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52 yo (21 yo implants under muscle). Explant complete! Freedom FOREVER!!
UPDATED FROM WantTwoBeMeAgain
6 months post
Post Op - 6 Mo
WORTH IT$3,000
Hello lovies... hard to believe it's been 6 months since the aliens were removed! Honestly, haven't missed them at all! The healing went without a hitch and the random weird "zapping" sensations subsided around the end of month two. Dr said most likely nerves healing. Since I see these every day I don't see a dramatic change but think they fluffed up a little. I am okay with how they look and feel... so nice to put on clothing and not be 2 giant boobs with a woman behind them. Feel it's just "me" walking into a room. My plan of wearing not so snug clothing 1 mo pre and 1 mo post worked beautifully in making this a quiet transition. Other than close friends knowing.. no one noticed or said anything (which is what I wanted). Now to address the weight issue. I had (perhaps subconsciously) carried an extra 10-15 lbs just so I didn't look to freakishly big. So, up until last week I still hung on to that extra weight because I was afraid to lose the boobies I was left with. Not any more! I chose health over tatas! I have lost 5 pounds and will keep losing! I am embracing what God gives me. I will keep you posted and we shall see. Sorry I have been off the radar but life has been busy. Thought it's good to show 6 mo out. I am so proud of each of you who have decided to explant. Just remember, breasts do NOT define you. You are a beautiful YOU - embrace it! Thanks also to all my RS buddies who truly helped me through this journey, don't think I could have made it without you!!! OX Hugs!
Replies (2)
March 7, 2018
Hello....I just found your post. Been on real self for about 7 mos now, reading about explants. I am 64 yrs old. Have had my 350cc saline implants under the muscle for 18 yrs. had 3 consults to remove, all basically the same excep the fees. Anyways, I’m scheduled for removal under local on 4-18-2018. Can’t wait! Nothing is wrong with mine either, just too big, and time to get these things out! Said it will only be approx 45 min. No lift. Soooo.... your story has been very interesting. You look awesome, and I’m hopig mine will do the same as yours. I’ve kinda compared your before to mine. I know you’re younger, I’m just keeping my fingers crossed. Hope you’re still happy with the new You.
UPDATED FROM WantTwoBeMeAgain
2 months post
Post Op -4 Weeks
Hello lovely ladies! Sorry I have been MIA since Thanksgiving but was on vacation. Hope everyone had a blessed holiday!!!
I wanted to post my pics at 4 weeks post op. I am feeling great and am getting reacquainted with "me" again. I love being real and like how I look in a bra and shirt but still trying to embrace looking at my new Tata's. I suppose since I have been so huge for 21 years I just dont know what my real boobs would have looked like (w/o implants) .. or should look like at 52.
I am now in a mission to lose 15 pounds - weight that I think I subconsciously carried to make my implant look not as fake. It's funny, when I told a select group of people I was having an explant they were like "their not real?". They were pretty (but too big in my brain). I have been hesitant to lose this weight because it will most likely affect my breast size and afraid the "fluff fairy" will pass me by. I am okay with that I suppose. I know I will feel healthier being at my preferred weight.
I don't notice much difference - still think my left breast is still too "slopy.
Also, question... for those of you that have explanted, did you get random tweeks or sensations in your breasts? More on my left side... I am almost 6 weeks out. Just curious. Thanks again all you beautiful and strong RS women out there! Thanks again for supporting me along my journey!! I will post pics again at my 3 month mark. HUGS & mucho love!!!
I wanted to post my pics at 4 weeks post op. I am feeling great and am getting reacquainted with "me" again. I love being real and like how I look in a bra and shirt but still trying to embrace looking at my new Tata's. I suppose since I have been so huge for 21 years I just dont know what my real boobs would have looked like (w/o implants) .. or should look like at 52.
I am now in a mission to lose 15 pounds - weight that I think I subconsciously carried to make my implant look not as fake. It's funny, when I told a select group of people I was having an explant they were like "their not real?". They were pretty (but too big in my brain). I have been hesitant to lose this weight because it will most likely affect my breast size and afraid the "fluff fairy" will pass me by. I am okay with that I suppose. I know I will feel healthier being at my preferred weight.
I don't notice much difference - still think my left breast is still too "slopy.
Also, question... for those of you that have explanted, did you get random tweeks or sensations in your breasts? More on my left side... I am almost 6 weeks out. Just curious. Thanks again all you beautiful and strong RS women out there! Thanks again for supporting me along my journey!! I will post pics again at my 3 month mark. HUGS & mucho love!!!
Replies (5)
December 7, 2015
Your breasts look great! Oh how I long to be 4 weeks post -op!! Your recent post really struck a cord with me about the 15 extra pounds because I, too, think I've subconsciously held onto some extra pounds with my implants (I explanted 4 days ago). I've always had huge fluctuations in my breast size with weight gain/loss. It's the first place I gain it and the first place I lose it. Some ladies would probably want this but like everything else....if you have it, it's a curse! Grass is always greener! Anyway, I just want to say your story has been inspirational and I wish you well on the weight loss. At our age it is tough to budge those pounds. No matter what happens with your weight though, you are natural and free! :)
December 8, 2015
Congrats on your decision to explant! Such a big, but empowering decision isn't it? I still wonder why I made the decision to implant and unfortunately regretted almost the entire time I had them. Truly no issues and there were moments I felt pretty and sexy... but 99% of the time hiding behind bigger clothing or not hugging people as tight as I wanted. All good! This Thursday will be my 6 week date. It's really gone fast. Hope you are feeling and healing nicely. Keep us posted on your results! OX hugs
December 7, 2015
My BB, you look beautiful! I have been MIA too. Glad to hear you are well and life is good!
Don't worry about lefty, she will be just fine... Just might take a little longer (I can't see any difference between the 2 in your photos) it was my right one that looked a bit more beat up but I can definitely see improvements weekly. There wasn't much of any improvement between week 2-5 for me but this past week I can see more improvement for sure... Feeling firmer, fluffier and indentions filling in. As you know (being my BB:)) I'm 7 weeks post op today! But it wasn't until this past week I noticed significant improvement. I will post some pics around my 2 month mark. Big love my beautiful friend! xoxo
Don't worry about lefty, she will be just fine... Just might take a little longer (I can't see any difference between the 2 in your photos) it was my right one that looked a bit more beat up but I can definitely see improvements weekly. There wasn't much of any improvement between week 2-5 for me but this past week I can see more improvement for sure... Feeling firmer, fluffier and indentions filling in. As you know (being my BB:)) I'm 7 weeks post op today! But it wasn't until this past week I noticed significant improvement. I will post some pics around my 2 month mark. Big love my beautiful friend! xoxo
December 8, 2015
Happy 7 week mark! Woohoo! I am about 1.5 weeks behind you. I can't wait to see some more lifting improvement but with losing a little weight hopefully won't be an issue. You are giving me hope with your positive changes just recently!!! Love ya kiddo! OX
December 8, 2015
P.S. Yes, I did have random sensation in them too but haven't had any this past week :) xoxo
December 8, 2015
I am at 6 weeks post and I think I had mine done the day after you. I too have had a few sharp pains and little twinges in past weeks. Seems to be the norm I think, tissues and nerves rejoining in their new, all natural home. You look wonderful by the way! Hugs [RS bleep]
December 21, 2015
Your results are so beautiful! Lucky you! I have much the same story, but my naturals are smaller and my post explant sag was not pretty. I just went back and had a lift 4 months post explant. I am very happy with the size, and thrilled to not have those fake bags sewn in my body. Wish I didn't need the lift as now I have to deal with Frankenboob scars. Oh well. You look fantastic though, happy healing!
UPDATED FROM WantTwoBeMeAgain
22 days post
Post Op - 3 weeks
Ladies I feel like a million bucks! I love my new "me" and almost feels surreal! I went for a professional bra fitting at Bosum Buddies and was measured as a 36C!! What? I was B cup before implants and D cup with. But I am sure with age, menopause and a little weight gain gave me a little more breast tissue. I found two bras at the Bosum Buddies and a couple more at Kohl's. Very happy! Feel great and what is so awesome is that no one noticed and If they did, nothing was said. Yay! Sutures out... All healing great! Using EMU oil on my incision and Palmers Cocoa Firming cream daily! OX
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November 21, 2015
So pleased for you! Great news you got properly fitted and are happy with your bras. I am not back to what I was before implant either 34AA and thought I may be a 34B but the ones I tried on for a dinner dance in 3 weeks were too small, I had breast tissue sticking out the sides. 34C looked much better. Only 3 weeks for me too, I think I may change yet, so not going to buy any more just now. You are looking so natural and healthy! X
November 21, 2015
Thanks! I Purchased 4 bras, different colors and styles for now. I want to lose about 10 pounds which will probably affect my size somewhat. No matter... so happy!
November 21, 2015
I have about 6 lbs I would be happy to see the back of too! Gained weight on purpose to fill out my face a little and most of it is around my middle! Haha! Still, good to have a project, since we have done the big one already!
November 22, 2015
I ended up at a 36C, too! I was an Almost A before my implants. Mom always said they'd grow with age. :) I bought a few bras at Soma (my first underwire ever!) and a few Maidenform. The Soma are much more comfortable.
November 23, 2015
Awesome! Glad you are so happy!! Where can I find Soma? Also Maidenform are my favorites so far! OX
November 25, 2015
Soma stores are at malls or online. I bought their EMBRACEABLE Full Coverage bras, which always are Buy 1, get 1 for 50% off.
November 25, 2015
Thanks you! Do they run pretty true to size? I will look for this bra. :)
November 26, 2015
They fitted me in the store but it is the same size as the Maidenform bras (which I bought after the fitting).
November 23, 2015
You are looking fabulous my friend! So happy to hear all is well with you! You rock! Love and blessings, G xoxo
November 23, 2015
And you look like a million bucks, my friend! I'm feeling really good! Just took a couple of pics...5 weeks today! xoxo
November 24, 2015
I am two weeks post op, couldn't be happier! I'm so happy your experience was good!
November 24, 2015
Congrats on your successful explant and elated that you are so happy! It is such an empowering experience! OX
November 24, 2015
Yes! You look great! I inclined more and more toward finding the natural breast more attractive. Amazing! I'm glad you're doing great!
November 24, 2015
Thanks! Me, as well! I even notice more on TV that you see more natural breasts instead of in-your-face Tata's! Happy Thanksgiving!
Op and most likely will not have a lift. I am happy with the real me. :)