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36 Y/o, No Kids, Time for a Boob Upgrade! - Miami, FL

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Hello Ladies, I'm soon to turn 36 and finally...

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Mirembe
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Hello Ladies,
I'm soon to turn 36 and finally taken the big step to get bigger boobies. I have wanted to do this since I was 22 and had to swallow the hard fact that my breasts were never going to get bigger. My older sister is a DD and my Mum too, I'm the smallest in my family of many girls and always hoped that perhaps I was a late bloomer but yep, all these years later, I'm still an AA. Still perky lol, but AA nonetheless.
I finally got a job that paid me well enough to afford one at age 30 but my ex who I dated for 4 yrs really discouraged me from doing it saying I was fine, I'll look fake, draw the wrong kind of attention , etc and I listened. We also thought to wait until we have kids but that didn't happen either and time is passing by.
I also come from a very conservative, African background. Breast augmentation or any plastic surgery for that matter is almost unheard of in my home country. You're basically supposed to accept how you are and keep living. People have bigger problems than to worry about plastic surgery. I cannot even tell my parents I'm doing this, they would first pass out on the amount of money it will cost, then bring in spirituality and God into it etc. Too much drama. So only my sisters know and I haven't even revealed that I'm actually making serious plans and that my surgery is barely 3weeks away.

Bottom line though is every day of my adult life I have wished I had bigger boobs. All my bras are padded, if I go bra-less I'm totally flat, like a boy. I wish I could wear halter-neck tops and dresses. I don't even bother with sexy lingerie because I can't quite fill it up so I just have lots of sexy panties but no tops. So the more I think of it the more I'm assured I want to do this.
I've read so many reviews here and so many of you are so pleased with your results and I'm convinced the benefits outweigh the risks.
I'll be flying into Miami from a long way away and so much preparation has gone into this. Obviously no boob gods in my home country and Dubai where I live didn't provide me with a decent pool of doctors that I found worth using. Juky is my birthday month too so I thought why not give myself an epic birthday present plus a recovery vacation in Miami while at it?
I'm so nervous yet so excited. I czarist hardly wait to do this.

I decided to go with Dr. Hochstein the 'boob god' not necessarily because he's famous but also because I really admire his work. The 'after' pictures and videos of his clients are very much like what I'm hoping for.
I would like to put myself in the hands of a very skilled surgeon and I'm confident he will be able to meet my expectations.
I'm still completely undecided between going a full 'B' or a 'C'. I'm very athletic and I do long distance running so I don't want to go too big such that it affects my love for running, neither do I want to go too small and only regret it later. 4 weeks out and I still don't know yikes!

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June 26, 2015
What is your surgery date? Mine is July 21st and I'll be 36 in a few weeks too!
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June 27, 2015
Mine's on 23rd July hopefully. We could be boob twins if there were such a thing lol..! I'll be following you. I'm working on getting my payments through. My card seems incompatible I think with the U.S. banking system..so many compatibility hitches for this out of town patient. Took 3months before I finally got my visa processed..arrgh.. #determination :)
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June 26, 2015
Had surgery this morning no pain at all and I'm in love ...good luck
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June 27, 2015
So glad it's gone so well for you. I actually read your profile a few weeks back and was quietly following. Can't wait to see how your recovery is going. So excited for you!
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June 27, 2015
Thank you
June 26, 2015
I clicked on y our picture because we have very very similar body types ( i have photos on my review). The more I read the more in common I see we have!! I am younger than you (24) but I also come from a very conservative African family so I have only told my sisters as well. I am too the smallest in my family as both my sisters are solid D's and i can only fill a B on good days. My surgery is in four days so Im having every panic attack available. Good luck figuring size and all that!! ill be following your progress!
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June 27, 2015
Hi, I read your story and I completely agree with you. It's like we live in the same house. Yes this has been quite an emotional roller coaster for me too. However I have come to a point where the anxieties I have are more about how this will affect ME, size-wise and my love for staying fit, rather than how it will affect other people's impressions of me. I have hesitated for so long because I listened to other people project their fears, beliefs and doubts on me yet it's my body and only I know how badly I want this. So it's definitely happening and they'll just have to deal with it.
I think it helps a lot when you can get to that point where you realize it's for yourself that you're doing it, and not let others control your subconscious regarding whether to do this or how big you can go etc. I hope I'm making sense. It's a very liberating thought. I really wish you well too with the final decision. Go make yourself beautiful gal!
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June 27, 2015
Good luck! I just had my consultation yesterday, 6/26 and scheduled surgery for 7/31. My PS suggested I take at least 1 week off
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June 27, 2015
Oops I wasn't finished.... My PS suggested I take 2 weeks off bc I work in law enforcement just to ensure I'm able to make quick movements with my arms if I need to pull my weapon. I started off a 36C with great bottom pole fullness but not very full upper pole... So I don't completely fill the C cup. Plus Victoria Seceret does vanity sizing making everyone think they are bigger than they are. I tried on 350cc sizers and really liked that. Due to me having a "good amount" of breast tissue (per the PS) she recommended saline. That will also help develop my want for fuller upper pole (cleavage). She also stated I could go above the muscle (less recovery time... A weekend compared to 2weeks) or below, but also said below results last longer. I'm going with below. I'll also be 36 this year and have only shared this with my sister. She will be helping my day of surgery and my be a few days afte depending how my recovery goes. Will someone be traveling with you, or have you decided to stay in a recovery house? Well now that I have a few things to talk about I'll start my review, so please come check me out! I'm following you so keep us posted! Congrats on your decision!
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July 1, 2015
Ultimately , I had mine redone after having a b + put in. My boobs swelled and were perfect after surgery they were like a c+ to almost a d. Then after recovery I kept watch them shrink day by day until I was like not where's the beef but where's my boobs. I go to the gym everyday , I run lift weights ect. I had mine redone because the b cup was a waste of pain and recovery and money. Either way having boobs was the best thing I've done for my self image and to fil out a bikini top. Good luck .
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August 3, 2015
Aww man, this is scary. I'm re-reading comments now. Sorry I never replied sooner. What's your new size now i.e. how many cc?
UPDATED FROM Mirembe
23 days pre

Trouble getting through to Doctor's office

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Mirembe
Hi did any of you have any issues getting through to Dr. Hochstein's office? I have been calling them all of last week and this morning too and 8 phone calls later, none has been picked up. Is this usual? Very frustrating for me considering I'm an out-of-town client and there are some last minute matters still pending that I need to resolve.

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June 29, 2015
No I had no issues at all ..Who are you trying to reach ? Email is also a better option aswell
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June 29, 2015
Trying to reach Jennifer. I've sent emails too. Just needed to find a solution for my payment process. Seems my card doesn't work with their system. It worked for airline tickets and hotel bookings so I just wanted to find out what's causing the hitch. I guess I just want that sorted out as soon as possible as everything else is finally on course.
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June 29, 2015
Hmm is there a way that you can try another card and pay with cashiers cheque when you arrive ?
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June 30, 2015
I got an email response thankfully from Jennifer, almost as soon as I posted this lol. They're very busy. I guess I'll just be patient. I asked for other options, still waiting for the response on that.
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June 30, 2015
I can imagine your frustration but trust me ..just get yourself ready for the procedure towards buying and confirming what you need so you'll be extra ready
UPDATED FROM Mirembe
22 days pre

How were you feeling 7 days post op?

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Mirembe
Hello ladies. I'm planning to take a long haul flight back home on day 8 post op. That's a 3.5hr local flight followed by a 13hr flight. Just wondering, how was your comfort level & pain level on day 7-8 days post op?

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June 30, 2015
I will be traveling home alone on the 7th day because of the weight of my hand bag I decided to put that in my check on luggage. I am going to get a fanny pack today from forever21 for $9 which will have my phone and ID along with Chapstick. Something around your waist will be great rather than carrying something on my hands I can't deal with carry a lot of weight now. I also got a letter from the office towards what I can't do which I will give to the guys in the airport because I won't be able to lift my hands above my head. I have a layaway aswell in Atlanta, please purchase the neck pillow that's been a lifesaver for me for my flight. No pain right now just pressure
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June 30, 2015
Thank you for this. Thankfully they give a letter for the airport staff, that's thoughtful.
I usually have a small stroller case as hand luggage which I place my handbag on and drag that around. I'm hoping I can manage that way though. Thanks for the hint on the neck pillow, I always forget to carry one and remember once I'm seated lol.
July 2, 2015
I had surgery with Dr. Hochstein about 3 weeks ago. BA with an anchor lift. Flying was a breeze; however, I was accompanied by my hubby to carry everything. I did have to decline lifting my arms, and it was no problem. TSA reps simply had a female agent frisk me by hand. They/She were very understanding with no documentation needed. I had about a 4 hour flight one day post op. I hope this helps, good luck!
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July 3, 2015
Thank you for this. Really appreciate.