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26 Year Old 5'1" 103 Lb 325 cc on Aug 26-Las Vegas, NV - post up updates*
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Hello! I'm a petite girl considering BA. I spent...
$5,950
Hello! I'm a petite girl considering BA. I spent all middle and high school waiting for my body to fill out. I was even hopeful going into college. After seven years of college, a Doctorate degree, and a husband, I know that if I want to change my body, I'm going to have to take active measures.
I want this for myself. Almost every time I look in the mirror after I shower, my thoughts go directly towards wishing I had larger breasts. I'm pretty sure I would be content with a BA, but I have the opportunity to change the part of my body I want most changed, so why not? I've worked very hard to be where I am in life today, don't I deserve this?
I will admit I'm very apprehensive to bring this up to family or friends. My husband is fully supportive, and I know he would be fine with any decision. I'm originally from a small-town type of area, and while others opinions wouldn't persuade me, I can't help but want to shield myself from judgment. I very much value my mothers' opinions on things, so I'm hesitant to tell her because I want her approval.
I decided to book a consult after lots of research on local surgeons and online reviews. As each day goes by, I want this more and more and less and less at the same time. I've been to Victorias secret many times in the past few weeks, and I get excited at the though every time I'm there. I haven't bought new bras in months, hoping I might go through with this. I get excited at the though that I could actually change my least favorite part of myself. And then I convince myself that maybe this isn't necessary. What if I end up too big or too small? What if after all the pain and time off of work, I look ridiculous? I have a nice shape now, I don't want to ruin that.
Anyone willing to give advice on decision making or share that "ah-ha" moment where they finally decided to pull-the-trigger, I'd love to here your story! I'm about 75% sure right now that I want to do this, just want to go into this 100% when I'm ready.
I want this for myself. Almost every time I look in the mirror after I shower, my thoughts go directly towards wishing I had larger breasts. I'm pretty sure I would be content with a BA, but I have the opportunity to change the part of my body I want most changed, so why not? I've worked very hard to be where I am in life today, don't I deserve this?
I will admit I'm very apprehensive to bring this up to family or friends. My husband is fully supportive, and I know he would be fine with any decision. I'm originally from a small-town type of area, and while others opinions wouldn't persuade me, I can't help but want to shield myself from judgment. I very much value my mothers' opinions on things, so I'm hesitant to tell her because I want her approval.
I decided to book a consult after lots of research on local surgeons and online reviews. As each day goes by, I want this more and more and less and less at the same time. I've been to Victorias secret many times in the past few weeks, and I get excited at the though every time I'm there. I haven't bought new bras in months, hoping I might go through with this. I get excited at the though that I could actually change my least favorite part of myself. And then I convince myself that maybe this isn't necessary. What if I end up too big or too small? What if after all the pain and time off of work, I look ridiculous? I have a nice shape now, I don't want to ruin that.
Anyone willing to give advice on decision making or share that "ah-ha" moment where they finally decided to pull-the-trigger, I'd love to here your story! I'm about 75% sure right now that I want to do this, just want to go into this 100% when I'm ready.
UPDATED FROM prn_happiness
2 months pre
Consultation tomorrow
I originally had a consult scheduled two weeks ago, but had to reschedule. I'm getting some nerves now. I still go back and forth, getting a little cold feet already! I still haven't told anyone besides my husband yet, and I think he's getting sick of me talking about it EVErYday! He's very supportive though and keeps telling me I should just do it because he knows how much I've been talking about it for the past year or so.
Any advice for my first consultation ?! I've read so many stories here that I think I'm prepared!
I've posted some wish pics too!
Any advice for my first consultation ?! I've read so many stories here that I think I'm prepared!
I've posted some wish pics too!
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UPDATED FROM prn_happiness
2 months pre
Feeling like a roller coaster
So I had my consult yesterday and I think it went well! The staff seemed rushed, but the office staff were very friendly, and Dr Smith was great! He offered great information and didn't try to up sell or sugar coat anything. I felt a little rushed trying on sizers, but I think I want 300 or so. Dr smith said my left breast was smaller and I would need an additional 25 mL on that side. I would consider going up to 350 even.
I decided it was time to open up to more friends and family about this since I felt I was in a good place after my consult. I told two of my best friends and they said they would support my decision, but also said they want me to be smart about it. After days and days of being nervous about telling my mom, I finally did. She was more worried than I thought. Breast cancer runs in her side of the family pretty strong, and she thinks I should keep my body the way "god gave me." She also thinks I'm going to come home looking like Dolly Parton. She's always been very proud of me, so this is discouraging. I don't want her to feel ashamed of me if I make this decision. My husband has been great the whole time and listens to me with attentiveness. I don't want to hurt my mom by doing this, but I know it's my decision. Leaves me feeling a little deflated :/
I decided it was time to open up to more friends and family about this since I felt I was in a good place after my consult. I told two of my best friends and they said they would support my decision, but also said they want me to be smart about it. After days and days of being nervous about telling my mom, I finally did. She was more worried than I thought. Breast cancer runs in her side of the family pretty strong, and she thinks I should keep my body the way "god gave me." She also thinks I'm going to come home looking like Dolly Parton. She's always been very proud of me, so this is discouraging. I don't want her to feel ashamed of me if I make this decision. My husband has been great the whole time and listens to me with attentiveness. I don't want to hurt my mom by doing this, but I know it's my decision. Leaves me feeling a little deflated :/
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June 7, 2014
Hi there, thank you for sharing your story so far. It helps 'normalise' things a little for me too. My story is similar in that I am also in this decision making stage and it's been really difficult!
I am at a stage in my life that I feel like it's the right time for a BA (38, 2 kids, both were breastfed. 34aa, 55kg). I started the ball rolling and had a consult 3 weeks ago. I was so anxious about it! The PS was great and very honest about the risks, both short term and long. I, too have breast cancer in the family and I am place at only a slightly higher risk than other women but nevertheless I'm still worried that implants can interfere with mammography results.
On the flip side, I also think I'm around 80% sure I'd like to go ahead with a very conservative, subtle increase in size- in fact I'd prefer to just fit in as opposed to attract attention to myself.
Anyway- the decision is hard for some of us! I have also spoken to my GP, booked an appointment with a breast cancer specialist surgeon to obtain an unbiased opinion about the mammography issue (ps actually said it was easier to feel any lumps on the breast tissue as the implant pushes it forward if that makes sense) and have had a session with a lovely counselling psychologist about my ability (or not!) to make a sound decision about this without tying myself up in knots about it! Yes, I'm a stress head- it's true!
I have only told my husband and am very apprehensive about telling my mum. This is hard as I am really close to her.
Anyway- am looking forward to hearing more about your 'journey'- all the best!!
June 12, 2014
i also went to Dr. Smith in Vegas for consult and I was caught up in the excitement of a new me, going away for professional school in the fall thinking that it would be the perfect time to do it, and ended up put down my deposit, so there is no turning back now, no refunds. Just carefully consider how important it is to you emotionally and not just physically, will you still feel like your true self afterwards, can you picture larger breasts in the mirror, how do you feel about putting foreign material in your body? Just be aware of the complications that can come, every woman is different. You may need additional surgeries in the future, make sure you have the funds. I am scheduled for surgery 6/23 i almost wanted to back out.... its one of those I'm excited but also terrified of the outcome.
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