25 Years Old! NO Kids. 30K - Grand Rapids, MI
VERY excited to say that I received the phone call...
I am super excited but also pretty scared. I've never had surgery for anything. I haven't broken a single bone, or needed to go to the hospital for much other than regular checkups. AND I have a panic disorder so I know that's going to be oodles of fun on surgery day.
Also, ladies, my surgeon doesn't use drains. Anyone here that went through this without drains want to explain to me how that works?
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Counting Down the Days....
25 days away from The Day. When I first heard about my approval I had excitement/anxiety through the roof but now that it's been a few weeks I'm not as agitated. And, knowing my brain, I'm going to continue to feel fine until a few days before and then the nerves are going to kick my ass. But as the days count down I keep looking down at my boobs and they just feel increasingly alien. They never felt like they belonged on my body and now I'm becoming more sensitive to their impact on my life. Now when I do things I'm thinking about how in the way they are for everything and I just want them gone, like, yesterday. There are so many activities that I'm itching to do, like jogging, and kickboxing, and rock wall climbing, that I couldn't feasibly entertain before. The biggest one is that I'll be able to walk into a store and buy a bra AND try it on
I'm also a bit worried about the 2 weeks following post op. I'm trying to come up with a game plan of things I'll need to do. I want to compile a list of all the important stuff I'll need. Do you guys have any absolute 'must haves' that you didn't think about until after? I'm also trying to decide on how I'm going to sleep. I have a young german shepherd puppy that will be just over 6 months at that time and I need to decide on the kind of chair I'll have to get. I'm looking at recliners, but also the sumo bean bags, chaise lounges, and even papasans. I'm not sure what might be the best, and if anyone has a good suggestion for out-of-the-bed sleeping options I'm all ears. :)
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I'm 21, 4"10, and a 34DD. I'm having a hard time getting my reduction covered by Kaiser...I opened an investigation case on Kaiser to find out why. I've filed many appeals and have been denied them all.
Still hopeful.
I'm super hopeful still.
Keep trying! It might be a lot of frustration and stress but it'll all be worth it if you're able to get this done :3
2 More Weeks!
Exactly 2 weeks until my marking appointment! The nerves are real. I wish I could get there faster because I hate the butterflies. Not to mention that it's been 90 degrees and humid here in Michigan so I'm not digging this boob sweat. I'm on my last bra and it's getting gross but I just need to hold out a little longer. I'm going to buy so many bras. I'll have one for each day of the month, I swear. I was in line at Walmart with my boyfriend and they had bathing suit pieces selling for $2.50 a piece. So a full set would be $5!!! I'm so excited to not have to pay $70+ on a swimsuit or bra again (except for when I want super cute VS lingerie ;D). I just know I'm going to end up going a little crazy once I'm able to finally fit in all the cute stuff. My current goal is to find an adorable bralette. I've wanted to get one of those since they came out but never thought I would be able to get one. I hope I'll be small enough to be able to. I've been walking through bra sections now and the thought that I'll actually be able to pick something out in person is so crazy. I'm so excited!
You just have to change your bandages . instead of using regular bandages my doctor asked me to pick up disposable nursing pads. They draw the damp/liquid away from your skin and I bought a box of 60 at Walmart for $10 (cdn). My doctor also wanted me to place these under my breasts (between skin & surgical bra) to keep the tape dry.
If you have any questions ask. :)
Drink lots of fluids and be prepared to have major headaches due to withdrawal from pain killers. Try sticking to Tylenol. I only took morphine for about the first 36hrs but am dealing with headaches that won't leave.
Try and find front closure surgical bras that have clips. If they are doing the anchor surgery you are going to be sensitive under the breast and being able to unhook the bottom clasp is a life saver.
Buy nursing pads instead of gauze. They are meant to soak up liquid and will keep your incisions dry.
If you are getting the additional lypo on the sides (under arms/back) which my surgeon recommend, it will be very bruised and make you feel like crap. But omg I can't get over how smooth my back looks. You will bloat. There is no way around this. Heating pad on my stomach relieves some of the pressure. Again drink a lot of fluids. Ask Doctor tons of questions and make sure you have tons of help.