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Help - clothes for post operation

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Dancingiraffes · 09/06/2023 13:01

Hello All

Im shortly to have an abdominal operation with a recovery period of 6-8 weeks. For quite a bit of it I am going to need some clothes that are loose and don’t go against my scar ( which will be lower abdomen - slightly higher than a c section say).

I was thinking of getting a couple of dresses - as it’s summer and down south ideally looking for at least one that is cotton but not jersey. Obviously first week can wear nighties but I’m a single parent so am having to get someone in to help with childcare, plus from my experience of a similar op it makes me feel a bit better to get dressed after the first week.

Does anyone have any suggestions? I’m guessing empire or trapeze type would be best - I’m 5’2 though and although relatively busty have a petite frame so never really buy these kind of dresses as I just looked swamped in the material. Can’t be high necked.

I appreciate it probably sounds a bit ridiculous worrying about what I will look like - I’m kind of a bit depressed as this op is necessary because the previous op wasn’t carried out properly and I’m really dreading the isolation of the recovery period again ( I have no family help so it’s just me). I think I’m fixating on what to wear as a distraction! Will also hopefully be able to do some short walks and I know it will make me feel better if I look vaguely ok!

On that note I’m a summer colouring so generally avoid black. As mentioned quite narrow so ideally not loads of material can’t decide whether just to go cheap or try and find two nice things that I could maybe wear after ( perhaps even on beach holidays).

any suggestions of where to look much appreciated!

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Dancingiraffes · 09/06/2023 18:03

Thanks - good point having something for around the garden etc

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IcedGemsandPartyRings · 09/06/2023 18:31

Divebar2021 · 09/06/2023 16:02

Yes! I got a couple of soft jersey dresses from white stuff Pre surgery and lived in them. Still do if truth be told.
And treat yourself to a couple of new nighties too, OP.

QOD · 09/06/2023 19:05

look on vinted for Fatface and White Stuff kkind of smock or shift dress. COtton and tshirt material ones are so cool and light

ShandaLear · 09/06/2023 19:19

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Oh my word. That’s quite something. I wonder if they do the matching slacks.

Whataretheodds · 09/06/2023 19:42

Try Monki

CrotchetyQuaver · 09/06/2023 20:07

Big granny knickers (OMG so comfy) that go higher than your wound site and any soft t shirt type fabric dress. I'd avoid "firm" non stretch fabrics for a week or 2...

Dancingiraffes · 09/06/2023 20:16

@ShandaLear - yes that’s what I discovered with my fibroid surgery late last year ( which was also open abdo). I know this time I need for my own mental house to start to feel dressed quite quickly. Then it’s also easier to start taking short walks on the street etc.

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Dancingiraffes · 09/06/2023 20:16

Mental health!

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Thinpigeon1 · 09/06/2023 20:20

I've got a few dresses from mountain warehouse of all places. They are mostly soft material and generally pull on without any fastenings. Lots of different patterns and not expensive. Knee length on me (5ft6) and comfy. Also have pockets!

MyNameisMathilda · 09/06/2023 23:59

I wouldn't be spending loads of money on items that you may well get sick of looking at and associate with your recovery. Matalan have loads of good summer stuff this year. Order online. M and S too.

coastergirl · 10/06/2023 00:26

OK, I'm rubbish with style and fabrics so no idea whether this fits the bill...but I recently got this in several different prints (some are slightly different shapes) and they are so comfy. Gathered bit is under the boobs, fabric keeps me cool

www.newlook.com/uk/womens/clothing/dresses/apricot-green-abstract-zip-mini-dress/p/872749239

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