Breast Augmentation: Stories

So I have just reached the one month mark, I am so glad I did this although I have found the recovery very tough. I was a very deflated 34B (if even-hardly filled my bra's) after 3 kiddies I had just lost all my volume. Been thinking about BA on & off for years but never had the courage. After a brief holiday it just hit me-why am I putting up with this when there is something I can do to fix it. I never felt confident & I was embarrassed even getting naked in front of my huisband, even though he said I was perfect as I was, I just didnt feel attractive. So I did it! A little too quickly in the end to be honest, I was almost afraid I would lose my nerve!I was beyond nervous, terrified I would not get through the surgery, something would go wrong etc. But the whole thing was over so quickly I literally woke up with bigger boobs!

The pain was dreadful though, I went under the muscle so it was pretty bad, I didnt expect that level of pain. I found it hard to breathe, couldnt raise or hardly move my arms. I was in a dreadful state for about 3 days. My sister & hubby had to do everything for me. Sleeping was a nightmare, the pain got bad at night + Im a stomach sleeper so being propped up was hard. Once I got on top of the pain (lots of drugs needed) things got better. The first 2 weeks were tough though, it was really week 3 beore I felt normal, had full range of movement, could shower myself on my own etc. Still cant shave under my arms though! My boobs are still alittle high, sort of in my arm pit if that makes sense. My main concern now is 1) I want them to hurry up & drop & fluff 2) I have alot of tingling and nipple sensitivity which is quite uncomfortable 3) I am a runner & do alot of weights & am DYING to get back into it & 4) I wish I went bigger!!!! I really do. I love them but I played it safe with 330cc & now they're done I think I could have gone with almost 400. What do people think?I dont have propoer pre op pics just a pic of me in the same bikini pre op. My nipples also seem buigger then they were, Im hopin this will go down with the swelling. Overall though I would recommentd this to anyone, I should have done it long ago :)

Hey girls, a little up date. Went to see my PS today for my 1month check, everything going really well he is very happy with how I am healing. I have only 2 wks left until I can run-yay! I also only have to wear the horrible surgical bra during the day can go free at night. In 2 wks I can wear normal bras. So on the way home I couldn't resist- went to get measured. Sooo happy- am a 34 D in one type of bra & a 32DD in another. Am delighted! I know it's silly to focus on a number but from a saggy 34B (probably A in reality) to a D/DD I am just so delighted, never thought I'd be wearing a bra that size. And my boobs look great in the normal bra too. I'll post updated pics in a couple wks, can't wait to wear my new bra's!! So happy, this really is the best thing I could ever have done for myself

6weeks post op tomorrow but am very worried. Doing my massage yesterday & found a little lump in what I think is my own breast tissue. Am freaking out as my mum had breast cancer in her early 40's despite being very healthy. Im seeing PS in2 days for him to check it out. Did anyone else feel lumps as things were settling down? I'm praying this is something innocent I am sick with the worry. Can't stop thinking this is my punishment for being vain, I know that sounds silly but I can't think logically just now. The lump is small (less then a pea) but hard & definitely there, it's in the front of my right breast about an inch from the nipple. Do any of you girls further on then me remember if anything like this happened to you?

Had my check with my PS regarding the lump, he told me not to worry but to have a mammogram just to be sure, he felt it was probably a little cyst but couldnt say for sure. So now I'm arranging to see my primary care doc & having whatever scan/imaging they feel us necessary, will probably take a couple of weeks with the holidays etc. Am still very worried wish I could just have scan asap & enjoy my christmas without it being overshadowed with this. Anyway, enough doom & gloom. Started back running this week, cannot believe how much my fitness has suffered!! I have a lot of work to do! Also started back my weights & I have very little upper body strength! It all feels a bit scary, I was so fit & strong 6 weeks ago. But it's so good to be back training & feel alive again! Good for my head space too. I will keep u all up to date on the lump & will post some new pics soon. Things are softening up but still have a bit of dropping to do. Hope all is good with you ladies! The support on this site is invaluable x x

Am very happy today & back to enjoying my new boobs! Saw a specialist regarding my lump & he immediately said he is not at all worried as soon as he felt it. He said it feels like breast tissue which was pushed forward following the surgery and because I'm thin I probably wouldn't have ever felt it if I hadn't had my BA. He was so incredibly nice & kind. I dreaded the appointment & was afraid I would be judged for having augmentation. But he first told me my PS did 'a very good job indeed'!! Ha! He said a cancerous lump feels very hard & would be closer to the surface. Due to my family history he said he would organise an ultrasound which he doesn't even think is even necessary. (I will have that in about 2 weeks) But he totally put my mind at ease. I can't tell you all how relieved I am! I literally skipped out of the place. So I'm back to being happy... 2 months post op this weekend & I'll post some more pics. Thanks again to all you ladies for your kindness & support, it really means so much x x

Hello Ladies, I cant believe its been 3 months. I feel like my breasts are a part of me now and like I've had them forever! I can do everything I did before; sleep well on my stomach, exercise, run, lift weights. I love my new breasts, they have given me so much confidence and self esteem. It's great. I still feel like I have some dropping to do, or maybe its fluffing I need? You ladies further on then me, did you see much changes after 3 months? I know some say it can take up to 6 months to see final results. I feel I have some upper pole fullness, not sure if that will change much now. Bra shopping can be tricky; I am either a 34D or 32 DD depending on the bra. They dont really 'sit into' the bra like before, some bra's just dont suit me at all. I also dont feel as comfortable in a push up bra, I feel like Im squashing them! I guess you just get to know what bra's look good and feel right. Its a learning curve thats for sure. Due to see my PS in 2 weeks but everything is going really well. I had an ultrasound for that scary lump I discovered on week 6 and it was just fatty tissue. They said everything is pushed forward after a BA and you can feel lumps & bumps you weren't aware of before. That was a big relief. So I guess thats it! I love them, am very happy. Still wondering if they have more changing to do but either way Im a satisfied customer :) Ill put up some updated pictures later.

So just had my 4 month check with my PS & although he is generally happy with my result, as I had guessed myself, I have not dropped properly yet. He said my pecs are still very tight & holding implants up. So he has advised me to massage vigorously every day for 10 mins & to wear an ace bandage ALL THE TIME for 6 weeks!! He will see me in 8 weeks & if they haven't dropped any further he may have to do quick revision --yikes! Said its straightforward & quick just to open the pocket more. Really hope I don't need this! He did also say that they continue to drop & change for up to a year but that mind are still quite high for the stage I'm at. I am to stay away from any push ups, weight lifting etc to really let the pecs relax. Am a bit pissed about whole thing, Hate the idea of being so long out of my kettle bell class AGAIN & as for wearing ace bandage... Any one else experience this? I hope it will be worth it though, want to be fully happy with my result

Girls does anyone know where I can buy an Ace bandage on line? Am currently using a bandage that is cutting into my skin & not comfortable at all! Can't seem to find where to buy a proper one. Any suggestions appreciated!!

Is it just me or do any of you notice your boobs are colder than the rest of your body? I find mine are often cold to the touch even if the rest of me is warm. Strange...

Hey ladies, I've just had my first sun vacation since my BA & I cant tell you all how amazing it felt to be in a bikini & actually fill it out. I felt so confident & totally at ease, it was a first for me & the difference it made to how I enjoyed my holiday was awesome! I really recommend this procedure to anyone who is considering it or on the fence. Ok - there is a recovery period which you have to allow for, I found recovery tough & not as easy as some lucky ladies seem to find it. But once you're over that & the odd teething problem & they have settled down, its worth it worth it worth it! I just love having boobs!!!! Am booking another vacation very soon ;-)