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33 Years Old. 3 Kids. Getting Boobs and Tummy I've Always Wanted - Boston, MA

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2 months post

2 months post op

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So today is 2 months after my surgery. Time seems to fly by now.
I've been working out for a few weeks now. Slowly getting back into running. Very happy about that!
Most days I'm very happy with my results. On days when I'm bloated I get disappointed that the results don't meet my expectations. Some days I still get upset about my size and weight despite the vast improvement. I guess there's no easy fix to stopping the negative inner voice we as women tend to have.
I can still tell a difference in the size of my boobs but the right one is starting to not feel like a boulder in my armpit any more. It's softening up a little.
I've stopped using the biocorneum on my scars because I went thru two bottles that didn't seem to do anything and it's very expensive. I'm going to pick up something else this week for scar treatment. Haven't figured out what yet.
I'm certain I still have fluid around my belly that should be drained but my dr here doesn't want to drain it. She says it's not enough to bother with. It's certainly not enough to bother going back to Boston for, so I'm living with it for now.
One weird thing that's happening now that I've never had before is zits on my cleavage. Some are really painful. It's gross and something I totally didn't think about.

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Rita Sadowski, MD

Rita Sadowski, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 17, 2017
Happy 2 months! You are looking great! From month 2 to 3 you should start to see a big improvement in your swelling. It should start to go down! I tried the Biocorneum as well and didn't see much of a change either. It does work wonders on some people though! And I remember my cleavage feeling greasy in the beginning and would get little pimples too. It has subsided so I hope it does for you too! Glad to hear you are doing well otherwise :)
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August 23, 2017
I'm glad I'm not the only one with a greasy cleavage! What else did you use besides biocorneum?
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August 25, 2017
I used the silicone gel strips to start. Then Mederma, then Biocorneum. Right now I'm trying out the Palmers coco oil
September 2, 2017
Congratulations! You look absolutely amazing!
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September 4, 2017
Thank you!
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September 29, 2017
Hey how long did the pimple/zits stay on your boobs? I've had it for a little over a week now and it's weird. Mine don't hurt just annoying/unattractive looking. Btw, your looking good otherwise, happy healing, hang in there!
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October 2, 2017
Hey. Thank you!! They are pretty much gone now. And they haven't been painful for a while. Maybe due to change in weather too? Also maybe due to something unrelated like birth control according to my regular doctor. I'm not sure but I'm glad they're getting better. I hope yours go away soon too!
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October 2, 2017
It started shortly before my period and the weather is changing?! I’m not on birth control or anything and no changes in my meds. How are you feeling lately? Happy healing :)
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November 15, 2017
Hi there! How are you doing? Hope you are feeling great :)
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November 29, 2017
Given how slow the first six weeks post op go, it’s amazing to think I’m now over 5 months post op. Everything is going well. I have a small amount of fluid that won’t budge around my tummy scar. I went to a surgeon at home and they weren’t bothered by it enough to drain it. Boobs are definitely different sizes but most days I don’t notice. I have “fat” days occasionally but most of the time I’m walking round loving the way I look now. It’s definitely improved my confidence. I’ll post a new updated soon. Thanks so much for checking in. I hope you’re doing great too!
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November 29, 2017
Glad to hear that everything is mostly going well :) I think my “fat” days are when my period is coming. I get bloated and acne feel gross lol! I’m doing well! Thanks for asking! Can’t wait to see your update
December 22, 2020
Hello! Dr. Sadowski is doing my breast reduction, mini tummy tuck and some lipo in belly and bra rolls. Super nervous and i am excited. You look great!! How are you doing 3 years post op? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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1 month post

6 weeks

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Not much change. I had my first strength training session this week. Most things felt fine. Push ups felt strange but things loosened up as the session went on. Definitely feeling the workout today - day after. But very happy to be back to the gym.

I noticed afterwards I definitely had fluid build up around my lower belly so made an apt to see my doctor. Not the cosmetic surgeon as she's in Boston. My dr at home is sending me for an ultrasound on Friday as she's not sure if it's an infection or a soft tissue edema or something else. It's not painful or bothersome except that it's clearly a wobbly belly which is rather frustrating after a tummy tuck. Hopefully it'll sort itself out soon.

Right boob still feels harder and higher than the left.

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July 28, 2017
Hoping your US is good and shows nothing serious! Glad to hear you are getting back into your normal routines! You look great!
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1 month post

5 weeks post op

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I've been moving house over the past two weeks so internet has been spotty at best hence missing week 4 update.

I went back to Boston for my 1 month f/u which was the first time seeing dr since 1 week f/u. She drained a little fluid from my belly but otherwise was very happy with progress. I couldn't tell there was fluid needing to be drained but I can see a difference afterwards. It was about 10-20cc the nurse said.

The office ordered me a smaller merana garment but charged me for this one. I also got some more scar treatment.

Still noticing a difference in size between boobs. Really not happy about that. Dr said they may always feel different as the implants were so different - 250cc and 375cc. The right one still feels like it's up in my armpit whereas the left feels perfectly natural.

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July 18, 2017
My left breast never dropped so to me it looks bigger and fuller. Maybe once both implants are settled for you they will look more even. Your incisions look so clean and perfect! Glad to hear they got that extra fluid out and overall you are doing well :) you look awesome!
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July 18, 2017
Thank you! I'm still ok to give it some more time to see if it drops but I also wonder if down the road I'll increase the size in the other one. Who knows. It's WAY less noticeable than before so trying to think positive. Thank you so much for all your supportive comments
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July 18, 2017
Yes it's not uncommon for us to get tweaks here and there to our surgeries...it's rare that someone doesn't have something to fix and is 100% satisfied....b/c ya know we're women haha!
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July 19, 2017
Ha ha so true. I did wonder if after getting this surgery I'd want to fix something else. It's easy to see how people can become addicted to it.
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July 19, 2017
Yes totally addicting! I'm eyeing up my bra fat and flat ass at the moment lol!
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July 19, 2017
Ha! I have a rather large age spot on my face. It's dark and drives me crazy! I feel it would complete my MMO, lol:)
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July 19, 2017
Yes we just have to keep going to feel complete ;)
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July 19, 2017
It's amazing how our bodies heal:) looking good! Happy healing!
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July 19, 2017
It is incredible isn't it!