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I have searched high and low for a site like this...

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crashedcat
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I have searched high and low for a site like this for months and wouldn't you know it a mere 2 days before surgery I find it!
I have considered it all my adult life. I woke when I was 12-13 and had c cup's one morning. By 18 they were d cups, since I have had 2 kids they have changed shape and sag a lot plus the left breast has always been pretty much a cup size bigger than the right.


Fast forward to being 33 and being in a near fatal motorcycle wreck and breaking my neck & back as well as numerous other fractures plus a 100lb weight gain and they are now over flowing F's.
I am hopeful that by having them reduced, lifted and evened up that I can help alleviate some of the neck & back pain.
I have been contemplating it for these reasons since last summer. I spoke with a friend last summer who had it done and HIGHLY recommended her surgeon. That is what spurred me on. I started researching and decided that it was for me. Then I would decide nah let's wait. Then this Spring I decided I should really look into it as maybe I would not even be eligible to get it covered. I emailed said Dr and he told me to book a consult. That was in June and he could not do consult till Oct 4th. I asked if there was any cancellation list etc he said no but he had a new female surgeon coming to join him in September and she is highly skilled with extra training at Harvard, he also told me that after the consult with him the surgery would still be 6-9 month wait. I opted to go see her on Sept 27 and she wanted to book me for surgery on Oct 19!!! I had to say no as I had accident related appointments to attend, so she said Oct 26th again I had to decline for the same reasons and hence I go Nov 2 @0800!!
My husband is LESS than thrilled, he thinks they are beautiful and I should leave my body alone. I try to get him to look at the pictures but he is dead set against me having it. I know he will be helpful and understand once it is done and I am healed I have not gone into details about the potential loss of nipple etc, cause he would blow a gasket!!
I am very excited for it to happen, scared about the amount if pain but at the same time it cannot rival what I went through in the accident.
Being a RN I am crazy worried about the risk of infection and or potential nipple loss. I am slightly concerned about scarring but ultimately the benefit of them being smaller, less heavy is way worth it. Furthermore being able to buy a button up shirt that fits ALL parts of me not one that is huge to fit the girls so I don't pop a button!!

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August 14, 2015
Hun thanks for sharing , we served an awesome God ... Amen
UPDATED FROM crashedcat
1 day pre

A bit about me: I am 36, mother of a 15yo daughter...

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A bit about me: I am 36, mother of a 15yo daughter and 7yo son. I am Regisitered Nurse by profession and when working worked in the local ER and then in a city Hospital in their Cardiac Surgical Unit.
I was in a motorcycle wreck in Sept 2010 and am not back to work as yet.
I broke my neck at C1, tore the ligaments from C2-C6, broke my back at L5, shattered my pelvis, broke both hips and my left acetabulum. I tore my mesenteric artery and had a mesh repair of my left flank (scar on my belly in the pic) I have a small brain injury as well. I have gained weight which I have been told is due to the injuries, brain injury and of course immobility.
I am hoping that I get some pain relief as well as some increased excercise tolerance.
My breasts are so heavy!!

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November 1, 2012
Good luck to you! You will feel better right away. Even with my little setback, I haven't regretted this for a second. I've already been able to wear tank tops and camis without a bra. It's a whole new world!
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November 1, 2012
That is awesome to hear that even with a set back you are not regretting! Makes me feel a whole lot better about doing it! Hard to even think about being able to not run and hide should I not have a bra on and someone come to the door! LOL! I am super excited!
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November 1, 2012
Wow cat I bet getting this surgery will so help ur back esp with ur injuries. I hope all goes well with ur surgery.
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November 1, 2012
I am not expecting complete relief but a little less pain and discomfort would be amazing! Be sure to share any of your healing secrets please! :)
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November 1, 2012
patience is the secret i can share. lol i am so impatient to heal and move on with doing things. also for the sleepless nights get some chamoile tea! i got that this past week and its helping with insomia i had. have lots of pillows. and move ur end table forward. if u dont have a recliner see if u can borrow one for a few weeks as it will feel better to be reclined than laying flat for a bit esp with the swelling. my back was bit sore from all the changes but mostly from sleeping on my wedge pillow so once u find the comfy position for u all should be ok. i put one pillow on each side of me to keep me from rolling over and to give my hands a better spot since i was inclined slightly. get an extra surgical bra if u can. so u can wear clean one while u wash the other. and once ur feeling up for it u can get ur sports bras. i got the fruit of the loom ones at walmart and then champion ones from walmart. walmart also had some button down pjs tops that might be good for the first week for u. i didnt have any issues with my arms as long as i did it slower but others might feel more tender as they had lipo as well lol. good luck with all and hope this helps give u some ideas :)
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November 1, 2012
oops the champion sports bras are at target not walmart sorry lol
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November 2, 2012
I am fortunate in that I have a special made lazy boy for me and I have a full adjustable bed so it is like a hospital bed, which will make sleeping on my back a lot easier! Thanks for all the advice! Keep it flowing! xox
November 1, 2012
Two Days! You will have great support...so glad your here and have joined our group! I will post pics for you tomorrow and tell you how I do if I am able. I welcome you and we can recover together! Your husband will come around when he sees how happy u are when your dancing for him in some sexy outfits...no worries..whoever said a way to a man heart is his stomach didn't have high heels and cute panties!
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November 1, 2012
Thanks for the welcome! It is so nice to find a spot to ask questions and or see responses to questions I had! Thinking about you and saying a little prayer for things to go well and smoothly for you!
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Well here it is a few hourse before I am NPO and...

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Well here it is a few hourse before I am NPO and we have to leave to get to the hospital. I should be trying to sleep but I know that i won't and I needed to get caught up on here before I could sleep!
I got my supplies today..dressing stuff, 2prs button up pj's, new toiletries as a treat for my overnight in the hospital.
I am so excited I am feeling slightly anxious!
I have always loved my girls till the last 1.5yrs when they just became TOO big! They also use to be perky and well now I could use them as brooms! I tell myself being able to go braless without worrying about pinching a nipple I will be thrilled.
I am nervous my husband will not like the results but then again this is for ME not him!
I just can't wait to be on the other side!

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November 1, 2012
Had my BR with Dr.Ayeni early Oct. I'm sure you will be thrilled with her and your results. I am still recovering but am very happy with the results so far. Just take it easy for the 6 weeks if you can and let people look after you. Good luck and I will wait to hear from you on the other side.
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November 2, 2012
I am so happy to have someone that has had her! She seems great...came VERY highly recommended! I will let you know how it goes ASAP!!
November 2, 2012
Good luck! You are going to be soo happy.... Can't wait to hear about it!,,,,
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November 2, 2012
Counting the hours till we leave for the hospital! Thanks! Will post as soon as I can tomorrow evening I hope!
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November 2, 2012
Good luck tomorrow! It will be over before you know it, so, if you have any jitters, just think of how great you will be feeling afterwards, and it will be PERMANENT!! I can assure you that you will be as happy as all of us 'over the rainbow' are! Will be thinking of you tomorrow.
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November 2, 2012
Thanks! That is exactly how I am thinking about it! I will be so happy!
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November 2, 2012
Good Luck.....Hope all goes well
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November 2, 2012
Thinking of you tonight! Can't wait to hear how it went, it's going to be a dream come true!