32 Y/o Breast Fed 3 Kids Totaling 5-6 Years 145 Lbs 5 Ft 3 - Houston, TX

Today I went to my 4 week post-op appointment and I was cleared to run again and wear whatever bra I wanted. I'm so excited. Dr. Basu said that I was healing well, although I still have some upper pole swelling--could be due to the fact that I have been reorganizing my place and preparing to go to work. Speaking of which, I start work on Monday. I had to do a drug test last week and in doing so, I had to disclose the fact that I had a BA and took meds for that. That in turn required me to get a work release (even though I was released to work before I even started). Anyway, all is well and I am excited to start life anew with new boobs and a new career. I am a 34D according to Victoria's Secret and I look forward to getting something nice for V-day. My breasts still feel oddly sensitive and I feel like I require the support of the sports bras I own. I will stick to sports bras until VS has another cute tote with purchase deal. Until then, I need to focus on losing some weight-10-15 lbs. Agggh!

Today is post-op day 7 and I am hurting! I stopped taking my meds on a scheduled basis around day 4 and then have needed to take a valium in the evening after working throughout the day and feeling sore. Today I did too much and needed a norco and it still isn't cutting it. So, word to the wise, don't try to do do too much too soon! I felt bad that I needed pain medicine because I felt like everyone else was pretty much fine by this point, but I have learned on a first hand basis that everyone heals at a different rate. Anyway, despite all of that, my surgeon said that I'm healing great. I have to go back next week to remove my sutures and I need to wait 3-6 weeks to exercise (torture!), although after today, I understand exactly why I need to take it easy. I bought a bra that my surgeon recommended, Under Armour Armour Bra Protegee, and I am excited to wear it tomorrow. I bought a D! I have never bought a D in anything. Another awesome thing is that my clothes still fit me. I have a medium/juniors large size body and my tops, button ups included, still fit. That is because my bust now measures within the same realm as the rest of my body. I love that!

Yesterday I had my BA with Dr. Basu. I was nervous the night before about being intubated and totally of control of my body. I worried about how my kids would feel and how "out of it" I would feel afterwards. The list goes on. Anyway, I arrived for my appointment in Birkenstocks, studded VS skinny sweatpants, and a chambray top. We arrived at 10 as instructed and didn't begin pre-op until about 45 minutes later. The pre-op included changing into gown, TED hose, and slippers. They tried to start an IV on me about five times before it worked. I think it was hard for them because I was so dehydrated (oops!)-so ladies, drink lots of water the night before your surgery. Then Dr. Basu came in and put marks on my body for symmetry and "do not cross" lines. Then I went to the OR and the anesthesiologist gave me something and I was out. I remember waking to the voice of a nurse and I didn't feel ready to wake up. I was so exhausted. I tried to stay awake on the way home, but it was hard. I slept most of the day and took my meds as instructed. I had to get up to pee all night and it was a little bit difficult to do (if you have ever had a baby, you might know what I mean-I think it's the narcotics that make your bladder crazy. I slept in our bed with a lounge pillow and a liberator wedge (no judgements please) and I was very comfortable. I could have slept all day today, but instead my best nursing friend came over and chatted with me for most of the day. It is so nice to have friends like her. I am taking my meds every 5 hours, and eating light. I find that it is not difficult to life my arms. My chest feels tight and slightly painful. So far, I have been keeping up with my nausea medicine, but I haven't had any nausea yet (knock on wood). I'm still super tired, but I think I'll be ok for Christmas in 2 days-or at least pass for ok. I am trying to eat fiber rich foods, liquids, and probiotics for healing. I also plan on getting a bra since they have me in an ACE bandage. I can't wait.