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    Sad Dancing after an abortion?

    No judgment, please. It was the right decision and while I am not happy about it I would not change a thing.

    I had an abortion six days ago and haven't been able to work since (dancing or camming) because I'm still bleeding and can't use tampons for a week to two weeks after the procedure. I'm also self-conscious because I've bloated up a bit on top of the little bit of baby belly I had going and I can't work out for two more days and even then I have to take it carefully. There are plenty of girls who look hella worse than I do but I've always prided myself on putting a lot of effort into my appearance by eating well and working out so the idea of going into work knowing that I still look two months pregnant is kind of fucking with me. I can do it, but my money is going to hurt because my self-confidence is at a major low right now. Plus I'm super emotional because of the hormonal stuff so I'm going to have to be very careful not to cry or anything.

    My boyfriend is willing to help me out but the fact is I need to get back to work as soon as I can. Season is starting to hit and I have some major bills coming up that I want to take care of ASAP, plus the boyfriend's birthday is next month and I want to spoil him for being so wonderful. I guess I'm just wondering if anyone else has been through this? How long were you out of work? How long did it take you to lose your baby weight? And how long did it take for all these goofy preggo hormones to get out of your system? Because good lord, I cry at the drop of a hat and I am NOT the kind of girl who cries easily.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    I've never been through it but one of the girls at my club just did she took a week and a half off and then was back at the club.

    whenever I need MAJOR cash I take a few sleeping pills after work and just work every single day. drink a ton of water so your muscles don't get sore from dancing and take vitamins. you'll feel great

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    It may take a couple of weeks to get back to normal. I would honestly wait until the bleeding has gone down, and you can use tampons again. Just take a break and relax...you deserve it.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    aww... hang in there. Give your body a little rest.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    I'd wait a few weeks. I knew a girl who had a miscarriage and she waited over a month to come back because of the heavy bleeding. I would be careful because you are still recovering. From what I understand the body treats abortions the same way as a birth and so it will take time for everything to get back to normal.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    Go back when you feel ready. I had an abortion a few months ago and NEEDED to work. I went back after three days. I used tampons. Unscented or organic ones might be better. Just change them often. They only reason they say to not wear them is if your cervix hasn't closed yet. Your body does treat abortions like birth, but you weren't pregnant for nine months. You sound like you are doing well. Times likes these are when we wish we worked at Wal-Mart. Take it easy and I hope you are ok.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    I dont have anything intelligent to say. I just wanted to say *hugs*. And there are more important things in life then bills. Most companies will give an extension if you just ring up and ask so take the time you need now to regroup.

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    Default Re: Dancing after an abortion?

    If I remember correctly, my body started to feel normal again after about 2 weeks. I had my abortion at 10 weeks; if you had to wait further into your pregnancy to terminate it you'll probably take longer to heal. Yes it's annoying to wait for your cervix to close, but exercising before you should will just make it take longer. Please take it easy a little longer. You'll feel like yourself again soon. Best of luck.

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