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6 Weeks Update (New Pics) - Kamloops, BC

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I am 22 years old, 5'3 and approximately 110-5lbs...

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I am 22 years old, 5'3 and approximately 110-5lbs (no children). When I was 17 I was about 130lbs and unhappy with myself physically (and I don't just mean weight, fitness level and overall health as well) so not long after I turned 18 I completely overhauled my life. I began eating better and doing yoga and hiking regularly and within a few months I had lost about 20lbs and gotten much healthier. However, this also resulted in going from a 34B to a small 32A. I went from having a modest bust to nearly nothing at all, something that is only emphasized by the fact that I am pear shaped and therefore have proportionally larger hips and thighs.

I had thought about possibly getting implants for years but had never seriously considered it for two main reasons. The first is that I was worried about potential breast feeding problems if I were to having children and the second was I was worried what people would think. However when I started looking into it and found out that the breast feeding wasn't really a big issue I started to consider it. I think though that the big turning point was when I mentioned it to my mom. I was so sure that she would be against it but instead she was very supportive and actually encouraged me to consider it. Over the following months I read everything I could find on the subject and about a year ago I finally made my decision to go for it.

The reason I chose to do it now is because I will be completing my bachelor's degree in December and will be starting work full-time in the January so I am doing it in between as a graduating present to myself :).

My goal size wise is to end up as a full B to small C (maybe a mid C). I really don't want to go too big because I have a small frame and I want them to look and feel as natural as possible. I am planning on going with silicone, under the muscle, inframmary incision. I am not sure how many cc's, I will talk with my doctor about that at my pre-op appointment on Nov. 29th.

I am currently a mixture of nervous and excited. I have waited for this for so long but I worry that I might end up with complications either from the implants or the even sugery itself. Despite my worries though, I can't wait to look and feel more like a women rather than a little girl.

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Micheal Jacoby

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November 21, 2012
Hi there! 300cc should put you right in the striking zone of where you are looking to be! Good luck & congratulations on your impending graduation! :-) (School, not bust size - but I guess both apply in this case! haha ;-)
November 23, 2012
Thank you :)
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November 21, 2012

Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! How wonderful that you have such a supportive mother. That makes a big difference. Will she be helping you after surgery?

November 23, 2012
Yeah, she is taking my surgery day off work so that she can be there for me. I will probably stay at my parents house for a couple days after the surgery so that my mom can help me a bit.
November 25, 2012
Good luck
November 27, 2012
Hey! You have your surgery the day before me! Keep me posted! I'm 130 5.5 and getting 325 cc.
December 4, 2012
Good luck on your surgery, I hope it goes well :)
UPDATED FROM Tk'emlups
19 days pre

I went for another appointment today. This...

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I went for another appointment today. This appointment was mostly to talk about implant type and size, risks, and what will happen on the day of the surgery. My doctor and I decided that 300cc high profile silicone implants will suit my frame the best. I am excited for it. It was a little unsettling going through all the potential risks and complications though. However, my doctor assured me that because I am young and healthy, my risks of complications are pretty small. I am particularly nervous about the anesthesia, I have only ever been under a local anesthetic (once with sedation) but never under general anesthesia and the idea scares me a bit.

I still don't know what time my surgery will be at, they don't have the schedule for that day yet. I can't believe that it is less than three weeks away.

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14 days pre

I am getting really excited, surgery day seems so...

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I am getting really excited, surgery day seems so close and yet so far away, it seems amazing that it is only two weeks away. My doctor said that I should get a sports bra to wear for the first month or so but I have no idea what size or style to get. I can't exactly try some on the see which ones are more comfortable or fit better so I am at a loss as to what to look for. Does anyone have any suggestions?

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December 4, 2012
Hi! I know what you mean! My surgery is less than two months away! In regards to sports bras, my doctor recommended the under armor compression bra with a from zipper. I looked online and in store and found that the compression bra with the zipper feature is only available in the D cup size. I know you were thinking C/mid C. I am actually a small A/b now and I actually tried the compression bra in a medium in the D cup and found that it fit. Talk about ultra compression! Anyway, I purchased mine at a sports authority. I also saw alot of ither revuews who suggested Wal-mart for their brand sports bra for less than $6! Anyway, good luck with your surgery!
December 4, 2012
Opps. I meant front zipper.
December 5, 2012
Thanks for the advice :). I am going to go shopping next week to see what I can find.
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December 5, 2012
hi there, its brillinat to have the support at home, i am 28 on sunday 9th and having my op on 14th :D i have never had a chest and it doesnt do anything for my self confidence. i thought it would b hard to tell my parents too but they have been fantastic. (even my daddy lol) my mum took me for my pre op as my fiance was at work and i didnt want him taking any more time off as he's taking a week off for the surgery and reduced his hrs to suit after that agfain if need b. his work have been fantastic also :) goodluck sweetie and keep us posted xx