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Small-Chest-Quest - Atlanta, GA

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For 30 years, I've quietly and privately suffered...

TG13June 11, 2012
WORTH IT$7,800

For 30 years, I've quietly and privately suffered with all that accompanies having a large chest. I've tried to ignore the comments, the stares, the shoulder/neck pain, and every other miserable aspect of it. I foolishly thought that if I ignored it, others would, too. Now that I'm older, and hopefully, a little wiser, I know that's not true, so it's time to take action. I have a PS consultation scheduled for this coming Friday, the 15th. Come hell or high water, I'm going to get the chest I've wanted since I was 17. I'm determined to play tennis, go jogging, wear a normal bathing suit, and have a wardrobe that isn't planned around hiding my chest. I don't care how much it hurts, how scarred I may become, or even if I lose sensation in the nipples: this reduction is going to happen. My only fear is that I won't be able to find a PS who will agree to take me from spilling out of a DD cup (too shy and embarrassed to go get fitted for a correctly-sized bra) to a B cup. It's MY body, my money, and my wish to be that small. I think after 30 years of dealing with the agony, I've earned the right to make that decision. I'd like to spend the NEXT 30 years being the "carpenter's dream" instead of "busty galore." I'm truly grateful for this site: I've FINALLY found others who know exactly how I feel. Thank you to everyone, for sharing your most private thoughts and feelings. I've been reading for weeks now, and through your willingness to open up to complete strangers about your experiences, I have found the courage to overcome my reluctance to acknowledge this issue. And so, my small-chest-quest begins!

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Kimmers25
June 12, 2012

Welcome to RealSelf!

I am so happy you joined us and posted your review!   Glad to have you and I look forward to following your posts.  I know that all of the ladies here in the community will show you the love and help you through this process.  

Check out some of the Breast Reduction Forums as well.  You will make some great connections over here.

TG13
June 12, 2012
Thank you for the warm welcome! It's odd, but I feel like I know everyone personally, just from reading posts: Thank you for making me feel at home here.
Iowa71
June 12, 2012

Small-Chest-Quest...that is great! Made me laugh! Good luck at your consult on Friday. I hope you find a surgeon that you love. Will be anxious to hear your update!
TG13
June 12, 2012
Hello, Iowa71. Thank you for the reply. I just LOVE that there are women who UNDERSTAND! I'm 47, and since around the age of 17, I have always traveled this big-bust road alone. Only lately have I opened up about it, and it's because of you and the others here that I've learned I don't have to silently suffer. I really CAN do something about it! THANKS!
Iowa71
June 16, 2012

One thing most of us around here are not is silent :-) We do love to gab!

Congratulations on such an early date. You are going to love-love-love the new you!
happymominpa
June 15, 2012
Good luck at your consult. I just went from a dd plus to a b....look at my pics..still swollen but so happy!
TG13
June 16, 2012
Hi Happymominpa! We're built quite similarly..thanks for sharing your pictures. That makes me feel even better about my potential outcome!
happymominpa
June 16, 2012
you are welcome, that's why I love this site! I am feeling great!
UPDATED FROM TG13

UPDATE. I saw the PS today, and knew in my gut...

TG13June 15, 2012
UPDATE. I saw the PS today, and knew in my gut that it was a wonderful turning point in my life! I spoke with her Physician's Assistant for the longest time, and she was superb. She drew pictures, explained every part of the pre-op procedures, the surgical procedure, the post-op care, what to expect, and overall made me feel confident about this staff of professionals. Then I spent even more time with the PS, who was equally informative. She listened to all I had to say, and answered all my questions. I wasted no time in scheduling! They offered me a day next week!! Too bad I have obligations at work that prevent me from scheduling. So the next available date is in a short 27 days!! July 12 is the big day. Maybe I should call it the "big boob reduction day," instead of just "the big day." I am SO excited, I can't even begin to describe how ecstatic I am!! I just hope they become as small as I would like. Yes, for those of you who already knew this: I was told that they would not lob off everything, even though that's what I requested! But they assured me that they'd take as much as possible without ruining the essential blood flow to remaining tissue and nipples. I looked at their before/after photos of women who were even bigger than me to begin with, and came out looking great, with manageable breasts. I feel like a new woman already!

You know what my biggest fear is? That my lap cat will think I don't want her to "make dough" and cuddle on my lap anymore! The poor little thing won't be allowed on my lap for a while. :( Other than that, NO FEAR! I'm just thrilled to pieces!!

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UPDATED FROM TG13

I think I'm going to make the equivalent of an...

TG13June 16, 2012
I think I'm going to make the equivalent of an Advent Calendar to use as a countdown method! The possibilities for different calendar themes are endless: bathing suits, cute tops, bras that fit without pain, activity things like tennis rackets, running shoes.....every window opened each day can reveal a picture of something wonderful! This 47 year old feels like a kid again! SO HAPPY!

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Iowa71
June 16, 2012

Awesome Idea!! That is going to keep you more excited than nervous!!

Wish I had thought of it :-)
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