Feeling the Relief of Not Lugging Around 32G's! - Minneapolis, MN

I had my 12 week post op appointment. It's funny that I've gotten so used to the new me, that the surgery seems a long time ago already. I just wanted to update, because reading these reviews helped me so much before my surgery. I honestly had a couple of days after the surgery where I felt sick to my stomach and I do think I probably just had too much stuff in my system. I was very careful to follow all the instructions and I had no complications. My daughter did even better, but she is much younger. I looked at my pics and I don't look much different now. The scars are not bad and I really never cared too much about that. My daughter's look much better which is good because she did care about that. We've gone bra shopping and both ended up being a C cup in most styles. Our PS was fantastic and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a BR. It is so nice wearing nice bras and not feel myself tugging at them all day long and ripping them off the first thing when I come home. I used to wear my son's old baggy t-shirts when I came home from work at night. I haven't worn them once since my surgery! I have zero regrets about the surgery and I'm so very glad I didn't chicken out. I just wish I would have done it years ago. I have one more appt. with the PS at six months and then we are done. I'm still amazed at my trip to Soma where every single bra in my size fit and the hardest part was just deciding which ones to buy! Now if I could just find jeans that easily...

I shopped at Soma for new bras. I was measured a 34B or a 32C. Now THAT was good news! As everyone knows, bras are all different and I ended up with one 34B and one 34C, but they fit so well! It's been so many years since I had a bra that really fits. The young woman helping me was very interested in my BR since her sister is considering one. Anyway, I would highly recommend Soma for a nice wirefree bra. Cute prints and colors and a good price for a more expensive bra. I am finding that now I am focusing less on any slight discomfort and more the positive of what this surgery has done for me.

Today I went for my 4 week post op appt. My surgery was 4 weeks ago tomorrow! I will be posting a couple of pics. My PS said everything looks good and so far, even with all of my worry, I have had a very uneventful recovery. The worst part of the surgery was be far the anxiety I allowed myself to feel beforehand. I was never in any real pain, just uncomfortable at times. I'm still sleeping on my back at night, because it is more comfortable for me and the pillow underneath my knees helps take the weight off the pressure points in my back. I was given the okay to start exercising. I have a home gym, so fortunately I don't have to fight the crowds. I only did the leg portion of the eliptical, took the dog for a short walk and some sit ups. Less than 20 minutes. I was also told today to go ahead and buy an expensive bra if I want to. My cup size is about what it will be even if there will be some changing in shape. I believe I am a C-cup in most bras. The best part was the lift. I swear my posture is so much better, my heart burn is gone and I finally have breasts that fit on a 5'4" 125 lb. woman...except I am 50 and they appear to be 20! The PS also said to get more aggressive with the wash cloth in the shower (sounds kind of creepy, but I think he means scrub away and don't be afraid of them. I asked him about different lotions and oils and he said anything expensive is a waste of money, so just use what you want. He also said the scars would get much thicker before they start to fade. I'll be seeing him again in two weeks since my daughter will be having her surgery on December 18th. There has been a lot more boob talk in our house than I am sure my husband and 18 year old son would like!! I have found this site so helpful and I am very grateful to all of the woman who shared their stories and/or photos. As long as things keep going well, my next appointment isn't for two months!