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endometriosis excision surgery | my must haves

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things I used and don't know what i'd do without this past excision surgery + more things i've discovered & that i'll use for my next surgery
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pain relief/ comfort

 
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I've been spoiled with the moist heat and i'll never go back
Thermorelief medical grade, moist heat heating pad
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there's magic in here I swear… code “endometriosisem” for 15% off
Somedays Cramp Cream - instant period pain reliever
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I didn't have this after my surgery but I WISH I DID!!! Relief that targets the lower abdomen, groin, lower back, and hips??. A GAME CHANGER Code" endometriosisem" for $10 off
REBRELIEF | heating pad diaper
 
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the recover ice and the salve are my absolute fav CBD topicals!! code: "Emma15" for 15% off
Pure Spectrum CBD
 
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i've been using healing rose from the start
Healing Rose CBD Salve
 
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for back, hip, leg, shoulder, neck & all of the pains except I don't usually use on my abdomen
Icy Hot Lidocaine Pain Relief Patch
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tight muscles? always. (you can find cheaper options online but you really do get what you pay for)
Hyperice Massage Gun
 
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I needed something under my knees to get comfy and this was nice and firm
Gaiam Yoga Bolster
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I like the clear version because the green version has unnecessary dyes
Biofreeze Professional Menthol Roll-On Gel
 
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I would check with your doctor after excision surgery because they way want you to wait a bit. the highest dose of CBD in a suppository I ever did see- my go to Code:ENDOMETRIOSISEM for 15% off
Octavia| Ease Please suppositories
 
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I didn't have this during my surgery but I wish I did!! i've slept with this every night since I got it!! so helpful as a hypermobile human
Hugl™ Cooling Body Pillow
 
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trust me on this one.. the shoulder & stomach pain from trapped gas is so real and this (+short little walks) helps!!
Gas-X | Fast Relief For Gas and Bloating
 
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and this! we want smooth moves after surgery (especially if you had endo on your colon/bowels/rectum) and the post op meds can cause constipation
Colace Regular Strength Stimulant-Free Stool Softener

mobility aids & accessibility

 
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the folding cane is a game changer because I can just throw it in my bag when I'm not using it
CVS Health Gel Grip Folding Cane
 
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so helpful for lower toilets. the handles are also helpful to keep you steady and get on and off the toilet
Steal Folding Frame Commode
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showering is always SUCH a task. Especially when you're healing from surgery. I ended up using my bedside commode in the shower but it got rusty so I recommend getting one of these. I prefer having a back & handles for support but you can find sm...
Shower Chair Seat | Medline
 
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light, easy to handle and CUTE rollator
ByAcre Carbon Ultralight Rollator – World's Lightest
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I actually borrowed my grammy's rollator while healing from surgery but I got myself this one recently at Walgreens
Rollator

clothes

comfort is KEY

 
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THESE are it… buttery soft and the perfect placement for my incisions
Aerie- Real Me Underwear
 
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so comfy and RELIABLE!! I use these off my period too because they're the best code: EMMA for 15% off
AWWA Period Care (my current fav period undies)
 
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the softest and most breathable pants I own. this brand gets it
Stars Above loungewear pants
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a must for long car rides & flights
BOMBAS| Everyday Compression Socks (15-20mmHg)
 
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this isn't the exact one I have because I've had mine for forever but they're still so similar
Aerie Crew Sweatshirt
 
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what I wore to the hospital on the day of surgery
Oversized Cozy Knit Loungewear Sweater Set
 
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another lounge set because look good feel good
Crewneck Crop Top with Wide Leg Pants Set
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heat on the go

for when you're bopping around and need heat
 
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hands down the best portable heating pad ever. definitely my most worn device code: “endometriosisem” for 10% off
Artemis portable heating pad | MyObi
 
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this is newer to me and it's a new fav for sure!! Code: Endometriosisem for 10% off
Apollo 2.0 portable heating pad, tens unit and red light therapy | MyObi
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portable heat patches!! they stick to the inside of your clothes & gives heat for hours
Spicey Heating Patches
 
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heated & bloat friendly shorts! it gives a good amount of heat on the pelvic & lower back!! I didn't have these during my excision surgery but I wish I did! (I use my Anker power bank with this to make them last a lot longer than the batter i...
Sundaze Heated Shorts

stretching

I didn't start stretching / doing much of anything until a few weeks post op. Listen to your body & don't push it!
 
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I use these every day for my back pain
Chirp Wheel+ 3-Pack
 
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I got these years after the original chirp wheels and OH MY the smallest neck tension & headache relief wheel is my favorite!! You can buy these separately, but I do like them all & use them for different reasons.
Chirp Wheel XR 3-Pack
 
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the yoga mat i'm currently using
Ewedoos Yoga Mat

toiletries

 
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durable & none of the bad stuff- I needed these the days following surgery and LOTS for my extra heavy post op period
100% organic cotton pads - Cora
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I use these in the br, for my makeup and for when you need a quick freshen up in bed
Honest Baby Wipes- Unscented & Compostable
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this is hands down my favorite deodorant ever. clean ingredients, smells soooo good and does its job all day long
Kopari-Aluminum Free Coconut Deodorant
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an easy in-bed freshen up
All-Natural Deodorant Wipes | EO Products

ambiance & vibes

because it might as well be a vibe if your going to be spending so much time inside
 
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flowers make my soul happy & lift the vibes of the environment where you're healing! I like to get mine locally or at trader joe's (hint hint at your friends and family)
flowers
 
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we spend so much time in bed so why not make it an enjoyable place to be? mood lighting makes a HUGE difference in the space and my mood
Sunset Lamp Projector
 
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my sissy made these and I love them so much!
"Endo Warrior" Candy Heart sticker + more
 
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this makes a noticeable difference for me!! it helps with smells & the dust it traps is concerning yet satisfying
Levoit Core® 300-P Air Purifier

entertainment

 
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watch shows with friends with teleparty:) this made long-distance binging more enjoyable
Netflix Watch Party | Teleparty | Watch Netflix Together
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if you haven't read this, I HIGHLY recommend
Vagina Problems by Lara Parker
 
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if you live in the U.S. you should be able to stream this from PBS if you're a member
Below the Belt Film
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because who doesn't like to color?!
Coloring Books

extras

 
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this was SO convenient as a bedside table that could slide in and out
Tribesigns Portable Desk
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use it in the house, in your car, when you're in public, honestly anytime you're sitting upright
Everlasting Comfort – Tailbone Cushion
 
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any water bottle with a STRAW
Water Bottle | yeti
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