DAY 12 POST MASTECTOMY AND DIEP FLAP BREAST RECONSTRUCTION | Surgery Recovery
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- čas přidán 1. 07. 2024
- Sharing my experience with pictures and video of my first 12 days post double mastectomy with immediate DIEP Flap breast reconstruction.
I had my breast surgery in New Orleans at CRBS and stayed in a nearby hotel for 10 days post surgery. I then returned home to the Virgin Islands to continue recovery.
If you have any questions about my breast cancer recovery so far, please let me know in the comments.
For more details, tips and inspiration, find me on:
My Blog: www.bymellowe.com
Instagram: bymellowe
Awesome video!!! Thank you so much for telling me what to expect.
Thank you for sharing. My daughter will be having the surgery next month and I'm sending this to her.
I was so scared about this surgery til I listened to you. You are such a positive person…loved listening to you. Very helpful. Thankyou!!!
Hi sweet girl i just watched you're video 12 days out! because im having my mastectomy on oct 27th 😬 and then my flap surgery on the 4th thank u for all your information it really helps to hear and watch someones journey 💖 where did you get that pillow were a very Huggy family also. I hope you continue to feel better thank you So much your so cute. 💗
Thank you for this. My right breast mastectomy and Diep operation is 25th April 24. You have inspired me and im positive all the way xx
I'm just at decision stage. Probably diep flap, but am scared (of the whole damn thing tbh). Thank you for your bravery in sharing your story ❤🙏 it is so reassuring to learn from others who have experienced/ are experiencing. Sending love and prayers for your continued healing xx
You have created such helpful videos, so much great info thank you. I absolutely love your voice it’s so sweet and joyful sounding, like getting a hug!!!
I had my Diep and mastectomy on Oct 4. I have to say, you cracked me up so much that I was in tears. My chest hurts from laughing so much!!!!!! The tight belly, sleeping and peeing....Then, when you got to the poop part, I dropped my phone, laughing so hard! My chest hurts from laughing so hard. I said the same thing" i didn't want to have a flat belly from cancer." I chuckled... This was the best video ever! I had front row tickets to Dave Chapelle on Oct 19. I had to give them away! Uuugh
May you have a speedy recovery and be able to hold your babies close to you. And to your mom, you are a queen who raised a queen.
God bless you and your family.
Love a sister,
Jo-Jo
Loved your vlog post. I’m having my DIEP Flap surgery on 9/14 and it’s nice to hear other experiences. Thank you for keeping it real and positive.❤
This is The Best Video I’ve Seen So Far For Me Before I Get My Mastectomy
So glad you're doing well!!! I go through mastectomy next week but not DIEP until few weeks after.
Keeping healing. Keep smiling. You are beautiful!
You have helped so much. Surgery Jan 19. Thankful to have found you.
Thank you for sharing! I am just 2 weeks out so these videos were really helpful.
Thank you for sharing your story.
Wishing you all the best
Thank you for sharing❤
Can you show before pics and after … I had a double mastectomy due to breast cancer and my reconstruction doctor referred me to have the surgery because of complications with the implants and she thinks I would be a good candidate for this surgery
Also are you happy with your new breast? Do they look real? I was thinking about getting tattoos to cover any scar tissue.
I'm going to be having this surgery in the Spring once school is out for my kids. Could you choose what size you wanted your breast to be. I was a double D before my mascetomy but I don't want to be that big again. I'm thinking a nice C cup.
I really need this hug pillow how do I get one and thank you so much.
This video is so helpful!!! I am so happy I found it! I will be heading to Nola for surgery Aug 24th and you clarified so much. I am nervous about my menstrual starting while I’m recovering. Could you speak to that at all?
I just realized you are having your surgery tomorrow. Chemo stopped my menstrual cycle so I can't speak to that piece of it. I know you are in amazing hands at NOLA. Will be praying for smooth surgery and lots of healing. Be patient with yourself!
@@bymellowe5780 How many rounds of chemotherapy did you do? Has your cycle returned now?
Getting on and off the toilet - can’t use a toilet lifter - how to do this w out using chest or stomach muscles? My apologies if u mentioned it and I dozed off and missed it
Just wondering how you did walking up and down the stairs? I have a lot of stairs at home and am worried about that.
Martha, I don't have a lot of stairs but even on flat land, it was difficult to move around the first couple weeks. Maybe choosing a location (upstairs or downstairs) as your main hub for those first few weeks would be ideal. I know a few women who rented a recliner so they could sleep on their main level. Sending you hugs and prayers.
How are you now, honey? It’s been 2 years since you posted 😢