Re-learning How to Sleep

I have been a tummy sleeper for as long as I can remember.  I LOVE it!  I know it is bad for your back and is a sign of insecurity, but I love it and a rested me is a better me.  However after each surgery, ever in my life, I am unable to sleep on my tummy for an extended period of time.  As if romping kittens and two toddlers doesn't mess up your rest enough, now I am tossing and turning trying to get comfortable.  I am "cleared" to stomach sleep, but it feels like I am sleeping with two rocks under my chest.  And I have an incredible fear of messing something up or worse, popping an implant.  So for now, I am trying to be a side sleeper.  It's not going well.