After 5 open heart surgeries, Elle is a pro. She shares tips for how to prepare, what to expect during it, and the best ways to recover.

How do you make sure you've got the right people on your medical team?

How do you prepare psychologically?

How can you manage the impact on work or study?

What's it like waking up after surgery?

What does pubic hair have to do with any of this?

Elle and Sam answer these questions and more!

For more information and tips, check out Elle's Ultimate Surgery Success Guide.

HEARTKIDS
From The Heart is brought to you by HeartKids, the only national not-for-profit solely focused on supporting and advocating for people affected by congenital and childhood heart disease. For support, information or guidance on your CHD journey, call the HeartKids Helpline on 1800 432 785 or visit the website at https://www.heartkids.org.au

LINKS
Read Elle's blog: https://www.heartkids.org.au/news/2/open-heart-surgery-tips-tricks-from-a-pro
Watch host Sam's video: https://youtu.be/qXH9mF9CynM

CREDITS
Host: Sam Stolberg
Guest: Elle Pendrick
Producer: Isobel Pritchard-Davies