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I'm not really sure how to blog, but here goes...
Boobies4MamaFebruary 16, 2012
WORTH IT$4,600
I'm not really sure how to blog, but here goes nothing!! I am 31 and a mother of 5. I birthed 4 of them and 2 being twins. My body has been put thru the ringer to say the least! I had my 3 big kids by the time I was 20. I have wanted to get implants since 2001. I had a great body (and boobs) before children. Now in my eyes I think I look awful in a mirror. I am covered in stretch marks and tiny boobs. My husband ( LOVE HIM BUNCHES) thinks I am amazing just how I am. This surgery will be for me and how I feel about myself.
I am sure I am not the only one to feel this way, but when the time is right with your husband, boyfriend, spouse...etc... I myself did not like him to touch my boobs. I guess because I know how small they are and how uncomfortable I am with them. I guess I felt like he would feel like I am less of a woman because of it. It takes so much courage just to be naked in the light in front of him. I have to say my husband has done an amazing job of making me feel as comfortable as I can be in front of someone else naked. I am still very unhappy and uncomfortable looking in the mirror without clothes. I really just want to feel like a woman. I want to be comfortable in my own skin. I think having this done will help me a lot. I am 5'0-5'1 and 125-130lbs.
The Dr says I am a Neg B. I am planning on getting 400cc. I am going under the muscle with Mentor memory gel. I go in this Friday Feb 17 for my pre-op. My surgery is going to be on Feb 23. I will NOT be getting a pain pump. It was offered and I decided not to get it. I hope that was the right decision..... I have been feeling lots of anxiety. Throwing up when I think about it and walking circles around my house. What eased me was reading post on here and watching videos on youtube. I am much better today than I was yesterday. I found zip up sports bras at Wal-Mart and I plan on getting those. I am also gonna get button up PJ'S. I WANT TO THANK ALL OF YOU!!! All of the post. This site at helped me more than I can say!!! Thank you all so much for all of your post and comments!!
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February 16, 2012
I myself have 2 children, 2 and 5 year old. I am 5'1 and 125. I have choosen to go with 420 cc saline under the muscle and am scheduled for 22 Feb. I found this website to be very helpful with what you need before and after surgery. Good luck
February 17, 2012
Thank you!! You are having your surgery the day before me. I have found this site to be amazing to say the least. I am still nervous but reading everything has helped. I have pre-op today and will decide for sure what I am going. Kepp me updated on ya and good luck!!
February 17, 2012
I had my aug last Friday, I understand the anxiety completely. My stomach was in knots, I couldn't eat properly, it was terrible. Ask your PS for Xanax and take it nightly about 3 nights before, if you have to take half a pill the day before, I promise it's so worth it. I used the last ones this week to sleep and as a muscle relaxer.
You'll have great results. I nursed my kids for 18 and 16 months, I used to have nice boobs but not after that!
The night before, take some time to stretch, close your eyes, breathe an visualize how you're going to look in the Summer by the pool. Picture the way you want to look. It helps get you centered.
I'm so happy I did it, but last week I was having a hard time with it, I know how you feel!!!!!
You'll have great results. I nursed my kids for 18 and 16 months, I used to have nice boobs but not after that!
The night before, take some time to stretch, close your eyes, breathe an visualize how you're going to look in the Summer by the pool. Picture the way you want to look. It helps get you centered.
I'm so happy I did it, but last week I was having a hard time with it, I know how you feel!!!!!
February 17, 2012
I have been put to sleep before... That's why I'm not so sure why I am freaking out this much. I have pre-op this morning. I was up at 1am thinking about it. When I got out of bed it took everything I had not to throw up. I have been throwing up when I think about it. It's awful!!! I will for sure ask my PS today about some Xanax or something like it. Thank you for the tips!!!
UPDATED FROM Boobies4Mama
6 days pre
Today was my pre-op. It went well. I decided for...
Boobies4MamaFebruary 17, 2012
Today was my pre-op. It went well. I decided for sure on 400cc. I am kinda starting to doubt it though. It just looks really big. Everyone I have shown the pic to says they look perfect. Mt PS gave me some meds.... Not really as much as I wanted :) I was hoping for something to help me sleep after and he said no.
I then went to the hospital to do my pre-op with them. Everyone seemed really nice and understanding. I am still nervous though. I am a little bit more excited than I was yesterday or the day before that. It's just a waiting game now. I have to be at the hospital at 6am and surgery at 8am (est).
I guess it's time to start getting everything I need!!!
I then went to the hospital to do my pre-op with them. Everyone seemed really nice and understanding. I am still nervous though. I am a little bit more excited than I was yesterday or the day before that. It's just a waiting game now. I have to be at the hospital at 6am and surgery at 8am (est).
I guess it's time to start getting everything I need!!!
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February 17, 2012
what i was told is you have to remember that its going behind your muscle. They always look bigger with the implant in a sports bra. i think they'll look nice and you'll be happy
UPDATED FROM Boobies4Mama
4 days pre
So it's 4 days till my surgery. I am having a...
Boobies4MamaFebruary 19, 2012
So it's 4 days till my surgery. I am having a "freak out" moment right now. I know I will be ok though. I had pre-op on Friday. They said I am in really good health and I will come out of this with flying colors...and boobies :) I am a little worried though about going 400cc. I don't want to look fake. I want to look as real as I can plus I want to have the bounce action still. I think that 400cc might take that away from me. Anyone with pointers please help!!! You can look at my pic and kinda judge. I am pushing 5'1 and I am 130lbs. I am looking for ANY outside options on this whole matter. I am getting Mentor Memory Gel under the muscle. Everyone says they are smaller once in than when I am wearing the sizer. I guess we will see....
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February 19, 2012
Are you getting high profile or mod plus? That will make somewhat of a difference but I recommend trying on the sizers with some of your shirts. I just had surgery thursday and went with 475cc HP Mentor silicone gel. I think 400cc is a safe size for your height, but you have to go with your instincts!!
February 20, 2012
I am getting HP. My PS said that is the only kind that will fit my frame. I have heard that you will be smaller after you get them than what you look like in the sizer. How much truth do you think there is to that? Help!! That is what I am freaking out about is size. I really do not want to look like a crazy [RS bleep] star...lol.
February 20, 2012
Don't worry!!! The docs are experts, they know what will look good, I told my doc no coconut boobs for me!!! Also remember, ur boobs right after surgery will not be the final look. What i did is look at as many pics of women straight after surgery so I could be prepared for these "high riders" and take a look at how their boobs change with time. You will be fine!!!
February 20, 2012
I know. I have looked at lots of before and after pictures. My Dr said between 300cc and 400cc. I was thing I would go 350cc but then again that is not very much difference. I'm gona call tomorrow and talk to him.
What about a bag? What should I pack? I will be away from home 4 days. I will also be driving (a 6 speed) 2 hours home on my fourth day out of surgery. Any great pointers are welcome!!
What about a bag? What should I pack? I will be away from home 4 days. I will also be driving (a 6 speed) 2 hours home on my fourth day out of surgery. Any great pointers are welcome!!
February 20, 2012
Another girl on here, Hyattsville stated the difference between 300 & 400 or 450 & 500 is a few tablespoons, so don't let the "cc" size overwhelm you. Originally I thought I would do a max of 450cc but I ended up with 425/475 (one breast larger than the other). Now that I do recommend, if you have assymetry, don't be afraid to get it fixed! After all you are paying for bigger, why not symmetry too?
Are you staying at a hotel? Or is it a place where a nurse or someone will be there for you? You will want the help for the small things, opening medicine bottles, getting you more water (drink a crazy amount of water!!!) help with going to the restroom, that first wonderful shower. I was feeling great by the 4 th day but I also had a tummy tuck scar revision so that makes it a tad bit harder to give you the best estimate of recovery. But if I think about just my boob recovery, I would say I could probably function well by the fifth day. We went to. The mall but I didn't dare drive, but if I had to I guess it could have. I have an automatic car, could you possibly swap yours with someone else? I am not sure if the gear changing will be good
Back to bag to pack:
gauze and medical tape (replace theirs),
chapstick
jug type water container with bendy straws (I have one with a lid so my straw stays in place)
box of soft tissues
Soft, comfy socks 2 pair
Heat pack (plug in) for your back pain (again might just be from the bending over - I am not allowed to stand up straight so I won't stretch the stitches)
Makeup wipe remover cloths (God send!) even if you don't wear make up its nice to wash your face (bring face lotion), I also purchased some Huggies wipes so I could "bathe" myself before the first shower
Throat lozenges: my throat hurt after they had the tube down my throat during surgery, those strawberry/cream ones are nice
Books or tablet device (IPad) so you can read (if you like to), DVDs to watch to pass the time, even though you are drugged most of the time you may not want to sleep
2 pairs Satin PJ's - these really help with moving around in the bed! It makes a huge difference!! Having the second pair will be nice after your first shower.
Ask doc for transderm-Scop patches for additional nausea help if you suffer from motion sickness, I had Zofran but I still got sick on the drive home after surgery and the next day for my post-op appt.
Soft headbands for your hair, if it gets in you way of your face
I purchased a bra from JC Penney (do not recommend) but another online (http://www.amazon.com/Moving-Comfort-Womens-Grace-Medium/dp/B002T1FR9W/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1329736035&sr=8-7) it's really nice (don't put it in the dryer as it can shrink) as the JC Penney one made me itchy, I am buying another moving comfort one but I am going to get XL (current one is a large), they run small (i am 5'11" and wide in the shoulders, I am usually a medium). The great thing about these bras is you can then use them for working out (once approved by your doc)
With regard to pain meds, not sure if you are getting Lortab or Percocet, but I requested Percocet because of the scar revision. If you have a low pain tolerance, I would rec the perco, but it does constipate you!!! So bring some milk of mag or stimulant laxatives, I have drank so much water but I still have issues with the poops!!
Well hope this helps, also review Makenzie, she works for RealSelf but also just had "twins" lol
Are you staying at a hotel? Or is it a place where a nurse or someone will be there for you? You will want the help for the small things, opening medicine bottles, getting you more water (drink a crazy amount of water!!!) help with going to the restroom, that first wonderful shower. I was feeling great by the 4 th day but I also had a tummy tuck scar revision so that makes it a tad bit harder to give you the best estimate of recovery. But if I think about just my boob recovery, I would say I could probably function well by the fifth day. We went to. The mall but I didn't dare drive, but if I had to I guess it could have. I have an automatic car, could you possibly swap yours with someone else? I am not sure if the gear changing will be good
Back to bag to pack:
gauze and medical tape (replace theirs),
chapstick
jug type water container with bendy straws (I have one with a lid so my straw stays in place)
box of soft tissues
Soft, comfy socks 2 pair
Heat pack (plug in) for your back pain (again might just be from the bending over - I am not allowed to stand up straight so I won't stretch the stitches)
Makeup wipe remover cloths (God send!) even if you don't wear make up its nice to wash your face (bring face lotion), I also purchased some Huggies wipes so I could "bathe" myself before the first shower
Throat lozenges: my throat hurt after they had the tube down my throat during surgery, those strawberry/cream ones are nice
Books or tablet device (IPad) so you can read (if you like to), DVDs to watch to pass the time, even though you are drugged most of the time you may not want to sleep
2 pairs Satin PJ's - these really help with moving around in the bed! It makes a huge difference!! Having the second pair will be nice after your first shower.
Ask doc for transderm-Scop patches for additional nausea help if you suffer from motion sickness, I had Zofran but I still got sick on the drive home after surgery and the next day for my post-op appt.
Soft headbands for your hair, if it gets in you way of your face
I purchased a bra from JC Penney (do not recommend) but another online (http://www.amazon.com/Moving-Comfort-Womens-Grace-Medium/dp/B002T1FR9W/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1329736035&sr=8-7) it's really nice (don't put it in the dryer as it can shrink) as the JC Penney one made me itchy, I am buying another moving comfort one but I am going to get XL (current one is a large), they run small (i am 5'11" and wide in the shoulders, I am usually a medium). The great thing about these bras is you can then use them for working out (once approved by your doc)
With regard to pain meds, not sure if you are getting Lortab or Percocet, but I requested Percocet because of the scar revision. If you have a low pain tolerance, I would rec the perco, but it does constipate you!!! So bring some milk of mag or stimulant laxatives, I have drank so much water but I still have issues with the poops!!
Well hope this helps, also review Makenzie, she works for RealSelf but also just had "twins" lol
February 20, 2012
I really did not expect getting implants would be such an emotional roller coaster. I am almost drained. I know I have done it to myself, but gosh!! Thank you so much for help with the list!! My PS gave me Percocet. He gave me 40 plus a pain patch. I am thinking I should be good. I would hope so at least. I will be staying with my mother in law before and after surgery. I do have a Suburban but I can not drive it up. I have to drive my husband's car. I am leaving him here alone with the 5 kids for 5 days. They can not all fit in the car so I have to leave him my truck. Believe me... I did not want to drive the car. I guess as long as I can get myself to the interstate I should be good. It's pretty much all HWY the whole way home. Thank you so much for your help!!!
February 20, 2012
Oh my gosh! 5 kids for 5 days! Yikes, what will your house look like afterwards!!! You might have to get you M-In-L to drive you home, then clean your house!!!
February 20, 2012
I know right!!! We are cleaning now. Getting everything done that needs to be done plus everything we have been putting off. I am hoping that the kids will be good and clean up after themselves. A 12yr old and 3 10 yr olds should know how to clean up pretty good. The 5yr old can help too!!!
March 10, 2012
Thanks for the list of things to pack. I am scheduled for 3/22 very nervous and excited.
December 31, 2014
Somehow found this after searching even though it's from a long time ago & am thrilled! This is such a great detailed list! Thanks for the help!
December 31, 2014
I still check this blog. Sorry I dont update though. If you have any questions I would be happy to answer them for you
Thank you for being brave enough to start your story and share your photos here on RealSelf. We'll be here for you through this journey!