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I am commenting to follow this post, just interested to hear the different recommendations. I had a lift/augmentation 8 days ago and came home in a hideous bra and did not fit and made my breasts look like cones. As soon as I could remove it to shower (day 2), I put on a Jockey sport bra that I absolutely love, but am ready for a change. At my post-op appointment yesterday, the surgeon said I could transfer to a regular bra, but no underwire for another three weeks. So, when I was at the mall yesterday, I swung through Macy's and tried on a few, but I think a combination of being tired and still sore, was not really into it. I would like to look again this weekend because I just feel so confined in a sports bra and I have to be careful with the shirts I wear because the straps are closer to my neck versus sitting on my shoulders. Best of luck to everyone and happy bra shopping!

It is an amazing website with blogs/before & afters of surgical procedures.

Are you on Realself?

I had my preop appointment earlier in the week and things are starting to get real! I am having a breast augmentation/lift and brachioplasty on Monday, December 28th. The next 10 days are going to fly by with the holidays fast approaching, so I need to make sure I have all my bases covered. I have; -made my final payment -selected my implant size (minimum 400 on my larger side) -got all my scripts filled -purchasing button up pajamas -purchased one large front clasp sports bra -purchased laxatives -stocked up on Protein -purchased six pillows to sleep at a 45 degree angle -purchase six bags of frozen peas Still need to get gauze and ace bandages, but what else am I forgetting and/or what kind of advice do you have to offer me?

Unfortunately, it's just a waiting game for the most part. I took tons of Biotin (started about two months prior to surgery), ate the proper amounts of Protein and also used medicated shampoo (Nioxin) and it still fell out. As I recall, my hair started falling out around month 3 and it fell it in large quantities for a full 6 weeks. Every single night after my shower the drain would literally be full. It did not seem humanly possible to lose the amount of hair I was losing and possibly have any left, but I did. My hair was pretty thick to start with, but I did chose to get it cut short and highlighted about six weeks ago, which was coincidentally about the time it stopped falling out. My weight has plateaued, which I have also been told is also when it stops falling out. Hang in there, it will stop with time!

@@JamieLogical, they did say in my surgeon's office that both have minimal recovery time, which is why I decided to have them done together. I am having surgery on December 28th and am scheduled to go back to work January 4th. @@Djmohr, you are getting really close to your goal!! My surgery fell into place really fast. I got an itch one day, researched the financing, knew I was off work between holidays and they had an opening, so I went with it. I would like to get my last 8 pounds off before the 28th, but I hurt my back a couple weeks ago and have not been able to exercise for the past two weeks, but oh well, I'll be close :-) Good luck at your consultation!

@@Jasley, this is VERY common, hang in there. I was told not to even worry about Protein for the first month, just focus on Fluid so you do not become dehydrated! I think back and remember drinking out of a 2oz medicine cup and how frustrating it was then (I started with Carnation Instant Breakfast). You just have to keep pushing, even if it is 2oz at a time. Now, I am 6 months post op and on a daily basis I drink 8 ounces of fairlife milk in my morning shake and then get a 32oz tea on my way to work (and wow, is it so much easier once you can drink from a straw again) and then will drink at least one 20oz bottle of Water. As for flavors, I can't help much, all I like is tea and occasionally raspberry ice crystal light. I have tried the Protein2O and Isopure and both made me gag. So, again, just hang in there, I promise it does get easier

I think that is very common for all of us. I am nearing maintenance and do not look forward to the day I have to incorporate more calories. I would like to lose another 10-12 pounds. So, just hang in there and know that is a common fear, especially after what we have all been through because nothing about this road is easy!!

I didn't have any trouble with my Unjury, but still to this day, after mixing my shakes in the morning (in a shaker), I let it sit for about five minutes before pouring it into a cup.

No tips because I'm not scheduled until December 28th, but wish you a speedy recovery!!

I eat very little fruit, simple because once I finally get my Protein in, I don't have any hours left in the day. I have never heard of someone not losing weight because they were getting too much protein. Are you able to get all of your protein in a typical day?

Keep up the good work - that is fantastic!

Great results and Great price! I will be paying $11,000 for augmentation/lift and arms next month.

@@livvsmum, what brand of sheets do you use? Thanks!

My Meijer was out last week too, I think because it was on sale 2/$6. I had to get a rain check.

Just keep doing what you are doing, like others said. I took Biotin and put Silica in every single thing I drank and my hair still fell out. I was terrified because for a solid six weeks, it was coming out by the handful. Every time I took a shower (often more than once a day) the drain was literally brown! Thankfully I had a lot of hair to begin with. I am about five months out and recently started using Nioxin shampoo and conditioner and it has nearly stopped. I don't know if is the timing or the shampoo, but I'm beyond happy that it's slowed down. Hang in there!

I get mine at Meijer and that is the only kind of milk (mixed with protein) that does not cause me a great deal of gas. So, yes, it's $3.99 for a half gallon, but has more Protein than regular skim milk and is worth every dollar!

@@MichiganChic, can you share or PM me some details about your starting size, how many CC's you added and your ending size? I am really struggling with that and it's stressing me out. I am an A/B right now. I "think" I am going to have around 400 CC's added, but do not want to be larger that a solid C (but dont want to wish I would have gone larger) and still want to be able to run and have them not get in the way. I was referred to the website realself.com and it has been so helpful, but I am so indecisive, it has consumed my life, that's all I think about and I only have six weeks to make the big decision :-)

@@bluedreams86, I have not had surgery yet, but had my consultation last week and am scheduled for December 28th. The ladies in the office said both procedures have a very short recovery time and if I were to have it done on a Thursday or Friday, could return to work Monday. I chose to take a few more days than they recommended and booked mine on a Monday and will return to work the following Monday (Jan 4) , so I am taking a week off. They said the wraps will remain on until my post op appointment which is not until Jan 5, so I am not sure how that will go and what I will wear to work those two days, but I'll figure it out. When are your procedures scheduled?

@@snacky, how did things go?

My plastic surgeon did not have any time restrictions and my bariatric surgeon said as long as I am at my goal weight, go for it. I will be just shy of 7 months when I have my plastic surgery in December and I have 17 pounds to lose between now and then.

WOW, so many great tips here - thank you so much! Realself.com was amazing, I love the fact that you can compare what they looked like before and they list the size of the implant. This website actually made me change my size choice. I have noticed (mostly on television) that larger boobs do sometimes make people look bigger. I have just started buying small tops and would not want to go larger than a medium after surgery. I did buy a large snap in front sports bra this weekend, just for the cups and comfort after surgery. Knowing you are able to run with DDD's is so reassuring. I also love all the positive feedback about the arm because I am really looking forward to being able to wear sleeveless shirts and dresses next summer!!

Hello - I have been on the bypass forums, but just discovered this plastic surgery forum (yeah!). I would like to hear from those who have had their arms done and see pictures if you are willing to post them. I am five months post op, but only 20 pounds from my goal. I have a consultation with a plastic surgeon today and am looking to get my arms and breasts done in late December (because I am off work for the holiday). I had my six month post op appointment with by bariatric surgeon yesterday and he said he did not see a problem as long as I was at my goal weight.

That's great - keep up the great work and before you know it, you will be purchasing size small!

I drove two days after I was released from the hospital, but you can drive the following day as long as you are not on any pain medication.