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38 Years Old and Very Ready for Change... - Marrero, LA
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I have had big breast all my life. In middle...
WORTH IT$6,000
I have had big breast all my life. In middle school the kids always teased me and made comments that I was stuffing my bra. By high school, I was know as " big [RS bleep]". I have 3 sons, ages 17, 12 and 9. After my last son, these girls seem like they just go bigger. The last bra that I purchased was a 38 DDD... I've been dealing with back, neck and shoulder pain for so very long. I have bra strap grooves on my shoulders, I even have a bra indentions across by back... One day, my shoulders just felt like they were on fire... That's when I knew it was time to see the doctor....I had my consultation on April 29,2014 . The doctor measured me, and took pictures and told me that they would send all of my information in to my insurance company ( btw , is BCBS of Florida)... After about 3 weeks, of waiting and waiting, and running to the mailbox..... Wait for it........... I was approved!!!!! :-) yeah!!!! I scheduled my surgery for July 21,2014...yeah!!!! I'll be part of the itty bitty tittie committee.... Yeah :-)( I'm so excited)...... So, today July 8, I had my pre-op appointment. The doctor answered all my questions and told me everything that I need to know about my upcoming surgery...ok, ladies, I visit the website EVERYDAY ...I'm very excited and yet scared to have the surgery.... But with the help of all you ladies,( reading about everyone's breast reduction journey) I do feel somewhat better.... Well, until next time... Goodnight...
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UPDATED FROM Aviance1
9 days pre
Finally have the nerve to add pictures...
Ok, ladies, I finally have the nerve to add my pics.. You ladies were so brave, so now it's my turn...
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July 12, 2014
so excited for you, you will have sallee breasts and smaller areolas, you will love it. hope your experience is as good as mine
July 20, 2014
Hi, I'm so excited... I can't believe it's actually about to happen( all smiles over here)... I hope my experience is really good as well...Thanks again...
July 13, 2014
I had my surgery on a Wednesday, and I drive myself to the mall the next Monday. You'll do great! I told the anesthesiologist my biggest concern was nausea, and he told me that three of the drugs were just to prevent that! And I never got sick to my stomach. Ten days later - only discomfort is keeping this bra on all the time lol. There may be more down the road (those 'zingers' I've read about), but I seriously feel very good.
July 20, 2014
Hi, how are you feeling? Just checking in to see how you're feeling...I'm very happy that you are feeling so good...
July 20, 2014
Thank you! I'm doing well. Wearing my Bali "Smart Sizes" bra, but only a few hours each day...I seem to be more comfortable without when I'm home. The stitches still make their presence known, but I certainly wouldn't call it pain.
One thing I didn't mention before is that my breasts look wide. I seriously hope they will centralize somewhat as healing continues. I do find that I'm so used to the size and altitude that they don't even look small to me any more!
July 17, 2014
Congrats! on your date!.. I know you're excited. I started doing research on this topic because I so desperately want a breast reduction and I came across this wonderful site. Good Luck!!
July 20, 2014
Thank you, and good luck to you... All the ladies on this website have been so helpful...
July 19, 2014
Good luck for tomorrow!
July 20, 2014
Thank you...I decided to make tomorrow my rest and chill day, because I have been nervous the last few weeks....Thank you again...
July 20, 2014
Just checking in - how are you doing? Less than 2 days away for us!
July 20, 2014
Hi... I'm doing good.. I'm not as nervous as I was earlier in the month...Are you ready?? I have a quick question, did you buy a surgical or sports bra for after? If so, how did you pick the size, meaning did you buy it one size bigger because of swelling or what?
July 20, 2014
That's funny, I'm way more nervous than I was earlier!
My dr. doesn't use surgical bras, just wraps for the first week or so and then a front closure sports bra after. I'm waiting on bra shopping since I ultimately don't know what size I'll be. I remember in the paperwork they suggested using old bras for a little while, I guess over the bandages if they're too loose?
If he wanted me to get surgical bras, I would have gotten 1 to wear and 1 to wash and rotate them out. I haven't gotten those sports bras yet, I've been waiting to see about what size I'll end up and for my mom to come to town and go bra shopping with me. Just like the first time :)
July 20, 2014
I think my nervousness will kick in Sunday night when I'm ready for bed... I don't think I will sleep much... My doctor said when I awake, I will have on a surgical bra, but I wanted to have an extra one or two to switch so I can have one to wash and one to wear.. He( doctor) told me I can buy one or two sports bras with the opening front but, I don't know what size I should buy.... Well, I'm praying for a safe, and speeding recovery for you...and again good luck and I will check in with you in a few days or when I see that you're feeling well enough and have updated...
UPDATED FROM Aviance1
1 day pre
Sorry...
Sorry it's been awhile since I posted anything.. I haven't had a day off from work, and I've been trying to clean and prepare for the surgery... I want to thank all the ladies for the support and this is truly the best website ever.... If there's anyone I forgot to comment back with, I'm sorry, I have been ripping and running and working.... But THANKS AGAIN!!! Soon I'll be in the itty bitty committee... Yeah...
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July 20, 2014
Remember the prune juice to drink post op to prevent constipation and a pillow in the car for the seatbelt on the dive home. i hope all goes well for you
July 21, 2014
Great idea! My surgery is July 28th and I was wondering how I would buckle my seatbelt on the ride home. This website has helped me so much. Thanks to all you ladies for putting my mind somewhat at ease! I will post more after my surgery.
You are going to do fantastic and love the results. This was one of the best things I have ever done for myself. I was also a DDD and hated the monsters.