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Goodbye Saggy Baggy A's! - Kansas City, MO

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Several years ago I discussed with my husband the...

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Several years ago I discussed with my husband the possiblity of having breast augmentation after children. Well, after breastfeeding two kiddos my day is about to arrive!

I began consulting with plastic surgeons in the spring. I decided from the start that I was going to schedule 3 consults with 3 plastic surgeons. The first was great (in fact that is who I've scheduled the surgery with). The second surgeon was arrogant, rushed the appointment, and actually dropped curse words. It freaked me out because his online presence leads you to believe he is an excellent surgeon. The third surgeon was okay, however, was rushed at the end of the consult due to a scheduling error. Right away the red flag came up. My gut (and my husband who attended the first 2 consults) said to go with the first surgeon.

So here I am, scheduled for my BA on November 4. Tomorrow I will be going for my pre-op appointment. At this point, I believe I will be getting 375cc, Allergen Silicone, under the muslce, inframmary incision. Of course I'm playing the "is it big enough" game with myself. I've included a before picture - so feel free to comment.

I am 5'5", 125lbs. My rib cage measures at 28.5" - currently wearing a 32A.

As a nursing mother, I would pump 500mL of breastmilk from each breast per session. I did a little research and it turns out 1mL = 1cc. In that case, I almost feel as though I should go larger. I LOVED my nursing breast size. Really it was a full C - maybe a D. That is part of my worry about not going big enough.

My surgeons nurse (who is great by the way) said I really shouldn't go beyond the 375cc as the implant will start to get into my arm area and become a nuisance.

Again - if anyone out there has input I'd love to hear it!

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October 20, 2011

First of all, good job nursing two babies and making that much milk! Wow! Your breasts really did their job. I have heard that many women wish they'd gone larger, but, having read many, many breast implant reviews, I can tell you that some women also feel too big. The nurse and surgeon you're seeing have examined you and know you best, what your tissues and frame should be able to handle.

You might want to check out this link about sizing.

Thank you for posting here on RealSelf, and please let us know what you decide!

October 27, 2011
For my patients of your size, I would tell them a 375cc implant would make them a medium to full C. If they want to be a D cup I would recommend going to 425cc. If the chest is not wide enough, change from moderate profile to higher profile implant so the diameter is smaller for the same volume. 803-252-6222
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October 28, 2011

Hello! I came across your post yesterday...I had to leave
..and then couldn't relocate you! I just found you again and I am soo glad!
I am 5'4", flux between 115-125, rib cage is 28". I WAS a 32/34 AA. I put in, under the fold, 400cc, submuscular, silicone gel, highprofile implants. I nursed 4 children up to 16 months each...so I know all to well about "saggy-baggies"!! Sorry, but I called them, "bangy ubangies". Oh dear! I also had borderline Mitosis (?sp?)as I did not need the lift as I opted for the slightly fuller implant.
I am now a 32DD or a full 34C depending on the bra.
Sometimes I feel to big, in snugger shirts, but overall I thonk they turmef out great! And i do think, a bit bigger is better than smaller;) as u can downplay them. NO MORE STUFFING!!!
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October 29, 2011
We are very similar stats. Thanks for sharing! I agree... no more stuffing! I am so ready to throw out all my old double stuffed bras. :)
October 29, 2011
Good luck on your surgery! You and I will be going in on the same day. Hope you get great results and an easy recovery. :0)
October 29, 2011
Thanks Jen! Good luck to you too! I can't believe it's less than a week away.
October 30, 2011
I know. I'm sooo excited about it, I believe it's made me forget to be scared or nervous... However I'm sure I'll change my tune either the night before or the day of! :0) take care.
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Day 2 post-op: I've been sleeping a lot! My...

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Day 2 post-op: I've been sleeping a lot! My chest is still tight and tender, but I am now able to move my arms more freely. My right pec is more sore than the left. I am still taking my pain meds and using frozen veggies on the tops and sides of my breasts (which I really do think is helping). I would say I'm doing really well at this point! I've been trying to get up and walk around a little more this evening and do a few arm lifts to loosen things up.


I ended up with 425cc, High Profile, cohesive silicone implants. I will post pics in a few days!

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November 5, 2011
Hi jen! I agree... just super sore but from what I can tell I will be so happy with the results! I have been sleeping quite a bit. I really can't move my arms too much, but my left arm moves more freely than my right. I
November 5, 2011
Glad to hear you made it through okay! Happy your liking your results so far! That's great! I think mine will be great once they drop it's really he'd to tell yet because of how up they are... I just can't wait for the final result :0)
Again I'm really happy for you and I hope ur pain lessens (careful hug to you ). :0D Jen
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November 6, 2011
Oh my...i sooo happy for the both of you! I am just 7 months out and things are still changing...altho much more subtlely.
I will get on my laptop tomorrow n post before n afters...if u promise not to laugh!
Plz follow directions on wearing the band!!! As tedious n hard as it is. Swlling will go away and the worst of tbe discomfort as time goes by. Take care of yourself...and even if it doesnt hurt...dont liftheavier things!!!
I cant wait to see you both...so post pics ASAP :)
November 10, 2011
I had my opp 2 days ago. Do you feel that you implants are dropping nicely. Has your surgeon reccomended and starp to wear to push the implants down.
November 10, 2011
Congratulations on your opp.
I had my opp 2 days ago, our busts look identical !!Do you feel that your implants are falling/ dropping into place nicely. Has your surgeon recommended wearing a strap (that he will provide)to help push your implants down.
November 26, 2011
hi 2nd time round - still waiting on the dropping!! I do not wear the strap, but my surgeon's nurse showed me the breast exercises I need to do to assist in the dropping process. My surgeon did instruct me to remove my bra when possible to also assist in the dropping process. How are you coming along?
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3 years later - still happy!

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December 16, 2014
They look so natural! Beautiful Thanks for the update. I'm just over a week post op, similar stats as you and feeling like I just have huge rocks on my chest with my cohesive gels. Did yours soften? How are your scars?
December 24, 2014
Thanks Sunshinegirl :) - they did soften up a lot! My scars are still visible, but very faint. I will say both the softening (primarily dropping and my pec muscles stretching and relaxing, as well as, scar fade) took a lot longer than I thought it would. So hang in there! I'm sure everyone heals differently to an extent. Just be patient... :)
December 24, 2014
Oh! Forgot to mention that my nurse showed me some massages to assist in pushing the implant into the pocket. They seemed really aggressive at first, but she assured me I couldn't hurt them!
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December 24, 2014
Thank you for that reply, it was a Christmas gift in itself! I really needed to hear that!!