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Introducing: The Chrysalis Method

national avocado day 2019
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Sweet Avocado Vegan Wrap

In honor of National Avocado Day, we are sharing a recipe from our 12-week Breast Surgery Recovery Program. If you love avocado as much as we do, we think you'll want to add this recipe to your go-to list! It's so easy, healthy and packed with…
Allergan recalls textured implants
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Allergan Recalls Textured Breast Implants

On July 24th, 2019 Allergan voluntarily recalled their BIOCELL® textured breast implants and tissue expanders. Click here for the official release by the FDA. What is a textured implant? There are two types of breast implant shells. The…
woman exercising after breast surgery
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Can I Exercise After Breast Surgery?

Exercise after any type of breast surgery is linked to decreased chances of forming blood clots, decreased chances of developing depression and/or emotional mood swings, as well as reducing muscle atrophy and stiff joints. Some surgeons are…
Preparing for BII or explant surgery
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BII Surgery: Preparing Your Body

Having any type of breast surgery is a journey. Preparing for BII surgery, actually having the surgery and recovering from surgery are all crucial parts of the journey. The Chrysalis Method provides women with information, tools and guidance…
Best Sleeping Position After Breast Surgery

What is the Best Sleeping Position after Breast Surgery?

Did you know that getting proper sleep and your sleeping position after breast surgery can affect how well you heal? In our post about post-op hydration, we talked about all the ways that hydration can help to speed up the healing process. In…
Breast Implant Illness Survey

Breast Implant Illness Survey