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Can't wait to hit the gym.
And THAT is never a line I thought I'd write!! ;)
Really though. The days are colder here in Calgary all though we've been having a BEAUtiful fall. I'm only allowed to walk until 6 weeks. NO equipment until then---at all. No baths until then and only if nothing is leaking or 'oozing'. Super medical term there. lol.
I've been wearing my binder still during the day---but going braless and binderless at night. How weird it was in the first few days to not feel the security there when I shifted or moved... but now, it's like whip it off--woohoo... sleep time!
We removed 6 stitches that were lingering around my areola. They kept getting caught on my towels and bra and tugging. oi. Like anyone needs that!! So got the all clear and cleaned the area/tools with alcohol and snipped them out. One side of the loop under the knot, snip--and gently pull the rest of the loop out. Super easy---and they were literally healed over in half hour. So so ready to be gone!!!
Other than, everything is still looking good! I'm feeling swollen and bloated with the looming onset of my period. Y.a.y.
Has anyone else had hard lumps form (like an inner deep bruise? That you can't see?) in your lipo areas, and what do you/did you do to help those along?
I've been treating my scars (no tape or silicone strips) with a cream I've made. It's breaking up---which is the only way for me to describe the feeling of it when I run my hand over. When you get this surgery done, there is a super hard line of swelling under the incision site. About an inch and a half wide. Mine is starting to shrink under there, and gap in spots so all I can feel is the top incision. Even that too, is looking better than it was. Dark---but I know this will fade in time.
Really though. The days are colder here in Calgary all though we've been having a BEAUtiful fall. I'm only allowed to walk until 6 weeks. NO equipment until then---at all. No baths until then and only if nothing is leaking or 'oozing'. Super medical term there. lol.
I've been wearing my binder still during the day---but going braless and binderless at night. How weird it was in the first few days to not feel the security there when I shifted or moved... but now, it's like whip it off--woohoo... sleep time!
We removed 6 stitches that were lingering around my areola. They kept getting caught on my towels and bra and tugging. oi. Like anyone needs that!! So got the all clear and cleaned the area/tools with alcohol and snipped them out. One side of the loop under the knot, snip--and gently pull the rest of the loop out. Super easy---and they were literally healed over in half hour. So so ready to be gone!!!
Other than, everything is still looking good! I'm feeling swollen and bloated with the looming onset of my period. Y.a.y.
Has anyone else had hard lumps form (like an inner deep bruise? That you can't see?) in your lipo areas, and what do you/did you do to help those along?
I've been treating my scars (no tape or silicone strips) with a cream I've made. It's breaking up---which is the only way for me to describe the feeling of it when I run my hand over. When you get this surgery done, there is a super hard line of swelling under the incision site. About an inch and a half wide. Mine is starting to shrink under there, and gap in spots so all I can feel is the top incision. Even that too, is looking better than it was. Dark---but I know this will fade in time.
Three Great Weeks
Knock on wood.
Alls well so far! Healing is going well---definitely in the swell hell stage and I keep reminding myself that it just will get better and better each passing day.
I sometimes have to double binder it in the evening so there isn't s much pressure on my lower incision.
Which I think is looking pretty good for three weeks out?
Alls well so far! Healing is going well---definitely in the swell hell stage and I keep reminding myself that it just will get better and better each passing day.
I sometimes have to double binder it in the evening so there isn't s much pressure on my lower incision.
Which I think is looking pretty good for three weeks out?
Three weeks tomorrow!
I can't believe it's gone by so quickly. I'm doing better/more everyday. Simple things like being able to reach up and grab something...not such a big deal anymore. I'm definitely in swell hell!! My midsection feels thick and firm. I'm trying to enjoy each stage and let my body do its work.
One thing we did invest in was a recliner. We found one for a really really great deal on clearance at our local Sears. $200, which might seem like a lot but it's SO comfortable and matches the house well---and is also Canadian made with kiln dried hardwood. So I figure, it'll stand up well to the three boys--who've been giving it an extra special workout each day for me.
Anything new is soooo novel. lol.
Regular price it's $900. So I'm pretty happy with that deal :)
For sleeping, I've been so incredibly surprised how comfortable a recliner is. We have an amazing bed so I was scared that I wouldn't be able to sleep---hahahaaa---not a problem. It's like going to sleep in a marshmallow each night. Down comforter, smooshy pillow, lala-land! The main plus is that I don't try to roll onto my side like I was trying to do in bed :P
For the First three weeks I have to have three pillows to prop me up and two under my knees. For the 4th and 5th two pillows under my head and one under my knees and from the 6th- 7th weeks one and one. Then only One under my head. My scar is thin---what I can see emerging from the steri strips so I'm thinkin' that maybe this sleeping propped is helping? Who knows. But what he says, I do.
So far so good!!! I'll post 3 week pics tomorrow!!
One thing we did invest in was a recliner. We found one for a really really great deal on clearance at our local Sears. $200, which might seem like a lot but it's SO comfortable and matches the house well---and is also Canadian made with kiln dried hardwood. So I figure, it'll stand up well to the three boys--who've been giving it an extra special workout each day for me.
Anything new is soooo novel. lol.
Regular price it's $900. So I'm pretty happy with that deal :)
For sleeping, I've been so incredibly surprised how comfortable a recliner is. We have an amazing bed so I was scared that I wouldn't be able to sleep---hahahaaa---not a problem. It's like going to sleep in a marshmallow each night. Down comforter, smooshy pillow, lala-land! The main plus is that I don't try to roll onto my side like I was trying to do in bed :P
For the First three weeks I have to have three pillows to prop me up and two under my knees. For the 4th and 5th two pillows under my head and one under my knees and from the 6th- 7th weeks one and one. Then only One under my head. My scar is thin---what I can see emerging from the steri strips so I'm thinkin' that maybe this sleeping propped is helping? Who knows. But what he says, I do.
So far so good!!! I'll post 3 week pics tomorrow!!
Provider Review
Knowledgeable, skilled and professional. Dr De Haas is one of the trusted magicians behind breast reconstructions for Cancer survivors in Calgary; making much from very little. He is also adeptly familiar with tubular breast malformations and other difficult cases. Where other PS's struggle, De Haas's results are beautiful to behold. He is honest and if need be---desires to revisit his perfectionistic work over time (in clinic at no additional charge) to be certain outcomes give the best results possible. This talented experience, definitively elite skill set and ability to completely grasp a patients' vision----paired with an incredibly soft demeanour, dry sense of humour and solid common sense... makes for one incredible PS.