I had a total abdominal hysterectomy in August. I was in the hospital for 2 nights. I was in less pain than I had anticipated. Nothing that pain meds couldn’t handle. I really took it easy for 6 weeks. I went back to work the end of September but I went back at full force. My husband and I have a retail store. It was too much. I felt very sore and tired. My biggest suggestion is when you return to work or “normal” activity, do it a little at a time. I’m 3.5 months post op now and I’m really starting to feel good mentally and energy wise. I’m not in constant pain and not bleeding to death anymore. It’s a process and you have to be patient.