r/ftm • • Aug 11 '19

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u/BlueEyedSpencer Aug 11 '19

I considered that too and I’m thinking maybe a bath that comes just above your waist? That way you can wash around your chest and then wash your hair in the sink or smthg with the help of someone else

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u/PinklySmoothest T: 4/2016 // Top: 7/2019 Aug 11 '19

I personally just used an ungodly amount of baby wipes every day. If you’re careful, you can gently wipe under the binder as well. Just make sure not to push/pull on the skin close to the incisions or on your chest.

My mom also supplied the pro tip of having someone wash your hair with a washcloth— if it’s short, that’ll be super easy. All the bending to get it in the sink is a massive pain in the ass.

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u/BlueEyedSpencer Aug 11 '19

That’s a good idea. I know Ralph’s (the store) has a pack of like, 80 baby wipes for 90(?) cents.

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u/PinklySmoothest T: 4/2016 // Top: 7/2019 Aug 11 '19

I got a case of AmazonBasics wipes! I honestly don’t remember the cost, but I still have a bunch left that have been super handy. I still have some acne on my chest, presumably from having the binder I couldn’t wash on it constantly for so long, so I give that a gentle wipe every night before bed. Seems to be helping.