Nourishing The Mother

In this deeply personal solo episode, Julie responds to listener questions about her hysterectomy experience four years after surgery. From the realities of recovery and unexpected complications to the impact on sex, orgasm, identity, and womanhood, she shares the parts few people talk about openly. This is a candid conversation about what she gained, what she lost, what surprised her most, and why she would still make the same decision again. Fair warning: there is plenty of TMI in this episode - including discussions about vaginas, orgasms, catheters, numbness, butt pain, and all the messy, human realities of healing.In this episode, Julie discusses:- Why she ultimately chose hysterectomy after 17 years of prolapse and adenomyosis- The years-long decision-making process leading up to surgery- The unexpected emotional impact of community criticism and losing friendships- What happened when her urethra stopped functioning after surgery- Why self-catheterisation became a surprisingly empowering experience- The