POSTED UNDER Breast Augmentation Reviews
23 Years Old, 2 Kids, Deflated 34B - Miami, FL
UPDATED FROM jtx3
2 months post
6 Weeks!!
$5,600
Hi Girls!
I have been waiting for this day since I decided to have the surgery. 6 weeks post-op!! I can finally pick up my daughter :D
At this point I am feeling way better. My boobs are getting softer and squishier, however, I still have a ways to go before they are really soft. And (are you ready for this?) my steri-strips are still fully on. They are holding on for dear life, I can't wait for them to fall off!! Then my breasts will look a bit more natural...
Also, I went to VS and tried on about 30 bras, literally. I simply cannot find a comfortable bra with an underwire. I'm a 34DD now, which fits my boob and chest, but the underwire goes all the way down to my stomach, rather then under the boob. I've tried a 32DDD, 34D, and 34DDD and I have the same problem. I decided to buy some wireless bras for now (pics attached). I also purchased some new sports bras. I tried one on in the store in a large, which looked great, but then I ordered two online and they are tight (actually painful) on my breasts, but loose everywhere else. Not sure what to do now because I Iike the wireless/padless sports bras. I may just need to buy them elsewhere.
I hope you're all well! Let me know if you have any tips for my steri-strips and bras!
*Also, attached some before pics!!
I have been waiting for this day since I decided to have the surgery. 6 weeks post-op!! I can finally pick up my daughter :D
At this point I am feeling way better. My boobs are getting softer and squishier, however, I still have a ways to go before they are really soft. And (are you ready for this?) my steri-strips are still fully on. They are holding on for dear life, I can't wait for them to fall off!! Then my breasts will look a bit more natural...
Also, I went to VS and tried on about 30 bras, literally. I simply cannot find a comfortable bra with an underwire. I'm a 34DD now, which fits my boob and chest, but the underwire goes all the way down to my stomach, rather then under the boob. I've tried a 32DDD, 34D, and 34DDD and I have the same problem. I decided to buy some wireless bras for now (pics attached). I also purchased some new sports bras. I tried one on in the store in a large, which looked great, but then I ordered two online and they are tight (actually painful) on my breasts, but loose everywhere else. Not sure what to do now because I Iike the wireless/padless sports bras. I may just need to buy them elsewhere.
I hope you're all well! Let me know if you have any tips for my steri-strips and bras!
*Also, attached some before pics!!
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UPDATED FROM jtx3
1 month post
One Month Boobiversary!
Hi Ladies! Sorry it's been so long since I posted, things got busy over the last week. Anyways, Sunday was my one month boobiversary!!! I am sooo excited.
So, first off, I saw a major change in discomfort. I am use to have nagging pains throughout the day, being up all night because I'm not use to sleeping on my back, and being just uncomfortable. That's pretty much all gone. I go through the day virtually pain free!!
Also, my breasts feel much softer these days. My right one is pretty darn soft, and my left is softening but still has some catching up to do.
And question: I am cleared to start using a stationary bike. Have any of you ladies started exercising at all. If so, what has your experience been?
So, first off, I saw a major change in discomfort. I am use to have nagging pains throughout the day, being up all night because I'm not use to sleeping on my back, and being just uncomfortable. That's pretty much all gone. I go through the day virtually pain free!!
Also, my breasts feel much softer these days. My right one is pretty darn soft, and my left is softening but still has some catching up to do.
And question: I am cleared to start using a stationary bike. Have any of you ladies started exercising at all. If so, what has your experience been?
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November 24, 2015
omg, you look great!! have I understood correctly yours are 500 cc?
do you have any pre ba pictures??
do you have any pre ba pictures??
November 24, 2015
Yaaay! I'm so happy for you! Still looking fantastic (and I love that bra; gorgeous)! I'm thrilled to hear you're through the hard part, and they're settling so well. Surely something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, right?! I just had pre-op today, surgery on Monday! (I'll be updating my review after I get the babes to bed tonight.)
November 25, 2015
Thank you!! :) and the bra is awesomeee, so nice to be able to wear lace and no padding! plus, it was on clearance for $5.00 - can't beat that! Best best best of luck in your surgery, I look forward to getting the updates!
November 25, 2015
Happy one month!! You look fantastic! :-)
How do you feel in the evenings? I find by the end of the day I still get sore, although not as bad as it used to be.
My PS cleared me to do the elliptical and treadmill (I have both) so every other day I've been doing an hour on the treadmill - not running, but speed walking. He said it's good to get the heart rate up a little, but to make sure I shower right after so the sweat doesn't irritate my incisions. It's been great and feels good to be doing something again. Makes me feel less potato-like...Lol!!
How do you feel in the evenings? I find by the end of the day I still get sore, although not as bad as it used to be.
My PS cleared me to do the elliptical and treadmill (I have both) so every other day I've been doing an hour on the treadmill - not running, but speed walking. He said it's good to get the heart rate up a little, but to make sure I shower right after so the sweat doesn't irritate my incisions. It's been great and feels good to be doing something again. Makes me feel less potato-like...Lol!!
November 25, 2015
Thank you! The evenings are my hardest, I get sore and achy, and usually spend 30 mins or so braless to try to get comfortable again, but even that has gotten better in the last few days. My PS cleared me for a stationary bike (ugh) as of Monday, so probably going to try to get on one over the holiday break and see how it goes! I'm looking forward to getting out there again, I swear I've completely lost my squat booty!!
November 25, 2015
Had my 3-week post op today. He told me I can start lifting light weights & only walk for the next 2 weeks. Then I can go back to spin & hot power vinyasa (I CANT WAIT!!) at 2 weeks from now.
November 25, 2015
BTW: Happy Boobiversary & you look so good!! Very happy for you & glad that you are seeing more progress in the discomfort department. I think mine get really sensitive & achy at times for no good reason. Then it fades. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
November 25, 2015
Thanks! Yes, discomfort department is getting better by the day, but I know what you mean, some days they just hurt for no reason for an hour or so. Happy Thanksgiving!
UPDATED FROM jtx3
25 days post
I'm going to burn these bras...
Hi Ladies!
Let me tell you something. On the morning of 6 weeks I will call my PS and get approval to go braless, then I will burn all my bras lol I just can't anymore!!
I have a very limited amount of shirts I can wear with these bras, and they are so uncomfortable. I slept in my surgical bra last night and have been in pain all day!
My boobs just hurt. And all day I've been experiencing a soreness on my side boob, as well as intense, zapping pains. Are those "Zigers" ??
I'm also tired out so quickly. My husband saw me winded after 20 mins of walking and wanted to know how I manage to work out. Lol. I've never been this winded, aside from being 9 months pregnant! Jeez.
Any advice? How were you girls feeling at about 3 1/2 weeks post op?
And btw, here are my first topless shots!!
Let me tell you something. On the morning of 6 weeks I will call my PS and get approval to go braless, then I will burn all my bras lol I just can't anymore!!
I have a very limited amount of shirts I can wear with these bras, and they are so uncomfortable. I slept in my surgical bra last night and have been in pain all day!
My boobs just hurt. And all day I've been experiencing a soreness on my side boob, as well as intense, zapping pains. Are those "Zigers" ??
I'm also tired out so quickly. My husband saw me winded after 20 mins of walking and wanted to know how I manage to work out. Lol. I've never been this winded, aside from being 9 months pregnant! Jeez.
Any advice? How were you girls feeling at about 3 1/2 weeks post op?
And btw, here are my first topless shots!!
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November 17, 2015
You are looking fantastic love!!!
I'm totally with you - I wanted to have a bonfire with all of my old bras - well let me tell you, I want to burn this damn VS Knockout sports bra even more!! It's like a medieval torture device - I can't stand it!! Pretty boobs deserve pretty bras! :)
This process is just so SLOW...
I'm 19 Days post op, so not too far behind you and I feel the same way. I'm still sore all of the time - in the evenings it gets worse, and so does my swelling. Wearing this damn Knockout for most of the day makes me feel like I have crushed glass in my bra by time I get home from work & take it off!
I also still have a couple of the bruises, although they have faded to an ugly yellowish color. I'm just ready to be pain free already - I'm so over this!!
Hang in there, you're not alone! :) xo
I'm totally with you - I wanted to have a bonfire with all of my old bras - well let me tell you, I want to burn this damn VS Knockout sports bra even more!! It's like a medieval torture device - I can't stand it!! Pretty boobs deserve pretty bras! :)
This process is just so SLOW...
I'm 19 Days post op, so not too far behind you and I feel the same way. I'm still sore all of the time - in the evenings it gets worse, and so does my swelling. Wearing this damn Knockout for most of the day makes me feel like I have crushed glass in my bra by time I get home from work & take it off!
I also still have a couple of the bruises, although they have faded to an ugly yellowish color. I'm just ready to be pain free already - I'm so over this!!
Hang in there, you're not alone! :) xo
November 18, 2015
You're exactly right, this process is so slow! I was not expecting this at all, jeez no one mentioned this...
I can only imagine how you feel with that Knockout bra, it's got an underwire and everything, right? Ouch!
It's too bad about the bruises, have you tried Arnicare gel? I initially bought it from my PS and then ran out and reordered it on Amazon! I rub it on every morning after my massages, careful not to touch the incision sight, and I honestly think it helps with the soreness and bruising. I haven't bruised at all and feel less soreness on the days that I use it. Maybe as your PS what he thinks...
Thank you for the compliment and support, I really appreciate it! xo
I can only imagine how you feel with that Knockout bra, it's got an underwire and everything, right? Ouch!
It's too bad about the bruises, have you tried Arnicare gel? I initially bought it from my PS and then ran out and reordered it on Amazon! I rub it on every morning after my massages, careful not to touch the incision sight, and I honestly think it helps with the soreness and bruising. I haven't bruised at all and feel less soreness on the days that I use it. Maybe as your PS what he thinks...
Thank you for the compliment and support, I really appreciate it! xo
November 18, 2015
Ironically, my PS has had me on a vitamin & homeopathic remedy regimen since a week before surgery that includes taking Arnica pellets 3 times a day. I only had 1 small bruise on each breast (I really think I would have had much more bruising without the Arnica). I'm just surprised at how long they're taking to fade!
The Knockout is a front close underwire bra, with a zip front sports bra attached to it that closes over the underwire bra, so 2 bras in 1. But OMG, I friggin hate this thing and can't wait to get rid of it!!
Hope you're feeling better! :)
The Knockout is a front close underwire bra, with a zip front sports bra attached to it that closes over the underwire bra, so 2 bras in 1. But OMG, I friggin hate this thing and can't wait to get rid of it!!
Hope you're feeling better! :)
November 18, 2015
I'm right behind you I bought another bra same brand a little bigger an I still have the same problem sore as hell. From the bra. You look amazing good.
November 18, 2015
Really? jeez, that was going to be my next step... I have been wearing my bra on the middle setting, rather then the tightest, I it helps a bit. Also went back to using my arnicare gel (stopped using for few days) and that's been helping too, or so it seems. I'm just looking forward to perfect boobs and no pain, and carrying my little lady again!!
Thank you so much for the compliment, means a lot!
Thank you so much for the compliment, means a lot!
November 18, 2015
You are very welcome thank you for sharing your story this site is God sent I would have been lost it feels good to know after spending so much money and going under that there's light at the end of the tunnel my 2 week in half post op is today I live in Orlando I have to drive back to Miami for the spot.
November 18, 2015
You look fabulous! I just met with a new surgeon yesterday who suggests I go 450cc HP. Although we're built a bit differently (I'm a little shorter), and I need a lift, seeing your results is very encouraging! I hope you get to feeling more comfortable very soon!
November 18, 2015
Thank you! I really really appreciate your compliment! How was today's surgeon? I hope less red flaggy! What are your stats? I can tell you, I choose 450cc HP, under the muscle, so he used 500cc HP to make up for what the muscle hides, and mine are pretty large. I think they look great, but depending on what I'm wearing, they look huge lol take that into consideration depending on what you're looking for! xo
November 18, 2015
I actually just decided to commit to him! I've seen 4 docs total, and he didn't raise red flags, thankfully. I'm 5'4", 135lbs, deflated 34Bs from 2 breastfed boys... He told me 450 would look good on me and 500 would be too much on me (especially considering the lift). The other 3 docs suggested mod plus, so I thought it was strange he suggested HP. But he reassured me he was confident that it was best. Stay tuned! I plan to share my experience for others since I have depended heavily on this site to make my decision. Gotta pay it forward :)
November 19, 2015
Oh great, congrats on choose a doctor! When are you scheduled for? Keep us posted!
November 18, 2015
I know your going thru a lot with having kids BUT your boobs look fantastic!! :)
November 18, 2015
Thank you! That's the only thing getting me through this. Every time I'm annoyed, I look in the mirror and I'm like "yeah, these are worth it" hahaha I can only imagine once they're dropped and fluffed... the struggle definitely seems worth it.
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able to pick up your baby :)
I can't believe your steri strips are still on...too funny! Have you asked you're PS about a non painful way to remove them? Mine never budged on their own, my PS pulled them off with tweezers at my 2 week post op appointment. I was still mostly numb at that time so I didn't feel anything lol.
Congrats on your beautiful results!! Xoxo