40 Yr Old, Mom of 2, Looking to Get my Breastfeeding Figure Back! - Johnstown, CO

Thank you! I will keep you posted - I'm SOO nervous!!

Me too! My pre-op is 9/3 and surgery 9/18. Can't wait, but very anxious. Here's to no regrets!!

Cheers to that!!

I ended up with 385 (if I'm reading my warranty card right). I actually was wondering if he had gone on the smaller range b/c they don't feel or look enormous- i'm sure some of that is my height. The difference of 25 c's is about the same a shot glass. Just keep that in mind if you decide to upsize, it won't be too much different.

That is very true. Another way my PCC explained it to me is that 25 cc (350cc or 375cc) wouldn't really make a difference in size; but I would have a bit more upper pole fullness (which is actually what I'm hoping for which makes me lean more towards the larger size.

Thank you! I'm SO nervous! I've been anxious all day! My kids are 6 and 3. I can't be at home because if I am, they won't let anyone else help them. I've made my family too dependent on me! haha. I'm looking to achieve moderate C. I don't recall what my measurements are (I think I need an implant that's roughly 13) but the range I can go is pretty high. I just don't want them to be giant. I liked the 325 sizers and I've had friends & seen pictures of similar proportioned women that got 375's and they were a little bigger than I'd like. I showed the nurse what look I want, and they know I'm on the conservative end, but they also know that I'm not tied to a specific #. I think I'll end up with a high profile since I'm pretty thin - we will see.. I hope your son is up for it. Can he get himself to/from school? My doc said to have someone around the 1st 24 hrs just in case, so maybe it's not a bad idea to stay w/ your dad - just in case you get sick or need a little help. Keep me posted!! It'll be here before we know it!

Yes my son can handle it; he's an amazing kid. He's very independent and can fend for himself quite easily. Two years ago I got the flu really bad ( I never get sick) if it weren't for my son I wouldn't have eaten in 3 days. I was so dizzy every time I tried to stand up. This was before I taught him how to cook so he's even more prepared now. The bus picks him up just 2 blocks away; I can see his bus stop from my bedroom window. It's fairly typical that because of my business he gets up on his own and comes home and walks the dogs, does his homework and is content to play video games or watch Netflix ... He's really into watching these science programs about the earth and the solar system. I went back and tried 350cc and thought they were perfect in just a bra; a smidge small in clothes. No way of trying on 375cc but that's what she ordered! Of course 350cc will be on hand as well. My BFF will be taking me and my assistant will be staying with me for a while so she'll be able to help whenever she's not out cleaning for me (which fortunately for business will be everyday; unfortunate for me). I do have people who live near by I can call; also my daughter and son in law will come if I absolutely need them too. Here before we know it??? Hell I just read your profile and you already done!!!! Congrats! So happy for you :) Keep posting. I'm dying to hear how you like the 385cc when you were expecting to go with 325cc. Maybe you'll help me decide!

When I looked in the mirror with a shirt on, it looks almost like it did when I had a padded bra on. Now when I lift up my shirt - it's a whole lot different. I wondered right away though if I had made the right decision, but when I saw the implant card and knew my swelling would just go down from here, I think I ended up about as conservative as I should have. Time will tell, but I think I'll be very happy with this size. i think what you should do ahead of time is create a spreadsheet or write down all your meds and how often to take them. That was one of the greatest benefits of being with my friend. She'd give me some animal crackers and my water cup, then hand me whatever pills I needed and figure out the next time I should take them, in advance. Once you are past that 1st day, I just gets easier. The fuzzy brain becomes a little less fuzzy after 12-24 hours.

That's exactly how I felt when I tried on the sizers! I took pictures of me trying on 350cc and 400cc. I honestly didn't notice a difference between the two sizes; nor did it look any different than me wearing a shirt and padded (not push up) bra. If you look at my profile you'll see I tried on a variety of tops (all fitted) in both sizes. Yet when I just had a bra alone ... then I could really see the size difference! It makes it so much more difficult to choose a size. Chose they way we look with shirt on or off! lol Prior to being able to try on sizers again I was stuck between 350cc-400cc; so it may just be I go right in the middle. I will admit even the mere number of 375 scares me ... it's just so darn close to 400! Either way I think I'll be happy! And I think the 385cc suits you very well; whether you lose a bit or gain a bit; I think you're end results will be fantastic! What a great tip!!!! My dad takes a bunch of pills so he just sets his alarm on his phone to remind him when he's supposed to take his meds. I think it's a great idea that I create a spreadsheet as well for my friend. My PS gave me Lortabs .. last time I took that stuff it knocked me right out so having a spreadsheet on the fridge for my BFF to see will be great in case I sleep through my alarm. Quite a few women have highly recommended to stay on top of the meds so we don't feel the full affect. Also my PS suggested that I try taking just half (since I'm so tiny) every 2 hours instead of every 4. It's always bothered me that once you turn 12 years old the dosage doesn't go by weight anymore. You get the same dosage as an adult; and an adult dosage (for the majority of meds) is the same whether you are a 90lb 12 year old female or a 300 lbs 60 yr male. I really was hoping she would have prescribed percaset since I've taken it with no issues before. The Loratab .. I couldn't stay awake no matter how hard I tried ... literally I fell asleep standing up (leaning against the doorway) talking to someone! It scared the crap outta me so I flushed them down the toilet!. Does the pain killer cause you to feel fuzzy? I've been watching Dr. 90210 and I always wondered what the patients are taking that are making them "high". I'd really rather no feel "loopy" or "high" particularly if I'm alone.

Sorry I didn't respond to this!! The pain meds do not make me feel loopy - but the anesthesia did. Once it wore off, I was fine just taking the vicoden and muscle relaxer. I still take the muscle relaxer at night, but I'm fine all day w/ nothing. I get so much tingling as the nerves are healing, I'm hoping to just not "feel" anything soon!!

Thanks for the advice and the words of encouragement! Did you take the arnica ahead of time? I've used the gel before on bumps and bruises but never the pills. I will look tomorrow, but I was given a whole list of "do not takes", so I'll have to see if that's on there, and maybe email them. I have another friend who used one of the arnica's so I'll have to ask her too. I appreciate the prayers & thoughts!!

Yes I actually started Arnica Montana 2 wks prior I've had other medical procedures & it has made enormous differences in my bruising. I've had some drs who were shocked at how little I was bruised. Because it's a homeopathic medication it probably won't be on your list of things not to take. I was told not to take it the day before surgery & I started it again as soon as I got home from surgery. With homeopathic meds the lower the number the higher the dose so what you'll want to do is buy (if you have a whole foods or other store they have buy 2 get one free or something like that) I'm almost 6wks post op & I'm still taking it for swelling. Although the hight of swelling is days 5-10. You're very welcome for the thoughts & prayers, I will continue to pray for you & surround you with positive thoughts. I look forward to hearing how your surgery goes, surrounding you with peace & love. You've got this :) we're all here for you & with you.

Thank you for the words of encouragement!! I will definitely "let" my husband help out - I'm just not sure he will… Thankfully the kids are easy going - laundry will be caught up enough to go 7-10 days - so I think I'm in good shape. My biggest issue is my nerves… I'm excited, but I've been thinking about this for so long, it's almost surreal that it's here!! I'm glad you are healing well - it is a process!! I will definitely keep the pain pills handy, just hoping I can manage w/ over the counters during the day after the 2nd or 3rd day. time will tell!! Thanks again - the encouragement and personal stories are SO helpful!!