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Waiting 3 Years for This and Now Its Less Than 3 Weeks Away! - Calgary, Alberta
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Hey ladies!! So ive been reading on this website...
princessanilaApril 16, 2012
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Hey ladies!! So ive been reading on this website for a while now and decided now its my turn. Your stories are truly encouraging and make me feel a whole lot better about the process. I've always had a bigger chest since ive had boobies! I'm only 5'0 so having 38DD's is really hard on my back and shoulders. I used to have 38DDD's but I have lost about 30 pounds since and I weigh about 135 now with the DD's. My surgery is scheduled for May 2. Thats less than 3 weeks away!! Eek!!!! I had my consultation 2 years ago and originally had it scheduled for Aug 31 of 2011 but my best friends wedding was 10 days later and I didnt want to miss that so i ended up postponing it. I can't believe how fast time flies. My biggest worry is the recovery and what Im going to look like after. My surgeon has given me two weeks off of work and Im hoping that it will be enough. Im honestly so scared of the pain :( I've read some stories where it just seems that its too much to handle. I hope my recovery goes well. And I also hope that im small enough. My surgeon says I will be a full C cup after. Heres hoping!! I do have some questions for you ladies. I currently have a personal trainer that I train with 2-3 times a week. How long did you wait before hitting the gym again?? And i would love to take up running or something to increase my cardio so I can focus on shrinking my belly now. Im worried that if i dont work out ill gain some weight back :( I hope everything goes okay.
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April 18, 2012
Welcome Princess! Thanks for sharing your story! I'm just a pinch over 5 foot weighed in at 140-145 and was a 34H. I had my surgery in August and am now a 34DD. I would encourage you not to rush your healing. Walking will be fine but you should plan on waiting at least 4 weeks(my PS said 6) to start running or any strenuous exercise. Just be cautious with your diet while you are recovering and go ahead and walk when you feel up to it and you should be fine. I know some of the girls report losing weight post-op.
I hadn't run since I was a kid, but in February I started a program that advanced me in small increments to becoming a runner. I am now up to running almost 2 miles a day (or nearly every day if my work schedule allows) and I feel great. I never would have done it without having the surgery.
I didn't think the pain was horrible at all. Very manageable. I'm sure you will do fine! Good luck!
April 18, 2012
Hi Iowa71!
Thanks :) Honestly im really looking forward to being able to run later in the summer without having the girls bounce up to my face! and i'll definitely be watching my diet while im recovering. Im nervous for the actual procedure. I've never been under the knife or even in a hospital for that matter. Not really sure what to expect. Everyones stories on here have made me feel better though. Im so glad I found this website.
Thanks :) Honestly im really looking forward to being able to run later in the summer without having the girls bounce up to my face! and i'll definitely be watching my diet while im recovering. Im nervous for the actual procedure. I've never been under the knife or even in a hospital for that matter. Not really sure what to expect. Everyones stories on here have made me feel better though. Im so glad I found this website.
April 18, 2012
The surgery will really happen in the blink of an eye for you. They will start an IV sometime after you arrive to check in. The surgeon and anesthesiologist will come in to talk to you. Once they are ready in the operating room they will take you back. They will put some medicine in through the IV and within a few seconds you are asleep. The next thing you know...you are waking up and can see someone standing at the foot of your bed because your huge breasts are gone and you can actually see over them! You may have discomfort, nausea, or disorientation upon waking. Just give yourself time to rest, listen to the nurses, and before you know it you will be on your way home.
Are you staying in the hospital overnight? Do you have someone who will be at home with you to help you during the first week?
April 18, 2012
I hate needles :( I've never had an IV put in me. The though of having it taken out makes me cringe. Yes I am staying overnight, even though I dont want to :( But my mom will be at home with me all week to help me out.
April 19, 2012
Having it taken out is the easiest part. It isn't a needle that is in your arm or hand, but actually a small tube. So imagine your vein is like a straw and the IV is just a smaller straw that slips inside of your vein. There is a little poke as it goes in, but that is it. When they take it out it is simply just sliding out. You will do great!
April 19, 2012
Thanks for your encouraging words :) Ive been trying not to think about any of it but its exactly 2 weeks away now. Im trying to focus on studying for my finals but its so hard not to think about it
UPDATED FROM princessanila
Okay theres 9 days left and i feel completely...
princessanilaApril 22, 2012
Okay theres 9 days left and i feel completely unprepared. I was planning on going to get some bras this week for after the surgery and some other things:
- Sports bra
- Button up PJ's
- sweat pants and zip up hoodies to wear while im at home
- gauze
- benadryl in case of itching
Can you ladies recommend any scar lotions or oil? I have bio oil but i dont really like it. And is there anything else i might need?
I don't think its hit me yet. I think it will later on this week. I guess im still kind of in shock that this is really happening. I hope the next week goes by quick!
- Sports bra
- Button up PJ's
- sweat pants and zip up hoodies to wear while im at home
- gauze
- benadryl in case of itching
Can you ladies recommend any scar lotions or oil? I have bio oil but i dont really like it. And is there anything else i might need?
I don't think its hit me yet. I think it will later on this week. I guess im still kind of in shock that this is really happening. I hope the next week goes by quick!
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April 22, 2012
My PS recommended ScarZone, you can get it over the counter at Wal-Mart for about $10. It is a silicone based cream and has worked well for me. I do have one little scar about 1/2 inch that is a bit raised on the top edge of my left nipple, other than that all of my scars are practically non-existent!
The week will probably crawl and fly simultaneously! Good luck, I'll be checking in to see how you are doing!
April 26, 2012
Good luck to you! We are almost exactly the same size - 5'0, 135, 38DD (well, I used to be). I had my surgery 5 days ago and while I'm in some pain still, I can honestly say it's one of the best big decisions I've ever made. You'll love it! Don't worry about a thing!
April 26, 2012
Thanks!!! What size did you get down to?? It's less than a week away now..slowly getting used to the idea. I hope I don't regret it. I've been going back as forth for a few years now. Everyone seems so happy with their results. I hope I do too!
April 26, 2012
My PS thinks I'll end up at least a small C, but its hard to say this early. They look tiny to me! The funny thing is though, once they're reduced, size doesn't seem like that big a deal. They're so cute and perky, and you'll find that your whole body looks better, more in proportion. I wouldn't worry so much about size, just tell your PS what you'd like to end up and they'll do their best to get you close. They're experts! It's just such a relief physically too. You will love it. I have pics on my profile so you can get an idea - I had 430g removed from 38DDs.
April 26, 2012
Wow they look fantastic!! I can't wait to be proportionate. My PS said he was going to take out 500g
April 26, 2012
Thanks. Your breasts look fuller/more dense than my old ones, so I'd imagine 500g might leave you slightly bigger than mine are. Best of luck to you!
April 26, 2012
Thanks you :) He said I would probably be a ful C cup..Im hoping to be smaller. I guess ill find out next week!
UPDATED FROM princessanila
Well hello all! Tomorrow is my last day of work...
princessanilaApril 26, 2012
Well hello all!
Tomorrow is my last day of work. I went and got a few things yesterday for next week:
- gauze
- ScarZone
- Terrycloth bathrobe (Secretly i wanted one for a while anyway! :p)
- button up pajamas
Im going to stock up on books next week. I'll have a couple of days off before the day of. The hospital called me yesterday to walk me through the process when I get there. I have to call them on Tuesday to find out what time I need to go in. Its finally happening. I feel like my whole life is going to change. At the same time though I dont want to get my hopes up so much that Im dissapointed. Whatever happens, I realize that it will take time for swelling to go down until I see the actual shape. Im very impatient though. I guess we will find out in less than a week!
So excited!!
Tomorrow is my last day of work. I went and got a few things yesterday for next week:
- gauze
- ScarZone
- Terrycloth bathrobe (Secretly i wanted one for a while anyway! :p)
- button up pajamas
Im going to stock up on books next week. I'll have a couple of days off before the day of. The hospital called me yesterday to walk me through the process when I get there. I have to call them on Tuesday to find out what time I need to go in. Its finally happening. I feel like my whole life is going to change. At the same time though I dont want to get my hopes up so much that Im dissapointed. Whatever happens, I realize that it will take time for swelling to go down until I see the actual shape. Im very impatient though. I guess we will find out in less than a week!
So excited!!
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April 26, 2012
Princessanila, hello! Well we are both days away, and I'm actually 2 days away from the big day, and I just wanted to wish you well and pray you have a successful surgery and recovery...Are you nervous yet? Hope all is well and will check on you soon!
April 26, 2012
Hi AppleWoo!! Good luck lady!!! You will be in my thoughts and prayers :) Let me know how it goes! Im getting nervous..not completely yet. Maybe when I walk into the operating room lol.
April 26, 2012
Woo hoo! I'm so excited for you! I think its ok to get your hopes up. In fact I *wish* I'd let myself enjoy the wait more, knowing what I know now and how amazing a thing it is to have perky, proportionate breasts. Be excited!!!! I can't wait to hear all about how it goes for you and see your new boobies!
April 26, 2012
I can't believe its only 6 days away!! Im going to try and keep myself busy and hopefully its doesnt take over my weekend lol. The boyfriend and I are going to the mountains for the day on Saturday and I want to enjoy it. I wont be going out for a while after. I just dont want to be distracted. Im am sooooo excited!!! So much to look forward too. I will post pictures when I can. Hopefully there will be a difference!
2 days away! Thats insane! Good luck girl! Keep me updated. I'll be a nervous wreck at 2 days left lol. As for the whole working out thing, I want to be able to do it asap. Im hoping after 2 weeks I can get on the treadmill for a while. At least to get some cardio in. I really want to lose the belly and tone up everywhere else. my goal weight is 115-120 so that means 15-20 more pounds to go!! I want to be able to run after. I cant wait. I hope everything turns out okay.
Ill keep you in my thoughts!! Hope everything goes well for you too :)