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50 yrs young mother of 4 nervous and excited - Restoring my Breasts w BL & BA

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I'm a 50 yr old mother of 4 grown children, all of...

mychance
WORTH IT$9,000
I'm a 50 yr old mother of 4 grown children, all of whom I breastfed. I was large breasted for my frame when I was younger as well as during my pregnancy/breastfeeding years. I have always been athletic and have lost 20 lbs or so in the last 15 years. During that time, my once full breasts have become deflated, saggy and asymmetrical. The changes in my breasts have bothered me for the last 10 years, but really a LOT in the past 3 years.
I try to eat healthy, exercise moderately and we live an active lifestyle. I am 5'5" and 124 lbs and would say I'm 50 years young, but my breasts look more like that of an 80 year old! And forget about trying to bra and swimsuit shop - it's so frustrating to find anything that I can wear as my breasts just fold up on themselves in a push-up or it fits one and not the other. My sweet husband (of 30 yrs) has never made me feel anything but beautiful, but I just don't want to look like this and worse in the next 30 :( I've come to the decision that I'm going to JUST GO FOR IT and thankfully my husband is very supportive.
So, we found a PS, went to the consultation in December, went to the Pre-op appointment Feb 3rd, and my surgery is in 10 days! I'm nervous, then hopeful, then excited, then wondering if I'm just being crazy. This is such a big expense - and I'm not in my 30's anymore. But the thought of leaving them the way they are is just the saddest thing to me and dealing with the anxiety I have when wearing anything low cut or when swimming is just difficult and ongoing. I feel like it's now or never for me and we've had a lot of diff things occur in Jan but I have this window of opportunity and I'm going to take it! If I don't I think I would always regret not having done it, and my whole life I've tried to be intentional so as not to regret the way I lived and the choices I've made.
I have appreciated finding this website and have learned so much from you girls sharing your journeys. I haven't told a soul that I'm doing this because I just really don't want everyone's two cents and judgement or negativity going into it. My husband & mine are the only 2 opinions I really care about. I'm not looking to be a beauty queen, I'd just like to feel beautiful for myself and my husband and restore my breasts somewhat. People don't always understand nor would some make this same decision, so I guess I just don't want to hear what they think. The was a hard enough decision to make for myself. It does make me feel a little alone in it though, and since I'm outgoing and a people person, that has been different for me. So thank you all for sharing and encouraging each other. It allows me to know that there are others out there who I can identify with. I'm getting smooth round moderate plus profile gel implants 350 range under the muscle and a full breast lift. If any of you have had this I would love to hear from you. Thanks

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Wilmington Plastic Surgery

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February 7, 2015
The swing in your thoughts and emotions are normal. I was the same way up until I fell asleep in the operating room. I am now almost 3 months post and have not regretted it once. Even wearing my same clothes, I stand up taller and am more confident in my daily life. The only people that know are my hubby, my daughter, 3 friends (1of them had her breasts done years ago and was a great resource for me) and the RealSelf ladies. This site has been a great place to express concerns, get advice and support as well as to show off a little afterwards :) I have 400 cc over the muscle with a lift. Anything I can help with, please let me know.
February 8, 2015
Thank you for your encouragement. How are you doing after 3 months? Did 400 cc give you what you'd hoped for or do you wish you'd gone smaller or larger? Thanks
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February 8, 2015
I was off for 2 weeks, went back with a 10 pound weight limit for 3 weeks and now working like normal. No one has said anything but for the 6 weeks prior, I was wearing VERY padded bras so it was not obvious. With the help of a strategicly placed pillow able to sleep on my stomach, YAY! ! At first I thought I should have gone bigger, but now that tje girls have settled in, they are perfecto! I really wanted upper pole fullness and I definitely got that now. Very happy with my choice
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February 7, 2015
I am glad you came here to real self! I am a 55yo mother of 5, who breastfed. I was always small chested, but after breastfeeding I ended up a very nice looking 38C. I weighed about 150 for quite a long time, but ended up with a series of medical problems and 14 surgeries in the past 5 years. I weight trained most of my life and have a pretty large frame. I went down to 125# and looked like a zombie! I have since regained the weight, plus a little more from having to be sedentary, but none of it went back into my breasts! I had my BA/BL on 1/16/15. Like you, only my husband and two trusted friends know about it. I know for me that now was the right time! My health is doing much better after finally having a surgery last September that solved colon issues caused by a surgery four years ago. I still have arthritis and some mobility issues, but needed to feel like a whole woman again. I have many allergies and wound healing issues, so it will be a little slow going for me. I am looking forward to many years of enjoying my new "girls", feeling younger and more confident! Good luck on your surgery. Don't be afraid to ask any questions you have or send a private message if you would like. God's Blessings!!!
February 8, 2015
Thank you for sharing and for your encouragement. How are you doing after just 3 weeks? I'm sorry for your health issues - I know that after raising 5 children you've already had a lot in your life! Was this surgery hard on you? Blessings to you too and I hope your recovery is complete and speedy.
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February 8, 2015
The surgery was not too hard, but I am definitely still struggling with fatigue. I have had to learn to pace myself. If I do too much one day I might sleep through most of the next! I had a very slow first week, but by the end of the second week I was really feeling pretty normal, just a little more tired. I have a split suture line, probably because of my autoimmune diseases. It was not really a surprise since I have had wound healing issues with a few of my surgeries. I have lots of allergies and really really sensitive skin. We could not use steristrips or any kind of tape or surgical glue. The incision is improving, but not as fast as I would prefer! Even so I have no real plans until Cancun in May, so I have plenty of time to heal. I am disabled, so no work obligations, just taking care of myself. I also have a very supportive husband - 35 years in June!
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February 7, 2015
P.S. Mine are 300cc moderate+ mentor memory gel, under the muscle with anchor mastopexy.
February 14, 2015
Hello, You have made a fantastic decision! I am 52 years old and I am post op 4 weeks full anchor lift and 300 cc high profile implants). I can relate to all of your concerns. Feeling beautiful for yourself and husband is all the reason you need... I too considered it a "window of opportunity", a chance to make my outside match my inside at this point in my life. You are not alone, and "tell or don't tell" either way you will as my husband says, "...have rockin' boobs." ;-)
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April 1, 2015
OMG!!!! You look AMAZING!!!!!!! Are you using anything for the scars? Scar creams, gel, silicone sheets?
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5 days pre

Few before pics

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February 11, 2015
Our BA surgeries are the same day!! Good luck hun!!
February 13, 2015
Good luck to you too! I hope all goes well :)
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February 12, 2015

Thanks for sharing your story, and good luck!

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Getting Close...

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Got my RXs filled, some supplies, got a few soft zip-up hoodies, and have been trying to clean and finish everything before Monday. We have plans Saturday and will be out-of-town Sunday so time is getting short. They called and moved my surgery up so I have to be there by 7:30am. Still been trying to fit in exercise some. Wondering if I'll be able to do push-ups again? I did get a chance to golf 9 holes today with some gals from our neighborhood. Can anyone comment on how it is to get back to golfing? I'm whipped - just finished taking care of finances and finishing my taxes. Best wishes to all of you getting your surgeries in next few days

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February 14, 2015
I am also a young 50 and today am 1 week post op with my lift and new implants. I have posted my review if you want to read. Only my husband, my daughter and 3 friends know I did it. You need to do this for you. I am badly bruised but feel good. They look ugly right now but I know every day they will look better. I am really glad I did it.
February 17, 2015
Hi julmor71. Thank you for your encouragement. I read your posts to my husband last night as we were traveling back home from out of town. I really appreciated all your information and pics. It's so nice to know others are going through the same process - even others my age! I will be following you...best wishes for a speedy recovery! Take care
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February 14, 2015
Good luck on Monday! Praying for a good surgery and speedy recovery.