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I'm 35 years old, married for 10 years, mother of two girls - One year later... - Little Rock, AR
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I'm 35 years old, married for 10 years, mother of two girls, age 7 & 4. I've always been painfully flat-chested, relying on heavily padded bras just to look "normal".
I'm 5'9", 130 lbs, and not quite an A cup. I will be getting saline implants under the muscle. My PS recommended 425 cc, and I was able to try on sizers to see how they would look on me. The high cc number scared me, but with my frame and lack of existing breast tissue they looked just perfect! We expect that I might be a full C cup in the end.
About 2 weeks to go, and I'm feeling the nerves! My initial consult was about 8 months ago, so I've had all the time in the world to think about this and wonder if it's the right decision for me. I'm excited about the end result, but extremely nervous about the procedure and recovery!
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UPDATED FROM blueyes321
7 days pre
The countdown is really on now--ONE WEEK TO GO!...
The countdown is really on now--ONE WEEK TO GO! I've been nesting around the house, organizing and cleaning everything in sight. It feels good to knock out all of these projects I've been putting off, plus it's keeping my mind off my nerves!
I feel a lot more at peace with my size decision. Finally had to stop comparing before/after pics online and just remember how the sizers looked with my body. There are so many factors that go into finding the right look, so it's nearly impossible to find someone just like me who ended up with results I want.
I feel a lot more at peace with my size decision. Finally had to stop comparing before/after pics online and just remember how the sizers looked with my body. There are so many factors that go into finding the right look, so it's nearly impossible to find someone just like me who ended up with results I want.
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November 8, 2012
Congrats =) Keep us posted. I had my first consult in October and my surgery is scheduled for 12/20. Just curious as to how you told your daughters if you don't mind me asking. I have 3 daughters. I want to be honest but you know how kids chatter lol. I am doing this for myself and I have wanted this for years. Just trying to figure out the best way to explain to a 10 year old and 6 year old
November 9, 2012
I haven't said anything to them. At their ages (7 & 4), I don't expect them to even notice. I've thought of some explanations I can give during my recovery period, hoping they will be ok with "mama's just not feeling well". I'm sure I will tell them down the road when they're mature enough to understand.
November 9, 2012
My 10 year old is very observant so I know she will notice the change in size lol I think she would be more upset if I had some type of surgery and not tell her before hand. Just gotta word it right :)
November 17, 2012
I haven't told my daughters yet. 10 and 16. My surgery is Nov26th What did you tell them?
November 17, 2012
I haven't said anything to my daughters. My 4 yr old is oblivious, and my 7 yr old hasn't asked any questions so I haven't had to think about telling them anything yet. They just know that I'm sore and hobbling around a little. Also, I've been wearing sweatshirts that cover up the evidence =)
November 17, 2012
I haven't figured out how to tell them yet. They will be very hurt if I get surgery and don't tell them so I have to tell them something. Just have to word it right :). 13 year old is understanding and behind me 100%
November 9, 2012
Hiya saun~ Thanks for sharing your story. Â Good luck with the surgery! Look forward to seeing post op piks soon.
November 9, 2012
You and I are the same body type. I completely understand the trying to look "normal" thing. My doctor recommeded 450 cc under the muscle silicone. I am also nervous about the size, the sizers looked great but I am still nervous it will be too big. But my doc says with my height my weight and my current cup size (5'8" 137lbs and about a 34 - 36 AA) that 450 should give me a nice 'C'. I am urious to follow your posts
November 10, 2012
My doc asked me what cup size I thought I wanted in the end, which is a logical question. For me, though, it's more about finding the right proportion with my body. There are a ton of factors that lead to the perfect look. If the sizers looked good on you, just go with that and trust that your doc won't turn you into a [RS bleep] star =)
November 17, 2012
Haha! Loved that comment at the end!!! I'm having my implants on the 26th!! I'm a little confused about the size to choose as well!! Def do NOT want to look like a [RS bleep] star!! Lol
November 9, 2012
How are you? I was concerned about that too, when I was looking for implants. It took me a good full 8 months looking and doing my research. I wanted to have implants and the size that fit my body. Im 5'5", 109lbs. and had 32A growing up. I always had to wear padded bras too, to make myself look fuller or bigger. I wanted to have bigger breasts growing up. I got the contoure style, Saline under the muscle. I am a D now. They look great on my body and they dont look to big. The doctor did great. I am sure yours will be awesome, and you will really love them. When I got mine myself esteme came way up. I felt better about my body and the way I looked. My boobs fill out my bikini top well, look good when I wear a blouse.. I dont have to wear padded bras anymore. I have that natural full look. Your family will love them as best as you. I am sure when you tell your daughters about it they will be excited for you too, I am sure. That is also awesome that you are still married after 10yrs.. I am only 19yrs, but I hope I am married for many years too. Congrats again to you. Keep me posted.
November 11, 2012
Good for you, for going for what you want and being who you are. I'm a grown woman and still feel like I'm always worried about what people think.
UPDATED FROM blueyes321
5 days pre
Why is there such a stigma associated with breast...
Why is there such a stigma associated with breast augmentation? The other day I overheard my girlfriends talking about a lady whom they suspected had had "work done". They said, "There's no way those things are real!" and how they'd seen her at the pool this summer and she looked nothing like THAT. They were very negative about it. I would say that my friends were just jealous of the lady, but they have been naturally blessed "up top" and have cute figures and nothing to be jealous of. Needless to say, I haven't told these particular friends about my upcoming procedure (IN 5 DAYS AHHHHH!!!!!!).
Why can't women be happy for other women who want to boost their self confidence by enhancing their figure???? If someone wanted to have their crooked teeth straightened, nobody would talk bad about them behind their back! What's the difference? I wish I didn't feel like I have to keep my BA a secret. There are only a handful of people who I've told, who I trust, who support me and my decision. Does anyone else feel this way...like you're sneaking around hoping no one will find out?
Why can't women be happy for other women who want to boost their self confidence by enhancing their figure???? If someone wanted to have their crooked teeth straightened, nobody would talk bad about them behind their back! What's the difference? I wish I didn't feel like I have to keep my BA a secret. There are only a handful of people who I've told, who I trust, who support me and my decision. Does anyone else feel this way...like you're sneaking around hoping no one will find out?
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November 11, 2012
I haven't told many people either. Hubby ofcourse, best friend, mom and sisters. That's it becuz of how some are negative. I won't deny it afterwards I'm just not gonna broadcast that I'm getting it done. That way I can enjoy it and prepare with suppose minus the negative. I'm doing this for me not for them. :)
November 11, 2012
Tee-hee...that conversation you overheard between your girlfriends would've been my segue into announcing my own BA. Then again, I really wouldn't have needed such an (amusing) opportunity because I was pretty open with my family and friends. I figured that it would be rather obvious to anyone who really knew me before, and that it's nothing I personally consider shameful. If someone doesn't like it, that's pretty much their problem. Fortunately, mostly everyone was supportive, though some surely voiced surprise and/or concern. However, I have not gone so far as to post any photos that show off my enhancement on Facebook or anything. Not sure I could tolerate the kind of discussion or comments that might invite from people I'm only casually acquainted with.
November 11, 2012
Funny you say that, there was a part of me that would have loved to make my announcement and see the embarrassed looks on their faces, but we were in mixed company and it just wasn't the right time. I'm glad to hear that you're so at ease with sharing. Hopefully I will feel more brave after I become the "new me" haha.
November 11, 2012
That's why I'm not telling anyone except my husband,. People are so judgmental nowadays. In the end you aren't pleasing them, you are doing it for you and to make yourself happy. It makes you sit back and think when you do get yours done what will they actually say.....
November 11, 2012
You're right! There's a part of me that's afraid of my friends judging me and talking behind MY back like they did to the other lady. Then there's that (bigger) part of me that knows this is for me and only me, and who cares if anyone has a problem with it.
November 14, 2012
Tomorrow is your day! How are you feeling? Can't wait to read your update. Good luck
November 15, 2012
So happy for you and your surgery tomorrow. Hope all goes well. Excellent point about people getting their teeth straightened and no one bats an eye.No one knows what a collossal pain in the neck it is being flat chested and not having clothes fit properly not to mention wanting to look proportionate in a very image conscious society. Lots of good wishes! :-)
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