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I am pretty athletic but I have some stubborn fat...
mquestJune 26, 2016
$12,000
I am pretty athletic but I have some stubborn fat on my inner thighs and flanks u cannot seem to get rid of. I decided to look into this a month or so ago and when I met Dr. Fuscher, I knew he was the one who was going to do my surgery. He is very thorough, detailed and set realistic expectations.
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mquestJuly 31, 2016
So a bit more about me, I am 46, I have 2 beautiful teenagers 14 & 12, and have been divorced 2 years. I have always been pretty athletic, run several times/week, swim, bike, Pilates and weights classes (P90x and Les Mils Body Pump are my favorites.). Despite my efforts, I have put on over 20 pounds in the last 2 years and it has been really bothering me. I have been doing a significant amount of research and learned it is likely a hormonal imbalance and spikes in my cortisol levels from stress. So, in my research, I have also learned that liposuction can truly help when close to ones ideal weight. In my research, I learned that I could combine this with a breast augmentation which I never really took seriously until now. I have always been small, have compensated with padded bras, fuller tops and a coverup over my bathing suit. I have always been self conscious in workout wear, and I am at the gym 6 days/week! Hence, my decision to do both!
I had wanted to use Dr. Fishcher because of the 4 I consulted with, he was the most realistic, clinical, honest and his staff was exceedingly professional. However, I had some monies that did not come through in the way I had hoped, and I did not want to finance this if I did not have to. My friend, who is a trauma nurse, is accompanying me to Miami, FL to have the surgery and care for me for 4 days before returning home. I would never have considered this option if it were not for my friend.
I still have not decided on size, although I do know I want silicone. I want large enough to look good and make a difference, but not so big as it is alarmingly obvious I had surgery or that they look fake. I have a professional job and am returning to work 8 days post surgery which I suspect will be challenging.
Additionally, I still have not told my kids. They will be with their dad, and returning to me the following Friday, so I will have a week to heal before seeing them. I haven't decided on how I want to deal with that yet.
I have some questions, outstanding issues and could use some advice/support:
What to wear post surgery and traveling home? I purchase a few sleeveless zip up shirts I thought I could wear over the post surgical bra
Did anyone who had lipo purchase a 2nd garment? I fear this one will be discussing before long and traveling home could be less than pleasant, especially in this heat
How long before I can resume exercise? Thinking I could return to the gym and get on a bike within 10 days and start slow, thinking I could do wall squats, plies, lunges etc. anything not involving too much of my arms.
How did people blow dry their hair and get ready for work post breast augmentation?
I had wanted to use Dr. Fishcher because of the 4 I consulted with, he was the most realistic, clinical, honest and his staff was exceedingly professional. However, I had some monies that did not come through in the way I had hoped, and I did not want to finance this if I did not have to. My friend, who is a trauma nurse, is accompanying me to Miami, FL to have the surgery and care for me for 4 days before returning home. I would never have considered this option if it were not for my friend.
I still have not decided on size, although I do know I want silicone. I want large enough to look good and make a difference, but not so big as it is alarmingly obvious I had surgery or that they look fake. I have a professional job and am returning to work 8 days post surgery which I suspect will be challenging.
Additionally, I still have not told my kids. They will be with their dad, and returning to me the following Friday, so I will have a week to heal before seeing them. I haven't decided on how I want to deal with that yet.
I have some questions, outstanding issues and could use some advice/support:
What to wear post surgery and traveling home? I purchase a few sleeveless zip up shirts I thought I could wear over the post surgical bra
Did anyone who had lipo purchase a 2nd garment? I fear this one will be discussing before long and traveling home could be less than pleasant, especially in this heat
How long before I can resume exercise? Thinking I could return to the gym and get on a bike within 10 days and start slow, thinking I could do wall squats, plies, lunges etc. anything not involving too much of my arms.
How did people blow dry their hair and get ready for work post breast augmentation?
Replies (2)
August 1, 2016
For myself, I resumed light exercise at 2 weeks. ( bike, walking etc.) I was given the go ahead and started running at 6 weeks, and eased back into the more intense workouts. Your plans sound realistic but I didn't have the lipo so I don't know what the recovery is like for that. I was off work for 2 weeks because my surgery was over christmas holidays. I didn't bother with doing anything except washing my hair and wore a pony tail the first week. I had to go to a function during the second week and went to a hair dresser to get them to just wash and blow dry my hair. I bought dry shampoo and touched it up myself. But honestly, the other days I was able to dry my hair on my own and do everything. Pulling doors open or lifting anything was a bit difficult but I bought a few loose tops that were easy to put on and wear for returning to work.
Telling kids is a personal decision and I think its up to the woman to decide. I don't go into details about my body with my kids. I decided not to tell them at all. I may, or may not decide to tell my daughter at some point but right now I don't want to affect her body image as she's too young to fully understand right now. I totally respect anyone's decision to tell their children or whoever they want. The only person I told is my husband.. I chose not to discuss it with anyone, as I know that people are not always supportive, I didn't want any negative input or feel I had to justify it.. when my kids asked why i wasn't "feeling well" I told them it was a female/ lady issue..
all the real self ladies here have been great for me to discuss this with and they truly understand so I just didn't feel like I needed to tell anyone else :)
Telling kids is a personal decision and I think its up to the woman to decide. I don't go into details about my body with my kids. I decided not to tell them at all. I may, or may not decide to tell my daughter at some point but right now I don't want to affect her body image as she's too young to fully understand right now. I totally respect anyone's decision to tell their children or whoever they want. The only person I told is my husband.. I chose not to discuss it with anyone, as I know that people are not always supportive, I didn't want any negative input or feel I had to justify it.. when my kids asked why i wasn't "feeling well" I told them it was a female/ lady issue..
all the real self ladies here have been great for me to discuss this with and they truly understand so I just didn't feel like I needed to tell anyone else :)
August 1, 2016
Thank you, I appreciate the input. I prefer not to tell my kids but given their ages, it is unlikely I will be able to keep it from them. I am working on how I will handle it if and when it comes up. Besides, they will wonder why "momma's taxi" isn't running at full speed!
Work is crazy busy so I will have a better sense post surgery how I will best handle that.
As for exercise, that makes me the most anxious, but I have resigned myself to wait and see. I do plan on getting on the bike at the gym and doing things like wall squats, plies, and squats. I live by the beach so long walks will be nice. My gym opened a new site, closer to me, and I purposefully haven't gone until post surgery. Few people will notice, I hope.
Blow drying my hair and the ability to go places scares me the most!
Work is crazy busy so I will have a better sense post surgery how I will best handle that.
As for exercise, that makes me the most anxious, but I have resigned myself to wait and see. I do plan on getting on the bike at the gym and doing things like wall squats, plies, and squats. I live by the beach so long walks will be nice. My gym opened a new site, closer to me, and I purposefully haven't gone until post surgery. Few people will notice, I hope.
Blow drying my hair and the ability to go places scares me the most!
UPDATED FROM mquest
1 day pre
Less than 72 hours from now....
mquestAugust 2, 2016
....but who is counting? Still haven't decided on size, full B or C? Trying not to panic. Work is busy which is a good thing, but when I walk out of there tomorrow, no turning back for over a week!
I welcome any last minute advice...and boy am I craving a glass of wine!
I welcome any last minute advice...and boy am I craving a glass of wine!
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August 2, 2016
I am just over a year post op and I can tell you from my experience, I didn't bounce back to exercise as fast as I wanted to. Listen to your body and give it time to heal. Don't want setbacks. I only did ba, not lipo. Grant it I am older, but healing time is important at any age.
Good luck
Good luck
August 2, 2016
Based on your wish boobs they look more like full C or D.. what cc's are you thinking? I think that a full C small D would look great on you! nice full breasts but easy to be conservative and conceal them with a scarf, jacket etc but still rock a more sexy top when you want to! Too big takes longer to heal and could interfere with your workouts but too small and you will wish you went bigger! My advice, go for a full C and you'll love them!! Most people haven't noticed mine, I had one girlfriend asked me if I bought a new push up bra and thats it.. :) It will be over quick and you;; be on the road to recovery in no time:) Good luck!!
August 2, 2016
Thank you! I was thinking of a full C and if anyone said anything say something to the effect I got bra fitted correctly or yada. We'll see. I definitely don't plan on going DD , I don't think it would look attractive on me nor is it what I am after. 48 hours and I'll be on the other side. Seems surreal.
August 2, 2016
Good luck!! Just take time to heal, I did a yoga class today, first time
In the gym after two and a bit weeks- but I'm used to doing HIIT four times a week, I found it ok but could feel the strain on my chest, trying spinning tomorrow but I can't see me doing any upper body for another month. Also raised heart rate isn't good for recovery so just take time xx
In the gym after two and a bit weeks- but I'm used to doing HIIT four times a week, I found it ok but could feel the strain on my chest, trying spinning tomorrow but I can't see me doing any upper body for another month. Also raised heart rate isn't good for recovery so just take time xx
Congratulations on scheduling your surgery! Did you discuss implant type and size or will you have a future appointment for those details?
I have an idea of size (about 375 cc) but, I have a pre-op apt 2 weeks prior and we will finalize sizing then. I am also having lipo done in 2 areas at the same time....I am nervous, but excited as well.
I am hopeful recovering in the heat will be bearable since I can wear maxi dresses and light clothing.
Awesome, it sounds like you have most of the details worked out! You might want to find out if you have to wear a sports bra or some type of recovery bra a few weeks post op. Sometimes it can be hard to dress in cute dresses and summer clothing with a sports bra. Just something to keep in mind. ;)