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wishinigetem · 03-27-2008, 06:20 PM

My surgery was Good Friday, March 21 at noon. With all Rx's filled, jello made, clean sheets, peas frozen, blood work done, finally I was ready. I went to the surgery center adjoining the hosp. where I have worked as an RN for 16 years (discounts override privacy) for my BA and Tummy Tuck. I only knew two nurses there, but trusted them. My favorite anesthesiologist had agree to do my case and came to greet me. PS Chris Marek arrived with his marker. IV took two tries. Versed in iv made me so drowsy I don't remember much else until waking up.

Really, the pain was not near what I expected. About a 4-5/10 I guess. My breast bone was very sore, but I couldn't really get to it due to the new boobs and binding. My entire abdomen was ( and still is ) numb, like it isn't even mine. The abd. binder was Soooo tight and digging in my new boobs and thighs. They gave me some goldfish crackers and sprite, but I could barely swallow, the anti drooling med made my mouth so dry. Then my husband came to the recovery room. He is very sweet.

After a lortab and some instructions, home we went. Ride was fine. The whole day went fine, but I had trouble finding a comfortable sleeping spot. A couple lortabs and some phenergan for the mild nausea put me to sleep in the lazy boy by about 11pm.

Day two was fine, except that rough-edged binder. My best friend came over and helped me roll it down and pad the edges. I rode to the store with my husband to get me some lemondrops for the still very dry mouth. Motrin 800 helped more than lortab. My breast and arms were stragely not sore, just heavy, like 25 pushups and the day your milk comes in. Peas really felt good. Day 3 and 4 were about the same. The two abd drains were kinda icky, and my husb could't really deal with the red liquid in them, so I did that my self.

Tuesday we went for my follow up. All was fine, one drain came out. Dr. admitted he thought the 457cc I chose would be too big, but now agreed they will look perfect. Still quite pointy and Miss Righty is high. Finally able to sleep better propped up partly on my side, my back had gotten quite sore and tired.

Today, Thursday, was my second follow up. Bye-bye second drain, instructed on breast massage, still no breast pain. They still don't really feel like part of me, but hope they will when they are softer and lower. We came home and I took the best shower ever. Now just a sports bra and store bought waist shaper. No Lortab since bedtime last night, we are going out for supper and to hear a band tonight. I can't believe how well I feel!! My husband is a bit scared to even hug me, for fear of hurting me, but I really do feel fine. I hope I feel this good the whole recovery, since I'm going to Vegas to a wedding next week!! Thanks for reading and wishing everyone a story like mine!

Requiem · 03-27-2008, 06:53 PM

Congrats on the boobies!

blueayes · 03-27-2008, 07:48 PM

Wow - you are having a pretty good recovery considering all that you had done. That's wonderful!

Take good care of yourself and don't over-do anything. It sounds like you've got lots to be happy about now! ENJOY!!

RoseMarie · 03-27-2008, 08:04 PM

Very nice report, thank you, and I hope your recovery continues to be better than you had expected.

BlameItOnMyBluEyes · 03-27-2008, 08:39 PM

Great to read your story! Glad that everything is going so well for you

Looking forward to updates!

Littlewitch X · 03-28-2008, 02:01 AM

Congrats & welcome to Boobieville.
Rest well for now - be prepared to have fun in Vegas with your new babies

Barbara Ann · 03-28-2008, 03:16 AM

Great story, great recovery! Welcome to Boobieville

PinkEagle · 03-28-2008, 04:36 AM

congrats on the cha chas

bodyshpr716 · 03-28-2008, 12:34 PM

I love hearing these stories. I only know (personally) two women who have had the surgery and they are big complainers... no surprise that they had "tough" recoveries. These are the types of posts that calm my nerves! Thanks and good luck!

bricleo · 03-28-2008, 02:42 PM

Wow sounds like everything is going great. I can only hope mine goes this good, BA scheduled April 3rd and I'm a nervous wreck. Good luck with the rest of your recovery and rest up for your trip!

NewBoobies · 03-28-2008, 09:54 PM

Congrats!!! You have made me feel so much better about my upcoming BA. I have been getting pretty nervous the closer it gets.

03-27-2008, 06:20 PM	#1
wishinigetem Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Danville, Kentucky Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Much better than I thought!!!! My surgery was Good Friday, March 21 at noon. With all Rx's filled, jello made, clean sheets, peas frozen, blood work done, finally I was ready. I went to the surgery center adjoining the hosp. where I have worked as an RN for 16 years (discounts override privacy) for my BA and Tummy Tuck. I only knew two nurses there, but trusted them. My favorite anesthesiologist had agree to do my case and came to greet me. PS Chris Marek arrived with his marker. IV took two tries. Versed in iv made me so drowsy I don't remember much else until waking up. Really, the pain was not near what I expected. About a 4-5/10 I guess. My breast bone was very sore, but I couldn't really get to it due to the new boobs and binding. My entire abdomen was ( and still is ) numb, like it isn't even mine. The abd. binder was Soooo tight and digging in my new boobs and thighs. They gave me some goldfish crackers and sprite, but I could barely swallow, the anti drooling med made my mouth so dry. Then my husband came to the recovery room. He is very sweet. After a lortab and some instructions, home we went. Ride was fine. The whole day went fine, but I had trouble finding a comfortable sleeping spot. A couple lortabs and some phenergan for the mild nausea put me to sleep in the lazy boy by about 11pm. Day two was fine, except that rough-edged binder. My best friend came over and helped me roll it down and pad the edges. I rode to the store with my husband to get me some lemondrops for the still very dry mouth. Motrin 800 helped more than lortab. My breast and arms were stragely not sore, just heavy, like 25 pushups and the day your milk comes in. Peas really felt good. Day 3 and 4 were about the same. The two abd drains were kinda icky, and my husb could't really deal with the red liquid in them, so I did that my self. Tuesday we went for my follow up. All was fine, one drain came out. Dr. admitted he thought the 457cc I chose would be too big, but now agreed they will look perfect. Still quite pointy and Miss Righty is high. Finally able to sleep better propped up partly on my side, my back had gotten quite sore and tired. Today, Thursday, was my second follow up. Bye-bye second drain, instructed on breast massage, still no breast pain. They still don't really feel like part of me, but hope they will when they are softer and lower. We came home and I took the best shower ever. Now just a sports bra and store bought waist shaper. No Lortab since bedtime last night, we are going out for supper and to hear a band tonight. I can't believe how well I feel!! My husband is a bit scared to even hug me, for fear of hurting me, but I really do feel fine. I hope I feel this good the whole recovery, since I'm going to Vegas to a wedding next week!! Thanks for reading and wishing everyone a story like mine!

03-27-2008, 06:53 PM	#2
Requiem Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New York, New York Posts: 287 My Mood: Thanks: 65 Thanked 107 Times in 104 Posts	Congrats on the boobies! __________________ Age: 21 yrs old Height: 5'4 Weight: 107 lbs Ribcage: 27" BA Date: the day $$$ starts pouring from the sky Pre BA: 32AA (on a good day) Post BA: 500cc+

03-27-2008, 07:48 PM	#3
blueayes Fall is falling..... Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,021 My Mood: Thanks: 234 Thanked 443 Times in 383 Posts	Wow - you are having a pretty good recovery considering all that you had done. That's wonderful! Take good care of yourself and don't over-do anything. It sounds like you've got lots to be happy about now! ENJOY!! __________________ Date: March 19, 2008 5'2" 115 lbs. Pre BA: 34A Post BA: 32C 225(R)/225 f/t 250(L) Mentor saline unders moderate profile crease incision

03-28-2008, 02:01 AM	#6
Littlewitch X 6 years & still counting Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alohaland Posts: 599 My Mood: Thanks: 151 Thanked 170 Times in 149 Posts	Congrats & welcome to Boobieville. Rest well for now - be prepared to have fun in Vegas with your new babies __________________ 5'1" 102lb(at the time of surgery) 34A to 34D - 315cc(L) 300cc(R) Mentor Saline Round Smooth HP Transax - Under June 7, 2002 www.justbreastimplants.com/DeWire/

03-28-2008, 03:16 AM	#7
Barbara Ann Happy Thanksgiving! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 860 My Mood: Thanks: 718 Thanked 624 Times in 476 Posts	Great story, great recovery! Welcome to Boobieville __________________ Mentor ~ Saline ~ HP's ~ Partial Unders ~ Crease 500cc's filled to 540L & 550R 5'9" ~ 155lbs 36A to 34DD/36D

03-27-2008, 08:04 PM	#4
RoseMarie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NM Posts: 167 Thanks: 49 Thanked 48 Times in 47 Posts	Very nice report, thank you, and I hope your recovery continues to be better than you had expected.

03-27-2008, 08:39 PM	#5
BlameItOnMyBluEyes fabulous. Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 93 Thanks: 23 Thanked 31 Times in 24 Posts	Great to read your story! Glad that everything is going so well for you Looking forward to updates!

03-28-2008, 04:36 AM	#8
PinkEagle Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 215 Thanks: 35 Thanked 44 Times in 41 Posts	congrats on the cha chas

03-28-2008, 12:34 PM	#9
bodyshpr716 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 44 Thanks: 13 Thanked 11 Times in 10 Posts	I love hearing these stories. I only know (personally) two women who have had the surgery and they are big complainers... no surprise that they had "tough" recoveries. These are the types of posts that calm my nerves! Thanks and good luck!

03-28-2008, 02:42 PM	#10
bricleo Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania Posts: 27 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Wow sounds like everything is going great. I can only hope mine goes this good, BA scheduled April 3rd and I'm a nervous wreck. Good luck with the rest of your recovery and rest up for your trip!

03-28-2008, 09:54 PM	#11
NewBoobies Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Edmond, Oklahoma Posts: 136 Thanks: 94 Thanked 36 Times in 27 Posts	Congrats!!! You have made me feel so much better about my upcoming BA. I have been getting pretty nervous the closer it gets.

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