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POSTED UNDER Breast Lift with Implants Reviews

37 Yr Old, 116 Lbs, active mom of 2 Kids! Trying to decide 200or250cc- Boston, MA

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Feeling like I'm stuck in the mud!

Bostonmom8October 7, 2015
$15,000
So even though I went for my consult and it was wonderful and all I kinda feel like I'm in limbo at this point. I'm wondering if anyone else had these "stuck" sorta feeling when you know you def don't want to forget about getting a BA but at the same time you aren't moving forward for some reason.........maybe these are normal feelings during the process???? Kinda feel like my feet are stuck in the mud.... I think that if I could picture some of what the outcome would look like I could push forward....I love the dr I saw and really don't want to do anymore consults but I feel I at least should bc it would b the responsible thing to do , also, the game kinda changed when not one but at least one of two lifts would be necessary to ensure the best results, then there is deciding on size, b/w 200cc&250cc is my range. I don't want to exaggerate my chest I want to excentuate it by adding volume not so much size. Ideally I would luv the flexibility to wear a cleavage bra if I want , a bralette to be comfy and less noticeable and maybe even no bra if I feel like it too... This way my boobs can be sexy, conservative or relaxed depending on what I wear if that makes sense.......I'm just trying to be realistic but I'm wondering if in fact what I want is not really attainable....

Bostonmom8's provider

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired)

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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mamastired
October 7, 2015
I didn't necessarily have the same feeling as you about not being able to pull the trigger on knowing I wanted the procedure done but after my initial consult (I went in knowing I'd need at least a lollipop lift and implants just from my knowledge gained on thus site) but the cost was significantly higher than what I thought it might be. I was really bummed. My hubby was totally supportive and told me not to let cost be a factor in making the decision. I still felt like I was being way too selfish by spending that amount of money on this but I also knew I wanted this specific ps. I spent about 2 weeks trying to convince myself that I could be happy not having this procedure. In the end I decided I CAN be happy not doing it and I AM happy already but I still really wanted to have it done. I couldn't just forget about it and move on. I'm still young (turn 40 tomorrow) and I'm in the best shape physically I've ever been in and I'm going to do.this for me.

I'm 5' 4" and 124 lbs. I have a lot of empty breast tissue and don't really want to look any different in my clothes after than I so now with a nice bra. I'm just so tired of seeing pretty dresses and tops that I want to be able to wear but if I can't wear a supportive bra with straps then they really don't look good on.me. I'm SICK of that! I don't want big boobs, I don't want attention from men, I just want that part of my body to match the rest of me. Sorry to ramble. I think when contemplating this surgery or talking about it with loved ones, people assume you're going to start acting like a [RS bleep] after. Lol!

I'm planning on the 250 cc range. The vectra 3D imaging really helped me see what I could achieve from this surgery. Does your ps do that ? Maybe another consult with the ps you like will help you find clarity. Or, decide to stick a pin in the idea for a certain amount of time, live your life and reexamine your feelings then.

Best of luck in deciding what YOU want to do.

By the way, what are your biggest hold ups?
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mamastired
October 7, 2015
Let me add that my [RS bleep] comment was not directed at anyone with larger implants vs smaller. I just feel like having a "boob job" has negative connotations in general.
Bostonmom8
October 7, 2015
First off! Happy Birthday! And secondly , Thank you, you brought up so many valid points that I 100% agree on and just haven't been able to put into words! So thank you for that
Bostonmom8
October 7, 2015
My comments continuously get cut off! I apologize I literally wrote a " book" back to you and only a few sentences posted!aaaaaahhhh
Bostonmom8
October 7, 2015
Hold ups would be if they weren't "perfect" (to my ideals anyway)or near close to what I used to have... I might get really down.... On the other hand if it's better than I expected and I end up loving them it could b a new me! Happy mom, happy kids and hey maybe even the husband could benefit as well! I think I've always had a hard time making decisions big or small, I tend to over analyze things to death.. There's no returning or exchanging.i feel like I'm confined to the "what ifs" that's not good enough, I think if my "hypotheticals" were on the table and the dr explained how they could be fixed I might feel relieved to have a plan B in the event something should happen. Back up plan, it's always good to have one. I'm not confident I covered that in the consult... I have to be 100% and put full faith in the Dr...
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mamastired
October 7, 2015
I know what you mean about your posts being cut off, so frustrating!

It sounds like having another consult with your ps to go over the potential outcomes and fixes is a good idea. I told my ps that when I look at other's before and after pics, I am reminded that we start out with certain breasts and that's what the Dr has to work with and sometimes is limited by, i.e. if your breasts tend to point out before surgery, they will likely point out after the surgery, but you'll still have so much improvement. So I asked him what he sees (because their eyes for this kind of thing is much better than ours) when he looks at my breasts and if there are any characteristics about breasts that I should be prepared to see after the surgery. I also took in more pics depicting what I don't want than what I do want, just to make sure we're on the same page and so I have realistic expectations. I keep . reminding myself not to expect perfection, but of course I want to love them!

It's good you're putting so much thought into this. It's a big decision and you have to feel good about what you decide.
Bostonmom8
October 7, 2015
Those are good points , its validating to hear your perspective bc I was starting to self doubt. I emailed my ps w 10 questions today. Excited to get his response and I'm hopeful it will give me some clarity.
titeti
October 14, 2015
Hi kbeantown8. I have my TT scheduled for 11/18 with Dr Seckel. Let me tell you that I share this "stuck on the mud" feeling with you... I feel good about the Dr and his staff, they have been wonderful to me since my first consult in June so it's not them not even the big price tag ...it's my own insecurities that haunt me. Would I like the end results? Would the scar heal well? And so on...I know I will go thru with it but again not one day goes by without doubting my decision at least a few times/ day. I find comfort reading posts on RS , actually I'm kind of obsessed with it ; )
I saw some great results and how happy the women are that they have gone thru with it and they regret not doing it sooner. Well I'm not getting any younger, so it's now or never. That's my story,
I hope you find the answer for your questions and decide on what YOU want.
All the Best to you and happy healing to the ones on the flat side.
Bostonmom8
October 16, 2015
Hey thanks for sharing! The only thing I'm on the fence about is what type of lift he would end up doing? I'm having a second consult w him to clarify some stuff... I'm very visual and so I need to imagine in my head ( if that makes sense) of what my outcome could potentially look like.... I can "fake it til I make it" with clothes on but if I'm naked and end up with scars that I can't deal with or that don't heal well It won't be good. Everyone has their own ideals of what they want or what they are willing to be good with ... I mean it's very personal. To each their own kinda thing...I wish you the best of luck and hope your outcome is everything you expect it to be
UPDATED FROM Bostonmom8
3 days post

Consult Update!

Bostonmom8October 4, 2015

Let me first say Dr.Seckel and his staff were warm and welcoming ! From the moment I walked through the door of their office I was pleasantly greeted. The vibe was calm, which put me at ease. I was more nervous than I thought I'd be. The most memorable part was when I had finished my paperwork and went to hand it in at the window . I looked up and there was Dr.Seckel, cute as a button with his bow tie on a great big smile, he cupped my hand in his and said " well aren't you beautiful"! .......Now the actual consultation ..... Again, let me reiterate Dr. Seckel and staff were knowledgable,professional, pleasant, and very thorough. I'll try to keep my thoughts in order but let's just say there is an overwhelming amount of information given during a short period of time( 1 hr to b exact! Mine 2 1/2!) Like I said they are thorough???? Dr. Seckel and his partner explained to me in detail how things would or could potentially go . Based on some of my measurements I would need a lift in addition to the implants( estim.200cc or 250cc which would give me a full C or small D). Wasn't too happy to hear about the lift even though deep down I kinda new it was coming. Grade 2 ptosis that would require areole mastopexy or lollipop.... I can maybe wrap my head around the first but not so sure about the second.....I tried on implants, showed him some of my wish pics and explained how I wanted to regain what I once had and that I didn't want to go bigger. Basically, Fill the pocket of breast tissue that I have with out ending up high projection or being too round and unnatural looking. My only hope is that I accurately portrayed and communicated to him my wants and needs which is tough when speaking "layman's " terms to a Dr.who speaks in clinical terms... At this point I think I'll just need some time to process and digest the info given so that I feel 100% with what ever decision I end up making..

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2 days post

Pic update

Bostonmom8October 4, 2015
This profile pic is in my old bra 34D VS bra w 1 1/4 c rice sizers. This is how I used to look... Lord help me get back there somehow!

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