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Write a Review9 Weeks Post-Op - New Photo - and LOVING them!
- FinallyPartoftheClub
- posted 4 months ago
- updated 1 month ago
- Worth It
- Cost: $6,100
- Daniel A Thimsen (Glenwood Springs, CO)
Hi Ladies! I couldn't sleep last night because...
- 18 Jan 2013
- 10 days pre
Hi Ladies!
I couldn't sleep last night because I've been thinking so much about my upcoming BA, so I went online to find a place just like this and was so glad I did. I cannot tell you enough how happy I was to fund such a great community of supportive women.
I'm a 36B on a good day and went for my consultation on the 7th and just need the last few bucks before going for it.
I read where a lot of your friends were telling you not to go too big - that cracked me up because I had a friend and a sister tell me the same thing and they're both DD and love their breasts. I've spent my whole life having people tell me what I can't have or shouldn't do, so I'm not listening to them. I told the Doc to keep them "age appropriate" since I'm 47, but if in doubt, go bigger because I'd rather say they're bigger than I wanted than smaller than I wanted.
Anyway - I'll post updates. My planned date is the 29th (Jan). So excited!
Going for my mammogram on Tuesday!
- 20 Jan 2013
- 9 days pre
Going for my mammogram on Tuesday!
I realized I didn't post my stats: Besides being...
- 20 Jan 2013
- 9 days pre
I realized I didn't post my stats: Besides being 47, I'm 5'8" and my weight varies between 125-130...I'm an avid cyclist, so in the spring/summer/fall my weight drops because I can eat whatever I want when cycling so much!
I've never had kids, so no influence there on breast size. My ribs tend to stick out, so sometimes it looks like I have four small breasts if I'm wearing a tight shirt.
I've never had kids, so no influence there on breast size. My ribs tend to stick out, so sometimes it looks like I have four small breasts if I'm wearing a tight shirt.
Went for my mammogram this morning! Happy to have...
- 22 Jan 2013
- 7 days pre
Went for my mammogram this morning! Happy to have that done. Then I stopped by the PS office because they are in the same spot, and it looks like I can go a week from today if all goes well with a few details!
I picked up the Arnica Montana and Bromelain. Right now I'm scheduled for my pre-op on Thursday.
I picked up the Arnica Montana and Bromelain. Right now I'm scheduled for my pre-op on Thursday.
Wow! Everything suddenly fell into place! I go for...
- 22 Jan 2013
- 7 days pre
Wow! Everything suddenly fell into place! I go for my pre-op on Thursday and am having it done a week from today...the 29th! I can't believe it all suddenly just worked out. One more week till I get to be on the other side of the fence! Woo-Hoo!
I am having a hard time focusing on work - when...
- 23 Jan 2013
- 6 days pre
I am having a hard time focusing on work - when did boobs become my #1 thought 24/7?!
I went and bought a front closure sports bra at WalMart today (Target didn't have any at all). I'm a little worried about the one I got since it's still padded...it's a 36D. So, I ordered two more from Amazon - I got an Asics and a Valmont. They looked less foamy.
When do I start taking the Bromelain?
Excited for my pre-op tomorrow and can't believe this time next week I'll be on the other side of the fence.
I went and bought a front closure sports bra at WalMart today (Target didn't have any at all). I'm a little worried about the one I got since it's still padded...it's a 36D. So, I ordered two more from Amazon - I got an Asics and a Valmont. They looked less foamy.
When do I start taking the Bromelain?
Excited for my pre-op tomorrow and can't believe this time next week I'll be on the other side of the fence.
My Pre-Op went great today. The only bump was that...
- 24 Jan 2013
- 5 days pre
My Pre-Op went great today. The only bump was that my PS needed a letter from my cardiologist clearing me for surgery. I had open heart surgery at 9 years old and 25 years old...that was 22 years ago! I haven't been to a cardiologist since 2005, but luckily they agreed to fax the last letter in my file (which I know gave a glowing report) to my PS and all looks good.
They took my before pictures and my money - ha ha! He's ordering 350cc saline implants to go with. There's no point in telling them you want to be a C or a D or whatever. They go by CCs and what your body will take. I figured that out pretty quick.
I dropped off my prescripts at Target and will pick them up this weekend. Had the blood drawn and am hoping the sports bra I got at WalMart will work. I may post a pic of it later to see if it's the one any of you used. Or I'll drop by his offices with it to ensure it'll be good.
Now it's a matter of "nesting" the house in preparation for recovery. Tuesday can't be here soon enough!!
They took my before pictures and my money - ha ha! He's ordering 350cc saline implants to go with. There's no point in telling them you want to be a C or a D or whatever. They go by CCs and what your body will take. I figured that out pretty quick.
I dropped off my prescripts at Target and will pick them up this weekend. Had the blood drawn and am hoping the sports bra I got at WalMart will work. I may post a pic of it later to see if it's the one any of you used. Or I'll drop by his offices with it to ensure it'll be good.
Now it's a matter of "nesting" the house in preparation for recovery. Tuesday can't be here soon enough!!
I went and picked up my prescriptions today! And...
- 25 Jan 2013
- 4 days pre
I went and picked up my prescriptions today! And got a great zip up sports bra from Sports Authority. I'm soooo ready for Tuesday! A friend is taking me there, another picking me up and then hanging out with me for the rest of the evening. My boyfriend is still adjusting to the idea, but is being supportive.
In the meantime, I can't focus on work because I'm so excited. I'm a writer and I think I'm subconsciously typing "boob" into every five sentences. lol
Just glad it's my last weekend as a 36B,
In the meantime, I can't focus on work because I'm so excited. I'm a writer and I think I'm subconsciously typing "boob" into every five sentences. lol
Just glad it's my last weekend as a 36B,
I've gone from excitement to nervous and back to...
- 27 Jan 2013
- 2 days pre
I've gone from excitement to nervous and back to excitement. I had a dream right before I woke up that I looked down and saw my new boobs! With only 49 hours till BA, I'm ready for that reality. Been taking arnica montana 3x a day and Bromemaine twice a day...not sure if the Bromemaine is suppose to just be post-op though?
Happy Boob Day to all the others who are having theirs done this week, too!
Happy Boob Day to all the others who are having theirs done this week, too!
24 hours from now I'll be in la-la land while my...
- 28 Jan 2013
- 1 day pre
24 hours from now I'll be in la-la land while my PS fills 'er up. I'm getting saline, moderate profile, 350cc (that's the plan). Been taking arnica montana and Bromelain for a few days. House is clean and ready. Dogs have people coming to let them out for me. So, not much else to do but try to stay busy!
I had a dream yesterday that I woke up and they were done. Then I really woke up and realized I had 48 hours to go!
I had a dream yesterday that I woke up and they were done. Then I really woke up and realized I had 48 hours to go!
Slept really well last night. My friend is picking...
- 29 Jan 2013
- On day of treatment
Slept really well last night. My friend is picking me up in 15 mins. The hospital is only 8 miles up the road, thank goodness.
See ya on the other side!
See ya on the other side!
Today went amazingly well. I love my new boobs! He...
- 29 Jan 2013
- On day of treatment
Today went amazingly well. I love my new boobs! He did a great job. Not sure how many CCs - will find out tomorrow at my post-op.
Posted two afters from the hospital. :)
Posted two afters from the hospital. :)
Feeling great tonight! Ate a big dinner and...
- 29 Jan 2013
- On day of treatment
Feeling great tonight! Ate a big dinner and watched TV. Very little pain and am so happy I did this!!!
I feel great this morning. Slept well between med...
- 30 Jan 2013
- 1 day post
I feel great this morning. Slept well between med doses last night.
For those of you who are open to it, I had a reiki energy healer work on me the day before and yesterday during the day,and I know that made a huge difference in how I'm feeling. She worked on me from Virginia (I'm in Colorado). If any of you want information on this let me know...I really feel very little discomfort, have no bruising, and feel great. She's incredibly talented in energy work.
Hope everyone is having a great boob day!
For those of you who are open to it, I had a reiki energy healer work on me the day before and yesterday during the day,and I know that made a huge difference in how I'm feeling. She worked on me from Virginia (I'm in Colorado). If any of you want information on this let me know...I really feel very little discomfort, have no bruising, and feel great. She's incredibly talented in energy work.
Hope everyone is having a great boob day!
I slept well again last night...just set my alarm...
- 31 Jan 2013
- 2 days post
I slept well again last night...just set my alarm for 3 a.m. to take the pain meds. I can't wait to shower tomorrow morning!! That's when the gauze comes off, too.
Is anyone else wearing their sports bra 24/7 other than for a few moments?
Is anyone else wearing their sports bra 24/7 other than for a few moments?
Just got a call from my doc - I got 415cc in the...
- 31 Jan 2013
- 2 days post
Just got a call from my doc - I got 415cc in the right and 375cc in the left. Saline moderate plus. Soooo happy with them!
Nothing like a shower to make you feel better! I...
- 1 Feb 2013
- 3 days post
Nothing like a shower to make you feel better! I got to take my gauze off, too. They look so great...so glad I did this!
I felt less pressure on my chest today, so that...
- 2 Feb 2013
- 4 days post
I felt less pressure on my chest today, so that was good! Anyone else hear fluids going around? I assume it's just everything settling in.
The downside to all of this is that my bf doesn't seem to "get" why I did it, and it's pulling us apart...not what I expected. We have been through a lot over the years so I just hope we get through this too.
The downside to all of this is that my bf doesn't seem to "get" why I did it, and it's pulling us apart...not what I expected. We have been through a lot over the years so I just hope we get through this too.
This morning I had my 6 day post-op appt. The...
- 4 Feb 2013
- 6 days post
This morning I had my 6 day post-op appt. The receptionist said I'm healing like nobody's business, so that made me feel good. The PS said everything looked great and I go back a week from today to get the stitches out. I'm going to start massaging them...got some lotion with shea butter, so that will help. They're still so tight, but there are periods during the day when I don't think about it, so that's progress!
I LOVE them and am so glad to have done this.
I LOVE them and am so glad to have done this.
Feeling prett good for 8 days post-op. I'll be...
- 6 Feb 2013
- 8 days post
Feeling prett good for 8 days post-op. I'll be happy with 2 milestones - getting the stitches out on Mon and when the tightness goes away.
Still pretty bummed that this came between my boyfriend and me...I thought we were stronger than that. The guy I thought I knew could handle it. :(
Tried on one of my bikinis - that cheered me up!
Still pretty bummed that this came between my boyfriend and me...I thought we were stronger than that. The guy I thought I knew could handle it. :(
Tried on one of my bikinis - that cheered me up!
First of all, I'm happy that the "tightness" has...
- 7 Feb 2013
- 9 days post
First of all, I'm happy that the "tightness" has subsided quite a bit today. That made a big difference. So, I went to Target to try on sports bras - and what an amazing feeling to be in a dressing room and LOVE seeing what's in the mirror! I almost cried, I was so happy to not be seeing small, sagging boobs, but seeing full, womanly breasts! I am SOOOOO glad I did this....and it's just the beginning. :)
Okay, so I'm a bit weight obsessed - in a good...
- 10 Feb 2013
- 12 days post
Okay, so I'm a bit weight obsessed - in a good way! So I weighed myself normally and then with a plastic bag with 740cc of water (total cc of bot sides - I have saline) and there is a 2 lb difference.
I get my stitches out tomorrow - yay! Added new pics in a 36C bra that I think I'll need to exchange for a D!
I get my stitches out tomorrow - yay! Added new pics in a 36C bra that I think I'll need to exchange for a D!
Hey Ladies! Got my stitches out today - what a...
- 11 Feb 2013
- 13 days post
Hey Ladies!
Got my stitches out today - what a great milestone. He also showed me how to start massaging them and said that I'm right on track for healing.
Yesterday I found this link that shows photos at 4 stages - before, 2 days post op, 2 weeks post op and 3 months post op. http://www.delawarevalleybreasts.com/recovery/special-considerations.cfm
Got my stitches out today - what a great milestone. He also showed me how to start massaging them and said that I'm right on track for healing.
Yesterday I found this link that shows photos at 4 stages - before, 2 days post op, 2 weeks post op and 3 months post op. http://www.delawarevalleybreasts.com/recovery/special-considerations.cfm
I went v-neck sweater shopping yesterday - now...
- 12 Feb 2013
- 14 days post
I went v-neck sweater shopping yesterday - now THAT was fun. The dressing room mirror is my new best friend. I uploaded a pic of my favorite new one.
Today is 2 weeks post op. I can't wait to wear regular bras again - not that I don't love sports bras, but they're clunky under thin sweaters.
Today is 2 weeks post op. I can't wait to wear regular bras again - not that I don't love sports bras, but they're clunky under thin sweaters.
I Noticed less tightness today - I think it was...
- 17 Feb 2013
- 19 days post
I Noticed less tightness today - I think it was because I wasn't working all day. I'm a writer so I'm on my laptop all day in a coffee shop and noticed I was tight a lot by afternoon. Today I was out and about and had less tightness, so maybe moving around is the answer!
Got 2 new no wire bras at Target - Bali - def a...
- 25 Feb 2013
- 27 days post
Got 2 new no wire bras at Target - Bali - def a 36D or 34DD but I'm too broad to fit in a 34 - happy with 36D
Went for my 4 week Post Op - PS said everything looks great - right on track and I go back in a month.
Went for my 4 week Post Op - PS said everything looks great - right on track and I go back in a month.
Interesting thread on Drop and Fluff - what I...
- 27 Feb 2013
- 1 month post
Interesting thread on Drop and Fluff - what I really found interesting is that 25CC is less than 2 tablespoons.
http://www.realself.com/question/drop-and-fluff-refer-in-breast-augmentation-they-larger-went-325cc-and-went
http://www.realself.com/question/drop-and-fluff-refer-in-breast-augmentation-they-larger-went-325cc-and-went
Hi Ladies, Yesterday was my 6 week mark...hard to...
- 13 Mar 2013
- 2 months post
Hi Ladies,
Yesterday was my 6 week mark...hard to believe how fast the time goes. I still have morning boob, but I finally feel like they've dropped. I'm loving the Bali bras I got at Target (see new photos - purple one), but am excited to get some new ones in the next week or so. I tried both 36C and 36D - definitely the D. I can't go 34 because I have a large rib cage.
Went for my first hike the other day and am going again this week.
Here's a link that gives the details on implant's weight: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080121231822AAZCxGv
It's based on 350cc (ea), but I just did the math to make it equal to my 790cc (for both). For me it's 2.219.
Hope everyone is doing great!
Yesterday was my 6 week mark...hard to believe how fast the time goes. I still have morning boob, but I finally feel like they've dropped. I'm loving the Bali bras I got at Target (see new photos - purple one), but am excited to get some new ones in the next week or so. I tried both 36C and 36D - definitely the D. I can't go 34 because I have a large rib cage.
Went for my first hike the other day and am going again this week.
Here's a link that gives the details on implant's weight: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080121231822AAZCxGv
It's based on 350cc (ea), but I just did the math to make it equal to my 790cc (for both). For me it's 2.219.
Hope everyone is doing great!
9 weeks today! Still a little tightness in the...
- 3 Apr 2013
- 3 months post
9 weeks today! Still a little tightness in the morning and evenings, but not every day. I think it depends on how much upper body I'm doing - in the middle of moving so that's likely why!
I'm moving to a town that has a Victoria Secret, so excited about that!
Seemed like they took the full 2 months to drop, but I love how they look now! Added a new photo.
I'm moving to a town that has a Victoria Secret, so excited about that!
Seemed like they took the full 2 months to drop, but I love how they look now! Added a new photo.
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