Masectomy Must Haves

Following breast surgery, the chest area is going to be sore and swollen for a while as healing commences and nerves settle down so we’ve put a list together of the best booby buys to boost your recovery (and your mood). 

HEAL ME!

Collagen plays a vital role in wound healing. After surgery, bodily processes take place to start healing the wound. Collagen Shots is also a proud partner of the Pink Ribbon Foundation.

Collagen shots £44.95 rejuvenated.com

 

HANDS OFF THE BOOBY!

This piece of décor that will have you shouting “tit tit hooray!”, this pot is an ode to the female form in all its glory! If you’re worried about what your nan will say, fear not! When she stops over for a cuppa, just twist off the lid, your uplifting piece will transform into a nan-friendly, pretty pink bowl.

Booby bowl £16.50 redcandy.co.uk

 

YOUR BREAST BUDDY

 

A compression bra helps wound healing after breast surgery and is designed specifically for shaping the tissue correctly and symmetrically. The length of time for wearing the compression bra is decided by the surgeon, this bra is vital to helping your recovery!

Sloggi zero feel crop top £35 damart.co.uk

 

PILLOW PALS

The pillow is designed to be placed in the underarm area following breast surgery, to prevent wounds from rubbing. It will gently cushion wound sites whilst sleeping, and can also be used to prevent a seatbelt from friction. It is also enough to fit inside a large handbag, so it is easy to carry around! You never know when you might need a midday nap…

Underarm pillow £14.50 folksy.com

 

DRAIN THE PAIN AWAY

Drain Dollies are the perfect way to carry your drains post-surgery. Each bag is designed specifically to fit over your shoulder for the drain to sit in without having to lift your arms or struggle. A fluid balance chart will be enclosed in the package so you can monitor the drainage and hand this in at your follow up appointment, who says two bags aren’t fashionable?

Drain dollies £12.50 draindollies.co.uk

 

COMFORT IS KEY

This crop top is wire free with removable cups for optimum support and comfort, offering a second skin feel – zero restrictions, zero seams and zero marks. A £5 donation from each piece purchased is donated to Breast Cancer Now!

Munich compression bra £65 eloise.co.uk

NorthernLife Sept/Oct 22