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My journey to small tatas

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I've been large breasted for pretty much as long...

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phoenixblaise
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I've been large breasted for pretty much as long as I remember. I hit puberty early and the boobs seemed to sprout overnight. I don't ever remember wearing a training bra. I was the girl the boys chased around the school yard to watch the boobs bounce! (I actually married that boy!). In high school I was spilling out of a 36C and the sag factor had already started. I had looked at doing s breast reduction at 20 when I was a D, I was told I had to lose weight and by the time I was to meet with the surgeon, I chickened out. As I got older I gained weight, and cup size. By the time I got pregnant with my first child, I was 210 lbs and bigger than a 40DDD. After 2 kids I was a 250 lbs and a 42F. When my second baby was 6months I focused on losing weight, dropped 85 pounds and my breasts spilled nicely out of a 36F. I have back problems, neck problems, skin problems, they sag unnaturally low, the tattoo i got when I was 18 is now 4 inches below my boob, I can't wear any shirts with buttons or really anything without stretch, I look ridiculous in just about every bathing suit out there, I poke my own eyes out when I run, even with 3 bras on, I have to hold onto them, it's kinda embarrassing! I went to a plastic surgeon that came highly recommended by doctor colleagues of mine (I'm a Nurse), he happens to specialize in body sculpting after excessive weight loss. He said I'm an excellent candidate for a breast reduction and also for a lower body lift later on! I found out I was approved by OHIP (Ontario health insurance plan will cover the cost of the surgery) and my surgery date is booked for May 2nd! I'm really impressed how quickly this referral has gone. About 4 months from when they got the referral to surgery! Including "time to think". I'm so excited and can't stop thinking about all of the cute clothes and bras I'm going to buy!!!

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Rodger Shortt, FRCSC

Rodger Shortt, FRCSC

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April 7, 2013
Congrats Phoenixblaise!!! So excited for all of us . My surgery is April 10. This forum is a great place for info.
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April 8, 2013
Thank you! It really is an amazing site! I've been going through reviews like crazy!
April 7, 2013

Welcome to the community:)  Girl you are going to feel so wonderful when this is done.  Looking forward to following your journey.  

Don't forget to post your before and after pictures.

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April 8, 2013
Thank you! I can't wait! I'll post before pics soon I promise!
April 8, 2013

Sounds great:)

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April 7, 2013
Oh so happy for you! This will change you life. I'm already thinking of all the cutesy clothes that I can actually wear. Keep us posted. And take pics and measure yourself even if you don't post the nudies lol. You will want to compare the differences!
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April 8, 2013
Thanks! Me too! I'm excited for bandeau tops and sun dresses without looking like an old lady! I'll post before pics shortly!
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April 8, 2013
My surgery is the 15 the .
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April 8, 2013
Awesome! Good luck!
April 8, 2013
Congratulations, my surgery is on the 18th and I'm getting a bit excited.
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April 8, 2013
Thanks! Good luck on yours!
UPDATED FROM phoenixblaise
20 days pre

Less than 3 weeks until surgery! Taking the girls...

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phoenixblaise
Less than 3 weeks until surgery! Taking the girls out for one less spin! Date night!!!

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April 12, 2013
Congratulations! I had my surgery April, 8th. It was the best decision I have ever made for my health! It's life changing and you will be so happy :)
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April 15, 2013
Congratulations yourself! I bet you feel so much better! Me, it's all I can think about, lol!
UPDATED FROM phoenixblaise
18 days pre

I'm preparing for being benched for a few weeks :)...

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I'm preparing for being benched for a few weeks :). I spent the better part of the day cooking and portioning freezer meals to make the post op course a little easier for my husband and I. I have a little more to do then it's on to spring cleaning so there won't be much mess to stare at from my sick bed :)

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April 15, 2013
Good luck . It will be here before you know it . Mine is tomorrow!!!!! Yay !!!
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April 20, 2013
Thanks! I hope all went well!
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April 20, 2013
I feel pretty fabulous at 5 days post-op!!! The best decision I've ever made for my health. Not a lot of pain . I have been able to get good rest and eating healthy is a plus . Good luck phoenixblaise ! You're gonna love the results!
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April 26, 2013
I'm glad to hear!