Over the past couple of weeks I have started physical therapy, got expanded twice, and now have my second surgery scheduled.
The tissue expansion was quite an experience. The first time I actually felt the fluid going in and my breast getting bigger and tighter. The second time I didn't really feel anything, but my skin getting a little tighter, especially around my pectoral muscle. I will not need any more expansions, thank goodness. I told the Dr. I'm big enough!
So my second surgery is scheduled for February 19th. They will exchange the tissue expander for the breast implant, and also give me a liposuction for the fat grafting. Talking with Dr. Sonderman he didn't want to use my stomach area for the lipo, but thought maybe my "love handles". I asked if he could use my inner and outer thighs. He said yes! I proceeded to ask if you'll even be able to tell. The response I got was, "Well it will be smoother." What the heck, I'll take that. This surgery is supposed to be much easier than the mastectomy. They said I will probably be sorer in the lipo areas, which will feel like a deep bruise.
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My dad was down helping us out for the week since I was still on a weight restriction and can't pick up Clara yet. It was great having him here running me and the kids all around. Little interesting with my dad at Target helping me pick out a pair of spanks that will cover my thigh area:) Let me tell you, I didn't know that there were so many choices out there. Thanks dad for not making that awkward, love you!
Overall, things have been getting easier. Now that I'm moving around more, I'm not as depressed. I know I had some rough weeks after surgery and the emotional roller coaster of this all can get overwhelming. Thank you for the continuous thoughts and prayers!
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