280CC HP Sientra Implant on 39 Y/o Mom of 2; 120lbs/5'4.

I've been talking about getting a BA for what seems like half of my life - so many factors and fears that stopped me over the years. I knew by the time I was turning 40 I wanted to make this decision (go/no-go) and be happy with whatever I decided to do. I have two daughters that I breastfed for about a year each (they are 11 and 7 now); even breastfeeding I didn't have much volume, and certainly since I've deflated measured around a 28 band with maybe a A cup? I would rarely wear a real bra and stuck to mostly sports bras. If I had to go strapless, I was miserable. Zero confidence, felt like a teenage boy, etc. Seeing my ribs protruding from my top more than my breasts was embarrassing and I did not feel feminine. Weight gain also didn't really affect my breast size, although losing weight surely affected them even more! When a close family member had her BA earlier this year I knew I had to go. I was obsessed with her results, her recover - everything about it. I made a decision to really only see one doctor - who I feel is the best in the Pittsburgh area. I came to learn how many other women I knew or had 2nd-3rd connections with who also had their breasts done with Dr. Johns. It was truly a no brainer.

I went in for my consult and everything was so smooth and easy. I really had no idea what to expect, I had no idea what CCS even were, or what I could technically fit. I pretty much explained to him and the nurse that I was looking to stay proportionate to my frame, add volume and feel confident naked/clothed. A piece of advice he gave me was to stop at the sizer that felt too big - do not keep going, do not second guess it. I stopped right at 295 and I honestly felt nervous about that.

When he came back in with my measurements (again, no clue this was a thing) I was around 11-11.5inches and symmetrical. He said based off of my measurements a 280CC HP round implant would fit my frame best, look the most natural - meaning, I would not have side boobs. Keeping the profile high on my smaller frame would help their projection from the front. I agreed immediately and booked my surgery for the next month.

He was so incredibly polite and answered every question. I was even concerned how to talk to my 11 year old daughter about this and brought that up - he was wonderful. We really talked about why I was doing this and how he preferred the smaller proportionate sizing. He made me feel so confident in my decision, where I was still feeling like - how and the heck do I tell my mom (at 39 years old!). I just felt welcoming and at ease from the moment I walked in the door.

Day of surgery I was so excited, I had such a great support system with my husband and family + friends who were thrilled for me and cheering me all the way. I was ready to go! After waiting in the pre-op area (where they made me so comfy in my recliner, blankets, etc. I walked myself back to the OR (that was strange lol) laid down, and the last thing I remember was telling the nurse where I got my nails done. :0)

I barely remember waking up, the drive home - truly had no clue who dressed me, anything. I went back to sleep immediately and woke up three hours later and just stared at my boobs and cried the happiest tears.

My recovery has been amazing, for the first few days I diligently took my pain meds, and by day 3 I was feeling like I was ready for just Tylenol and the muscle relaxers before bed. I work from home and did this over labor day weekend so my downtime from work was 2 days - after the long weekend I was sitting at my desk, just fine.

Week 2 I started walking on my treadmill for some light activity. I really felt back to myself by end of week 2 - swelling all around was down, my appetite was normal again. I just felt more like myself.

Week 3 - I got my bandages off and met with Dr. Johns. He said I was dropped fully and now it was just fluffing that I have left. He told me that when you go under 300ccs your recovery is pretty much cut in half and I was cleared to start exercising (slowly to start) and laying on my back. He suggested I wait a few more weeks to live in a sports bra - so I've been wearing bralettes during the day to let them hang and fluff. I wear a supportive sports bra to walk, ride my Peleton and do lower body. I almost cried in his office when he told me, this was their size! I was in a 34C/D for the bras I was wearing each day since I took the post-op bra off.

Weeks 4 and 5 - I cannot stop looking and touching my breasts. It's crazy that they are mine, the swelling is way down - I measure myself daily. Some days they feel small, others I am stunned. Right now my band size is 28 and my fullest bust measurement is 35.5. This is WILD. I have a 34C I've been wearing but with an extender because it still just feels tight? So I am confused at what even fits. Some days I wonder if I should have asked if I could have fit the 295? Other days I am so content, I can't stop looking! I love how I look in a shirt, my old bikini tops - this new shape is what I've always wanted.