My Sx Journey To A New Me.

So I have researched different sources regarding removing birth control before sx. I have spoken to some women who are postop, to doctors directly and even presented the question "How soon before surgery should I remove my iud?" I have received answers supporting taking it out and also leaving it in. Some doctors believe it doesn't pose any major threat while others believe it can increase your chances of developing blood clots. And I'm sure most of us know that excessive blood clotting can become fatal ultimately leading to serious complications such as death. I know that is really worst case scenario but I have read of women experiencing fatal consequences as a result of blood clotting so I have decided to aire on the side of caution for my own peace of mind. For me its just one less thing to worry about. In addition, I have also experienced excessive bleeding during menstrual cycles causing me to lose a lot of blood and being slightly anemic. Going through this journey it is extremely important to be as healthy as possible and to have your hemoglobin levels high to prevent complications. As you can't have surgery unless your hemoglobin is at least a 12. I'm very happy with my decision and my body is adjusting to not having a foreign object in it and I'm feeling great about that. I'm just a little nervous about getting pregnant so now well need to use condoms religiously until I get back on birth control. A week after my doctors appointment to remove my iud I had blood work done to see where my hemoglobin levels are. Keep in mind it was the day after my menstrual cycle so its probably at its lowest. I made sure I went after my cycle so I could compare my lowest and document it. I have another doctors appointment next week so I'll know what my levels are and I'll post them.

Since I started this blog and journey I've really noticed how messy, negative, selfish, clickie, divided and unsupportive women can be in regards to one another. It really disgusts me. There's no love or sisterhood only attitudes of what can you do for me, and who's popular because I want to sit with them. It's discouraging to see adult women behave this way. You ask them for insight on their experiences or for answers to questions they have and they ignore you because it doesn't benefit them. Although they too were once in your position seeking knowledge about a particular subject. Keep in mind I not only speak for myself but also lots of women who have shared with me they experienced the same things. As women we are powerful beyond belief so just imagine what we could accomplish if we all band together, showed one another compassion, respect and common courtesy. I've decided to document my journey regardless if any; likes, comments, high fives or Amens it. I'm doing it to help someone else who may need the guidance I too needed at some point. Just remember moral support doesn't cost you anything but you may gain more than you gave. Karma is real because the bible says that you will reap what you sow. If you sow good seeds you'll reap a fruitful harvest of those good seeds and if you sow nothing or negativity that's what you'll receive in return.

I really want to start making my list of supplies I'll need after surgery. If anyone already had their surgery and has a list prepared please send it to me. Thanks girlies.