Breast Lift: Stories

Hi, I'm 32 years old, 5'2 116 pounds and a very saggy deflated 32-34 B. My kids are now 8 and 5 yrs old and after pregnancy and breast-feeding my boobs are definitely not what they used to be. I am finished having kids so now I want to get a lift and feel better and more confident when I look in the mirror and when my husband sees me. I was a C cup before kids but I feel happy with my size now and although my husband would LOVE more cleavage, implants are just not for me.

I went to a consultation with Dr Vu here in Portland and she was great. She recommended a full lift with anchor incision with or without a small implant. I've been reading a lot of info online and reading lots of stories on real self and discovered Dr. H and his unique Ultimate Breast Lift technique. I was very curious so emailed their office and spoke with the doc over the phone. He said I am a good candidate for the mini ubl which only involves an incision around the nipple. Sounds too good to be true! He was wonderful to talk to and cautioned me with my smaller size to be really hesitant about getting the anchor scars. I am actually strongly considering traveling to Texas to go with him. It is scary to think about traveling across the country and going thru surgery by myself (my husband would have to stay home with the kiddos)

I'm still in the thinking, planning deciding stage so if all you wise women have any imput/advise I would be greatly appreciate it!

So I made my decision and I booked my mini ubl surgery with Dr. H in Texas for April 9, holy crap I can't believe it, I'm freaking out!!!

Now I'm only a a month away from my surgery! I got time off work and booked my flight and hotel. My hubby has to stay home with the kids and I was bummed about that but now I have a friend going with me so I feel much better. Still need to get my shuttle from the airport set up but besides that everything is coming together easily...I'm crazy nervous but excited!

Finally on the other side! I am now 4 days post op. Traveling back and forth to Houston and the surgery went well with no hiccups. I arrived in Houston late Sunday night, took a shuttle from the airport to the Staybridge Hotel, had my pre-op apt on Monday, surgery Tuesday morning, post op apt Wednesday afternoon and then flew back home that evening. I was so nervous and worried that I felt awful sick on monday but then after I met with Dr. Horndeski, I felt 100% better. He spent time explaining everything to me and answering my million questions.
My husband was not able to come with me because he had to stay home with our kids so my good friend (who is also a nurse) met me in Houston. We took the hotel shuttle to the grocery store to get gingerale, soup and popsicles and to and from the dr office and the surgery center. On surgery day everything went relatively smoothly. The nurse could not get my IV in which hurt so the anasthesialogist did it and I could barely feel it. Next thing I knew I was waking up with a big cast on my chest and in lots of pain. They gave me some sprite and then pain med in my IV and I immediately threw up twice. I snoozed a little and then woke up again and the nurse helped me get dressed. I took a vicodin and my friend insisted they get me something for my nausea so they put a patch behind my ear which helped immediately and immensely. I slept most of the day and night getting up only to pee and take my pain meds. I found the muscle relaxer to be the most effective at helping the pain. I sipped gingerale mostly then had some soup and popsicles around dinner time. The next day I felt better and sat propped on the couch. We went to my post-op apt around 1pm and they took of the cast and I got to have a look, that was weird! My boobs were high, crazy high and very bruised and smooshed looking. I was surprised but both Dr. H and his assistant assured me they are swollen and they will take shape and drop after wearing the underwire bra for 4-6 weeks. I asked to see pics of my surgery and he showed me some during the operation, that was cool! It's pretty amazing how he does his technique.
Traveling home the day after surgery was brutal but I was so happy to get home and start my recovery. My hubby has been so sweet taking care of the kids, house and me. I spent the next two days in bed, my kids were very concerned and we told them I had the flu. I weened off the pain med and muscle relaxer on day 3 post op and then started having a rash on my neck and stomach so called the office and they said to stop taking the antibiotic as well. I'm now only taking tylenol. I'm still having the rash today so I just took some benedryl. Has anyone else had this?
I'm noticing changes in the shape of my boobs already and finally found a comfortable and effective bra.
I'll post some more pics when I'm one week and less bruised and swollen.

I'm now one week post op and officially in the Frankenstein boob phase :-) They are swollen, high and lumpy but Elisa keeps assuring me that they will mold to my bra, smooth out and drop with time. I do notice that they look better every day. I'm still having issues with an annoying rash on my neck and stomach, really hope that subsides soon!

The rash on my neck got worse and after a whole night no sleep and endless itchiness and swollen red skin on my neck and stomach I finally caved and went and saw a doctor yesterday. Turns out I had an allergic reaction to something, probably the antibiotic or prep used in surgery. I got a prescription for prednisone (steroid) and an ointment for itch relief. Thank you God!!!
Now that the rash is under control I feel great! Mobility in my arms is so much better, I am getting my energy back and my breast shape is changing and looking better everyday! I was concerned about how high they are but Elise, Dr H's Assistant told me the higher they heal the better. She has been great at returning my emails and giving me plenty of assurance. She said gravity eventually always wins and when the swelling subsides (I'm a whole cup size bigger) they will drop a bit...makes sense! I can't believe how happy I am already, I can honestly say this whole experience was definitely worth it! My hubby had a hard time this last week seeing me in pain but I think he will be REALLY happy when I'm all healed :-)

I'm now 2 weeks post op and feeling great. I'm sleeping better and can kind of sleep on my side with the help of a million pillows. Swelling has gone down a bit and my breasts are feeling softer. My incisions are itchy and I am having lots of tingling and painless (for the most part) zaps. I'm taking all as a good sign of healing underway. My nipples are still pretty numb but are starting to pop out and the shape of my breasts continue to get a little better every day. Still trying to take it easy but its hard, I miss exercising! My husband is LOVING my new cleavage and keeps saying, "I can't believe those are yours!" :-)

Week 3 - Still lumpy and lots of pleating. Doc says it may take up to 5 months to smooth out. Feeling better and better but still no nipple sensation yet. Ordered some cute bras on sale at Nordstrom. I never used to be able to wear shaped bras before, I would just spill out the top of them. Now I fill them out so nicely, love it! Can't wait to start exercising again.