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💗 June 2026 Surgery Roll Call — You’re Among Friends Here 💗

If you have surgery coming up in June —whether it's a lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, or another procedure—this thread is for you.

This is a place to connect with others who understand what it feels like to count down the days, manage the unknowns, and prepare for surgery and recovery.

Whether you're feeling calm, anxious, hopeful, overwhelmed, or all of the above, you're welcome here.

✨ Introduce Yourself

Say hello, share your surgery date, or simply post, “I’m here.”

Every post helps build the community and reminds others that they’re not facing this alone.

đź’¬ Use This Thread To:

• Ask questions, big or small
• Share what's helping you prepare
• Talk about challenges, worries, or victories
• Celebrate milestones along the way
• Check in before or after surgery whenever you're able

The strength of this thread comes from everyone participating and supporting one another.

đź’ž Already Had Surgery?

We’d love to hear from you, too.

Your experience, reassurance, and practical tips can make a meaningful difference to someone who is just beginning this part of the journey. Sometimes a few encouraging words or a simple “I remember feeling that way” can help more than you know.

✨ Easy Ways to Join In

• Post your surgery date so we can cheer you on
• Share your story—whatever feels comfortable
• Reply to someone else's post
• Offer encouragement or support

Even a brief message can brighten someone's day.

📌 Helpful Resources

• Shopping, Packing, and To-Do Lists for Surgery & Recovery
• Surgery preparation and recovery resources in our Surgery section

🤝 Looking for Additional Support?

Our Virtual Support Groups are available before surgery, during recovery, and every step in between.

đź’— One Last Thing

You don't need the perfect words or a complete story to participate.

If you're reading this and wondering whether to post, consider this your invitation.

We're here to support one another through the countdown, surgery day, recovery, and beyond—and we'd love to hear from you.

đź’ž

— The Mods

Comments

  • klepcyk
    klepcyk Posts: 1

    Two and a half weeks post-bilateral mastectomy surgery and still struggling with pain.

  • sunflower5
    sunflower5 Posts: 1

    Had surgery a month back, stiffness in arm , pain when stretching the arm