And another thing...

I forgot to mention I was fitted for a new bra (a real one with underwires - not my training bra designed for a 13 year old!) and I am officially a 12D. Wooohooo! Loves it.

(Almost) 5 Weeks Post Surgery

Tomorrow marks the 5 week mark since my BR surgery. It feels like months! I went back to the surgeon yesterday for a brief boob flashing so he could see how I am healing. Things are going so well I get to skip my next 2 appointments and go back in October. Yay!

Feeling pretty good. I am sleeping better than before, but I do wake up on my side sometimes feeling a bit sore. Before I used to wake myself up when I rolled over - cause it hurt! Now it only hurts after a long period of time, and it is a different kind of hurt.

Training is going well. I can only jog for a couple of minutes at a time, but I just switch to cross trainer or bike so that's fine. I wonder if my breathing will be better when running as my chest is not so constricted by a super tight sports bra strapping in the boobs. It certainly feels more comfortable - my chest expands much more easily now. I need to be able to run for more than 5 minutes to test this out though!

This is my second week of PT school and I'm struggling to get into a routine. I like to have my weekdays planned - I know when I am going to train, eat, work, sleep. Add in 2 nights and a Sunday of study and all of a sudden things are a bit harder to manage. I am also wary of pushing myself too hard. I need to keep in mind that I had major surgery 4 weeks ago and need some energy for healing - I can't do everything. Food planning is a bit harder - I don't get home from school until about 9.30pm so I need to take something to eat in the break. This means carrying a change of clothes, my books, my work handbag AND food in my backpack. Logistics are doing my head in!

Long time no post

Life has been very busy! Here's the abbreviated version

• Work is nicely busy - very welcome in the "financial crisis". I love job security.
• I started my PT course last week and am really enjoying it
• I am back training 3 times a week and will probably increase it this week
• I am doing upper body weights, except for things above my head
• I went for a 5 min jog on the weekend and felt good, so going to do some more running this week
• Back to the surgeon tomorrow for a check up

I spent my K-rudd money on a new bike on the weekend. I ended up with a road bike, with slightly wider than normal tyres. Just like in the picture, only mine is blue. As I don't have a car, I ride alot - to and from the gym, the shops, friend's places. I'm also going to ride to and from school as it will halve my travel time.

Making a come back!

I managed some upper body weights this morning. I went light, mainly because I am so scared! Still not doing anything above my head - lat pull down, shoulder press etc but probably only another week away.

I start my PT course tonight. Looking forward to it but a bit unsure about how I will cope with a full time job, study and training. Toughen up I guess!

The return to the gym

I made my first appearance at the gym yesterday - exactly 3 weeks since my last PT session and 3 weeks since my surgery. I can't believe how much cardio fitness one can lose in 3 weeks. I felt so unfit!

I hadn't planned on going back to PT so soon as there is alot of stuff I can't do, and I always train with other people. But it seems I was missed and one of my training partners was happy to do a legs and cardio session with me - so that's what we did. I'm hoping next week I can start some light arm weights and get back into a regular routine. If not, I'll be the spin class queen!

Progress Report

Thanks everyone for the lovely comments - I feel great. Everyone comments that I am glowing (even 2 days after the surgery!) which just shows how a little self esteem goes a long way.

Started with Bio Oil on the scars yesterday but it turns out I am allergic to it. I was very itchy and red last night! Spoke to the nurse at the surgeon's office today and she suggested Rose Hip oil or Vitamin E, so off to the chemist tonight to see if I can find some.

I have to make a note of how happy I am with my surgeon and all the staff - if anyone wants a recommendation for a plastic surgeon in Sydney just let me know. I chose a surgeon who a friend had been to before, and who is also quite well known for fixing botched overseas nose and boob jobs (lots of press and TV coverage for him). He certainly wasn't the cheapest, but I wanted peace of mind.

I paid for my initial consultation and then the surgeon's fee for the operation. This includes 12 months of follow up appointments to ensure that I am healing properly and the scars are fading as much as possible. Already I am seeing the value in the follow up appointments.

I went to see the nurse 3 days post op to have my dressings changed for the first time. I then saw her 4 days later for another change and to learn how to do them myself. I can text or call her at any time if I have any queries - I've done this a couple of times already. I then saw her again this week for a check up and to have the (hopefully) last of the knots removed (stitches are disolvable but they cut the knots when they come to the surface).

I see the surgeon again the week after next for a check up. Then again at 3 months, 6 months and 12 months. I can go any other time I have concerns as well - all of this is included.

Every time I go to their rooms, everyone is so friendly and genuinely excited for my results. Very very happy :)

The downside is that I am missing training sooooooo much! Just going to work every day leaves me exhausted by the end. I get home from work and hop in bed to read or watch TV - I don't need to sleep, I just need to sit still and recover from the day. Each day I set my alarm for the gym before work thinking I'll be right to go, but I end up deciding against it. Obviously the healing process uses alot of energy.

Progress Report

Here you go! My little C cups in a new strapless top.

11 Days Post Op

I can't believe how good I feel. I've been out walking every day since day 3 - slowly at first, and definitely slowly down hill, but clocking up the kms. The healing is going really well - even the nurse has been surprised when she has changed my dressings. Apparently how you heal has alot to do with diet and fitness (yay me!).

I went shopping last week for a few items. I bought one bra designed for a 13 year old girl, as I can't tolerate an underwire yet. I have a 14C, so should end up a 12C when the swelling goes down (I pretty much only have swelling at my drain site under my arm now). I bought a couple of shirts for work (you have no idea how exciting that is), a couple of jumpers and a vest. I bought a gym singlet that can be worn WITHOUT a bra. Now that is exciting! I may even be able to run it - it is really supportive - however won't be testing that out just yet :)

Everybody who has seen me comments that I am just glowing. I have a new found confidence.