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  • DianneNC
    DianneNC Member Posts: 113
    edited March 2013

    Maggie-- good to see encouraging words from Dr. M. You have a big support group here and we've all been thinking of you!! Hope things continue to move in a positive direction. Don't push yourself--just let them take care of you.



    My Marena came in today...wow, is this thing comfy!! It went on super easy, so I suspect I should have bought the smaller size. My measurements crossed over three different sizes, so I just picked the one in the middle. I ordered a smaller one today, but I think I'm going to keep this comfy one, too.



    If I remember correctly, Jeanine said to wear the nipple guards for 2 weeks. Is this right? Anyone go longer? Any benefit, or should I just let them go tomorrow?

  • bdavis
    bdavis Member Posts: 3,192
    edited March 2013

    Dianne... I think I wore them 3 weeks, and then I didn't just back to a regular bra... I wore an oversized padded bra that didn't push on the nipples... I did that for a week or two.

  • Downey30
    Downey30 Member Posts: 199
    edited March 2013

    Mags, Hang in there.  Glad the news is better.  Gentle healing hugs and prayers your way.

  • Russell1
    Russell1 Member Posts: 413
    edited March 2013

    I just got confirmation for August 12th surgery date. My hubby will be able to stay with me in a private room. It will be at Southern Surgical Hospital with Dr. Sullivan and Trahan. Katie booked the flights and hotels. Nothing can go wrong this time!!!



    Mags....been sending positive thoughts and healing all day:)

  • Russell1
    Russell1 Member Posts: 413
    edited March 2013

    I just got confirmation for April 12th surgery date. My hubby will be able to stay with me in a private room. It will be at Southern Surgical Hospital with Dr. Sullivan and Trahan. Katie booked the flights and hotels. Nothing can go wrong this time!!!



    Mags....been sending positive thoughts and healing all day:)

  • MartyJ
    MartyJ Member Posts: 819
    edited March 2013

    Yeah!  Russell, that is great news.  All will be smooth sailing for you.  Where will you go from Southern?  

  • DianneNC
    DianneNC Member Posts: 113
    edited March 2013

    Yay Russell!! Great news!

  • bdavis
    bdavis Member Posts: 3,192
    edited March 2013

    Oh Melanie... YAY!!!!

  • Russell1
    Russell1 Member Posts: 413
    edited March 2013

    Thanks so much ladies:)

    MartyJ... We will stay at the Homewood suites :)

  • Downey30
    Downey30 Member Posts: 199
    edited March 2013

    Russell1,  Congrats.  Wonderful news.

  • Cherrie
    Cherrie Member Posts: 921
    edited March 2013

    Yay Melanie! It will feel good to have a plan. You will be in great hands!!



    Rest well Maggie. We are all thinking of you.

  • Audrella
    Audrella Member Posts: 153
    edited March 2013

    Hurray Melanie!  That's coming right up! Wonderful, wonderful news.

  • teddybear71
    teddybear71 Member Posts: 38
    edited March 2013

    Russell1......so glad that they have a private room that your husband can stay in with you. Where is the Homewood Suites, is it in Slidell?

  • Russell1
    Russell1 Member Posts: 413
    edited March 2013

    Teddybear...I believe it's walking distance to the Quarter. Several gals have stayed there from this board and liked it.

  • chellehump
    chellehump Member Posts: 374
    edited March 2013

    YAY Melanie!! I am absolutely thrilled for you!!!

    Mags we are all cheering you on!! Rest well (HUGS)!!

  • bdavis
    bdavis Member Posts: 3,192
    edited March 2013

    Ditto what Chelle says.

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited March 2013

    Still in bed..feel stuck to itnow..flap is very red and swollen..on massiveantibiotics

  • addidas1120
    addidas1120 Member Posts: 6
    edited March 2013

    thats awesome!

  • addidas1120
    addidas1120 Member Posts: 6
    edited March 2013

    happy your all set up Russell1 :)

  • KSue
    KSue Member Posts: 87
    edited March 2013

    Russell - so glad that you have a date.



    Mags - praying for you. Hang in there and know that you have a lot of people pulling for you!

  • Pamela44
    Pamela44 Member Posts: 114
    edited March 2013

    Russell- happy for your date.

    Maggie- I'm praying for the infection to heal.

  • Russell1
    Russell1 Member Posts: 413
    edited March 2013

    Mags..My heart is aching for you!! Did your fever go away yet? We are praying!!! xoxo

  • Springtime
    Springtime Member Posts: 3,372
    edited March 2013

    Hang in Mags. 

    Russell,, whhooot!! I'll add your date.

    I also got this PM and added above:

    Apr 16 - addidas1120 - Stage 1 SGAP, Dr. S., NOLA.

  • motherandchild5
    motherandchild5 Member Posts: 111
    edited March 2013

    Prayers to Mags.... I hope you are feeling better soon.

    Russell some great news about your date... I love even days... so the 12th is great!

    Glad to hear so many of your are recovering well...

    Happy Friday, Ladies! Smile

  • Kim_L
    Kim_L Member Posts: 29
    edited March 2013

    I hope you're ok, Mags.  I'm a week and a half out, and have healing energy to spare.  Sending some your way!

  • celtic_antique
    celtic_antique Member Posts: 351
    edited March 2013

    Maggie -- hang in there. Fevers are a bee-o-tch for sure, and I imagine that your hot, red breast has one. I remember having mastitis after my daughter was born ... ouch! Can empathize. Sending healing, cooling thoughts your way.

    Russell -- WTG with your date! Wishing you all the best ... you have great medicos on your side!!

  • Marcie47
    Marcie47 Member Posts: 163
    edited March 2013

    Mags, keeping up the thoughts and prayers sending out your way!! Big hugs and lots of love coming your way!!!!

  • Cherrie
    Cherrie Member Posts: 921
    edited March 2013

    Thinking of you Maggie. We're all rooting for you that is for sure.



    I am two weeks out. No nap today and feeling wonderful.

  • cascader
    cascader Member Posts: 152
    edited March 2013

    Thinking of you Maggie and sending healing energy your way. Keep positive thoughts.

  • Stix
    Stix Member Posts: 610
    edited March 2013

    Do what makes you feel complete..... 

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