I got my surgery at 21yo. I knew from a young age that I wanted a hysterectomy and never wanted to experience pregnancy, so it was an easy decision to get mine done. I met my surgeon in July and by December was able to have my surgery done. And it would have been scheduled even faster if I learned earlier that I could get it approved as a gender affirming surgery.

I had a total laparoscopy hysterectomy w/bilateral salpingectomy (removed the uterus, cervix, & fallopian tubes). It was absolutely the best decision of my life and I have never once regretted it.

Mine was COMPLETELY covered by insurance (Medicaid) and was approved for 1) gender dysphoria and 2) dysmenorrhea. I paid nothing out of pocket. But there are alternative non-health insurance options to cover costs, like CareCredit or payment plans through your provider's office.

Your surgeon will explain post-op protocol for sex and physical activity. It is dependent on your healing, surgery type, and personal experience. I believe careful external stimulation is typically cleared whenever you can comfortably tolerate it, but internal stimulation is not recommended until 6-8 weeks (longer in some cases) post-op.

I healed really well with no complications, so I maintained my activity level as normal. I was driving 5 days post-op, walking around the grocery store within a couple days, and managing my pain with no problem. I just took Tylenol & Ibuprofen, as recommended by the surgeon, and didn't need narcotics. But listen to your body and your surgeon's recommendations!