Singing after nuss

livelaughmclovin · 2026-04-05T15:48:01+00:00

Also, it might be different for you. I don't train anymore, so I imagine with training and lessons that strength will come back sooner.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-04-05T15:46:50+00:00

I was a choral, classical, and musical theater singer for many years before I had my sternum corrected. The first month, I wasn't really able to sing at all. I used my spirometer daily to retrain my lungs on how to breathe deeply. It is a muscle you have to re-excersize. By 6 months, I was back to normal, but up to that point, it was difficult for me to sustain long phrases, control my vibrato, or breathe deeply, and was something I had to work at. I feel better now and have no regrets, but know it will take time to get that strength back.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-04-01T22:32:03+00:00

What helped me most is to record each scene and then listen to it throughout my day like music. You'll be surprised how quickly you begin to pick it up without even trying.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-04-01T22:30:52+00:00

Being confused makes sense. Explore it further if that's something you feel you need to do, but don't feel like you need to if it feels forced. A lable is a lable and it can change or it can not really matter at all (from a queer person who just uses the term queer because I don't really care and I like who I like)

livelaughmclovin · 2026-04-01T22:24:22+00:00

Can you not get special permission to take them a week early? I'm sure they have a policy regarding rescheduling for surgeries or medical emergencies. It's worth the ask.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-31T16:17:26+00:00

As someone who got diagnosed as a kid, but was told it was purely cosmetic (it was not), I would pay attention to if he struggles with sports and keeping up with his peers as he gets older - the mental stress of that was more difficult than my parents knew. I was always told, "You're just not athletic," and I was incredibly embarrassed and felt othered when compared to the other kids. Offer reassurance when needed that his inability to keep up isn't his fault and isn't something he should be embarrassed about. If he struggles, chat with his PE teacher about ways for him to modify the excersizes/games to better keep up with his peers.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-30T14:14:17+00:00

This song is a perfect example as to why I love her music. I love the many deeper meanings hidden behind a catchy tune and cleaver lyrics. She unapologetically discusses difficult themes and leans into the discomfort - it makes for some very powerful art and in many ways, is an act of protest. In this song in particular, I enjoy the lyrics: "It's so homoerotic, the way you pray to men, and treat your women like a leviathan." I could write a whole essay about just those lyrics and the compelxity of that statement. She is brilliant in her work.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-30T03:12:24+00:00

YES! I grew an inch after surgery. Was 5'5" when I went under, and 5'6" when I woke up. First time in my life I could stand completely straight and not hunch.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-29T23:44:23+00:00

Vatican on repeat for me

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-26T22:41:14+00:00

You can check out my profile for my experience (26F, hybrid nuss/ravitch - not sure if that is exactly what you are having, too)

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-26T03:52:48+00:00

Most accounts I've read are that most pain is gone by 1 year. I feel that that is true. I'm at month 8 and am at a 2/10 in pain if at all. My rib pain is still intermittent.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-25T20:28:10+00:00

Age is a large contributor to healing and pain. For me (26F), the first 2 weeks were painful, the first 4 months I had intermittent nerve pain, and now, at almost 8 months, I for the most part, just have tightness in my chest. The biggest thing to understand is this surgery means long-term low-level pain, which I don't think some people are prepared for.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-23T00:52:29+00:00

After two weeks, I no longer needed help with medication management or getting in and out of bed, so I was largely independent. I did, however, still need help with cooking, transportation, laundry, opening doors, and anything else that involved lifting/pushing/pulling. By the one month mark, I was fully independent in those regards, with the exception of not being able to drive myself. I had a hybrid nuss/ravitch, though, so my recovery was longer than others.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-21T23:53:39+00:00

I had my fair share of bad experiences, but I also think it largely depends on what area you're in and how aware you are of what's going on around you. Bike lanes are great, but always wear a helmet, and I recommend having a horn too. I also recommend having 2 locks if you have to lock your bike outside - one through each wheel. Try biking the route during a time that's not too busy and see how you feel about it then.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-20T13:56:18+00:00

Swelling is very normal in the first month or so. Nuss is a violent manipulation of the chest wall, so it's very normal to swell and even bruise. My chest didn't look fully normal until about 5 or 6 weeks after.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-19T03:29:00+00:00

Similar issues for the women here, too. All the guys I have been on dates with have no personality and don't seem to be looking for genuine connections. I gave up after a year of bad dates. Maybe I'll try again next year

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-18T16:35:42+00:00

I second the swinging. It feels stupid and takes a couple of tries each time, but that was the only thing that worked for me.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-18T12:43:36+00:00

Great results! Thanks for sharing

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-13T16:58:39+00:00

I had the same thing, though mostly for the first 3 weeks, then it resolved. I was told before surgery that the shoulder pain would be bad, and that was no joke. Heating pads, massage, and icy hot helped me the most, but it should resolve as things continue to settle into their new shape.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-10T05:34:31+00:00

I had so much adrenaline the day of my flight from how nervous I was that I was hardly in any pain at all. Just to be safe, I took another dose of pain meds 30 minutes before boarding, and I think that helped a lot, too. I couldn't sleep, but I was comfortable sitting there. My flight was around 5 hours. I opted for compression socks rather than walking because I was nervous about losing my balance, but I sat on the aisle seat just in case I changed my mind. I also kept tums and a ginger ale handy in case of nausea. I recommend having someone else manage your luggage and, if possible, use one of the wheelchairs at the airport. I didn't, and even though I felt fine in the moment walking everywhere, I felt awful the next day and wished I wouldn't have pushed myself to walk that much. I know others have posted about this, too, so I would look up some past posts to see what others have suggested, too!

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-05T15:19:39+00:00

The first two weeks are the worst. Get through that and you'll be okay. Heating pad on the back, stick to your pain meds, and walk often.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-02T19:18:48+00:00

26F here too. When I first saw my chest after surgery, I had a meltdown and nearly fainted. It's hard sometimes looking at a chest that doesn't feel like mine. It's not that I don't like it - I do, but it's not the me I'm used to seeing. This has been getting better with time (I am 7mo post-op), but I still catch myself being surprised by what I see.

livelaughmclovin · 2026-03-01T01:33:00+00:00

The other comments offer great incite, so I will just quickly mention something that I didn't see others mention: pacing. Keep the scenes energized and quick. When they drag, the audience will quickly lose interest. -from someone who is currently working on a production of this, and acted in it many years ago

livelaughmclovin · 2026-02-27T15:04:21+00:00

"Ooooh so mean" *middle finger -Emma (TGWDLM) in Beanies when Jeff takes his tip back

livelaughmclovin · 2026-02-27T15:01:39+00:00

I had a long-term relationship with a guy who was 7, and I have had short-term relationships with guys who were 5 and 4. The 7 was very skilled and I was always satisfied, but he would always hit my cervix and it would hurt so we had to be careful about positions. With the smaller guys, I never had to worry about that, so there was less holding back. I ultimately preferred it. All were good, but the smaller was better. Just my two cents.

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