I just got my breast augmentation and was a little confused on what to buy to prepare for this surgery. I asked my friends that have also had this surgery and this is both their and my doctors recommendations. My mother also had surgery 2 weeks befor...
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These are thing that you'll need at the bare minimum
This pregnancy pillow saved me seriously I love it so much I'm definitely still going to be using it even after I'm healed!
Pharmedoc Pregnancy Pillows, U-Shape Full Body ...
This stuff is basically pedialyte but is half the price and tastes way better!
REPONE SUERO Electrolyte Solution with Zinc, Rehydrates, Restores Minerals and Nutrients, Strawberry Flavor, 33.8 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
I have to sleep upright and this saved my neck! It will also double as an airplane pillow when you're done with it.
MLVOC Travel Pillow 100% Memory Foam, Black
This is what my doctor told me to take to help heal faster! You will definitely need it.
NatureWise Vitamin E 400 IU Softgels (180mg)
This is the soap my doctor made me use for the 2 days prior to surgery. You can also use dial soap it’s just up to your doctor!
Hibiclens Antimicrobial Soap & Cleanser 16 oz
When you get anesthesia you’ll have a hard time going #2 for a bit so I started taking these 2 days before surgery twice a day and it’s help a lot.
GenCare - Senna-S Natural Vegetable Laxative
This is the exact bra my surgeon told me to get so this is my first bra outside of the surgical one :)
CYDREAM Women Post-Surgical Bra Zip Front ...
Trust me you’re going to NEED these pills.
Amazon Basic Care Extra Strength Pain Relief ...
You'll NEED a comfy set of pajamas for post op! Make sure you get a dark color, definitely black but for after the first day choose whatever you want!
Pjmlifecoco Women Pajamas Set Soft Button Down
If they don’t already provide you with socks (they should) or if you just want an extra pair, you’ll need compression socks to help with blood clots after surgery!
Truform Surgical Stockings, 18 mmHg, Thigh High, M
My mom is a nurse and this is the body wipes she uses on her patients. I was told I can't shower for at least a week to keep my incision dry so i'll be using these instead of showering.
Medline ReadyBath Luxe Heavyweight Washcloths
My doctor told me to start using a soap that was more hydration during the healing process and that dove was perfect.
Original Beauty Bar
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These are all just extras that I have been using that really helped with the healing process
This is not a NEED however I’ve never loved this foot massager more than when I got this surgery lol
Amazon.com: Nekteck Shiatsu Foot Massager ...
I've had this for over a year and it had never been more helpful than now! It stays on my bed 24/7 and helps to really sit up comfortably!
Milliard Reading Pillow with Memory Foam
My friend who also had a breast augmentation recommended this to me for bruising so if your bruise easier then this is for you!
Boiron Arnica Montana 30C Pain Relief, 80 Count
My friend also recommended this to me as well but don’t use these too long, only about 5-10 minutes at the most!
Breast Therapy Ice Packs, Hot & Cold Pads, 2 Pack
Edibles will be your best friend also and the doctor said it's completely safe to use before and after surgery (obviously not the same day as actually surgery)
Shop Weed Edibles for THC Infused Products Near You
This will help soften and flatten the scar!
Silicone Scar Sheets (1.6” x 120” Roll-3M)
This is the scar treatment my doctor recommended for me to get! Keep in mind you should ask your doctor what will work for you but this is the one I was told to get.
Mederma Advanced Scar Gel, 50 Grams
Your face and lips are going to be SO dry so make sure you have some of this on hand at all times! I get really bad dry patched around my nose and this works miracles in a day or two!
Aquaphor® Official Site - Skin Protection and Healing
Your throat make get sore after surgery so i got a bag of these on hand for when my throat and mouth get super dry for the medication i'm taking, my doctor said it was safe to use.
Cough Drops - Fruit Smoothie
I like these fuzzy socks with the grippers on the bottom specifically because you cannot afford to be slipping during the healing process but you'll still have some comfort with there instead of regular socks.
FNOVCO Non Slip Winter Warm Fuzzy Slipper Socks
Make sure you have lots of comfy clothes for this time but especially a zip up hoodie you wont be able to put a real shirt on for a bit, something you can easily take on and off.
Facitisu Women 2 Piece Fleece Sweatsuits Tracksuits
You'll need to be getting a big protein intake for the first few weeks and if you have trouble with that then you should get these!
Protein Shakes in Protein(1000+)
Not ashamed to admit I ate sooooo much of this soup the first few days
Classic Chicken Noodle Soup - Campbell Soup Company
Hands down my favorite tank tops ever! have these in so many colors and they are super supportive but comfy.