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39 Year Old Mom (5'9/150 lbs) Who Loves to Workout - Anchor Lift and Aug 12/6/2016- 400/425 Unders - Mentor Mod Profile Textured
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I've made the decision to do this after wanting it...
WORTH IT$8,200
I've made the decision to do this after wanting it for years. I used to be super heavy, and at one point was a size DDD. I've gotten in shape and this is the only thing on my body I can't change.
I'm not afraid of the pain, but I'm really worried about not being able to lift weights, practice yoga or run. I love to workout. It makes me feel happy and not being able to get that endorphin high is going to be very tough.
I didn't know if I needed a lift or not, but three board certified docs said I had to get one, so here goes nothing. I'm thinking 350-400 ccs and am for sure getting silicone. Pre op appt is 11/12.
I'm not afraid of the pain, but I'm really worried about not being able to lift weights, practice yoga or run. I love to workout. It makes me feel happy and not being able to get that endorphin high is going to be very tough.
I didn't know if I needed a lift or not, but three board certified docs said I had to get one, so here goes nothing. I'm thinking 350-400 ccs and am for sure getting silicone. Pre op appt is 11/12.
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October 20, 2016
I think once you have the new girls you will be so focused on their healing and progress the down time will fly by. And it isn't long before you can do light workouts like stationary bike or walking.
October 24, 2016
I look forward to following your journey. You should think of your surgery as a reward for all your hard work! You deserve it... I too worry about not being able to workout but, I'm also looking forward to actually filling out a sports bra!!! LOL!!!
October 24, 2016
thank you! When I wear two sports bras, they're really pushed up and that makes me happy. LOL. I'm excited for both of us!
October 26, 2016
You look great!!! I think 400cc would look great on you. I'm even surprised you need a lift.
You'll be back at it in no time!!! 2 weeks will fly back and you'll be able to start lightly working out again.
Just like cardio like stationary bike, walking on treadmill or stair master.
You can also get right back into yoga but just nothing where you'll have to hold up your own body weight with your arms.
October 26, 2016
Thank you! I was surprised I needed a lift too. I didn't tell any of the docs that I had been to other docs and they thought I needed a lift. All of them measured me and said I would need one. :( so, even though I didn't want one, maybe it is best for an optimal outcome. Maybe I should post a side pic. It's more evident from the side.
As for working out, I just got a handstand about a year ago and also do a lot of forearm balances, along with planks and push-ups. That's why I'm freaking out about recovery a bit. I love yoga -- it's like my therapy. I know you get it! I can tell from your profile. You inspire me. Thanks for the positive comments.
October 26, 2016
This is exactly where I am! my surgery is 12/1, I'm a workout nut and am afraid to have downtime during the holidays...cookies, cakes, turkey! after having four kids, my tatas are terrible and I've wanted implants since high school. I'm so excited to have it done and know that once its healed and I'm back at it, I will be so happy with my decision!!! Already signed up for an obstacle course race in july and I'm so excited I'll be able to rock a sports bra!!! good luck to you!!!
October 26, 2016
Awesome! We can be "surgery sisters!" I'm going to Hawaii at the end of February and I can't wait to sport my new girls in a bikini!!
UPDATED FROM Yogarunski
2 months pre
Here's a side view. You can see my nipple is lower than the fold, and my extra skin from when the girls were HUGE is there.
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November 9, 2016
Hi, I just want to mention that I think your breasts look very nice. Are your Areolas below the imframmamory fold in the area directly below your breasts? It's kind of hard to tell from the photo. And the reason I ask is because your breasts don't appear to look so droopy ( to warrant the need for a definite lift), especially when looking at your photos... and the upward angle of your Areolas.
The other thing I'm thinking is that you mentioned you like to "work out" and "lift". Given this and the fact that you seem to have plenty of breast tissue, have you considered having your implants over the muscle? That way they wouldn't have to cut into your pectoral muscles, which will be a permanent impairment.
An augmentation with implants over the muscle also will lift your breasts (as opposed to having them under) perhaps enough that you would not need the lift... spearing you the scars. I know you've received opinions from a few surgeons... however, i've observed that most surgeons (in the USA) prefer putting implants under the muscle; this is it's partly because it's a much easier surgery ( taking less time) than going over the muscle, which imho may fog some of their perceptions of what is on the best interest of the patient. I don't mean to offend anyone, but i only want to offer my opinion when I think it might be helpful. All that aside, I wish you the very best with your decisions and your upcoming surgery.
The other thing I'm thinking is that you mentioned you like to "work out" and "lift". Given this and the fact that you seem to have plenty of breast tissue, have you considered having your implants over the muscle? That way they wouldn't have to cut into your pectoral muscles, which will be a permanent impairment.
An augmentation with implants over the muscle also will lift your breasts (as opposed to having them under) perhaps enough that you would not need the lift... spearing you the scars. I know you've received opinions from a few surgeons... however, i've observed that most surgeons (in the USA) prefer putting implants under the muscle; this is it's partly because it's a much easier surgery ( taking less time) than going over the muscle, which imho may fog some of their perceptions of what is on the best interest of the patient. I don't mean to offend anyone, but i only want to offer my opinion when I think it might be helpful. All that aside, I wish you the very best with your decisions and your upcoming surgery.
November 10, 2016
hi - thanks for the comment. I didn't want a lift at all. It's hard to tell, but I do have quite a bit of extra skin. All three board certified docs that I saw measured the distance from the center of my collarbone to my nipple, and determined that I'm just at that spot where a lift is necessary. I do not want droopy implants. Again, I really didn't want a lift, but I think for the outcome that I want, I have to trust that all three doctors I saw thought I should have one -- and I didn't tell any of them that I had consulted with other doctors. One doctor did tell me that he thought I could "get away" without a lift, but I may not be happy with the results.
I've researched going over the muscle, and decided that going under is the best for me. Again, all three doctors I spoke with also thought under would be best. I know it's going to hurt, but I'll be ok. :)
I've researched going over the muscle, and decided that going under is the best for me. Again, all three doctors I spoke with also thought under would be best. I know it's going to hurt, but I'll be ok. :)
UPDATED FROM Yogarunski
2 months pre
Bikini "before" pics
Jeez looking at these just reaffirms that I need this so bad to feel better about myself. I like strapless tops but the way I look in them is terrible. When I lean forward, I have a ton of extra skin. The halter top squishes them together and helps a little, but now I can't wait!
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November 8, 2016
Good luck! I think you look great now, but you will look even better when you are done! I am also going to Dr. Sherbert for my BA surgery this thursday! I am having an implant exchange and a lift. I think I looked similar to you before I had my implants 8 years ago and wish I had done a lift at that time. I thought just putting the implants in would help, which it did, but not enough. I think you will be pleased with your result and I am looking forward to seeing your after pics.
November 8, 2016
exciting! Please keep us updated. I consulted with 3 PS and I liked Dr. Sherbert the best - he seemed so genuine and caring, and more like an artist than any of the other docs I saw. I go for pre-op this Saturday! I'm so nervous!
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