50 Yrs Old, 133 Lbs, 5' 6.5", Pre-BA 34B, Natrelle Inspira SRF 385cc - Las Vegas, NV

Recently turned 50 and I’ve decided to get BA. I’ve always been small up top, currently I’m a small 34B, 5” 6.5”, 136 lbs, size 7/8, small on the top not only breasts but bone structure too. My Doctor commented how he can see my breast bones when I asked him about creating cleavage. I’m a little larger on the bottom and have always had what my husband calls a “J Lo” butt (I’m also Latina). I’m hoping that BA will even my body out as.

My surgery is scheduled for 4/29/16 and I’m very nervous, mostly about recovery as I’m no spring chicken. I’ve read a couple of stories of women my age but most are much younger. If I had to do this over again I probably would have done it younger as well. So far I really like my Dr., great bedside manner, took the time to answer our many questions, made me feel very comfortable, oh and I like the pictures of other patients of his that I’ve seen.

I’m going with 385 HP Silicone (Allergen brand?), I’m going to get more detail on them tomorrow and post. I tried on the size below and above and like the one right in the middle. My husband encouraged me to go with the larger of the three as he’s read 90% of women wish they had gone larger, however, I don’t think I’ll fall in this category as my goal isn’t to be huge, just proportional. Dr. said they would take me to a D. I’m hoping I won’t have too much of a gap between my breasts as when I asked my Dr. about cleavage and the gap he told me based on my build I would have a gap (at least he was honest) and he’d try to do what he could regarding cleavage.

I’m not sure how I feel about posting pictures, I may have my husband take some in a bikini top, still undecided. I have posted my wish look/boobs.

I’ve done a lot of reading on here but still have some questions. I was hoping I could post them and maybe someone who has experience in a certain area or had a similar experience that I’m asking about could help me out or point me in the right direction? I’m sure just about every question regarding BA has been asked and answered here, I just don’t know where to find them all:
* Pool - How long did you wait to get into a pool. We’re heading into pool season here (I know bad timing) and my Dr. said 3 weeks (obviously no breast stroke) but my paperwork from the surgical center says 6 weeks.

* Sun - Along the lines of the question above Dr. said when I’m in/around the pool that I’d be OK as long as I used sun block 50SPF on my incision and had a swimsuit on. But I’ve also heard (I think I read in the the packet of information from the surgical center) to wait 6+ weeks to go out into the sun. My husband said I should listen to the Dr. as he’s providing the care, but I’m confused by the two sets of information.

* Veins - On my chest above my breasts you can faintly see my veins, not sticking up but you can see them through (?) my skin. Does anyone else have veins like this and did BA cause them to be more noticeable or start sticking out?

* Sexual activity - I’ve read I want to keep my heart rate down for the first couple of weeks and once we re-engage we’ll have to be careful but how long on average do most people wait?

*Exercise - I currently work out 4/5 days a week and I’m going to want to get back to that as soon as I can. My Dr. said to wait a week and when I go back not to do any chest exercises or heavy weights, stick with non-bouncing activity, nothing too strenuous. What’s others experience here? I imagine with the popularity of BA in the fitness industry there would have to be some kind of post BA workouts available somewhere. Anyone know of any?

*General house cleaning - How soon were you able to start cleaning your house again? My husband and son have said they’ll clean the house but I know they won’t clean-up to my standards and it will probably drive me crazy.

* Menopause - Any women have any issues with menopause during or after BA?

* Anxiety - How did you deal with the anxiety as your surgery drew closer?

* Pre-surgery purchases - I’ve read a couple of must buy lists and have some questions about items that are suggested. Recommendations on ice packs that can be found at Walmart or Amazon? I see the Danskin sports bras are recommended but I don’t know what size to buy? My husband looked at them and said medium. I’m thinking based on trying one on over my bra and shirt large. Based on my build and implant size what do those who have actually bought these think?

Vitamin C – I’ve read taking vitamin C can speed recovery, anyone take it after surgery? How soon after did you start on it?

We’ve paid for the surgery, I’ve dropped off my prescriptions, cleaned most of the house, will buy final recovery items this week, any other recommendations?

Lastly, has anyone felt like canceling their surgery at the last minute? Not because you don’t want them, because you’re nervous about the surgery, recovery and results? I’d lose a $500 deposit but that’s it. Anyone come close to canceling?

Thanks for reading and a very sincere thanks to anyone who is able to help me. I’m sure I’ll have more questions as the day draws closer.

Asked husband to take a couple pre-BA pics in a bikini top for me to show you what I'm starting with here. Don't know why I'm just not comfortable with topless right now.

Looks like these are fairly popular.