POSTED UNDER Breast Implants Reviews REVIEWS
Breast Augmentation (375cc/425cc HP) - Very pleased with my overall results! - Savannah, GA
ORIGINAL POST
03/18/13: Exactly 3 weeks from now... I will...
WORTH IT$5,250
03/18/13: Exactly 3 weeks from now...
I will be having my surgery. It's also the same week I turn 31. My husband said that'll be his birthday present for me this year. I have his full support for he's seen how much nursing has affected my confidence when I lost 2 cup sizes. I have no issues about every other part of my body except my saggy, one-bigger-than-the-other, deflated breasts - and this is only after nursing one child.
I am 5'4", 123 lbs. I wore 36 B before pregnancy (roughly 4 years ago). I've worn 38 C during nursing, and now I'm down to 34 A or 36 A/AA.
I hope to see a support system on this site, as this is what brought me here the first place. I'm a few weeks from surgery and I am already feeling jittery about going under the knife; I worry more about not being able to fully take care of my 3 year old for about a week since I will not be at my 100% strength to attend to her needs (between driving to/from school and bathing her)... I am though, fortunate enough to have 2 good friends to visit for 3 days to help out here and there.
I have done my research; I will be cleaning the house for the next 3 weekends. I will stock up the pantry with food and so's the freezer with TV dinners (not my first choice but I know my limits). Even though I intend to be out of work for only a week (I have a 8.5 hour office job where I sit in front of the computer all day), I've already completed most work requirements through mid-April as of last week.
I just need to prepare my emotions for the actual surgery day and beyond. I'm not quite there yet... For now, all I know is in less than a month, I will look more of a woman that what I look like today. I have been selfless for quite a while so this time, I'm doing this for me.
JeannieBee30's provider
UPDATED FROM JeannieBee30
20 days pre
03/19/13: As promised, here are more of my...
03/19/13: As promised, here are more of my pre-surgery pictures.
Replies (6)
March 20, 2013
The pics with the rice test look great. Go for it
March 20, 2013
I am so excited for you! I have almost identical stats- I'm 31, 5'3" 117-118lbs and I breastfed two children for a combined three years. I went from a 32B to a 32DD while breastfeeding and now I'm left with barely an A. :( I am also having surgery on April 8th! I'm planning on 400cc silicone, but haven't completely decided on profile yet. I'm so worried about a very round "fake" look....what size/type implants are you getting?
I'm also trying to get my home prepared for my recovery. Between my boyfriend and I, we have four kids- 3, 8, 8 and 11. So my life is usually pretty crazy between caring for them and going to school full time. He is amazing and will help in every way, but I'm a little worried about how much the recovery will take out of me.
I'm looking forward to your updates! :)
March 20, 2013
What a coincidence! We have a total of 4 kids too; 3 from my husband's prior marriage. We have a 15, 9, 7 and a 3 year old and all girls. I'm not a fulltime mom for the first three though. You do have your hands full! I'm going for 350cc (R) and 400cc (L) too and the doctor suggested Mentor high profile silicone gel. We're doing subpectoral so it may be a little more painful and recovery may take longer. You're a 32A so 400cc would appear to look bigger on you compared to me since I'm wider (I wear 36A). I have broad shoulders, wider rib cage for my height and not-so-large hips.I think I'm 34.5-27.5-36 so if I could add a little less than 2 inches on top I'd be thrilled!
I look forward to your updates too! Good luck to both of us! =)
March 20, 2013
Thank you for starting your journey on RealSelf. You will find a very supportive community to help you through your surgery...and after. Glad to hear you are doing this for yourself! Keep in mind, it is completely normal to feel nervous and think about this nonstop for the next few weeks. Regarding your three year old, can she climb in and out of her carseat on her own? Maybe you could work on a few "all by myself" things over the next few weeks. I would also suggest stocking up on a few books to read...quiet time with her while mommy is healing. :) Keep us posted!
March 21, 2013
Hi BethH! Yes, I've been having restless nights thinking about this whole thing. At the same time I've been staying up late too doing more cleaning and reorganizing since I will be incapable of doing a range of motion for a couple of weeks.
To answer you question, my daughter gets in and out of her carseat by herself. The only thing she's not able to do is buckle herself in (which I don't expect her to learn at the moment) and bathing. Great news is that a friend will help out for the next 2 days and another friend assist the following 2 days... So I think I may be covered. =)
UPDATED FROM JeannieBee30
17 days pre
03/22/13: Throughout the week I had more questions...
03/22/13: Throughout the week I had more questions I'd like to get answered so I went ahead and seen another PS locally (Charleston, SC). I pretty much know the answers because I've been researching online but it still helps to get a face-to-face confirmation from a doctor. I tried on some sizers and I'm sticking with 350 CC HP for my right breast and 400 CC HP for my left breast. I may and probably will go up by 25 CC just because it's going under the muscles. I bought a 36 C underwire bra last weekend and brought it with me and used that as my guide to achieve a 36 cup C breasts.
I'm getting more and more antsy everyday. Between the sleepless nights, continuous cleaning so I don't have to clean as much on and after surgery, I'm just getting exhausted. I have 2 more weeks with 3 weekends total... I'm training my 3 year old to do more and more things on her own and reminding her not to hug mommy too tight for mommy has "booboos on her boobies". I'm fortunate to have 2 girl friends to stay with me for 4 days in a row after surgery day - they can help me bathe and dress the little one.
The list continues. I got the labwork faxed over this morning and my results looks great. I got the Hibiclens anti-microbial soap in the mail today. I'm getting my armpits waxed tomorrow. My prescriptions, well I tried to drop them off this afternoon but they told me it's out-of-state so they'll have to make phone calls and the offices are already closed - so I'll wait for Monday. I've purchased 5 bras so far. Once or twice a week I'd play "dress up"; I'll place my "rice test paddings" on my 36 C bras, put some clothes on and take pictures. I'd wear a dress, t-shirt, tank top, night gown, anything I can think of - just to help myself evaluate if it's 'too big or too small'. It may be shallow but It's fun and exciting.
I also managed to lose weight within the last couple of weeks. 2 weeks ago I was as 123 lbs and I decided I would like to be no more than 120 lbs come to surgery date. With a little cut backs here and there and staying more active than normal, I was able to lose over 2 lbs. I'm at 120.8 lbs this morning.
Got to go for now. Floor scrubbing is next on my list... Ugh.
I'm getting more and more antsy everyday. Between the sleepless nights, continuous cleaning so I don't have to clean as much on and after surgery, I'm just getting exhausted. I have 2 more weeks with 3 weekends total... I'm training my 3 year old to do more and more things on her own and reminding her not to hug mommy too tight for mommy has "booboos on her boobies". I'm fortunate to have 2 girl friends to stay with me for 4 days in a row after surgery day - they can help me bathe and dress the little one.
The list continues. I got the labwork faxed over this morning and my results looks great. I got the Hibiclens anti-microbial soap in the mail today. I'm getting my armpits waxed tomorrow. My prescriptions, well I tried to drop them off this afternoon but they told me it's out-of-state so they'll have to make phone calls and the offices are already closed - so I'll wait for Monday. I've purchased 5 bras so far. Once or twice a week I'd play "dress up"; I'll place my "rice test paddings" on my 36 C bras, put some clothes on and take pictures. I'd wear a dress, t-shirt, tank top, night gown, anything I can think of - just to help myself evaluate if it's 'too big or too small'. It may be shallow but It's fun and exciting.
I also managed to lose weight within the last couple of weeks. 2 weeks ago I was as 123 lbs and I decided I would like to be no more than 120 lbs come to surgery date. With a little cut backs here and there and staying more active than normal, I was able to lose over 2 lbs. I'm at 120.8 lbs this morning.
Got to go for now. Floor scrubbing is next on my list... Ugh.
Replies (20)
March 23, 2013
Hi! My surgery is the day after yours and I too am worried about taking care of my little one. He is only 10 months old. I breast fed for 7 and basically lost any tiny boobs I had. We have similar stats imam 5'4, 126, and a 34A. I am getting 400 cc mentor moderate plus. I don't want the high profile because I do not like the super round look. I completely understand your emotional struggle. I am super excited but extremely anxious at the same time. Good luck getting everything ready for the big day I need to start doing that too! You are definitely ahead of me in that department. I think it is great that you are doing something for yourself. Sometimes as parents we forget to take care of ourselves too. Good luck!
March 23, 2013
Hi! I can imagine the concern with the baby. Is your partner going to be around to help you during the first couple of days? Do you have family or friends within the area? Maybe they can assist you for a couple of hours during the day/evening time. I asked my friends to hook me up for a day or two while recovery. My husband will be staying home on day 1 and my 3 year old will be in school all day during the week.
I completely agree - now we're parents we're no longer priorities. It's all about our children now. I'm lucky to have a supportive husband who offered me the surgery that I've long forgotten because of my daughter. Good luck to you too! Let's keep up with our progress and journey!
March 23, 2013
My husband is in the middle of military training so he works long hours. But when he is home he will certainly be a big help. Luckily my mother in law is coming into town to help with my little one for about four days. The hardest part for me is going to be not picking up my little guy for a little while, but it will all be ok. :) I have been obsessing about size! I am starting to think I should go up to 425ccs. I think I will call m dr. On Monday. That is the problem with so much waiting time, I have time to obsess and be anxious about everything. Are you getting any scar strips or anything for post op? Where is your incision going to be if you don't mind me asking?
March 25, 2013
I've been slightly obsessed with the sizing as well. =) every break time I get from work or home I go online and surf for more before and after pictures of a "twin" to see which size is suitable for me. Let me know what the doctor says when you call him tomorrow about bumping up to 425. I wouldn't think it'll be an issue. Either way the bottom line is it's your body and your decision on what you'd want. I haven't thought of scar strips. I guess I can ask him tomorrow when I make my payment. Exactly 2 more weeks from now would be my surgery. woohoo!! I will have inframammary incision. how about you?
March 27, 2013
I went back to my doctors office and did the sizers again. We went with 425 although they did remind me that it will ultimately be up to my doctor during surgery because he will put what works best with my anatomy and is closest to my goal. I will have the same incision site as you. I think I am done searching for photos now. :) I am just waiting impatiently for the big day. Less than 2 weeks to go. Woooo. Ill start getting nervous the closer it gets I know. I am just worried about being able to take care of my little guy, but I will never stop worrying about that so I'm sure it will all work out ok. I bought some scar strips from CVS. I read that as long as it is silicone strips that it doesn't matter what brand you get they are pretty much all the same, so I bought the scar away brand. Good luck with the waiting I hope time goes by quickly for both of us.
March 27, 2013
I'm glad you're done searching for photos... I said that to myself when my doctor and I finalized it last Monday and I didn't, for a little bit, but I still look at pictures from time to time... I shouldn't though. The doctor said the scar strips are optional. What brand did you get? I will add that on my list. I did, however, buy palmer's coco butter from Wal-Mart and I started massaging my breast with it since Monday night. I'm not prone to stretch marks but I want to avoid it as much as possible. It was my husband who suggested it as I did the same thing a couple of months before I had my daughter... Good luck to you too! I literally am all packed up and ready to go - clothing, prescriptions, heating pads, etc... I wish I can press fast forward for both of us. I'm sure you are as ready as I am. :) Keep in touch!
March 31, 2013
It is. Something about the moderates the doc says will help with the large space I have between my breasts. Not entirely sure how it all works out,but I definitely trust him so we shall see.
April 1, 2013
Im still confused on that issue. I know I want 500 cc. Might have to just trust him on the hp issue. I dont like how the hp's look when they just get done and the time it takes to drop varies for everyone. Some people look like they have 2 boobs after surgery and some look ok.
April 1, 2013
Hi caribmama,
The moderates are narrower than the hp's. Here's what I gathered from the Mentor website:
Moderate plus: 500cc - diameter: 14.1 cm, projection: 4.4 cm
High profile: 500cc - 13.2 cm, projection: 5.3 cm
With your profile, I think the hp's would be perfect for you just like what your ps suggested. You're tall with narrow ribcage, so the hp would fit perfectly on your chest and bring out more projection or perkiness.
In Cherie29's case, the moderates will work better since she has a large space in between her breasts. Moderates are wider and will make her breasts appear closer to each other.
April 1, 2013
I'm sorry, I stand corrected. What I meant is that the moderates are slightly wider, not narrower than the hp's...
March 25, 2013
Hello ladies, I'm going to my BA April 3 I'm nervous and exited at the same time. My physical appointment is tomorrow I'm 32 years two kids my high is 5'8, 140lbs and my actual bra size is 34B but not completely filled. I'm thinking of 400cc also will see what happen tomorrow in my pre-op.
March 25, 2013
oh wow you're almost there! 10 more days!! You're 4 inches taller than me, more slender and already a B so my guess is you'd be about a full C/small D. Is that what you're aiming for?
March 25, 2013
Yes i will like something like that, i have big hips, i wear size 9 in pants so i hope they look good and natural,
March 25, 2013
that will look beautiful and natural on you! I have small hips, I can wear size 3 and 5 juniors, but I wear a 36 band so I think I can pull a 36 C off. =) are you working if I may ask?
March 25, 2013
I work fulltime. My 3 year old is in k3. I will be taking a week vacation on april 8 onwards. My husband and girl friends will be assisting me that week. who will be caring for your baby boy?
March 25, 2013
OK, well I'm going to spend the first 5 days in my friends house because my husband is a soldier and he is not here right now. After those 5 day I'll be in my house but i have several friends close friends.
March 25, 2013
That's great! I'm sure we'll miss playing and carrying our little ones but it'll be for our own good, in the long run. let us know of your progress after BA... and post pics!
Replies (0)