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BIG REVEAL!!! New Pics - 2 months post-op - Wayzata, MN

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  • updated 5 months ago

I am a young looking 41 year old wife and mother....

  • 2 Nov 2012

I am a young looking 41 year old wife and mother. I have always been busty, 34D, but due to having kids, gravity, and weight loss, my breasts lost their fullness. I decided to get implants to restore them to a more youthful look. I wasn't sure if I would also need a lift, and thankfully my PS said I didn't need one.

Just a few stats about me: I am 5'1", 125 lbs. I was a 34D prior to surgery. I went with Mentor, Smooth Moderate at 475cc on both sides. I had my surgery on October 11, 2012.

My surgery went well. I am now 3 weeks and 1 day post Op. The hardest thing for me has been sleeping. It has been very uncomfortable and I wake up very stiff and sore. I am also wondering why my implants seem so firm when I am sleeping and wake up in the morning. does anyone else have this issue? They do soften up after I start to move around, so that's reassuring. My left side has been more bothersome than my right, which has been consistent from day 1. My right side has been perfect! So my left is still a little more swollen and seems to be more sore than the right if I do too much. Is this normal?

It's hard waiting for them to drop. I worry that they either won't, or that they will be uneven. My doctor didn't wrap me after surgery and does not recommend massage either. He says he has found it doesn't make a difference in the recovery process. He says it's better to leave them alone and let nature take it's course. I do worry though because it seems that most doctors are the opposite. Any thoughts?

I am going through a little depression now. I don't have any regrets, it's just hard to wait to look "normal" again. It's also hard hiding my condition because I haven't really told anyone.

Okay, sorry I haven't posted an update! After...

  • 8 Nov 2012
Okay, sorry I haven't posted an update! After talking to my PS's nurse, I decided to just wait to see the doctor at my 6 week check-up like originally planned. I talked over the concerns I was having and she said as long as I didn't have any sudden swelling, redness/rashes, sudden pain, and no fever, that there wasn't anything to be alarmed about. I am exactly 4 weeks post-op today, and the nurse said that since I was displaying any of those symptoms, the doc wouldn't be able to do anything. I am still too early in my recovery and he doesn't do any corrective surgeries until after 4-6 months of recovery. I guess it takes that long for things to heal and settle. It's so hard waiting!!! But I am feeling better everyday, and I FINALLY feel like I am back to my pre-surgery self, as far as sleeping and being able to regular daily things. I'm still trying not to over-do, as I'm still healing and I don't want to "ruin" anything or cause problems. I really feel like 3 1/2 weeks was the turning point for me. I can now tell that they are starting to settle down more into place and they are starting to soften up. They also don't seen to be as high at the end of the day. I realize that at 1 month of recovery, I just need to relax and let nature takes its course. I also have noticed that being more active is helping them drop and soften up.

Today I finally found a bra that is comfortable....

  • 12 Nov 2012
Today I finally found a bra that is comfortable. My husband wasn't very thrilled because I chose comfort over looks. He understands though and is just happy that I am finally more comfortable, and now I am able to start wearing more things. I am anxious to see my PS this Friday for my 5/6 week check-up. I have MANY questions!

According to my PS, about 80% of women who have a...

  • 27 Nov 2012
According to my PS, about 80% of women who have a BA, wish they had gone bigger. I NEVER thought I would say this, but now that they have settled more and pretty much all the swelling has gone down, I wish had done 500cc. I know it's crazy! I was sorta of scared going up to 475cc from my original plan of 400-425cc. I guess it's just nerve wracking not really knowing exactly how they will turn out. It's not like a blowing up a balloon where you can easily just let the air out if it gets too big. Oh well, I am still VERY happy with my results and would rather not look like a freak. LOL!

7 wks Post-Op So my update is this: I feel...

  • 30 Nov 2012
7 wks Post-Op

So my update is this: I feel like I someone is poking my nipples with a thousand needles! Not really, of course. Apparently I am at the point of recovery when the nerves in and around my nips are starting to "wake up". I have had most of the feeling back in them since about week #2, but now it seems the rest is coming back. It's not a constant pain, it comes and goes, but it definitely is not pleasant. Yesterday we were at the Mall of America and it started, so I was nonchalantly trying to "hold" my left breast as we shopped. LOL! I'm still numb on the lower part of each breast, but it doesn't bother me, just is kinda weird. I'm just happy i have feeling back in both my nips. That's more important, right!?! LOL!!! Needless to say, this boob recovery thing is very interesting. I hope everyone else is doing well! :)

So, I know that every style of bra is different,...

  • 2 Dec 2012
So, I know that every style of bra is different, and this may change the size needed for that type of bra. I was wondering though if anyone else feels like they are getting bigger as they drop and fluff. I think this is happening to me, and I really don't want them to get much bigger! YIKES!!!!!!!

I am 7 1/2 weeks post op and the incision site...

  • 2 Dec 2012
I am 7 1/2 weeks post op and the incision site under my left implant started to itch a lot in the last 2 days. There doesn't seem to be any redness and it looks fully healed to me. I have not had any issues with it in the past. Should I be worried? What could it be?

I am now just over 2 months post-op and everyday I...

  • 16 Dec 2012
I am now just over 2 months post-op and everyday I am more happy about my decision to get implants. The uncomfortable recovery is soooo worth it. I decided to take the plunge and post a pic so everyone can really see my results so far.

So, I asked my PS to send me the pictures that...

  • 18 Dec 2012
So, I asked my PS to send me the pictures that were taken right before I had my surgery. I am grossed out and embarrassed that I even looked like that before surgery! I didn't realize how bad I looked. I really don't want anyone to see, but I know that it might help someone else with their own surgery decision.

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Happy11 22 Dec 2012
Well, I didn't need a lift, I just didn't have much tIssue below the nipple and crease. Dos that make sense? I'm not sure if he created a bigger pocket or not.
MiaKat 22 Dec 2012
Maybe he lowered your crease. I've seen other girls have that done. I can't remember what the name for that is though. I know I didn't have that done.
redwall1 23 Dec 2012
My PS brought down the crease on one side for me because that breast was smaller. He explained that if he just left it alone, that nipple wud be higher because I didn't have as much breast tissue on that side. I think it makes sense. Hope that helps!
Happy11 22 Dec 2012
And would you say that you didn't have a lot of tissue between your nipple and the incision?
MiaKat 22 Dec 2012
I'm not sure what you mean, but my PS said that I didn't need a lift. He said my breasts just sit lower on my chest giving the appearance that they are more saggy than they really are. Does that answer your question?
Kooberry (RealFriend) 19 Dec 2012
you look great kat! MUCH, MUCH BETTER THAN PRE-OP!! Thanks for having the courage to post and help ladies along on their BA journey.
smilesndimples 18 Dec 2012
yes I have to agree with the comment below, that bikini shot is amazing! I want that look!
redwall1 18 Dec 2012
WOW you look fabulous!!!!
Wanna b boobalicious 17 Dec 2012
Va, va, voom in that bikini! Looking great.
Tall Mama Bear 8 Dec 2012
It could possibly be scar tissue that is itching you? I am getting my BA in less than two weeks but have had three c-sections and my incision site from those did itch some in the beginning and I felt like it was from the scar tissue forming. It did get better and is totally gone now. Nothing I had to see a Dr. for. Hope it gets better!
MiaKat 10 Dec 2012
Thank you Hawkeye, I didn't think of that! It has stopped so I'm not worried now. :)
Limaboro 30 Nov 2012
What size did this put you at?
MiaKat 30 Nov 2012
I'm wearing a 34DD right now, I don't think it will change, but who really knows! LOL!
Limaboro 30 Nov 2012
Oh! I am starting at a 34 A and hoping to achieve a small to full D. I was thinking 450 cc's silicone but I don't know?!!
MiaKat 30 Nov 2012
That might sound about right. Have you talked with your PS about it? Everyone's body is so different. The same cc's can be so different on someone else. A good PS will guide you through the decision making process. Just remember, it needs to ultimately be YOUR decision, along with your PS. Don't necessarily base it on all the advice you get from this website. Although it is all good and well-intended advice, your PS is the only one who will be able to accurately help you, based on his being able to physically measure you, and know you personally. Something that you cannot get from here. Good luck and keep me posted! :)
Limaboro 30 Nov 2012
Thanks for your advice MiaKat :) It makes sense not to base my size choice on solely my research on this website. My PS (initial BA appointment) however, told me I had to pick the size and she gave me sizes to take home! I have one more appointment where I have to give them back to her a tell her what cc's I want. Then the surgery in Jan. !!! So I'm just a little unsure and somewhat stressed. I'll keep you posted. Thanks :)
Limaboro 30 Nov 2012
*sizers
Wanna b boobalicious 3 Dec 2012
limaboro, use the sizers to figure where you want to be. Put on sometops while you have them on. I started out a 36 and only wore t-shirts (no bras for over 10 years) I got 500cc's and I'm now a 36D.
Limaboro 4 Dec 2012
Thank-you! You mean you were less than an A cup prior tho BA then?? This is helpful :)
LuvMyBoyfriend 27 Nov 2012
You look great! I think we all think "maybe I should have gone bigger"... when really we forget how we looked before and that what we have is an improvement. I think you look great! Give them time to drop and fluff... I hope you will love them!
Kooberry (RealFriend) 19 Nov 2012
Any pre/post op piks to share mia??  Sorry to hear your breast is sore. At 11 months post op mine still have a "dull,achey feeling". I can relate to how you feel.  my nipples have lost some sensation too, (sigh)  Other than that I'm pretty happy with the shape/perkiness. Mine finally obtained a nice shape around the 3 month mark. waiting sucks! LOL 
MiaKat 27 Nov 2012
I haven't posted any pics because I am leery of pervs cruising this website. I also really don't want to put ANY nude/semi-nude photos of myself on the internet. I could post some with clothes, but it might be hard to tell what "the girls" look like.. The soreness in my left breast is very minimal now, with just some very minor swelling. Other than that, I am happy. I am wondering when the feeling will come back on the "under" sides of my breasts. I can pinch myself and not feel it at all. My mom said it could take up to a year. I do have feeling back in both my nipples now, so I'm glad about that.
MiaKat 27 Nov 2012
Kooberry, I finally found some pics to post on my profile.
MiaKat 19 Nov 2012
UPDATE!!! I had my 6 week post-op appointment and I couldn't be happier! I was concerned that my left side still seems like it has some swelling and from the beginning has always been more sensitive. I thought that since I am right handed, that my right breast would be more sensitive and take longer to drop and soften. BOY WAS I WRONG! It turns out, as explained by my PS, that it's your non-dominate side that could have more swelling, be more sensitive, and take longer to drop. Apparently the muscles on my right side are used to being used more and can accommodate being stressed out. The muscles on my left side aren't, so the implant is going to cause the left side to take longer to heal. It makes total sense. I wish I had asked about this earlier, it would have saved me a lot of stress. Also, I asked him about "morning boob". He said it's because at night the muscles won't be as loose as they are during the day when they are getting "exercised" and "stretched" out. So that's why they seem firmer in the morning. I have found that wearing a sleep bra at night helps to eliminate this feeling and prevents me from uncomfortable when I sleep and I don't wake up sore in the morning. The good news is that my PS said I am now past the critical period where I would develop complications from the surgery. He said they are dropping nicely. He also showed me the pictures that we took before surgery, and I could not believe the difference. In fact, I couldn't believe that I had looked that bad before my BA! I told him that I wanted him to burn those pics! LOL! My next appointment is for 6 months post-op, and then he will take more pictures. I am sooooo glad I did this!!!!
jensy73 20 Nov 2012
I would love to see pics if you haven't burned them already!! Lol! I'm thinking I will get somewhere between 400-450 cc's. I'm scared about them ending up too big!

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