The Hip Chronicles--Episode #1 Before the New Hips

Episode 1: Before the New Hip – Hopes, Fears, and Weird Reactions

Welcome to the very first episode of The Hip Chronicles — where I’m documenting my journey through hip replacement surgery with honesty, humor, and a whole lot of curiosity.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• Why I decided to start this series (hint: it’s not just about the hip)
• What it feels like to face major surgery for the first time
• My biggest hopes and my very real fears
• The surprising, hilarious, and sometimes unhelpful things people say when you tell them you're getting a new hip
• What I’m doing to feel empowered instead of overwhelmed

Whether you’re facing surgery, recovering from one, or supporting someone who is — I hope this episode helps you feel less alone and more seen.

🪴 Spoiler alert: Someone told me my legs would be different lengths. Let’s talk about that.

👋 Want to share your story or ask a question?

I’d love to hear from you! Reach out to me on my website https://www.shareyogawithmj.com/

🎵 Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes, including:

• An interview with a friend who recently had a new hip installed!
• Pre-op prep (aka: paperwork, tests, and mild panic)
• What surgery day and the first days after were really like

Thanks for listening.  Let’s keep moving forward, together.