Your Essential Hysterectomy Recovery Guide
After supporting women as a pelvic health physiotherapist for over 12 years, I’ve seen first-hand how unique every hysterectomy journey is. I’ve also seen how under-resourced and overwhelming the online space can feel when you’re trying to prepare for surgery or navigate those crucial first weeks of recovery.
That’s why I created this Hysterectomy Recovery Booklet – to give you clear, supportive, and easy-to-digest information you can trust. Designed to guide you before your surgery and support you through the first 6 weeks post-op, this booklet will help you feel informed, reassured, and confident about your recovery.
Inside, you’ll find:
✅ What to expect before and after surgery – explained in simple, friendly language, not medical jargon.
✅ Daily recovery guidance – gentle exercises, pelvic floor care, and walking plans to help you heal safely.
✅ Step-by-step 6-week progression – build strength gradually while protecting your pelvic health.
✅ Professional, evidence-based advice – created by a pelvic health physiotherapist who specialises in hysterectomy recovery.
This isn’t just a medical leaflet – it’s like having a pelvic health physio in your pocket, guiding you every step of the way. Whether you’re feeling anxious, unsure where to start, or just want to give yourself the best chance of a strong recovery, this guide is here to help you feel supported, empowered, and in control of your healing journey.
I get it – because I’ve been helping women like you for over 12 years
As a pelvic health physiotherapist, I’ve worked with hundreds of women recovering from hysterectomy. I’ve seen first-hand how different every woman’s journey is – and how frustrating it can be when the only advice you’re given is “don’t lift anything heavy” and “see how you feel in six weeks.”
The truth is, you deserve more than that.
You deserve clear, supportive, evidence-based guidance that helps you protect your pelvic floor, build back strength safely, and feel reassured every step of the way.
That’s why I created the Hysterectomy Recovery Booklet – to take the fear and guesswork out of recovery and replace it with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
What’s inside the Hysterectomy Recovery Booklet?
✅ Before Surgery: What You Need to Know
Simple, digestible information to help you prepare physically and mentally for your operation.
✅ Your Day-by-Day Post-Op Guide
Clear instructions on how to move safely, protect your scar, and manage symptoms in those crucial first days and weeks.
✅ Pelvic Floor Care
Daily, progressive exercises designed to protect and strengthen your pelvic floor – tailored for sitting, lying, and eventually standing.
✅ 6-Week Recovery Plan
A realistic, step-by-step plan to gradually rebuild strength and mobility, including daily walking targets and mobility tips – so you can feel confident you’re doing the right things at the right time.
✅ Evidence-Based, Expert Advice
Everything is based on current guidelines (RCOG & POGP) and over a decade of my clinical experience – explained in easy-to-understand language, not medical jargon.
Who is this for?
This guide is for you if you:
✔️ Are having (or have had) an abdominal, vaginal, or laparoscopic hysterectomy
✔️ Want to feel informed and empowered rather than fearful or confused
✔️ Prefer a gentle, gradual approach that respects your body and your individual recovery
✔️ Are ready to take an active role in your healing – without overdoing it or guessing what’s safe
Why does this matter so much?
Your hysterectomy is just one moment in your life – but how you recover now can affect your long-term health. Research shows:
- Pelvic floor symptoms (like leakage or prolapse) can develop after hysterectomy if the pelvic muscles are not supported early in recovery.
- Bone and muscle loss accelerates after surgery and hormonal changes – but gentle, progressive movement can protect your strength and independence for years to come.
- Your mental health matters too – movement is proven to reduce anxiety and improve mood after major surgery.
This guide is designed to help you recover not just for the next 6 weeks, but for the next stage of your life.