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37 Years Old, 5'2", 111 Lbs, 2 Bf Kids, Sag and Deflated After Weightloss - Edmonton, AB

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First of all, this site has been amazing. As a...

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$16,000
First of all, this site has been amazing. As a very private person not wanting to advertise my desire to get an augmentation, I appreciate the anonymity yet transparency found here.

I've always had a slight, petite frame and been self conscious about my breasts. I gained a lot of weight with my pregnancies, however, and had full, round breasts for the first time ever. Then, as I embarked on a fitness journey to lose 60 lbs, I realized my boobs volunteered as tribute and went first. Haha. I am now flatter, and saggier than ever.

I am married and have two young daughters, ages 4 & 6. My husband is extremely supportive and I have always felt he loves me no matter what shape. But I am just tired of always having to wear ridiculous padded bras and clothes not fitting right. Also, when you're this short-torsoed, it's hard to look fit when your stomach sticks out further than your chest, no matter how much you work. Haha.

I have done so much and worked so hard with consistency and dedication to change my body, and become the healthiest, fittest version of me. But some things cannot be changed by hard work, so I'm ready to take the plunge!

My consult is booked for June 27th and I've been scouring this site reading all of your stories and being inspired!

Hoping to end up looking like a full B or small C. Gummy bear silicone, under the muscle.

Here are the challenges - any advice?
- hoping not to need a lift
- extremely private and do not want anyone besides my husband to know
- how do I talk about this with my small daughters in whom I want to instill a positive body image (and also not have them tell others!?!)
- living nearly three hours away from my surgeons office, what kind of hurdles should I think about?
- will I ever be able to lift heavy in chest workouts again?

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Feng Chong, MD

Feng Chong, MD

Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 27, 2016
I think you've made a good choice going with the gummy bear implant especially if you want to give a lift effect to your breast. I just had my BA three days ago with the gummies and I love them. I chose high profile but if you want a very natural look, moderate profile would be a good option I guess. I know some private trainers at my gym who had breast augmentations and they dont seem to have any difficulties with their regular workout. That would be a good question to ask during your consultation. One advice I can give you is that after the anesthesia you might get very nauseous. So if you have a long car ride to do after surgery, bring some Gravol with you.

And I think you brought a very interesting topic. For me positive body image and cosmetic surgery belong to two different categories. You embarked on a fitness journey and in my opinion that is the best thing a person can do to have a positive body image and feel good about themselves. I admit surgery does help in giving a boost of self esteem, but overall having a positive perception of yourself doesn't come from surgery but from you. Some people still don't like what they see in the mirror the day after their surgery. It can only enhance some of your features, but not how you see yourself as a whole :) does that make sense? anyway I wish you good luck :) and if you have more questions feel free to ask me.
May 27, 2016
Hi Maili,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful response and all of your wise advice. You've given me a lot of good things to think about! I'm going to follow your journey too! :)
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June 19, 2016
June 19, 2016
Ah for sure! Each workout I've done this past week I feel like I'm in mourning already! Lol lol!
June 21, 2016
I have a consult with Dr. Chong today! So cool I found you! Good luck on your journey!
June 22, 2016
Ah, awesome! How was it. He's kinda funny, hey? Very straightforward and to the point. I think it's just his personality. Lol
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26 days pre

Disappointing News ????

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I happened to be in the city for another appointment so on a whim I thought I'd call the ps office and see if they had any cancellations to get a consult instead of impatiently waiting for another month. She said they had an opening at the end of the day!! Perfect!! I was super nervous, but my husband was with me. The surgeon came in and chatted with us then had me put on the gown. Came back in, said, "let's take a look", opened the gown for two seconds and said, "You need a lift." Shut the gown and said there's no way I'll do implants without a lift. You have SEVERE drooping. ???????????????? I could have cried. I knew I was droopy but thought I could get away without it. I had finally wrapped my head around spending $9,000.00 on a "non-necessity" for myself (anyone else struggle through mom guilt?). I was in a good place about it. But now the price jumps to $16,000.00. I'm devestated, to be honest. Any wisdom to share?

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May 28, 2016
I wouldn't call that severe drooping. I read a comment from a PS that said you can test the droop by placing a pencil under your breast at the crease and if the nipped falls at or above the pencil you likely don't need a lift. Below you would need one. I would get another opinion or 3 :) Good luck!
May 28, 2016
Hold your head up! I would say I look similar to yours and I was told I need a lift, but with ideal saline implants under the muscle 400cc and bilateral lift I was quoted 7,005 in Kansas City area. So maybe get a second opinion and compare prices. I'm scheduled for September so I don't have much advice beyond that.
May 31, 2016
Thanks for your encouragement, blane88! I just had to get my head wrapped around it. I am feeling okay about it now. Still nervous though.
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May 30, 2016
I had the same. And knew i had severe sagging. I had a lift and implants with Dr. Chong 8 weeks ago. Also 16k. But oh so worth it. And he may not always have the best bedside manor but he is an amazing surgeon. And dont guilt your self. As moms we do everything for our family. We deserve nice boobs.
May 30, 2016
Thank you, Strphanie!!! That puts my mind at ease a lot more. I'm so glad my husband was with me because if he hadn't been, I would have walked out of there way more upset and self conscious.

I knew going in that the Dr. Chong isn't known for his bedside manner. Haha. And I was sure I could handle it because I know how talented he was. But I was not expecting the abruptness about the lift. It just threw me off. Now that I have had some time, I realize he's right. And like my husband told me after, better to do it properly the first time than have to go back in a couple of years.

I'd love to follow your story too! How are you feeling 8 weeks out?
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May 31, 2016
Im feeling well. Zero pain. Although my right impla t is still fairly higher then my left. Thats really bothering me. I go and see Dr. Chong tomorrow afternoon so i will address my issues with him. LoL
Im new to this site so not sure how to pist pictures or private message them if possible.
May 31, 2016
I am pretty new to this site as well, but if you are willing to share pics, I would love to see whatever you are comfortable sharing. :)

Let me know how your appointment goes!
June 5, 2016
Hey! Just wondering how you are doing now that you're a bit further along. Did you post any pics? How is the scarring?
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June 5, 2016
Hi love! I suggest going for another consult with another PS. Although I never needed a lift, I have read on this forum so many girls with similar looking breasts as you had very different suggestions from different PS. You may find a PS who is confident enough with their work without giving you a lift!
June 5, 2016
Thanks! I did more research and found out he was probably right. Dang. :-). But I guess like my husband said, better to get it over with now and do it right the first time! Just hoping the scarring is not too bad! (the extra $7K was a bummer though)
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June 5, 2016
I was upset when I found out I needed a lift. I was upset about the cost and scaring. $16000 seems to be a lot. Mine was $7000 for the BA and lift. But I don't know the price range in your area. Good luck you will be happy with the outcome though. I love mine already
June 5, 2016
Yeah I'm up in Canada and the price seems pretty standard, unfortunate.
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June 5, 2016
You will be happy with the lift. I didn't want it. But in the end I'm glad I did it.
UPDATED FROM BittyBBobbityBoobs
23 days pre

Ahhhh! Going for it! (And sooner than I thought)

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OMG! Things are rolling so fast now!!!!! Did a lot of thinking and decided to book the day she had offered - July 7th which was insanely fast to get in with this surgeon. The office manager called this morning and said they had a cancellation, so now, get this....pre-op and sizing NEXT TUESDAY and surgery is booked for JUNE 23rd!!!!!! AHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!

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May 31, 2016
How exciting. I am so happy for you!
May 31, 2016
Thank you, Sk650cc! :)
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June 5, 2016
Holy macaroni! I understand how you're feeling - I had my first consultation May 18, and booked surgery for June 4! It was lightning speed. I'm so glad it all worked out for you!!
June 5, 2016
Super fast!!!! But it's almost good in a way. I think if I had to wait months I would be certifiably loopy from "research". As it is, I am barely doing my job. Lol. I'm so distracted and consumed with thinking of this all the time.
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June 6, 2016
Hahaha I know!!! It's crazy how obsessed we are pre-op :-) I say the sooner the better for boobieland!!!
June 18, 2016
That is so exciting! I look forward to reading more about your journey!
June 18, 2016
Thank you!!
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June 19, 2016
yes!!!
June 19, 2016
Mine is june 28th
June 19, 2016
Getting so close, laurel! Are you nervous?
June 19, 2016
Actually I am the first time I got it done I was lucky I did research I didn't know what was moderate profile high profile saline silicone I didn't know any of that stuff that was 14 years ago and I had one rupture so I had no choice
June 19, 2016
I had 325 cci's Saline. I'm getting between 450 and 500 silicone but I don't know if I want to get moderate or high profile the high-profile ones after the fact is beautiful I just don't like the way it sits so high up at first
June 19, 2016
So yeah the first time I got it done I was lucky turned out beautiful but that was in California I live in Las Vegas so many plastic surgeons to choose from but I went with dr. Lane Smith
June 19, 2016
Oh my!!! That is crazy!! How long did you have them before the rupture happened?
June 19, 2016
I got my back in 2001 so it's been 15 years 2001. So I know they say you have to exchange them every 5 to 10 years but mine was 15 years