As a physical therapist who specializes in breast cancer I have curated my fave, healing supporting items to minimize your mastectomy woes.
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Clothing
Scar Management
Exercise/Arm motion
Sleeping
Personal Hygiene
Clothing
"Inspired Comfort" Mastectomy recovery shirt has pockets for drains built in. The zipper in front makes for easy on and off.
Post Mastectomy Clothing: Comfort Meets Style - Inspired Comforts
The perfect solution for keeping track of your drains. Includes a bag for the shower.
Amazon.com: Drain Pockets Mastectomy
This was designed by a breast cancer survivor to make seatbelts more comfortable post-operatively.
Breast & Chest Buddy
Your surgeon will most likely give you one post-op bra but it can be nice to have more than one.
heart&core Larissa Post-Surgery Bra
You'll be spending a lot of time in button-downs, might as well invest in a soft, versatile one.
Splendid Women's Evans Chambray Button Up Shirt
There will be days you don't feel like showering, and no one will know if you throw on a hat!
Atticus Poetry Embroidered Cotton Baseball Hat
I ADORE this company! Started by a breast cancer survivor, they make the BEST BRAS for when your bra needs have gotten more, "complicated."
Post-Surgery Bras for Your Unique Body Type at AnaOno
Scar Management
Once your incisions are fully healed, use these strips to minimize the scar!
Advanced Silicone Scar Treatment Sheets, 4 Ct
Exercise/Arm motion
These pulleys are a nice, gentle way to stretch your arms (once your surgeon says its ok)
Amazon.com: Over The Door Pulley
A half foam roller is a great way to stretch an open your chest, however make sure you are cleared by your surgeon before using.
Yes4All Low Density Foam Rollers for Massage
Sleeping
Essential for sleep! You wont want to sleep flat for awhile after surgery.
Best Wedge Pillows 2024 - Forbes Vetted
When a wedge pillow isn't enough…this set is great if you are prone to low back pain as it includes a wedge for under your knees too (also helps you from “sliding” down as you sleep).
6pcs Orthopedic Wedge Pillow Set for Pain Relief
Cute pj's with pockets for drains!
Gownies Post Surgery Recovery Pajamas
Stay cool and protect newly grown chemo hair with a mulberry silk pillow case.
Kitsch Satin Pillowcase with Zipper - Ivory
Personal Hygiene
When you're not up to getting in the shower but still need to wash your hair!
Drench No Water Rinse Free Shampoo Caps 6pk
To help freshen you up without taking a shower!
Lume Deodorant Wipes - Cool Cucumber, 15 Ct
Coconut oil is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-microbial properties which means it not only softens your skin but helps keep the germs that live on our skin in check as well. Perfect for post-op dryness!
Nature's Way Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Lots of surgical tape = lots of surgical tape residue on your skin. You can scrub it off until your skin hurts OR use this Goo Gone to easily remove it.
