Happy 40th Birthday to ME!!!

Surgery was one week ago today. Still taking it easy - getting in lots of tv time. I haven't had any pain - mostly soreness/swelling in the underarm area. I still have drains in and am draining 30+cc of fluid. Was hoping to get them out b4 the wknd but will deal with them until my drain removal appt on Monday. I love the surgical bras that I ordered. My favorite is the Cream Marena (rec'd from hospital) (size 2xl) it is soft with a longer bodice so it doesn't lay on the incisions, black carefix "Alice" (size XL) is my 2nd favorite it is super super soft & #3 is a black Macom (GG-XL) not a fan of the fabric but really holds me together. I also put a cotton pad or soft gauze under the bodice, this helps with rubbing of the incision which can cause irritation/itchiness. It's nice to have a few to change out after u shower and give your body different type of compression. I am feeling very blessed with my experience so far and can only hope it continues on this way.

Had my post op appt this morning. Dr says everything looks absolutely fabulous and that they took almost 1200g from each breast. About 5lbs total. I can hardly believe it. I've been able to shower but I am mostly just laying low. I am Very sleepy from my meds but it's best to rest. I am taking 2 - 500mg Tylenols at noon & 6 and a 5mg Oxy at 3 & 9. Not in much pain (per se) just want to stay ahead of the game. The Oxy helps me sleep as it makes me very drowsy. Will post some pics, once I get off my bum. Hope everyone else is doing well.

All went well. Surgery lasted 5 1/2 hrs and the Dr. said they removed 1000g from each breast. Holy crap! Staying overnight - will give a fuller update in a day or so.