Hysterectomy Must-Haves that helped me recover as comfortably and as fast as possible.
This easy to use band gives you the security and compression you need after surgery. Help you get around and also get comfortable when laying in bed watching tv.
Post surgery Belly Band
Any large heating pad to cover your belly will bring pain relief. You can always switch it to shoulders or back if you are also getting crampy from laying around.
Heating Pads
Odele products are affordable and easy to use. Try this dry shampoo for after surgery to stay fresh without having to wash your hair.
Dry Shampoo
Keep water or any beverage at your bedside with these insulated water bottles. Keeps drinks cold for long periods of time. Stay hydrated!
Insulated & Stainless Steel Water Bottles
This hysterectomy pillow will help put a little pressure on your abdomen, especially when you cough or sneeze to feel comfortable. Also helps when riding in the car, so don't forget it for post-op!
MOYOAMA Hysterectomy Pillow Post Surgery for ...
Use scar cream to minimize the appearance of incision sites. Make sure to follow doctor recommendations and use after wound is fully healed and closed.
Mederma Scar Cream in Mederma(2)
Loose and comfy nightgowns are a must. Get several so you can have a fresh one everyday. Skip anything with a waistband or that's tight or scratchy.
Casual Nights: Nightgowns
Use slipper socks with grippers to make sure you stay safe when heading to the bathroom, especially if taking pain medications.
Slipper Socks With Grippers
Go ahead and get onboard with stool softeners as soon as you can after surgery. You will need some help not to strain and get things moving after surgery, especially if using pain medications.
Abdominal surgery usually entails the surgeon blowing a large amount of air in your body to assist in viewing things inside. This can cause a lot of pain and bloat after surgery. Grab GasX and use as directed.
Gas X
These easy to use and comfortable briefs can help if you are having any bleeding or discharge after surgery.
The Super Absorbent. Super Comfortable. Super Safe. ...
Things to Watch on TV: create a list of shows and movies you've been wanting to watch and binge!
The 10 Best Movies of 2025 (So Far)
Coloring books for adults can give you an easy and entertaining break from the TV or books.
Adult Coloring Books - Hardback Covers | Spiral Binding | Artist Paper - ColorIt
After the prescriptions are out, you will want to still provide some relief. Grab Extra Strength Tylenol.
Extra Strength TYLENOL® for Headache, Pain & Fever Relief
Alternating from heat to ice can bring relief. Try a reusable icepack.
Ice Packs in First Aid
Alternate Tylenol and Motrin according to your doctor's recommendations to provide pain relief.
