Almost 6 months Post Op!!! - Plainfield, IL
I have been large chested since the beginning of...
I have been large chested since the beginning of puberty. During high school it didn't seem so bad, then in college I realized that they were such a pain (pun intended!) I got marred and had children soon after college so I just dealt with them because I figured I didn't really have time to take out time for me. My children are now almost 8 and 6 and I finally feel ready. I consulted with my PS in September and found out that insurance would cover it about 2 weeks later! I was elated!! I was shocked that they were covering it, but I am very large chested and have documented back issues. My surgery is scheduled for January 7, 2013 and I am soooooo excited! I would have done it earlier but I wanted to loose some weight first and get some medication changes that I needed to do prior to doing this surgery (I have multiple sclerosis so that is another thing that made me hesitant about surgery). I have my medication changes that I needed to do done and I have lost 35 pounds so far, hoping to have 50 gone prior to surgery. Figured I could loose some of my breasts myself then that way the PS could take from the excess that I couldn't loose!!
I have been looking on this website for the last 2 months and have so humbled by how you all share your stories and pictures! I have been truly amazed by how brave you all are! I am very nervous about having the surgery, not really of any pain, but more of having healing problems after. Also I'm scared that my nipples are going to be completely uneven or way too high or something crazy like that. I am sure that all of these thoughts are normal?!? A month ago I was thinking that I didn't care about any of that because all I want is the relief of back pain from them, but now I am starting to think about all of the "material" things! I mean I am still a women and I do want my hubby to still find my breasts attractive! He keeps telling me that 1. they will look fine and 2. even if they do get botched that he will always find me attractive! That is reassuring, but I am still nervous!
Any one else have a similar thought process?? Any advice or suggestions are appreciated!
Will post pics soon of my pre surgical knockers!!
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So, the holidays have been crazy and I have had...
I have all of my pre-op stuff done, met with my PS recently who went over more of what to expect on the day of surgery and post op care. I meet with her 2 days post op to get drains removed. I'm sure I'll be ready to get those out, but I think they are for the good! Wouldn't want all of that swelling to collect in my breasts, I would rather have it drain out if there is any! I also made an appt at a nearby hair salon to have my hair washed and blow-dried every other day for a week. Figure that will be my little present to myself.....I cant stand when my hair doesn't get washed and I know I may be in pain/can't shower for the first few days.
My parents are also coming into town on Monday for a week to help out around the house and with the kids and my hubby is off for a week too! Im hoping I can just lay in the recliner and watch TV and enjoy my family! Hoping not to be in too much pain and also hoping I at least am able to sleep a little! I am a 100% a tummy sleeper so this is going to be a challenge for me!!! :) But it's worth it I know!!
I will keep all posted as I go.....
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Just finished up my last day at work for 3 weeks!!...
I do have a question though?? My surgeon never mentioned anything about washing with dial soap or hibiclense prior to surgery?!? Is that something anyone knows anything about??
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