Why I Had to Slow Down After Breast Reduction

When I imagined recovery from breast reduction surgery, I pictured soreness, incision care, maybe some fatigue — but I didn’t expect rib pain. What seemed like a small complication became the biggest teacher in my healing journey.

There were days I felt like I was moving backward. But when I looked closer, I realized slowing down wasn’t failure — it was listening.

My body needed patience, support, and a return to the simple things that had helped me in the beginning. That’s when I learned that recovery doesn’t follow the calendar; it follows you.

✨ Listen to this episode for encouragement to honor your own healing pace.

And if you’re in the middle of recovery, know this: going slow doesn’t mean you’re behind — it means you’re caring for what still needs attention.

Ready to feel more supported in your recovery?

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