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50 Yrs Old, Like the way they look, hate the way they feel!
UPDATED FROM ffwife
5 months post
5 months post op - couldn't be happier
ffwifeNovember 14, 2016
WORTH IT$3,900
I haven't been here in awhile, honestly, I had to take a break from focusing on my breasts. I have no regrets other than having implants in the first place. I'm so happy to be me again and feel like a natural woman. My confidence is so much higher now, I've lost almost ten lbs and feel like I can do so much more without those things. Nobody even noticed and my breasts are never a topic. It was never for me and I knew that, I guess I had to go through it to confirm that, sadly. My back pain has subsided a lot. I massage all the time, and can tell that the adhesions are correcting. It looks less weird when I flex now. As soon as my scars fade, I will have no evidence of having this done, at least in my minds eye. So happy I got rid of those things and am happy. Wishing you all peace and happiness in being the best you.
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UPDATED FROM ffwife
21 days post
3 weeks post - no regrets
ffwifeJuly 7, 2016
Hi ladies I'm 3 weeks post-op today feeling great! I started walking again 2 weeks post-op went back to my physical therapy for my back yesterday and rode the bike and got some soft tissue work she worked on my pecs which were very sore but I feel great this morning. I wear push-up bras again and have people tell me I look exactly the same. Those who don't know I've had this done, interesting enough always stare down at my chest when they're talking to me it's kind of hilarious. I am very happy I did this, I sleep so much better at night both physically and psychologically. I posted some pics my scars are still raise which I think is normal. I do have some teeny-tiny puckering or stretch marks when I raise my arms but overall I feel like I'm back to myself. Thank you so much for all the support on this site it has really been a godsend!
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July 7, 2016
By the way, your breasts are super natural and not small at all!
They look bigger than mine with implants!! Lol!!
Love them a lot! ;)
They look bigger than mine with implants!! Lol!!
Love them a lot! ;)
July 8, 2016
Really, they are pretty small. It's ok though. I just wear my old push ups and they look good :) The pics make them look awesome, I really need to have someone take a pic for me and see if they look the same. I'm trying not to be obsessed with looking at them or letting them define me, I'm just happy to be me again. Thank you for the compliments. I did try on a 36C demi bra that I couldn't really fit those non-pliable implants into, I seem to fit into it pretty good, seems hard to believe. I think it is just one of those bra styles that runs smaller for the size. Either way, I felt fantastic in it. Your breasts may be small, but they are def perkier than mine. All that I have sits at the bottom, lol. I just have to position it right. :) Thanks for your positive comments.!
July 8, 2016
Hi ffwife, I understand what you're saying about the photos, but honestly, I will be very happy if I can have results like yours. We shall see. Thanks for sharing your feelings!
July 9, 2016
Hi ffwife!!
We can be very satisfied and proud we did it, an everything is going good! :)
I'm trying not to be obsessed with looking at them many times every day, too!! But it's difficult, hehhe here is summer time, it's almost 40 C° and some days I have several showers so It's impossible not to look at them.. Hahaa...my mum who is coming home to help me with the homwork etc..tells me..you are a bit obsessed..above all because I am always talking about something related to my breasts!! Hhahah
Anyway at least all my comments are positive!
Because I am very happy! :)
Take care! Xoxo
We can be very satisfied and proud we did it, an everything is going good! :)
I'm trying not to be obsessed with looking at them many times every day, too!! But it's difficult, hehhe here is summer time, it's almost 40 C° and some days I have several showers so It's impossible not to look at them.. Hahaa...my mum who is coming home to help me with the homwork etc..tells me..you are a bit obsessed..above all because I am always talking about something related to my breasts!! Hhahah
Anyway at least all my comments are positive!
Because I am very happy! :)
Take care! Xoxo
July 7, 2016
You look amazing! I'm so proud of your courage!!
July 8, 2016
Hi tmr777, thank you! I have to say, I'm pretty proud of myself too. I just have such a sense of freedom and feel myself again. That is flat chested, by today's standards, but it is me. How are doing? Haven't seen any updates. Has the fluid gone? I hope you are healing well. I appreciate your comment.
July 8, 2016
I posted an update but I probably did it wrong.....I'm doing well. The fluid in my right breast is almost gone, but I'm still quite swollen with fluid on my left. I found out that the implant was ruptured on that side, and judging by the initial bruising, I have a feeling he really worked hard on that side. I'm using cold packs to help the healing. PS said I can have fluid removed up to 8wks post surgery, so I'm giving my body a chance to absorb the fluid on its own...if it doesn't I will go in at the end of the month to take care of it.
Overall, I'm still so thankful I did it. My body seems to be shrinking all over.....my pathology report said that I had chronic inflammation.....it's now going away! It's weird shopping for bras in the little girls section....I'm barely a 34 A (from 36 B).
Here's to us, the brave and healthy! Thank you for your posts! They have helped more then you'll ever know! We have quite an ex plant sisterhood on this site!
Overall, I'm still so thankful I did it. My body seems to be shrinking all over.....my pathology report said that I had chronic inflammation.....it's now going away! It's weird shopping for bras in the little girls section....I'm barely a 34 A (from 36 B).
Here's to us, the brave and healthy! Thank you for your posts! They have helped more then you'll ever know! We have quite an ex plant sisterhood on this site!
July 7, 2016
You look fabulous!
July 8, 2016
Thank you, feeling pretty fabulous. Flat chested again, but this is the way I was supposed to be! I just try to get those ideas out of my head that I ruined myself with those things. I think I am about the same size, just not as firm. Maybe that would have happened with age?? Just feel some tissue was lost. I'm prob a little bigger just because of weight, hopefully, not too much changes when I lose the weight. Thanks for your comment!
July 9, 2016
I am now 6 days way, so you words are so encouraging for me now!! I hope I am a bit bigger then before and I gained some weight since then too, just hope it went to the boob area. I can feel some tissue, just hope it's enough...plus want my health back, that's the exciting part!!! You look wonderful and thanks for sharing my bosom buddy!
July 8, 2016
WOW!!!! You look absolutely AMAZING!! Big difference from a couple weeks ago. I'm so proud of you!! I'm sure you are enjoying finally being active again. Thank you for sharing with us.
July 9, 2016
Thanks margaret1966. I think I look a bit droopier, but overall so happy without implants, so I can deal! I appreciate your comments. Hope you are getting closer to a decision for yourself. :)
UPDATED FROM ffwife
12 days post
12 days post op- feeling a little down
ffwifeJune 28, 2016
Hi ladies I'm 12 days post-op. I have my ups and downs mostly ups though and very happy that I did this for so many reasons. The main happiness comes from just being me. I feel more beautiful with my own breasts and feel this inner satisfaction and strength come through. My unhappiness comes when I think what I've done to my body. I keep comparing my old pictures to now wondering if they look the same. I'm not real happy with the swoop and the jiggly mushy gushy. Not sure if that will ever firm up. I'm also afraid that once I lose these excess pounds I put on since having them I will look even worse. Just having a bit of a Down moment I suppose to be expected?
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June 28, 2016
ffwife I am a bit down too :( I am worried about the healing because they are so small, much more than at the pics!
Above all I am thinking too about you said, I am almost flat and now my weight is over 5k.. So I don't want to think what they will get when I lose those extra kilograms, just nipples, skin and bones :(
But I can't do anything else.
Just cross my fingers for a good healing.
And try to be more positive, to reduce importance to the appearance and to convince myself I don't need breasts to be beautiful, that's all.
Be patient!
Xoxo
Above all I am thinking too about you said, I am almost flat and now my weight is over 5k.. So I don't want to think what they will get when I lose those extra kilograms, just nipples, skin and bones :(
But I can't do anything else.
Just cross my fingers for a good healing.
And try to be more positive, to reduce importance to the appearance and to convince myself I don't need breasts to be beautiful, that's all.
Be patient!
Xoxo
June 28, 2016
Agreed! The alternative is just not an option. I was so unhappy with implants. I'm def happier now, just need to keep the focus on my inner beauty. Thanks for your support.
June 28, 2016
I'm 5 days post surgery. Before surgery, I made a promise to myself, no matter what I look like, I will love me Anyways. I'm not allowed to criticize myself for trying to be healthy. So far it's working......I'm terribly flat on one side but that's ok.....these same misshapen breasts fed 4 children- I celebrate them because of that. Through a lifetime of deformed breasts I've learned that so much of it is in my head......prayer helps so much...good luck to you. Honestly, you look great in your pics...we are all so brave to chose health......love to you from me, T.
June 28, 2016
I think you look lovely and I would hope to look like you when my explant is done. I am on the countdown..three weeks away. I am a little down today, the wait is hard because of dreading the worst case scenarios. I too am trying to be strong and find my inner beauty and focus on my other outer features that I have been blessed with.
June 29, 2016
I feel the same in many ways. I keep telling myself, this is who I am, what I'm supposed to be. It does make me proud, just sad that I ever messed with them. So disappointed in myself. But, what's done is done, can't change that. Just glad I was able to get back to some sort of semblance of "me." Hope you're doing better. You saw your PS today right? Hope you got some answers
June 29, 2016
Thank you PSwolfie. My pics look better than reality, but I'm seeing changes everyday. I know the waiting is very anticipatory, but once its over you will be so relieved. I can't imagine having those things inside me ever again. So happy to never have to think about it anymore. Will be praying for all ladies still to come up for surgerysurgery. Best wishes
June 28, 2016
It seems to me like feeling down should be expected, and is probably the most difficult part of the process. Whatever kind of surgery one has, there is a definite period of depression like feelings afterwards. Your body has been through some trauma, and your mind as well. It will take time to feel like yourself again. The fact that you are happy with the explant right now bodes very well for where you'll be mentally in a few weeks. The post-surgery depression is what I fear most. It seems like some people are more prone to it. It always happens to me. It's the main reason I haven't scheduled explant surgery. I know it will pass, it's just awful going through it.
June 29, 2016
Wise words and very insightful, thank you. Sadly, my back is still killing me. My PS did say not to expect explant to be like a light switch for that, so I'm hoping once I can get back to PT and then working out, that will get better. I think that is depressing me as well. Pain is debilitating.
June 29, 2016
Oh my gosh ffwife, I do understand how depressing constant pain is. My heart is with you. Personally, I think you look fantastic and even though I know you say the photos are more flattering than realistic, you really did get great results. Can you focus on the positive aspects you are experiencing as much as possible, and know that the recovery process includes your mind and self-image healing as well. Discomfort and pain color my attitude and personality frequently, but I know it will pass. Best wishes.
June 30, 2016
Yes! Your words and encouragement are definitely helping me to do that, thank you from the bottom of my big beautiful heart! Today was a bit better, back wasn't as bad, but I didn't work today. I think the computer job takes its toll on my poor tired back. Have a PT àppt next Wed, can't wait. I feel a little more fluffed today too. I appreciate your time in posting! Hope you find your peace soon. Xoxo
June 30, 2016
Hello ffwife, you're so right, a computer job takes a big toll on your neck and back. When you can start working out, strengthening your trapezius, lats and rhomboids will help support your posture while you sit. I'm sure you are well aware that getting up and doing some stretching every half hour or so will relieve the strain on your back. Good luck with PT appointment! It's bound to help you feel better.
July 5, 2016
Hello ffwife, how are you feeling? Is your back feeling at all better? I hope your PT appt will be super helpful.... I'm getting more dedicated to the idea of explant asap and obsessed with trying to figure out how to get through it. But I guess the only way is to do it. Please keep us posted on your progress.
June 30, 2016
Hi luvy, absolutely normal and we all have grief to work through, since we have been through a lot and may have some imperfections we aren't happy about too, by hey overall keep looking ahead and seeing we are all getting healthier for it, and you'll likely be going through the shock of size change but things will get better, if not in flesh the mind and heart will adjust to not worrying so much, I've found they did firm a lot in the last few weeks...oh and also at different times in my cycle they change too!... ;) so... Chin up, and be patient with yourself... We understand and are here with you in thsame boat... ;) xxxx love and hugs, and keep focused on all the benefits, or go do positive distractions like a funny movie, or a walk in the sun?... Xxxxx
June 30, 2016
Thank you. How long till you noticed some firming up? Did you have any weight loss after that affected them?
June 30, 2016
About month two I started to get a bit firmer, minor changes, baby steps... And I don't think I've lost weight but my boobs fluctuate a bit around the cycle too... I don't think I have much fatty tissue anyway for weight to affect?! Lol... So it's gotta be naturaful for me, to create new cells!... ;) xxxx
July 1, 2016
well just so you don't think it's all roses for me... Yes I am glad I've got something there, lol, but they did shrink a bit and my scars show and stretch marks too, and Im adhered in one corner, jolly boob doesn't crease where it should... But oh well... So yea I have moments too luvy... But that's all they are... We have to keep busy and looking ahead... ;) xxxx love and hugs! [RS bleep]
July 1, 2016
You & I joined explant island on the same day!
July 1, 2016
Congratulations! How are you doing? I don't see any pics on your profile. Yes, feel the same way about messing with Gods creation. Sadly it was others who made me think so, I should have stuck to my instincts. But that's in the past what's done is done and now I fixed it. Onward!! Hope you're doing well.
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