Most suitable post op clothes

Ladies who have had their surgery, what type of clothes would you suggest for immediately after surgery and going home in?
Same for the first week or so recovery.
I’m not sure what pain or range of movement I’ll have in my arms so recommendations most welcome xx

Following this post to hear what others say. I’m booked in on 22nd September I’m trying to get supplies sorted as I’m off on holiday next week and I’m sure it will fly over to boob day xxx

Me too- got pain killers, post surgery bras and getting my v pillow after pay-day this month. Also got get ice packs. My op is 6th Sept.

Clothes wise I would say anything that zips or buttons up the front!
Good luck x

Following for tips..
but my thought was the same as above something abit baggy so not to tight and zips are prob best.. ????

Work on the assumption that you’ll have virtually no range of movement in your arms. Normally they recommend front fastening tops but make sure they’re not too tight because it will still be tricky to get them on if they’re too tight. I cut up some of my hubbys tshirts, cut off the sleeves to make big arm holes and cut out the neck to make it bigger, I found stepping into them was the easier than trying to get it over my head…definitely not for going out though, not the most stylish look! Also, I really recommend getting some comfy non thong knickers. You spend so much time sitting propped up and moving around becomes a bit of a sliding movement, thongs can get really uncomfortable. I ended up in my hubbys boxers by day 4! Good luck! x

Morning, im one week post, i would say anything zip or button front up and also loose for you to move around, if im honest for my first week i literally stayed in pj bottoms and just my bra, as i found it more comfy personally, good luck all and happy boobies ?? xx

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I just had my surgery 11 days ago.

I would suggest a zip hoody for straight after your surgery and leggings or joggers. Easy to get back into as you will be in a little pain, kinda spacey from the drugs and have limited movement of your arms.

For the week after I wore button up shirts and leggings.

Make sure your hoody and shirts are baggy! I tried to put on a fitted shirt and it was difficult (not because it didn’t fit/too tight) but because of the limited movement your arms can do to throw the shirt on and get your arms through. More material makes it easier.

I did the mistake of trying to wear shorts with my leggings straight after the surgery…..it was too difficult for me to use both my arms to pull the button closed…..I had to ask for help. Definition just wear the most comfortable clothes you can find.

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