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Essential items for recovery--my mastectomy must haves✨️
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items As a 24 year old who just went through this surgery, here are the things I couldn't do without!
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Items that help you sleep like a baby!
Stay fueled and hydrated!
The support you need!
So fresh so clean!
Travel safe--you're precious cargo!
Items that help you sleep like a baby!
This wedge pillow was a true lifesaver in the weeks after surgery. Elevation is important after the surgery to decrease swelling and promote better healing.
Bedluxe Wedge Pillow Headboard, 3PCS Orthopedic Bed Wedge Pillows Set for After Surgery, Adjustable Pillow Wedge for Acid Reflux&Back Pain Relief, Sleeping, Back Pillow for Bed Sitting Up, White/Grey
This pillow is SO useful when your doctor clears you to start sleeping on your side again. It conforms perfectly to your body since it's flexible and soft. It really helps to alleviate some pressure off of the surgical area while still allowing me to...
Leachco Sleeper Keeper Total Body Pregnancy Pillow - Jersey Gray
Stay fueled and hydrated!
Electrolytes are perfect for those moments where you're just feeling like you need a pick-me-up during recovery and need to replenish. Makes you feel so much better. The raspberry salt flavor is crisp and refreshing. It makes drinking water sooooo mu...
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolyte Drink Mix - Raspberry - 6ct
I ate oatmeal every day for breakfast starting a couple of weeks before surgery. My doctor told me that increasing fiber intake would help mitigate post surgery constipation. I can say that it 100% worked. I had no constipation after surgery everythi...
Mom's Best Quick Whole Grain Oats, Quick Rolled Oats, Hearty 16 oz Tube
Sometimes you may not be feeling the best and just need something light to munch on. These bars are super tasty and have wholesome ingredients--they were definitely a go-to during my recovery
Junkless Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Snack Bars, 1.1 oz, 8 Count
The support you need!
The BEST post mastectomy bra...it makes the girls feel secure and the longline design keeps the bra from rubbing on inframammary (under boob) incisions
HuggerPRIMA
So fresh so clean!
For those post surgery days when you're not allowed to shower yet, these bath wipes are an absolute must have for feeling fresh! I used these for about a week because I was afraid of getting my dressings wet in the shower. These were SO helpful
Equate Premium Heavyweight Bath Cleansing Washcloths, Fragrance-Free, 8-Count, 8 x 8 Cloth.
This brush was a life saver in those first weeks of showering when my mobility was limited. This is so useful and helped me a ton!
EcoTools Bath Bristle Brush, for Cleansing & Exfoliating, Synthetic Bristles, Brown, 1 Count
This is the soap your doctor will instruct you to wash with the night before and morning of your surgery. This one is great and doesn't dry out your skin!
Customer reviews for Hibiclens Antimicrobial & Antiseptic Soap and Skin Cleanser Foaming Pump, 8OZ | Walmart.com
Travel safe--you're precious cargo!
This seatbelt cover is sturdy, well made and comfy for riding in the car post op! The belt cover is free from Ford.com, all you need to do is pay shipping.
Ford SupportBelt™ for Mastectomy Patients