to go through it, so walk walk walk, pee even if it hurts. The more you do it, the less it hurts. Mantra: this is only temporary

Oh my. I definitely needed to hear this. My surgery is scheduled in the near future. I was not expecting all these things. Now I have a better idea of what to expect

Thank you so much for these three videos...I love your honesty about what hurts nd what doesn’t hurt. You have a great sense of humor!

Your eonderful, candid, no taboos video helped me (71, living in Amsterdam)do very much to deal with the aftermath of my hysterectomy (due to uterus cancer) a week ago. For the first time I was able to cry and to not feel alone and scared. The pain, especially because of the constipation, has been gruesome. But since today I feel like the very worst may have passes

Thank you for sharing your story. It has helped prepare me for my surgery upcoming on 6-20. I have never hear fibroid directed at me until today, but now there are answers for my crazy body. Again thanks for sharing your journey and all the tips that you shared also❤❤

Thanks for your informative video! I'm 5 days post op 😊 you're absolutely right; no 2 people will have the same experience ❤

Thank you for these helpful videos! I’m going to be taking care of my Mom soon & im trying to research everything she needs & I really appreciate it🙏🏻

Thanks for your helpful videos. I would like to make the point that not everyone’s experience of a hysterectomy is as painful as yours. I had keyhole surgery (total hysterectomy) 9 days ago and I have had no pain at all. Best wishes!

I am sooooo glad I found this/you. It helps so very much.

Thank you for sharing! I’m only 3 days post partial hysterectomy and I wish someone would have told me that I might be in pain afterwards even with the pain medicine. I truly wasn’t expecting it. Thank you for sharing!

Thank you so much. I am having a hysterectomy in 2 days. I needed somebody to by this honest!!

I’m currently at day 10 post op from my abdominal hysterectomy and clapping for your first poop is so relatable because same! I do have the urge to urinate all the time and then once I’m there it takes a while to come out and it doesn’t fully empty so I have to sit there for a second. The gas pain was terrible! Also my incision hurts so bad sometimes, especially in the evening. It feels heavy and like it’s pulling in every direction. This video was so helpful! I’m glad you’re on the mend!

Thank you for doing this video. I'm in the middle of making the decision to have this done or not, & I am completely freaked out. Good to know what to expect.

I just did mines hysterectomy a week ago and I am 43 a little bit of pain the first hours. I didn't get any emotional sadness like you. I was happy to get it done.

I am so truly grateful for all your tips and honesty. I will be having my hysterectomy in January.

Thank you for sharing! I’m one month away from having my surgery. I was diagnosed with Severe Endometriosis IV in 2015. At that time I had ablation done to remove the Endo from my uterus, bladder and bowel (which endometriosis attacked and twisted). It was pretty serious. I felt better for about a year and was placed on hormone therapy (birth control). Fast forward to 2017, my Endo returned with a vengeance and hit me hard! 2017-2020 I suffered in silence (crying at night). My abdomen hurt so much and so often that I couldn’t differentiate between GI pain and GYN problems. Most women suffer in silence and continue to hide in the dark shadows of pain. Do not be ashamed to talk about what and how you’re feeling. Endo is real! You’re feelings are real and the pain can be crippling. Talk to a healthcare professional and decide what is BEST for you. Sending everyone Light & love ❤️

Thank you for sharing! I am scheduled total hysterectomy surgery in 2 months. It would be a roller coaster ride but I am ready for this I guess. All this is so sudden but this will be the best decision. The past year is not a fun and easy journey! I am grateful listening your video.

Had a total hysterectomy with endometriosis and bladder sling today. Sooo thankful for your video. You are beautiful inside and out. Thanks for sharing and helping me feel comfortable and supported.

Thank you so much for your honesty, my surgery is in March but research ahead of time to get mentally ready I appreciate your video, I have watched many and yours was the most honest.

Thank you for sharing your experiences! I found this video to be very helpful explaining what to expect as my surgery date is fast approaching.

As somebody who tried for over 10 years to have children, I know I'm going to mentally be a disaster for a bit after my hysterectomy (cervix, uterus and f-tubes) in July for cervical AIS. But knowing I'm not alone in this helps. Hoping this gets everything and I'm cancer free after the biopsy. At least I have some amazing step-kiddos that I adore, guess this was just my path. Also, you look airbrushed. Girl, I hope I look this good 6 weeks in! :)

You're so right that recovery is not linear. I'm 3.5 weeks post-op from abdominal hysterectomy and it has been a huge challenge. I wouldn't recommend a squatty potty for abdominal hysterectomy, but I am glad it helped you. The constipation issues are real! Broths, water, tea, stool softeners and soft foods have been super helpful.

I’m in day 17 and how you described surgery and immediately after surgery was exactly how I felt. I am feeling a lot of your symptoms… this post is helpful in my recovery!! I had enlarged uterus and xl fibroid …Thanks for sharing!!!😊

Thank you for sharing your journey. Good info for those of us on this journey as well.

Thanks for the informative video, have got some great tips now for my surgery at the end of the month

12 days post surgery here. Found your video through pure desperation and emotional lows at not bouncing back like all the people I researched. The constipation and bowel issues have been the biggest hindrance to my recovery and I completely underestimated how much the gynae side would pale into insignificance from being continually aware of every bowel pain. Im still bleeding/spotting so I was v interested in your info on the vaginal cuff and feel braced for more intervention now. Thank you for an honest overview. Its really helped me to understand that Im really on the right track and that its okay to be tearful and feel “ungrateful” (best word I can find when I feel like I should be elated and relieved) when Im in the midsts of this. You’ve made me realise that 12 days is early days esp as I had a full abdominal incision and adhesions removed. Thank you. That was like a little pep talk from a friend ❤️

Recovering now, im relating to much of this! Magnesium citrate gummies, activia yogurt, and strong coffee got me "going" and heating pads and aleve/ibuprofen are my best friends right now. 😊

Thank you so much for this video! I am 5 weeks out from my hysterectomy surgery and you described probably 95% of what I went through also...I LITERALLY just yesterday told my husband yesterday that before surgery how exhausted I always was and was sleeping my life away and for the first time in years I feel like I want to start doing stuff again and I actually have the energy again. At my first post op appt going over my pathology report and seeing how large my fibroid was and confirming endometriosis and cysts just validated to me that I wasn't crazy or exaggerating how badly I had been feeling for so many years but couldn't explain it. So it felt like a win for me and I gladly took home the repot and pictures . Thank you again for your video and happy healing to us all 🥰❤️

My hysterectomy is scheduled next Friday. I’ve watched your videos to prep about 10 times. I’ve filled up a basket with all the items you listed and purchased the pillows for my couch. My Husband has been very patient and helpful even with all of my mood swings. I am thankful for him. My first surgery I did it all on my own and it was tough. Thank you for sharing all of your tips and your story. I really appreciate you 💗🙏🏼

I'm post-op 8 days. Girllllll, you tickledddddddd me so bad. I felt alot of what you said. ❤️❤️❤️

Excellent and honest.. My experience just like yours, thank you so much. Thought I was imagining the pain and discomfort. X🌹💋

Very helpful, I like how real you are in your video

Glad your hysterectomy is behind you! Thank you so much for sharing your journey with all of us here on RU-vid! It has helped me a lot! What kind of mascara are you wearing in this video? your makeup is amazing!

Thanks for sharing your story 😊 🙏 🙂 with us. I feel so identified with you, because I recently went through an hysterectomy as you. Blessings

Just had hysterectomy age 74 just viewed your video which I found so interesting thank you so much I am recovering so well. Into my. 5th week. Your video is tone of the best I have viewed Ruth. South Wales UK

Thank you for these videos. I am scheduled for hysterectomy next week. With a lot of the same diagnosis.

Insightful. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am 11 days post surgery. I can relate to almost all of this except I did not experience really any pain. I had a total (uterus, tubes, cervix) laproscopic hysterectomy and I felt very little pain and only took their pain medications the first 24 hours after surgery. HOWEVER, I had crawl out of your skin and completely unbearable anxiety for lack of a better word. It lasted for about 18 to 20 hours from when I woke up from anesthesia. It was the worst!! Couldn't lay still, couldn't stand up, couldn't rest, couldn't think it out. It was a miracle I could get up to go pee as everything seemed impossible. Weirdest thing ever. When that feeling subsided everything else has been a walk in the park!

This video was so helpful. I will be having my hysterectomy in two months. Thank you for telling your story.

This was so validating. I am almost two weeks out from a hysterectomy due to Grade 1 stage 1a Adenocarcinoma. We must be wired the same...I am allergic to NSAIDS, born constipated, and have had anxiety and occasional depressed mood though the process. Working with a Cancer Center specialist has been helpful. You are so open and honest. I highly appreciate your vulnerable authenticity. May God bless you. On a support group for Uterine cancer but your video was helpful also. Would have liked to know your name and what state you are in to not lose touch. I did subscribe to your channel.

I just found out yesterday that I'm going to be having a hysterectomy on August 30th, and this morning I watched all of your videos and honestly, they helped so much. My story is so similar to yours, I'm 31, and these issues have totally directed my life for years.

After YEARS of horrible period pain and constant bleeding I'm getting my hysterectomy next month (at 29 years old). Thank you so much for this miniseries. It brought me some comfort and eased some of my fears, as well as validated some of my feelings that I'm making the right decision. I've had some push back from some people that say I'm too young for this procedure. But if they had to go through this pain I think they would understand

Thanks for the info. BTW YOU ARE STUNNING!!

My hysterectomy is in 6 days and I'm nervous as hell. Finding this and your previous video is such a blessing. I hope you know how many women you are helping and will continue to help. Thank you so much for sharing ❤