Your doctor provides you with an extensive list of guidelines to ensure a successful surgery and recovery. However, there are some easy things you can do to ensure you're as comfortable and prepared as possible: Have your prescriptions filled prior to surgery. After your procedure, you likely won't feel like going to the pharmacy and waiting for your order to be filled. Instead, have your prescriptions completed in advance so that you can go straight home after your procedure. Stock up on comfortable clothing. Have plenty of button-up or zip-up tops to wear around the house for the first few days after your breast augmentation. You won't be able to pull shirts on over your head during this time. Enlist a trusted friend or family member to help with childcare, housekeeping, and errands for the first few days. Although you'll be up and about fairly soon after surgery, you'll need help with activities that require you to bend, lift heavy objects, or drive. The number of options available for people considering breast augmentation can be overwhelming. Many decisions must be made prior to surgery. Though these choices are ultimately up to the patient, our surgeons are happy to offer their guidance and expertise during this important part of the process.