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I'm ecstatic! Petite frame; 5' 127lbs currently...
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I'm ecstatic! Petite frame; 5' 127lbs currently 34A (yuck), desire to be a full C/borderline D (450-500cc's??? - I don't know), Silicone. My fear is too not go big enough, and later have regrets. About me: I've been wanting to get a BA for what seems like forever and now my dream will soon be a reality. I have 5 children ages 13-24. I was a teen mom, at age, so It's been a long time coming. My husband was always against PS, until our recent trip to the nude beach in St Marteen, that is..We've been several times, but he must have seen something different this go around. LoL! Whatever works! At that very moment he finally jumped on board. Since, I've been obsessively researching reputable PS's for BA & TT. My initial plan was to get a total MM, considered teaming up with a good friend & going to the DR Dr Robles. Her TT lines are amazing (low , thin & not hip to hip & aggressive contouring with her lipo) and of course prices were just as amazing. However, After much thought and deliberation my friend & I (including our hubby's), decided leaving the of country for SX was too risky (too many factors to consider). My next option for a full MM was Salama in MIA. His work was compatible to Robles, but coordinating dates was like solving a puzzle blind folded. But, his staff tried. I was basically on a wait list to have SX this summer, therefore planning would have been too complicated (last min air, hotel, etc). I will later schedule a TT with Salama, in advance time though(my friend is getting her MM with him next week-I'm so excited for her!).The only time I can have SX is summer b/c I'm off work in the summer..so I knew Dr Hedden was my guy for my BA! Plus he's only a few hours away from Atl. I decided to split the SX, scheduling Dr Hedden to do my BA. Throughout my extensive research Dr Hedden was my top 3. I've read awesome reviews on him as well (all thanks to my fellow RealSelf'ers). I also received great credential feed back from the State Board on him. His BA's look great, great background, and great reviews. ??? So, I'm confident & super excited!
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May 19, 2013
Jennifer7378, Congrats on your new investment!! ;) Wow...300 feels too large. I'll check out your profile photos now. Thanks so much for your input, as you can see I'm struggling here..lol.
May 22, 2013
Thank you for sharing all your great information and your personal story on RealSelf! It really sounds like you've done your research and your plan is well thought out. Good for you! So how far will your drive be? A few hours? Will your husband be able to drive you back and forth the day of surgery? Did you already have a consult with your PS? Can't wait to hear more details!
May 27, 2013
Thanks Beth. Yes, I've invested hours of research. I'll be driving about 3hrs, and my hub will be right there with me. Haven't has an official consult with the doc yet, however he reviewed my pics, etc. I'll physically meet with him the day prior to SX. I'll keep everyone posted. Still excited...but not anxious yet. ;)
May 31, 2013
Glad to hear your hubby will be driving and helping you. Did you say you showed your PS photos of your "wish boobs?"
May 31, 2013
I haven't yet, Beth...but I plan too. :-) I need to narrow them down...so many to choose from. lol
June 4, 2013
I have heard that some doctors create a collage of their wish boobs with their patients...so maybe you don't have too many after all! ;)
June 4, 2013
Not yet, Beth. I will show him once I arrive...but I've collected enough to get me confused, perhaps because I haven't found the perfect boob wish pic for me.
June 6, 2013
Oh no! Keep searching! Forgot to suggest bringing a pillow for the ride home. Hugging it will soften any bumps in the road which can be painful post op!
UPDATED FROM 40LOVIN40
9 days pre
9 days to go!
Time is rapidly approaching. I had my over the phone health history interview phone call today, and I was given my pre op instructions via eml. This past weekend, I was trying on bathing suits I purchased last summer; but never wore. My poor boobs...sad, sad, case. My family and I vacation a lot; and all I kept thinking was..."Our next island vacation I will be Boob ready!!" All the years of having a complex when wearing bathing suits, will be gone (well except for my Tummy, but that's next on the list and I can camouflage until). I will soon be set free from the "A" cup saggy boob club, hoping a D-DD?. ........still pondering on what size & profile to get, but I have a hand full of pics to show my doctor. So, we'll see.
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June 11, 2013
counting down with you!! I'm excited for you! :-)
June 11, 2013
oh post some before pics in those bathing suits and then some after. I wish I would have done that.
June 11, 2013
Won't be long now!!!! I know you are getting excited :) As far as the profile type- Dr H will be great to help you decide- based on your chest size and your desired affect. With the mod/high profile you will have more projection. (My personal favorite). The nurse that is in the OR suite is great to help with your size as well. She really helped me a lot. You will get your Rx at your pre-op visit. There will be several meds- if you make a chart with the meds and times it makes it easier to keep up with (I'm a nurse and when on drugs I tend to loose time, lol) I highly recommend taking our muscle relaxer as directed. It was my life saver (I went big, so had some impressive muscle spasms) by taking it and my pain meds it made my initial first days not too bad at all.
Drink a lot of fluid after surgery- you are going to retain some fluids from surgery- that will help flush the extra out.
The clinic has a lot of great hotels very close. I really liked the Hampton king suite. Its new, great staff. We have used that hotel numerous times. Its located in a small shopping area maybe 1/2 mile from the office, so there is hardly any traffic to and from. There is a theater within walking distance, Melting pot, Panera, lots of shops and a drug store in the immediate area. You don't have to get out on hwy 280 for anything.
There is a great shopping center (The Summit ) about 5 miles from the office. With Cheese Cake Factory, Macaroni Grill, and nice shopping.
HPS has a wonderful spa if you need a little pampering before your big day. I've had treatments there (a lot LOL) and it is very enjoyable!
These are things I like to know about and thought it would make your extra day stay a little more fun :)
June 11, 2013
WoW d37!! Thank you for the wealth of information/pointers. Yes..not long at all!! My only concern now is I'm trying to break this somewhat of a cold that came upon me over the weekend. Go figure..sigh...and I can't take cold meds as per the per op orders...so I've been drinking lots of water and trying natural remedies. Praying..I get better. No fever though, so that's good..just a cough and sore throat. Ahhh Spa...I might just get a treatment the day prior, that's a great idea....it might curve any anxiety I may be feeling. I'm going to look into the Hampton...that's also good to know. I love that that the location is convieint to shopping Ctr, a variety of restaurants and the facility. Thanks again! Oh, what type of sports bra would you rec?
June 12, 2013
The one I got for post op was under armour that zipped up the front. I think that may have been d/c'd but champion has one too. Champion is not as supportive- I do a lot of high impact exercise so that was important. There is a Sports academy right by Hampton too :) I would try and get one that zips in the front because it will be hard to reach behind. Get an extra one because you will want to wear it all the time- so you can keep a clean one. If you can't find any that zips in the front, Under Armour has a great one that is super comfortable and great support the in the Armour Bra. It comes in a DD cup ;) they are 59.99. I have 3. But they are VERY comfortable.
Buy for your band size you are now- that will not change. I was a little nervous about not being able to fill up my DD when I bought it pre-op, but not to worrythey will give you every thing you hoped for :D sport bras don't come in DDD- so the DD is as high as you can go.
About the Spa day (sigh.... I'm going tomorrow) Olga does a great facial. If you've never had derma plane- is nice too. Dawn does excellent laser treatments- I Love, Love, Love Laser Genesis!!! I've had massages there as well. I think there is a special on Thursday for a 1 hr Swedish massage, full body exfoliation, brow wax, mani and pedi for $200 ( you can buy Thursday and use it any time) go on Spa Greystone fb page and you can see what's up.
About the cold :( !!! So sorry. I know they said you can't take anything. But call and talk to a nurse- Dr Schaffer said I could keep on my Zyrtec- never know until you ask. You know what? they answer emails really fast, pop out an email and you might get an answer tonight.
Also, if you are not taking a good multi vit ( I do GNC's) start that and I believe they said take 1000mg vit C. The C promotes healing.
Post op wear your bra all the time, it will keep your swelling to a minimum. I did and did not have much as all, which surprised me (my implants are really big and I did a peri areolar lift) !
If you do the Hampton get the king suite. It is double the size of the other rooms, has a mini bar area, frig and microwave. Separated sleeping area with a floor to ceiling work station. Also has couch, chair and ottoman. I like space :)
If you think of anything else that would be helpful let me know. Hoping you feel better super quick!!
June 13, 2013
Again...thanks so much d37! Good stuff! I'll be shopping tomorrow before I head there or after my pre op appt, for the sports bra. I'll make sure to get the kind that zips. In fact there is a Dick's right by my house, so I can grab one from there. WOW!! That Spa special is a DEAL! I just found out that we will be getting there just in time for my pre op appt; at 3:30; so I won't be able to take advantage of it...I was shooting to get there earlier. :-( I'm feeling better by the day. I sent my hub out to get some Vit C. But, so far better..not 100 but much better. As for Hampton, which was it...Colonade or 280 S?
June 13, 2013
6220 FARLEY COURT BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 280 east/ Eagle Point.
Glad you are better- maybe by Friday all will be cleared up. The vit C will help.
I really like going to their Spa- went today in fact :) let me know how you do, try not to be nervous :) they will take great care of you, I have a lot of confidence in the Drs and staff there.
June 13, 2013
Got it!! Thank you so much d37. Trust when I say...that your insight is a blessing. I will deff keep you posted.
June 13, 2013
Dr Hedden and his staff are so amazing. I'm about 14hrs po and dopey but I loved that place. I got my sports bed from walk mart. On sale for $12
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