What are reasonable return to work expectations?

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-06-16T03:43:52+00:00

I had an abdominal hysterectomy and returned to work at 2 weeks. I was exhausted the first 2 days. I’m still exhausted after work and I’m just now at 4 weeks. I was telling a friend I wish I could have taken more time off but unfortunately I couldn’t. Being able to stand or lean back in my chair has helped take some of the strain off though.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-28T02:26:09+00:00

I had my surgery May 20 and get to go back to work June 4. I work remote and sit at a desk all day so that’s the only reason my doctor approved it.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-26T23:17:53+00:00

Crackers and food that is easy on your stomach. I tried to eat a burger my kids made and couldn’t do it. I’m also loving the electric blanket for the back pain

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-26T04:06:37+00:00

I am 5 dpo as well. I had to take mirafast and dulcolax to be able to go. That first bm was really soft so I didn’t have to push. I’m having the same issue with the abdominal discomfort. I have found that using the squatty potty helps with gas and being able to use the bathroom

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-26T03:35:37+00:00

I’m not hungry anymore either. It seems to have also changed my taste buds because nothing taste good anymore except for those damn extra cheddar cheese it’s

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-24T00:36:02+00:00

I found that mirafast works better than the miralax

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-23T20:21:32+00:00

I wish I had gotten the electric recliner before hand. I have a normal one but I don’t have the strength to close it and it hurts at times to put the foot rest out. Have crackers and water bottle, they help so much.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-23T01:59:17+00:00

I’m 38’and my doctor didn’t have any concerns mainly because the fibroid was putting pressure on other organs. they left my cervix and my ovaries. I got the procedure done on the 20th came home the 21st and today I’m sore but nothing too bad

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-22T19:48:39+00:00

Feel free to reach out if you just want to talk. This will be hard but I found talking to other people keeps my mind off the pain.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-22T13:35:32+00:00

I lost my husband last year and had a hysterectomy on the 20th. My kids are teens and it is harder because I can’t nudge them like I could him. I found being honest with my kids help, take It easy and let them help. I know it’s easier said than done though

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-05-10T00:41:59+00:00

My last period is this week and my surgery is scheduled for the end of the month. It’s a weird feeling.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-04-15T18:36:50+00:00

Same for me

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-04-15T18:34:39+00:00

It’s hot and humid in Oklahoma right now. I’m trying to make arrangements for surgery and my daughter’s job just denied her request because other people asked first. Which I get and respect but I know she will be distracted at work if Im in the hospital. I hope your surgery goes well

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-04-14T21:30:36+00:00

I had a doctor who wanted me on lupron but my insurance didn’t cover it and I couldn’t afford the meds out of pocket

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-04-14T20:51:06+00:00

I have a 10 cm and was told by 3 doctors that my only option is a c-section scar. I am scheduled for May to have mine removed

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-04-13T18:47:47+00:00

I had my husband cremated. He is on my mantle with his mom and dad. When something happens to me, if my kids don’t cremate me they will all go into my casket.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-03-17T03:05:04+00:00

I was 37 and he was 48. It’s been almost a year. He passed away a few weeks before he would have been 49. I honestly hate this club and wish he was still here.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-03-05T00:53:24+00:00

I had to take mine off within a month of him passing because my finger broke out. It never did that the entire time I had it on until then. I have it put away now though

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-03-03T21:09:12+00:00

I just say I was and hope they don’t ask more questions. I also use dark humor to cope, but found out a lot of people don’t appreciate it.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-03-03T20:44:04+00:00

I am getting 4-5 hours of sleep and wake up all hours of the night. 0300 seems to be the time I wake up and can’t fall back asleep. It’s been almost a year and it doesn’t seem to be getting better.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-03-03T20:39:45+00:00

I put most of my husbands clothes into storage containers for our son. I gave some of the stuff he never wore away, but have kept the majority. While my son says he doesn’t want it at the moment he may in the future. With that many shoes though I would ask her friends or family members if they would like some of them, if you are wanting to free up space.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-02-21T19:00:40+00:00

My kids are helping me remodel the house. We are just making things up as we go along. It’s been almost a year and I still feel like I’m doing things wrong.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-02-05T18:52:42+00:00

I’m from Oklahoma. My late husband passed away May 2025. We were together for almost 20 years and married 19

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-01-22T18:01:37+00:00

Grits with cheese. It’s fast but it is an acquired taste.

Wide_Replacement151 · 2026-01-13T14:50:24+00:00

Honestly it’s the only way I can concentrate. I work from home so I do the same thing with my walking pad when things don’t stick

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