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The First Day of the Rest of my Life - Colorado
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So after years of wishing, I'm finally doing this....
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So after years of wishing, I'm finally doing this. I am 45 years old, 5'7" and 125 lbs, currently barely 34A. I've been a runner for 20 years so eating right and fitness is a giant priority in my life. I also have 3 kids, an 11 year old daughter, a 13 year old son, and a 14 year old step son. I've been married to my wonderful and amazing husband for 1 year (second marriage for both of us). As a couple we love to run together, bike, hike, backpack, garden, and travel. So in considering a BA my priority is to make sure it doesn't effect the activities that I do. I understand and am prepared for the month or 2 months of recovery.
I've been reading the reviews on RealSelf for about a month and this has helped my get a grip on the reality of the recovery process and the mixed feelings that everyone has. I'm feeling excited but extremely nervous and I fear the regrets of going too big or too small. My intention is to go for between 250 and 300cc. I have a pre-op appointment on Thursday so I'll consider my PS recommendation and would possibly go up to 350cc. When I met with him last April he gave me some sizers to try on and he tried to encourage me to try the larger sizes but I really think I'll be one of the few women that would regret going too big. It has helped me tremendously to read everyone's reviews about their size choice!
My BIG reason for going for a more modest size is because of running. I worry that my breathing will be affected. Has anyone found this to be a problem when exercising?
UPDATED FROM RSMember1636
9 days pre
My BA date is getting closer (Nov 16). I'm so...
My BA date is getting closer (Nov 16). I'm so glad to get to look at this site and read about everyone's recovery. All of the small details are important and help me know better what to expect. I'm feeling pretty anxious about everything and whether or not I'll regret having a BA at all. On the other hand I'm extremely excited about finally having the boobs that I've always wished for. My PS told me that they would worry if I wasn't a little nervous. I guess that means that if I'm not nervous then I don't know about the risks and recovery issues. That statement makes me respect my PS even more and I feel like they are being honest and up front about everything. I also trust my PS about giving me the size that is appropriate for my shape and stay within the C cup range.
I had my pre-op appt last Thursday and have all of my meds. I chose Vicodin over Percocet but I hope that I'm one of those that can get by with Tylenol. It seems so crazy to me that the Vicodin even came with 2 refills. Could anyone possibly need that much?
I had my pre-op appt last Thursday and have all of my meds. I chose Vicodin over Percocet but I hope that I'm one of those that can get by with Tylenol. It seems so crazy to me that the Vicodin even came with 2 refills. Could anyone possibly need that much?
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November 7, 2012
Thanks for sharing your story chick. I personally did not need vicodin or any pain pills after my BA (I lucked out with an amzing PS who offered "Rapid Recovery") I hope you have a successful surgery and look forward to seeing the post op iks soon! Good Luck:-)
November 15, 2012
I am so glad that you decided on a more moderate size since you are a runner. I have seen a few girls who werent "big boobie" girls at heart get them big and totally regret and hate them. I am sure you would hate to be unhappy as well and so anyways- I am glad you recognised this before surgery! Good luck tomorrow! And dont forget to take stool softeners right away, especially if you are taking pain pills. Do you have everything you need for recovery??
November 16, 2012
Thank you for the post! I go in at 9:30 this morning (Surgery was supposed to be at 3pm but was moved up to 11am, thank God!!!). I think I have everything I need and I know my husband will take care of everything. I'll update when I can. : ) I
November 15, 2012
I'm a runner also and wanted to stay with a very conservative size. I did and I'm still shocked at how big they are! I know they will reduce with a little time but if I was to do it again I would have even gone smaller, I had wanted 240 cc saline and my ps filled it to 270. I should have gone 210 and had him fill to 240. I think I will get used to them but be prepared to be a bit shocked on how large they appear. I feel better about it each day. I hope u love yours and get exactly what u r looking for! Good luck on your recovery!
November 16, 2012
Thank you Wings! I know I'll regret going too big. I want to trust my doctor for knowing what size would fit best and he knows how important running is for me.
UPDATED FROM RSMember1636
3 days post
This is day 4 post-op and so far so good. I...
This is day 4 post-op and so far so good. I really just have the tightness in my chest and no unbearable pain. I only took half of a Vicodin twice. Tylenol is working fine thank goodness. I've also been taking the muscle relaxants but hope that I can go without them today. I ended up with 275cc and 300cc and am happy with the size so far. I feel like they are perfect for me! Now that the surgery is done the emotional rollercoaster seems to be over. Thank goodness for that! I was really dreading going too big.
I have a post-op appt this afternoon so I'll ask about massaging and moving my arms. This might sound stupid but I want to know if the implants can move out from under the muscle if I move the wrong way.
I have a post-op appt this afternoon so I'll ask about massaging and moving my arms. This might sound stupid but I want to know if the implants can move out from under the muscle if I move the wrong way.
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November 19, 2012
I think it would take more than a normal movement to hurt your implants. But def. dont lift more than 10 lbs. and try not to use too much pressure with your arms in general.
November 19, 2012
I was drawn to your post because of your sizing requirements. I too don't want to be big. I am athletic (I cycle) and beyond big boobs interfering with my lifestyle, just don't think they look right on me. I am 5'5, 127 lbs so bigger than you but with a small, athletic frame and I like it that way. I remember breast feeding when they first filled up and looked like gigantic hideous melons and thought - "That's why I don't have big boobs!" They looked and felt horrible. (Thankfully they quickly adjusted to my son's needs and later looked lovely.) It's unfortunate that so many think "bigger is better" but the more I peruse Real Self, find there are several people who just want a moderate increase. Hope you are happy with your outcome and can't wait to see the results. :-)
November 19, 2012
Kitten... I am similar in dimension to u 5'6" 127 and I measured at a 34b although wires 36b because my breast tissue came out of the 34. I also am a runner and was concerned about being too big. I did 270 and 290 and I still have a swelling they r getting smaller. It was shocking for the first week how large they looked. I also found it very challenging to find pictures of women going with smaller implants. I did find a website with some great pictures of women going with smaller implants, let me know if u want that site.. It is challenging!
November 20, 2012
Wow, thank you. I would be very interested in the website with smaller implants. I am still a long way off so will have plenty of time to mull this over as I've decided with my 2 little guys that I better wait until after Xmas. I booked my date today which will be 11th Jan. My PS has suggested 350-375 cc hp silicon implants to bring me to a C cup. My breasts are waaay smaller than yours (34 A) which to be honest I've never loved but was ok with until they lost their round, firm appearance from all the breast feeding (son 1 was 14 mos, son 2 was 21 mos.) Now they are concave at the top (upper pole?) which does something weird to my nipple which I am not happy about. I also discovered that it was much easier to find clothes that fit me well when I was breastfeeding. (I had forgotten what a challenge this was in my natural state because I did it with both kids for such a long time.) Having said all that though, I am freaked out about deviating too much from what looks natural on me and I like the athletic, svelte look. I would be GUTTED if I went too large. The PS said whatever I decide on will look a little smaller once inside as he does sub muscular placement so to consider getting an implant slightly larger than the one I like. I just looked at your profile. Your results are amazing and came out REALLY natural looking. I cant believe you are only 9 days p/o. Coupled with a skilled surgeon, your level of fitness must have everything to do with such a great outcome. Va-va-voom, Mrs. :-) PS where are your incisions?
November 20, 2012
I had my incisions trans-axillary. You can't even see them. They are still a little raised but I suspect within a month they will be completely gone,
November 21, 2012
You are lucky to be healing so quickly. I am diabetic so am already preparing myself for some extreme misery and slow healing. (The diabetes interferes with healing when sugars stay too high.) I've recently had to increase my basal insulin dose which upset me as I eat really well and am motivated to cycle (usually 60-80 miles per week) first because I love it and to be fit but also, if I am feeling lazy, to keep the diabetes in check. I have decided that the 350cc suggestion is too big for me, even on my tiny A boobs. I wear a padded bra right now that probably makes me a cup size bigger or two but which still looks sporty, gives me SOMETHING and suits my slender frame. For me, I think any huge deviation from what is natural just doesnt work. (EG When I was young, I was unhappy as the only brown eyed person in a family full of people with lovely blue eyes. In my 20s, I tried blue contacts on and lo and behold, finally appreciated my brown eyes. Blue are gorgeous on my family but not me.) When you have a chance can you post the small boob website? Thanks!!!
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