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36 Y/o, 5'5" 121 lbs, Breastfed 3 Kids, 34a to 34c/d, 339/371cc silicone unders - NJ

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Since I was in college, I always said that I would...

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Since I was in college, I always said that I would get a breast lift if I needed it after having children one day. I even told this to my husband before we got married. Now, we're done having kids and I finished breast feeding 7 months ago. The month I stopped breast feeding, I decided I'm definitely having my surgery and I'm not just doing a lift. I always said I would have a lift done, but I don't think I ever really meant it. I'm kind of freaked out by the thought of surgery. Something just clicked though once I got my boobs back from my kids. It was like I needed to do this for myself after sacrificing my body for their benefit for so many years between pregnancies and nursing. So, my hubby thought I was insane when I said I wanted implants, but I was insistent. He couldn't believe that organic me would even consider this. I kind of can't believe it either, but once I made the decision, I haven't gone back. I know I will always regret not getting implants, so that makes me firm in my decision to get them.

I waited until a month ago to do my first consultation. I wanted to give my breasts 6 months post nursing before being evaluated. The ps said he wouldn't recommend a lift yet, even though one breast is borderline. I want to get silicone implants placed sub pectoral (dual plane). He said he would probably use about 300cc implants and he didn't commit to the profile. I really liked the ps. He was recommended by my obgyn. However, he only has a couple reviews on here and I felt that he didn't offer enough before/after pics. So I'm not sold on him. I have another consultation setup in 2 weeks with a different ps that I found on here. Super excited about that. A third ps who specializes in gummy bears is setup for the beginning of August.

At this point, I still have so many questions. My husband is insistent that I get the plastic surgery breast expert. However, I haven't had luck finding someone who primarily only does breasts in NJ. At this point, I have been most impressed by looking at a California dr's before and after pics. They are gorgeous and exactly the natural look I'm going for. He does have a fly in program, but then I'd be stuck with trying to figure out childcare for my 3 little ones. Plus, I don't feel like I could commit to a dr without meeting in person. Also, I'm not sure how follow up would be done. Would I have to find another ps in my area to do follow ups?

Pre kids I was a 34b
While nursing I was a 34c
Post kids - I am too embarrassed to go get measured. I still fill some 34b bras, but not all the ones I have.
I would like to be a full c cup after my surgery and would like to have surgery this fall - preferably October.
When my boobs are done, I want to feel sexy enough to wear some hot lingerie like in the pic.

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Parham Ganchi, PhD, MD

Parham Ganchi, PhD, MD

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June 15, 2014
We have a similar story. Check out my profile. I'm almost two weeks out from my second BA and I must say that if your kids are small, you will still need lots of help with them for a while, not just initially -- you can't bend over to pick anything up from the floor and you can't even lift a heavy pot or reach up high for a glass for several weeks. Otherwise, the recovery is pretty painless after the first few days, just discomfort and being a busy mom you have to allow time to heal so you don't hurt yourself. That's where I am now (again). It's hard to keep asking for help for menial tasks like grocery shopping. I'm used to taking care of things on my own. Aside from that, yes!!-- worth every penny. Lingerie and cute sundresses and bathing suits become such fun!!!not to mention intimacy. It really changes so many little things in such significant ways, and it helps you develop more self love and self compassion in a way so that you are even more at ease with taking care of others!!
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June 16, 2014
I read through your profile. That is so horrible that you've had to redo your surgery. It sounds like your in great hands with your new surgeon. Yes, my 2 concerns with surgery are that 1-I won't get a natural enough result and 2- how in the world am I going to take care of my kids? I should be able to have the first week covered between sending the kids to my parents for the weekend and my hubby. For the second week, I'm hoping I'll feel well enough to do the minimal lifting of my youngest child. My other 2 are old enough that they can understand if I say I can't carry them because I have a booboo. You mentioned the intimacy. Hubby was so against this for like 3 months. But now that's he's convinced that I'm not changing my mind, he's getting excited! Lol. I guess I'm so excited too about my future boobs that our sex life is already getting better. :-)
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June 17, 2014
You cannot pick up more than 5-10 pounds for many weeks. No weight bearing activities for 6 weeks. I'm at two weeks and I have to get my oldest to carry grocery bags and laundry. My youngest was 5 when I had my first surgery. They have to be old enough to get in their car seats or you need constant help. You don't want to do anything that will cause a hematoma. Aside from that, the pockets are forming around the implants and you have stitches. It really is major surgery. Just letting you know. Each week you are more able to do things and feel better overall, but the first few weeks there are zingers (nerves) and numb spots and so many unknowns that you must be careful. But indeed it goes by fast and is worth it. Glad your hubby is on board now too. It does ramp up your sex life quite a bit. They are so much fun!!! My hubby was neutral because of the expense and because he didn't want me to even think I should do it just for him, but he enjoys them for sure.
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June 16, 2014
They are so many good PS in NJ. You don't have travel to California to have BA, unless is way cheaper. pl check Dr. Ganchi, Wayne website, Pedy Ganchi, Ridgewood,NJ which I am planning to have free consultation. Good luck. Follow your dreams. Nothing is like loving yourself!
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June 17, 2014
I know you did a consult with dr spiro. Thanks for responding to my other post! :-) I don't see any reviews for him though and that always gets me nervous even though he could be a fantastic dr. I'm seeing dr Ganchi in Wayne next week. I also liked some of p ganchi's pics. Are they related? Did you just find all of these docs online like me or did someone recommend them to you?
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June 17, 2014
I have consultation with dr ganchi in Wayne on July 17, but I think If I can see dr. P Ganchi before that, I would love to see her. I do not know anyone personally, who had surgery done by any of PS drs, but I was communicating with one girl here on this forum, she had BA and tummy tuck done by him this spring. We were writing each other through whole process and she was very impressed. She mentioned that her friend had BA done by him a year ago and loves results. The Ridgewood PS?...here is the girl in this forum with pictures posted before and after surgery and she looks absolutely awesome. I don't really know if both PS are related, hm....good luck with consultation.
June 19, 2014
Just had mine done this morning by Dr Michael Gartner in Paramus. I did my surgery under local anesthesia and I have to admit, it was awesome! It literally felt like I was in there for 15 minutes. I will update my review and some pics hopefully by tomorrow. Right now I'm just trying to rest up and deal with the elephant on my chest!
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June 20, 2014
Congratulations! Make sure to post some pics. You're so brave. I could never do local. I prefer to be completely out - even had general anesthesia to have my wisdom teeth done. I'm such a baby! Please keep in touch. I was very close to scheduling a consult with your ps, but I got nervous about him having a couple of bad reviews on here. It sounds like you love him though and he's been highly recommended to you.
June 20, 2014
Will def update soon. Just took pics, although they are sitting very high so look funny at this point...but it's only day 2!
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June 21, 2014
Took a look at your pics. The girls look great. Hope you continue to recover smoothly this weekend!
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June 29, 2014
Hi Ali39! I met with Ganchi in Wayne last week. I loved him and the office, so I went ahead and scheduled my surgery. You seem to be leaning towards anatomicals. He told me that he doesn't do anatomicals because of the risk they might rotate. I had previously considered tear drop implants, but I like Ganchi's after pictures and am confident in his skill to deliver my desired result.
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June 19, 2014
Now I'm freaking out again! Lol. At my first ps consult, they said that I couldn't pick up my daughter for about 4 weeks which is in line with what you're saying. When I called to schedule with dr eisenberg though, the woman on the phone said I could do the minimal lifting (in/out of crib/car seat) after 1 week. I nearly jumped for joy since there's no way I can go a whole month without having to carry my toddler. Thanks for the warning.
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I haven't worn a bikini since our winter vacations. I guess my breasts were still fuller at that point since I just stopped nursing. I took the kids to the beach this week. When I put on my bikini top, it literally fell off. I got teary eyed. I have no boobs left. I would definitely say I'm an A cup now. I can't believe that doing something healthy for my kids (breast feeding) has destroyed my boobs. I have always been a bit judgmental about people who've had plastic surgery. But now I think more power to them and me! Lol. As long as you love yourself as a person, I think it's great to do a little something to make you feel "normal" again. This summer is going to be super hard for me wearing a bathing suit but at least I have my surgery to look forward to in the fall.

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March 28, 2017
I 100% understand how you feel. I never imagined I would be one to have a BA. I had/have so many friends whose breasts stayed full and large after breastfeeding their children and with mine its literally like my kids sucked them right out of me...lol. I LOVED breastfeeding, and I don't think that knowing the effect it would have on my breasts would have changed my mind in choosing to do it....but I am so happy that the option to feel like "me" again is available. Surgery is 7 days away...Thanks for sharing!
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So I would say I'm obsessed at this point. I am constantly trying to do more research on drs and anything related to implants. This morning in the shower, I was thinking of my cousin. That side of the family all has small boobs, except for her. After having kids, she suddenly had these large boobs. I hardly see her because she's out of state, so I'm not sure if it truly happened naturally or if she got implants. I really want to pick up the phone and ask her, but our relationship isn't as close because of the miles between us. And that gets me thinking. After my surgery, if someone asks me, what am I going to say? Hubby and I really don't want to advertise this. I've only told 2 close girlfriends of mine and my aunt (who's like my cool 2nd mom). I don't really plan on telling anyone else except for one of my SIL's. I know eventually I'm going to have to tell my parents since I'll need help with my kids, but I'm dreading it. I know my mom is going to majorly give me a hard time. It sucks that one of the hardest parts of this process is going to be "people management" and dealing with their attitudes and comments. I'm still unsure whether I'm going to tell my best friend or not. On one hand, I know she'll totally be there for me, but on the other hand, we're both organic freaks and I don't think she'll accept this very well. So a question for the veterans out there - how do you respond if someone asks if you did something with your boobs?

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November 2, 2014
Hi. I know your dilemma. I've told three close friends, two of whom were flat like me and have had implants. They've all been very supportive and haven't judged. I haven't been able to tell my very best friend as she's just lost her husband and now her mum has cancer but would seem so trivial and I don't want to offend her but on the other hand Ive been waiting too long to put it off. My husband obviously knows. I figure that if anyone is a really close friend that I trust and they ask I will probably tell them if we're alone. Anyone else eg work colleagues have no business knowing so I would say no. Have been wearing increasingly large padding so they're used to me larger now. I don't think many people will notice. Going on holiday with sister in law next year and am sure she'll noticewhen I'm in a bikini. But otherwise unless you go large I don't think many people will notice. To be honest only very very close friends shoukd ask. Any one else is being very rude if they do. Dread my mum asking though. Can just imagine her silent disapproval. Mind she may surprise me.
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November 4, 2014
I agree with all you have to say. It's very difficult deciding who to tell and if I could go back and do things differently, I wouldn't want to tell as many people. And I only told 7 including my hubby. I did finally tell my mom since I knew it would really hurt her feelings if she ever found out later and I hadn't told her. She was a bit shocked and concerned for my health, but then just told me not to go too big. When I told her I just want to be back to what I was while pregnant, she really relaxed. We don't talk about it, but at least she knows and I am so much calmer now after finally having the talk with her. Your mother might surprise you too!
November 4, 2014
Yeah I expect she would. She's always surprised me when I have expected a bad reaction about other things. But she's flat like me and it's never seemed to have bothered her. We never ever spoke about it. But then maybe that's a Brit thing. She might even secretly have wanted one herself lol. She's a real worried and I just don't want her to worry so it's easier not to say anything. Ha ha there are so many things we don't talk about. So pleased your mum is cool with it and hope all goes well for you.
November 21, 2016
I just had mine 11/4 and didn't tell any family and I only told few friends. In reg clothes I don't look much diff then the very padded bra that I had to wear! So I will avoid tops that show them off around the family once they drop and fluff...still in sports bra only two weeks ago. Usually I would be flat in sports bra but now sports bra looks like when I had very padded bra. If asked tell them found a great bra that increases cup size and make sure u look up a name of push-up bra that claims look 1-2 cups bigger.
November 21, 2016
Tell your mom u hurt ribs and can't lift...let's just say I couldn't tell my folks or they would go nuts.