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POSTED UNDER Breast Lift with Implants REVIEWS

Slowly getting back to my norm!!

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I can't believe it is my turn already to share my...

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Ray28
WORTH IT$8,600
I can't believe it is my turn already to share my journey. I have spent months on the Real Self website and it has been a valuable resource for me. I had never thought of myself as someone who would get breast augmentation. I always had small breasts but I liked them. I have 4 sisters who are all large breasted and I have seen them struggle. Shirts didn't fit right, backaches, not able to jog or sleep on their stomachs. Two of them have had reductions. Not to mention my breasts always looked better because even though they were small, they were perky! However, age and gravity have set in and my breasts are no longer perky. I originally was hoping that an implant would give me the lift and upper pole fullness I wanted...but after 3 consultations a lift with aug is in my future. My husband is supportive of my decision but really did not want me needing the lift. The scars really worry him, and I have to say that is my biggest fear too. At my consult the PS anticipates that I will have 300 cc in the left and 350 cc in the right (to fix asymmetry) silicone moderate profile under the muscle. I am 5ft 5 in tall and weigh 132 lbs. I am 40 years old and have 2 children, a daughter who is 17 and a son who is 14. Talk about weird telling them I was doing this!! i breastfed them both, one for 6 weeks and the other for 9 months. I am currently a small C cup. The thought of being a D cup worries me but I trust my PS to choose what he thinks will look good on my body. My fear is being too big! I don't want to end up like my sisters with big boobs that are a pain! I want perky and round. Yet I don't want to b too small either! Plan to discuss more at preop on 10-29. I'm trying to not get too hung up on the cc#!! I can only take 1 week off of work so I hope I will heal quickly. I have posted a pic of my dream boobs :) and some before pics. The guilt of spending this much money on myself almost makes me want to back out. Anyone else feel this way?

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Steven Thomas, MD (retired)

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October 14, 2013
I still feel guilty even though I have paid in full for my upcoming BL and BA. I think it's normal to feel that way but just keep telling yourself that you are worth it! You deserve it! We sacrifice so much for our families that its ok to treat ourselves once in a blue moon :) Keep us posted on your journey! We are here for any questions/comments! Good luck!!
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October 15, 2013
My husband keeps telling me that if it's something I really want than don't worry about the $. Life is too short!!
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October 15, 2013
Your husband is right and sounds like a great guy!!
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October 15, 2013
Your husband is 100% right! He is totally supporting your decision which is awesome! Go for it and don't look back!!! :)
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October 20, 2013
Mine also does not care about the money! He only wants me to be happy.
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October 15, 2013
Oh my goodness we woman always feel guilty when we do something for ourself!! Lots of women worry about the scars from a lift but check out some of the before and afters. Most women heal very well and you have skin and nipples. I bet your scars will barely be noticeable. Check out my profile. I'm not that perky because of my age but my scars look great! Good luck with your consult and upcoming surgery.
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October 15, 2013
I meant you have light skin and nipples.
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October 15, 2013
I think u r right...I am going to love them so much that I won't care about the scars!!
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October 15, 2013
Saw your site and your scars look great! Your results are great too!! I hope at 60 I look like u!! Thanks for giving me encouragement. R u back to working out? I lift weights and am worried about getting soft after surgery.
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October 15, 2013
Thanks! I won't lie to you exercise was difficult for me after TT but I had other personal issues that caused me great stress. ( mom with diagnosed with Alzheimer's , job and location change, new marriage) long story short I became depressed and stopped working out. After my recent surgery I'm back working out with a trainer but taking chest work slow. I had a lot of internal stitching though. I'm sure you will do just great! Are you getting implants under or over? Search about weight lifting after BA /BL on this site in Q&A. Doctors opinions vary on lifting heavy weights after so be sure and let your PS know that you lift and how heavy. Some doctors assume women only lift 5, 10 and 20 pounds. LOL Many women that lift competitively have implants without problems but there can be distortion issues when implants are under. Just something you should know and ask about. As for myself, because I have had contracture problems I will stick to lighter weights and more reps but again I'm older. I will be following your journey. Feel free to ask me questions anytime. Best of luck to you.
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October 15, 2013
I know how you feel about the money but it is worth it. I also understand your fears about the lift. I sent my photos to several drs..hoping I would be a candidate for an internal no scar lift, dual plane, you name it. But they all told me the same thing...granted I am more saggy than you. Others told me if I went big enough I could get by w/o a lift, but that is not reasonable at my age...I would've sagged very fast with all the extra weight. You have a good base..bet you will turn out to be somebody's wish boobs. BTW my man thought my boobs looked sexy at 1+ post op...scars, steristrips and all...
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October 15, 2013
That will probably b my husband too!! :)
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October 20, 2013
And mine! lol
October 15, 2013
The guilt about the money is the hardest thing, its a lot of money! but I figured I only live once and we are not getting any younger, I hate to say it but my body after giving birth and have huge, engorged breasts, will never be the same. It is the price we pay, I guess.
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October 15, 2013
I was so nervous to post my story, but can I just say that after only one day that I am loving the support!! We all have the same fears and hopes for a great outcome. Thank u everyone!!
UPDATED FROM Ray28
7 days pre

Preop done!!

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Had preop today and getting very excited!! Nervous excited. Think we have finalized the size. Going with my PS recommendation of 300 cc on the left and 350 cc on the right. This seems a little big when I tried rice sizers at home and sizers in the office today but they assure me that they won't b that big. My husband felt the size looked good on my frame and I trust the PS to listen to my wishes. For all my lady friends who went before me...did u think the sizers felt bigger than the actual implant? Also, was sent home with a cooling device to use after surgery to help with the pain. PS says it will make recovery so much easier. Hope to post some before pics in some clothes later this week.

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October 30, 2013
I am so excited for you! I am sure you are going to get your dream boobies.
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October 30, 2013
Getting real!! Mine is in 3 days! Gulp! lol
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November 1, 2013
I'll b looking for your posts!! :)
October 30, 2013
you will love them!
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October 30, 2013
300cc/350cc will not, by any means be too big. :)) Good luck!
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October 30, 2013
Good luck on your upcoming surgery!! Can't wait to see your results!'
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November 1, 2013
Thx!
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2 days pre

Getting ready!

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3 more days!! Time has gone by so fast. Spending today trying to get the house ready and making ice for the cooler the PS gave me to help with discomfort after. Here are some before pics. Sorry I am not the best at taking selfies!! :)

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November 3, 2013
Good luck to you! I just had mine done Friday!
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November 3, 2013
Hope u r doing well!!
November 3, 2013
you have nice boobies! If you go with the size picked out, they will be very natural looking, so if you do want a little more boob, definitely go bigger like 375 cc They do not feel heavy, that was my worst fear, and as soon as I woke up, I said "oh I could have gone bigger". I love them though don't get me wrong. Its a very small amount, in reality. The sizers just are so weird and uncomfortable. I went with 325, If I had thing to do over, it would be 375 cc
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November 3, 2013
Thx for the advice on size. It's so hard to know what to pick!!! Everyone seems to say go a little bigger. I have wide shoulders so the PS says my frame can handle it. I did worry that they would feel heavy so nice to know that's not the case!
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November 5, 2013
I agree...I think it's good to go a little bigger.
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November 4, 2013
Best of luck! You're one day ahead of me!
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November 5, 2013
Thx!! I'll b thinking of u! We can heal together. :)
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November 5, 2013
So excited for you! Everything will be great! Xoxo
November 6, 2013
Best of luck tomorrow, you going to look awesome!!