Why Reconstruct?
In the early days that followed my mastectomy I would inadvertently shock myself most mornings with the pre-shower glimpse. The scarred, concave and asymmetrical part of my chest was where my small...
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Tonya is spot on! This blog post is really great !! It has been almost 12 months for me since my mastectomy,and even though I am not shy in front of my husband with my one breast,it has certainly made things different.Not in a bad way though, and in fact my husband has been more loving toward me the last few months.At least I feel that he has! Like Tonya,we have adjusted too,and I definitely agree that it is different,and probably a little easier when you are older.!My husband made a point of gently asking to see my breast straight after my surgery,and I am forever grateful that he did.I feel that the longer we had gone without my husband seeing me,the harder it would have been.Perhaps give yourself a bit longer,or consider showing your partner your scar? Thanks again for a great read! Cheers xoxRobyn