Congratulations on booking your op! I didn’t use bio oil or arnica prior to surgery and I have been fine – no bruising, swelling or stretch marks. I have the Macom bra, it does the job, but at first it felt very tight across my ribs, I suppose I’m used to it by now though. I also bought the Asda post surgery bras but I haven’t worn those yet. The thing that has helped the most me since my surgery has been my bed wedge for keeping me propped upright for sleeping, I’m so glad I got it! It has stopped my back from aching so much.
I think for me I was just so focused on getting it done and getting my recovery started that I didn’t really give myself the chance to get excited! I also only booked my surgery 17 days before so I didn’t leave myself a lot of time to think about it. It all happened so fast, but I am a very impatient person so that was probably the best for me! I think a week or two before it will all feel a bit more real and you’ll be able to start getting yourself excited – it might not have properly sunk in for you yet that you’re finally doing it!
Enjoy the journey!
