Mommy Runs It

Spinal Fusion FAQ: How Soon After Surgery Can I Travel?

February 28, 2020 By Sharon Wilhelm 16 Comments

Traveling after a spinal fusion can be challenging, but it can be done! I’m sharing some of my favorite post-op travel experiences, including some of the obstacles and when it started to get easier.

Spinal Fusion FAQ Update: What Is the Average Recovery Time?

January 12, 2020 By Sharon Wilhelm 22 Comments

The spinal fusion community weighs on on how long it took to feel “normal” after surgery. This is an update to a previous FAQ: “What is the Average Spinal Fusion Recovery Time?”

Finally (A Long December)

December 29, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm 4 Comments

An update about what the Mommy Runs It team has been up to for the last few months…including more surgery.

Fall Product Round Up: Refresh + Recharge Your Healthy Living Goals

September 27, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm Leave a Comment

Refresh + recharge your healthy living goals this fall! This product round up includes items from AfterShokz, GenoPalate, Heritage Store, Manitoba Harvest, and SHEFIT.

Spinal Fusion FAQ: What Was Your Experience with Pain Medication/Management Like After Your Surgery?

August 27, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm 27 Comments

Spinal Fusion FAQ: my experience with pain medication after my spinal fusion, including tips for post-op pain management.

Spinal Fusion FAQ: Why Am I So Tired, and Is It Normal?

July 2, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm 60 Comments

Spinal Fusion FAQ: I’m often asked about post-op exhaustion. Is it normal to feel this tired? When will my energy return?

OOlala Sandal Review: #FeelTheOO with OOFOS

June 6, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm Leave a Comment

OOFOS Sandals are designed for running recovery, but they’re great for spinal fusion recovery too! Find out why.

Life After Spinal Fusion: I Went Skiing at 3 Years Post-Op!

April 28, 2019 By Sharon Wilhelm 2 Comments

It’s been almost 3 years since my lumbar fusion, and last month I went skiing! Recovery is possible, and life after spinal fusion can be really great.