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Post op WEEK 5 - New Pictures!!1

ReadyforSummer
posted 3 months ago
updated 26 days ago

Worth It
Cost: $6,000
Pasadena, CA

Stats : 36yrs, 34-C, 5'4 ; 130lbs; Gym Rat...

20 Feb 2013
28 days pre

Stats : 36yrs, 34-C, 5'4 ; 130lbs; Gym Rat :)

Over the years of training in the gym and eating clean I have lost the fullness of my breast. In my early 20s I actually had a nice full small D. For years I anticipated having children, but sadly due to fertility issues discovered last year we won't be. I have over come the sadness and realized that I want something for myself. Something like "TWINS" ...lol

I went on my quest to find a good doctor but ending up only meeting with 2 and then I was hooked on the 2nd choice. Everyone told me to see as many as possible, but it was hard for me to take time off from work. So after meeting the 2nd PS I knew instantly that I liked him, the office and the staff! It was that gut feeling that made it easy to decide.

During my meet and greet wtih the Dr. we did discuss size. So sounds like I will be venturing to a 450cc. My pre op is March 4th which I'm sure will be way more detailed. I am already starting to get nervous...

Some of my fears are how bad the pain really is? I already have slight anxiety so I'm sure that will come in to play. I worry about the "I can't breath" feeling that I've heard about. I am also worried about my down time. The gym is a huge part of my life. I train with a powerlifter as well as on my own. I realize I have to give this up temporarily to gain great things :) But I do worry and I don't know what I'll do every night at home instead of the gym?

I will post my current pics soon...

Still weeks away from my surgery, but recently...

28 Feb 2013
20 days pre

Still weeks away from my surgery, but recently suffered an anxiety attack :( Never had them before, I've always been able to manage my life fairly well. Everyone keeps telling me it's cause your nervous about the surgery. Although I'm a bit scared I don't feel like it's making me like this? Has anyone gone through this? THe anxiety is now bothering me everyday, will my doctor not want to do the surgery?

Now that I know of this "anxiety" everything is bothering me. I'm constantly thinking about all things now. Sometimes you wish a doctor wouldn't tell you things, yet you wanna know. Makes sense? Awwwww I just wish it would go away and I would feel good and ready for this...

It's about time, I got a chance to load my...

1 Mar 2013
19 days pre

It's about time, I got a chance to load my pictures :) 20 days away from Surgery....

Just got back from my pre-op. Told the Dr. about...

4 Mar 2013
16 days pre

Just got back from my pre-op. Told the Dr. about my axniety and how i was feeling. Like everyone else said, "it's very" normal. Something about him and his staff give me a real sense of relief. I feel safe inside their office setting. Although I the anxiety didn't go away, I just feel like I'm in a much better place.

We opted for 457cc med profile. I hope this is perfect. I don't want to be to big, yet I don't have the regret of not going big enough. He did recommend a areola reduction since the size of mine are larger. I discussed this with my husband and I decided not to do so. Maybe at a later time. Im 17 days away from surgery and I just want to get it done and over with. I cannot wait to post my new pics to share iwth all you lovely ladies...

The days get quicker and quicker as I approach...

7 Mar 2013
13 days pre

The days get quicker and quicker as I approach surgery date! I have excitement and nervous times 100!!! My husband is sick with a bad cough and I'm praying to remain healhty! I've been spraying lysol and taking Emergen C packets. I after this Friday I will be very limited on what I can take.

I'm seeing so many new marvelous looking boobies on you ladies...Looking forward to doing this and being done!! I wanna be on the other side already.

Droped off my prescriptions yesterday, the...

11 Mar 2013
10 days pre

Droped off my prescriptions yesterday, the anti-nausea medicine is not covered. It will cost me $70 per pill x 2!! Yikes!! The doctor said it's option on whether or not I buy that. Did any of you take "Emend" tablet? Is it necessary?

Now I'm struggling with size....457cc was my original plan, but everyone says go one size bigger?! I'm so afraid of being too big. I tried 400cc and 450cc while in my consulutation and the nurse said you alwasy loose a little once uncer the muscle. I tried the rice tester at home this weekend and it's just so hard to tell....HELP!!! Don't know what to do.

Ok ladies...it's my turn!!! Tomorrow this time I...

20 Mar 2013
1 day pre

Ok ladies...it's my turn!!! Tomorrow this time I should be home and resting. I hope to be in a happy place with not alot of pain. I decided on 492cc silcone implants. I sure hope they aren't to big cause that is not the look I'm out for.

Hopefully in a day or so I will have so new pictures to share with all of you!!! Thank you for all the stories, comments and support. ANd thank you RealSELF for having this site.

Had my surgery at 730am. Home by 10am. Its been a...

21 Mar 2013
On day of treatment

Had my surgery at 730am. Home by 10am. Its been a rough day of throwing up and barely eating. Boob are really tight and sore. Go to doctor tmrw to take the wraps off. Hoping for a better day tmrw

Today is day #5, feeling pretty swollen still. ...

25 Mar 2013
4 days post

Today is day #5, feeling pretty swollen still. The more I do the more they swell. Each day has gotten better and better. I ventured back to work today and they are easy to hide in the bra my doctor gave me. I came off the vicodin after day #2 and have been using Advil instead. I get alot of shooting / burning pains, but if I keep on my meds I don't feel them as much.

I'm glad the surgery is over...phew....but I'm more excited to go buy bras, shirts and dresses!

Celebrating 2 weeks of new boobies!! Although it's...

5 Apr 2013
15 days post

Celebrating 2 weeks of new boobies!! Although it's not much of a celebration yet. Everything is still hard and tight. My right side is very high and uncomfortable most days. Sadly, I don't feel like trying on bras or bathing suits cause they just don't look right or feel right.

However, I am happy with them, I would just like to enjoy them a little more. I want them to be normal!!! Well hopefully since reading some of the other post, 3-4weeks they should really start to be accepted by my body.

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5...

Slowly the twins are dropping. Each morning I wake up feeling great, but over the course of the day my right side gets tight. Is this normal? Its like the muscle just gets annoyed as soon as i start moving around.

I'm still using the sports bra given by my Dr. only once in a while I'll wear just a bralette on weekends to enjoy a nice dinner out with the hubby. I can't WAIT to buy bathing suits!! I alreayd tried on my old ones, and nope! Those don't fit anymore.

Well ladies, here are a few new pics

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

A little update staring week 5... Slowly the...

25 Apr 2013
1 month post

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sexy49 8 Apr 2013

Ohh you will have a change of heart soon. It takes time as your emotions are up and down with the whole process. I think that is normal. You'll fall in love soon. : )

ReadyforSummer 11 Apr 2013

Thank you!!

smilealot1978 29 Mar 2013

How are you feeling today? Less pain I hope! Happy healing!

smilealot1978 25 Mar 2013

Hey there! Glad you're doing better. Just wondering if your Dr. was ok with you taking Advil. Mine told me to wait 2 weeks post op. But to use Tylenol until then.

ReadyforSummer 28 Mar 2013

Dr. said Advil was ok after surgery :) What was your Dr. reason for not using?

ekaterina777 28 Mar 2013

My Ps said the same. It's because Tylenol doesn't contain blood thinner which can cause bleeding.

ReadyforSummer 29 Mar 2013

Doc ok'd the Advil :) Before the surgery is was out, but after he said was ok.

smilealot1978 29 Mar 2013

My PS said the same as Ekaterina777. Advil too early can cause bleeding. However I'm sure your PS knows what he's doing. Maybe just ask him if you're concerned.

Miss cris 24 Mar 2013

Hope your feeling good !!!

wishinonaboob 23 Mar 2013

Hope you are feeling a little better today. Rest up and take it easy!

ekaterina777 22 Mar 2013

feel better! happy healing to you and congrats on your new girls!!

SuzieQ0329 22 Mar 2013

Congrats! I hope things are going better today, I look forward to updates! I bet you'll be looking great!

grownaswoman 21 Mar 2013

Feel better soon Ms. Cakes

kayveexo 21 Mar 2013

I hope ur surgery goes smoothly today

grownaswoman 20 Mar 2013

I hope everything is going fine Ms. Cakes.

DDmysize 14 Mar 2013

Hey I only took my nausea meds to help me sleep; I wasn't sick at all. That patch I put on before surgery really helped me. With you starting at a c- cup you will be fine handling 497. And remember, the right top can conceal them. Good luck to you! I'm excited for all my boobie buddies!

grownaswoman 11 Mar 2013

I got my Zofran @ Costco, it was cheaper. I did not use them. FYI....you don't have to be a member to use Costco pharmacy only. He or she went on the high end of anti-nausea medication. It looks like u have enough to handle 450+. Girl, get your twins. Good luck to you :)

wishinonaboob 11 Mar 2013

Hi Sadie, I didn't bother to get my prescription filled for the anti nausea meds and I am glad I didn't because I didn't need it. I would just wait to see how you feel and if you need it then get it filled.

Bombshell Under Construction 7 Mar 2013

Your going to look great! I was a big C cup pre breastfeeding, saggy B cup after, got 425cc mod+ silicone and ended up with 34DD's. I'm VERY happy with the size, big but they still fit my frame :) Good luck with your surgery!

SuzieQ0329 4 Mar 2013

Hi Sadie! I'm glad everything went well at your pre op & you feel so at ease with your PS & staff! Even if you still have some anxiety. If you're comfortable w him, you'll be in good hands! You should check out NoMoreBoobEnvy's profile, she had hers done about 2 weeks before me. I'm pretty sure she got 457cc also, she looks awesome! It'll go by faster than you think! I can't believe I'm almost 7 weeks post op now :)

back2meagain 4 Mar 2013

You're gonna love your new boobies...you've got nice ones already! Only a couple weeks left Eeeeeeeeeeee!

Ochy 4 Mar 2013

good luck to you!! mine is scheduled for March 23 !!!! can't wait no longer !!!!!

juliejax01 4 Mar 2013

You are my boob twin. My girls look just like yours! I'm about a large B right now.. my PS thinks i should do 400cc. Not sure if that is big enough..I'm still playing around with it in my mind. My surgery is March 22..today was my pre op too! :)

ReadyforSummer 4 Mar 2013

I'm already thinking I should go bigger. Everyone tells me to go bigger then you plan. For me I just don't want to be to big and regret. So I think I will stay with original plan of 457. Excited! I have a twin, we'll be days apart of our surgery

wishinonaboob 4 Mar 2013

Glad your pre-op appointment went well. Some anxiety is expected but I would try not to let it overcome you. Try thinking positive thoughts. It sounds really corny but it does help. I am now on post-op day 4 and I am feeling great. Before surgery I was so nervous about the recovery and it was really for nothing. I would say the 1 st day was the worst but it really wasnt bad. I was sore but not excruciating pain. You just realize how much you use your chest. I never had the feeling that I couldn't breathe either. Try not to worry things will go fine. You may want to try some relaxation techniques over the next couple of days. Happy waiting and see you in the other side soon :-)