I am having breast augmentation surgery is less than two weeks in order to correct a "constricted breast" deformity. I am apprehensive, however, because I have a 21 month old who, of course, requires a lot of attention (carrying, lifting, etc). I'm looking for any suggestions from other moms who have had this surgery.
I have not had the surgery, but just remember to follow your md's advice. Even if you are feeling strong, it only takes lifting one heavy load to cause damage if you are not fully healed. Make sure to have plenty of help and remember that it is okay to rest and let some things go if they can.
I had a breast aug. done in 2006 a couple years prior to having my first child. Everyone one is different, but I was surprised by how much LESS painful it was than I expected. Don't get me wrong, the first day is rough and the first couple weeks still challenging but I never even took the narcotics they prescribed for pain. Expect not to lift anything over 5 lbs - that will be the most challenging part considering you are a mom. Reaching for anything overhead will also likely hurt - plan ahead in that respect. Definately have someone do the cooking or order lots of takeout -- moving pots & pans is hard for the first week or so.
As the mom now of an 18 month old, if I were to do it today I would just say take the easy road and have much lower expectations for yourself and your daughter. We don't usually watch much tv/videos, but I'd definately indulge yourself and your daughter during times when you need to rest or are really sore - a couple weeks of slacking off won't really have long term affects. Calm activities like reading books, coloring, and even dress-up are doable. Lifting her in and out of her crib will be very hard to do - try to work it so you don't have to do that. Maybe if you're alone for naptime, instead of having her nap in her crib she could nap with you in a big chair or in your bed.
If you have any specific questions about what to expect send them my way - I'll try to help!
M.
I know there is a book to help young children understand about surgery. Unfortunately that is all the help I can offer because I don't know the name or author. I remeber reading a review about it in a parent mag and it seemed like it would be very helpful. Good luck, maybe try having snuggle time. I have had to stop carring my daughter because I am prego but when she askes for me to hold her I tell her I can hold her hand. I try to spend more time reading or just sitting with her to make up for the carry me time.
I've had tis surgery 5 years ago.I agree with another responder,it wasn't as bad as I thought and I took pain meds only for the day of the surgery and the next day(only because I had to go to work and made my day easier).The worst part was massaging them a couple of times a day for a month to prevent scarring tissue from forming around the implants.They don't recommend do any activity that involves lifting and exersizing on your upper body.Not only because of the pain,but you can move or misplace your implants before they heel correctly on place.Your child is old enough ,try to explain that mommy had awwie,show the scars.Good luck!
i just had breast reduction surgery a week from tomorrow. first of all do you have someone who can come in and help you with your daughter? you are going to need help with her. get as much laundry done ahead of time and go grocery shopping and get buy for two weeks instead of one. you'll want to nap so don't be afraid to lay down when your daughter takes a nap. and don't be afraid to lay around to recover!!! but follow your dr's instructions!!!!! actually it's kinda of nice having others wait on you instead of you waiting on others. enjoy your down time!!!! and if you need to talk just write me!!!
