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After having 2 children I am ready to get a little...
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After having 2 children I am ready to get a little work done on my breasts but I am crazy nervous about it. I am definitely ready to go thru with the operation - decided on silicone 450cc. I was well aware of the complications before the consultation and scheduling the procedure but now that it is finally happening my nerves are sort of stopping me from being excited about it. The surgeon gave me a great vibe and his previous work is beautiful so I am holding on to that for now - just pray everything goes well and hopefully I'll be able to finally like what I see in the mirror.
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UPDATED FROM NinaRose
20 days pre
Soooo - after checking out other posts and...
Soooo - after checking out other posts and pictures I think I'm going to call the PS's office and increase to 475/500cc - they look better. And I had no idea about healing vitamins and arnica creams or vitamin E oil - how necessary are they post op?? I feel so unprepared now :o\
Decided to put a couple pre-op pics.
Decided to put a couple pre-op pics.
Oh btw, I find this helpful for anyone trying to envision body type - I am 5' tall, about 130lbs, 33 years old, 2 kids (10 and 2) and I breast fed both of them. I ended up with deflated and slightly saggy breasts. Love my kids but the body changes that happen after having kids is so depressing.
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March 22, 2013
good luck! Dont worry its not that bad..probably just 3 days then you will be fine.
March 22, 2013
Thank you and that's what I am hoping for. I read your story, thanks for sharing it. Did you use any creams or take anything to help the healing process? You look great btw - congrats!
March 22, 2013
thanks :). nope my dr told me not to. i bought arnica Montana pills but didn't take em. oh but i did buy arnica salve to rub on my boobies. it helped w tje itchy skin. i also use cocoa butter to prevent stretch marks and to help w itching. i just started using scar gel a week ago.
March 22, 2013
Interesting - I had no idea those creams existed. I havent spoken to my PS about the pills but I have a feeling he'll say not to take them. Thanks again for sharing your story - very helpful descriptive and helpful.
March 22, 2013
no problem. yea my Dr never heard of those either so she said Dont takr em. and she didn't let me ice either..i didn't bother asking about the arnica salve i rubbed on them to make the bruising and itching go away..i just did it. ooops lol
March 22, 2013
That arnica cream is supposed to be good so I will def pick some up. I bought a scar gel online this morning too so I'm definitely getting in to it :) oh and cocoa butter is on the list - so much prepping!! I feel like I'm shopping for a new baby.
March 22, 2013
Thank you for starting your journey on RealSelf! It's completely normal to feel nervous and anxious. Here is a link with additional info to help you prepare for your surgery:
What to set up and buy before your breast aug surgery
Great photos...keep us posted!
March 22, 2013
Thank you - the link was very helpful. Shopping begins this weekend :) 16 days to go - stay tuned!
UPDATED FROM NinaRose
16 days pre
About two weeks away from 4/8 and not feeling any...
About two weeks away from 4/8 and not feeling any better about going thru with this. Freaked out this past Friday afternoon and called the PS's office to downsize from 475. Doc wasn't in so I'll be talking to him on Monday. My other crazy paranoid side thinks that I'll regret going down in size. I just wish I had scheduled the surgey sooner than a month away because the more time I have to read stories the more undecided, confused and anxious I get. Ugh!! Seems like boobs is the only thing I think and talk about - wish I could fastfwd to July when the healing and max positioning is all set. Stressing about my two year old's attachment to me too. She smushes her face on my boobs and falls fast asleep in my arms :( having to keep her away for some time is making me sick with guilt.
Major seconds thoughts rolling around right now (sigh) thankfully the procedure is paid for otherwise I think at this point I'd have changed my mind. Hate the guilt trips though. Expletive!!!!!!
Major seconds thoughts rolling around right now (sigh) thankfully the procedure is paid for otherwise I think at this point I'd have changed my mind. Hate the guilt trips though. Expletive!!!!!!
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March 23, 2013
I understand how you feel! I was super excited about getting it done but the last few days before surgery I got nervous and second guessed my decision too. I'm now on day 5 with my new additions and I'm very happy I went ahead with it. Still super swollen and not much sensitivity in my boobs but I know that will get better. One of my biggest fears also was picking the right size and hopefully being happy with it. So far I love them. Not sure how much size I'll loose once the swelling goes down. Hopefully not too much.
I know it seems like a selfish thing to do, especially when you kids are still small but you deserve it. Believe in that.
March 23, 2013
Thanks - its hard believing it when there is always something reminding you that you're needs are not as important. Women tend to put everyone else above them so iften that doing something for themselves seems wrong. I'm just scared I think. Congrats on yours though - are you feeling better? Did you lose all the feeling in your breasts? I read another girl's post saying that she lost so much feeling that her breasts felt dead. That's so scary to me.
March 23, 2013
yes I lost a lot of sensation, they feel very numb right now but I'm not worried about that at this point. I knew that would happen, it takes a while for the nerves to wake up again. Sometimes months.
March 23, 2013
Wow - good to know! Hopefully you'll get all the sensation back sooner than later. Good luck healing :)
March 23, 2013
Dont feel guilt..you need to splurge on yourself too. i have a 2 yr old also by day 6 i was hugging and holding her and comfortably. just say mommy has an ouchie so no touching.
March 23, 2013
Omigosh 6 days seems like so long - poor baby!! Have you lost any sensation in your breasts? Are you happy with the size you chose?
March 23, 2013
well i was told not to pick anything up heavier than 5 lbs for a week. i was still able to hold her in my lap n let her snuggled on my chest just had to tell her not to move too much.
March 23, 2013
oh and i think i could have gone bigger but yes it's a good size and way better than my own lol
March 23, 2013
A week doesnt seem like very long but I cant imagine telling my crazy girl not to move too much lol she's a ball of energy.
Is it true you cant shower for a week? Does massaging them hurt?
March 23, 2013
I showered after 24 hours, I don't do any massaging as I went with overs.
March 24, 2013
it doesn't hurt to massage..not for me anyway i think they feel better while you're massaging..at least for me. i showered day 3 cuz i was scared to do it sooner but Dr said i could shower 48 hours after surgery.
March 24, 2013
Good to know - those are all questions I didnt think to ask at my consult. Thank goodness you guys are around. I'm sure I'll be asking a ton more from now til surgery day.
March 23, 2013
I feel the exact same way as you. I'm terrified and my baby is very clingy to me too. Her loves her mom! I go on Wednesday and I think I'm losing my mind. I about cried the other day because I started feeling guilty too :(
March 23, 2013
Sheesh! Im sorry - it truly is an overwhelming feeling. I hope you're able to over come it and relax on the day of. So soon too :) eek good luck!! Please update as soon as you're able to.
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