Going Flat
Well, I'm done. I'm a full week since my LAST surgery. I'm a flattie now for the foreseeable future (unless they come up with a way to magically make breasts without a 12 week recovery period) ❤️
I'm no longer bald, no longer carrying around a port in my chest, or an expander under my skin. Instead of having boobs that tried to kill me, I now have 15 inches of scars across my chest, a few little drain hole scars, 5 tiny blue radiation tattoos and my rib tattoo is now almost a full inch higher than it used to be (I guess I got a surprise tummy lift at the same time🤷🏼♀️)
I'm off all medication. ALL medications. I have no more infusions, no more pain pills, muscle relaxers, or anything else. My body is still adjusting to its new self, and I'm super excited about it. I still can't carry my toddler or lift anything heavy, but I'm moving and looking forward to getting back to everything as soon as I get the go-ahead.
Reconstruction vs. Going Flat
Reconstruction comes with its own risks and rewards, and everyone needs to make their own choice on what's worth the cost.
While I can totally see and respect why lots of women choose reconstruction after their mastectomy, I'm personally not willing to sacrifice the time chasing my children, or the healing that would come with it. ❤️ There's no other body part I would be willing to take from in exchange for breasts, and I'm so grateful that I had @drronenavram and @chriscoroneos through out this journey respecting my choices and giving me all my options without pressure.
Being able to see all my options, and compare the benefits and setbacks of each procedure was extremely important to me. Knowing that I had a supportive medical team, and an even more supportive partner, gave me the confidence in my decisions for what was best for my body. I cannot stress just how important it is to have as much support as possible and as much information as possible before you make your decision.
This has been such a ridiculous journey, and I'm so happy it's over. Please take a second, check yourself, and make sure you know your own body well enough to know when something isn't normal. I hate how many people are joining this stupid club, though I am grateful to be able to help some of them through it❤️
To all the beautiful, wonderful people in my life who have helped get us through these past 2 years... THANK YOU doesn't begin to explain how grateful we are!
Now, onto better, bolder, more exciting things!
(Like marrying this beautiful stud!)
