Never Waste A Good Hysterectomy

By Melanie Verwoerd

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Episodes: 13

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It is estimated that 1 out of every 5 women worldwide would have had a hysterectomy by the age of 55. Yet, there is far too often a cloak of silence around the procedure. In the year following my surgery, I decided to write a book about my journey under the title: “Never waste a good hysterectomy”. I joined a few support groups online, and it quickly became apparent that women were desperate for information about what was done to them and how to deal with the recovery process. So, the idea of this podcast was born. Never waste a hysterectomy: the podcast is aimed at women who have either had a hysterectomy or are thinking of one. It is meant to break the cycle of silence and shame women often experience around hysterectomies. It aims to inform and possibly also entertain. So please join me as I discuss with specialists and experts the confusing medical terminology, the physical and emotional recovery process and when to seek help. We also ask where our pelvic floor went and how to get our sexual groove back. There is even an episode for the partners of the women and how to be supportive. Above all, this podcast is there for you to know that you are not alone. It is a way of holding your hand through your journey so that you can remain strong and brave. Because all women deserve at least that.

Episode Date
Episode 12: For the partners
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 11: “Let’s talk sex baby” (part two – getting my groove back)
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 10 “Let’s talk sex baby” (part one – the physical recovery)
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 9: Hormone havoc
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 8: How to heal emotionally
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 7: To poop or not to poop… and where did my pelvic floor go?
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 6: The recovery period (part 2 – what is normal and when to call for help)
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 5: The recovery period (part 1 – the early days)
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 4: Anesthetic and pain relief
Feb 27, 2023
Episode 3: The anxious wait
Feb 27, 2023
Episode 2: You are doing what?
Feb 27, 2023
Episode 1: Why this podcast?
Feb 27, 2023
Never Waste A Good Hysterectomy: The Trailer
Feb 13, 2023