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9 weeks PO. CG free for 3 weeks. I'm in love with my new body! - Lafayette, LA

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I finally figured how to share my story from my...

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I finally figured how to share my story from my smart phone. Yay!!! I've been looking on here for a couple months and I am pretty much a RS junkie at this point. I have a very supportive husband of 10+ years and two fun-loving children (G9 B6) I'm 30 years old. I had two natural childbirths that I loved, I plan to embrace this pain the same way. My biggest fear/anxiety/nervousness is that I won't be able to be the super mom I pride myself in being when I'm recovering. I work full-time as an office manager and my boss is very supportive of this as well. I plan on taking 2.5-3 weeks off and returning to do paperwork only at the beginning. I have worked very hard over the last 10 years to be in the physical shape I am in today. I actually weigh 30 pounds less than the day we got married. I only gained 25-30 pounds for each pregnancy but for my first one I was very ill and lost 23 pounds before gaining my first 8 pounds in my 3rd trimester. I gained all the weight in 2 months and it caused major stretching in my belly.

I'm now at the smallest I've ever been. 127.4. :). I'm 5'4. I've maintained 130's for over 3 years and just got a little boost in body sculpting when I started running in June 2012. I'm running my first 1/2 marathon on the 20th. (Just for fun) I originally wanted surgery on 21st but PS said he wouldn't risk putting me under dehydrated or fatigued. I respect that.

So I've always wanted a tummy tuck, and when we were approaching my first consultation 9/2012 my DH ever so kindly said "well since your going to be in surgery and its only a few more thousand dollars why don't you get some nice [RS bleep]." I started entertaining the idea. And then I tried them on and let me tell you. 300cc's = love at first sight. My face lit up and I couldn't wipe the smile off. Now I think I'm almost more excited then he is. I'm a very deflated 34B. possibly an A. I wear VS well. Both PS that I consulted with said I am borderline on a lift on one side. I opted to do the implants and go from there. I originally wanted 300 but after reading on here and looking at hundreds of pictures and stories I'm now leaving towards 320-340. I'm getting silicone.

Okay so I think that's the majority of information. I go tomorrow 1/16 for my pre-op and to pay. (My second biggest nervousness) I have the normal issues mommies and wives have of this being selfish. While my husband, friends & family have told me otherwise. I'm very open and honest about my upcoming procedures, I've worked very hard to get here. In 2010 I had my consultations scheduled and time off planned then I decided that I had to take our children to Disney first before I could do this and deal with the selfishness feelings. Did that in Feb 2012. Now I'm ready! Bring it. I look forward to sharing my experience with you ladies! And hope to add pictures tomorrow. I'm going to ask my PS to email me the ones they took.

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Stephen J. Delatte, MD

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UPDATED FROM allinalida
15 days pre

Just getting home from my pre-op. I've never been...

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Just getting home from my pre-op. I've never been more confused about the implants :(

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January 17, 2013

Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! Are you feeling confused about the implant size?

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January 20, 2013
After reading your nice note on my page, I read your review. Im not a Dr but I dont think that you need a lift with your BA. I just posted my new postop pics - compare my before and after boobs... with enough of an implant I really dont think that youd need a lift at all. Im older than you and heavier ...(breastfed 3) and mine dont look droopy after. Just my opinion- of course listen to the docs but dont want you to have to do anything extra that doesnt really need to be done...I think youll be really happy with the added size... :)
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January 20, 2013
Thank you so much IL, your looking great and I can't wait to see your continued progress. I'm leaning towards the BL because I'm not wanting a larger implant. I started running last year and I really enjoy it. I don't want too big of boobies to knock me in the face or make it uncomfortable. One girl that I run with has naturally large breast and she has to wear 2 sports bras and all kind of extras to be able to jog. Thanks again for sharing and happy healing to you!
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January 22, 2013
o.k...that makes sense. Im not a runner, I just walk alot. I could see how they would get in the way with running. Cant wait to see your progress and the new you! Yeah!
UPDATED FROM allinalida
11 days pre

Well the half marathon is done! Averaged a 12:05...

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Well the half marathon is done! Averaged a 12:05 minute mile. I'm very happy with the entire experience. Spent the weekend in NOLA with the family. We had a great time. Now time to get into gear preparing for this surgery on mine. I'm so over this waiting business. Although I haven't made a 100% decision on my BA/BL...I'm feeling more at peace with it all. I'm ready to be on the flat side!!!!! Happy Sunday to you all!

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January 20, 2013
Congrats on the 1/2 marathon, that is an accomplishment within itself! Go with whatever your first instinct says, thats usually always the right choice. Good luck and keep us posted!
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January 23, 2013
Thank you so much! It was great!! I am thankful however that my PS would not do surgery the day after because man was I sore! The muscles behind my knees were so tight. Being an inexperienced race goer, I did not know the course had several inclines including two overpasses!!! Ouchy wow wow. I live in Louisiana. I thought everything was flat. I had never ran on an incline before. Hehehe.
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January 21, 2013
Congrats on your first 1/2!!!!! Nice time too!!!! are you getting excited for surgery?
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January 23, 2013
Thanks so much it was a great experience. Very excited for MM!!!
January 21, 2013
I'm excited for you! I'm 'borderline' for a lift as well, my ps said I don't need it. My breasts sit a little low on my chest (and deflated from breastfeeding) so I thought I was for sure needing a lift but I'm glad I'm not getting it done (I'm sure I will need it some day tough). I look forward to following your journey!
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January 23, 2013
Thanks! Is your procedure scheduled?? 9 days and counting here!
January 23, 2013
Yup! I'm a day ahead of you, Jan 30th!!!!!
January 21, 2013
Awesome and congrats!!! Good luck, I am post op day 3:-) you will do great!
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January 23, 2013
Thank you!!