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Let’s see... I'm a 27 year old mother of one...
WORTH IT$6,000
Let’s see... I'm a 27 year old mother of one with the desire to get breast implants for the last 12 years! Yes, since I was 15. I remember looking at other girls my age then, and thinking why doesn’t my boobs look like that. Unfortunately, my breasts have been unfortunate looking from a young age and the only way to fix this is to pay for it. I've been to 3 consultations, and all three docs have said I am suffering from mild ptosis. Ptosis, as we all know is medical talk for saggy boobs! One doc suggested a Benelli Lift but the doctor I have chosen does not think I need a lift. And honestly, financially and to avoid any scars, I am going with doctor who is not recommending a lift. This doctor has done extensive work on saggy boobies and I feel comfortable with his medical opinion. My pre-op appointment is October 10. My boyfriend & mother will be accompanying me and taking care of me afterward.
I guess after all this time my dream is coming true, but I can’t help but feel emotional! Something about all the money being spent and all the years of feeling inadequate are finally catching up with me. I also sort of feel guilty since I do have a 4 year old daughter and I haven’t figured out what I am going to tell her after surgery.
All together I am excited, and it’s a wonderful thing that I am finally in a place to do this but I am scared and feeling a little nervous…
Anyone with similar feelings…. I would love to hear your thoughts..
xo
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Replies (8)
September 26, 2012
Thanks for sharing your story mel! Good luck with the upcoming consultation.
September 28, 2012
I worry about the same thing with my children.... I have two boys 8 and 10 and I am very concerned with them. I am concerned about their ideas of their bodies and the developing idea of womens bodies. I think I would just like them not to know. It is very worrisome!
October 22, 2012
I have boys ages 7 and 10. We told them the "white lie" that I was having some cysts removed from my breasts (I did have that done several years prior), and would be very sleepy from the medicines and couldn't lift anything. I made sure they did not see my naked for about one month prior to the surgery, and they have not seen me naked since (4 weeks). They have not noticed a thing!!! I may have to tell them later in life, but I'll wait till they are older.
September 28, 2012
I don't have any children, but I don't imagine I would go into too much detail about the procedure with a four year old. And if you're concerned with the message you're sending her, I don't think there's a better example you can set than one of a confident woman. While it's normal to feel the way you do, you DO deserve to feel good about yourself. Best of luck, and I'll be following your story. Oh, and cute bathing suit! :)
October 1, 2012
Dr Commons is such a caring man. He never makes me feel like I'm being a pain in the ass. Im still recovering so I cant rate my results. My scars are minimal on my boobs so know you're in good hands!
UPDATED FROM Melymel2305
10 days pre
11 More days now- feeling like an eternity away....
11 More days now- feeling like an eternity away. To say I am excited- is putting it lightly! Pre-op was last week and went well. I am going with 375 mod profile saline- filled to 410-420. Filled my prescriptions (Valium, Norco's, antibiotic, anti- nausea & Singulair). Doc believes in the Singular business, and well he's the "expert". Also going under the muscle. Surgery was moved up two days- yay. October 24th can't come soon enough. I am so thankful for this website. Without it, I would have been clueless to what the "process" of implants is, especially that they don't usually look great for a couple weeks.
I added a topless pic- & picture (don't judge me) of Kourtney Kardashian- I believe her breasts are the perfect size. Really hoping to be around that size.
Ok all for now. xo.
I added a topless pic- & picture (don't judge me) of Kourtney Kardashian- I believe her breasts are the perfect size. Really hoping to be around that size.
Ok all for now. xo.
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October 14, 2012
Unfortunately, i enjoy the kardashians! I have never heard anything about the salt diet. i cant wait for you to look super sexy!!!
October 17, 2012
We are having BA done on the same day. Mine is scheduled for 7:30am. I enjoyed reading your story and share in your excitement. Look forward to reading your post-op journey and seeing your results. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM Melymel2305
6 days pre
6 more days! Yay! So I did something stupid. I...
6 more days! Yay!
So I did something stupid. I posted a question regarding my decision to not get a lift with my implants, and that wasn't the smartest thing to do. All the doctors, except 1 said I need a lift. And well, since I already paid my surgeon and felt confident that he is the expert- I should NOT have sought out more advice. I was really upset about the replies I got, but I guess if I don't like the way they look after only implants- I can always get a lift later. Somebody remind me to think positively please?
Besides being scared of the outcome- I am one excited mama! I'm having a "Bye Bye Boobies" evening on Friday. Couple good friends and lots of laughs to come! I've waited for this for sooooo long! Can't believe I am so close. xo
So I did something stupid. I posted a question regarding my decision to not get a lift with my implants, and that wasn't the smartest thing to do. All the doctors, except 1 said I need a lift. And well, since I already paid my surgeon and felt confident that he is the expert- I should NOT have sought out more advice. I was really upset about the replies I got, but I guess if I don't like the way they look after only implants- I can always get a lift later. Somebody remind me to think positively please?
Besides being scared of the outcome- I am one excited mama! I'm having a "Bye Bye Boobies" evening on Friday. Couple good friends and lots of laughs to come! I've waited for this for sooooo long! Can't believe I am so close. xo
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October 18, 2012
Your day is going to be here before you know it. I think all of us struggled with conflicting emotions. Whether it's about the message we are sending to our children (mine are all grown and one daughter had her boobs done before me, lol), or about spending so much money on ourselves for something not "necessary", or how to handle returning to work looking different. It's a emotionally grueling process! Once the decision is made and the money is spent, all you have left to do is enjoy it as much as possible. It really is OK for us to want to feel our best. We deserve to be happy in our bodies and some of us just can't do that without a little intervention. You've come to the right place to read and see what others have gone through. Personally, I love my new boobs. Now if I could just get back to the weight I was when I made the decision. I've gained about 25 lbs from quitting smoking.
October 19, 2012
It seems that almost every PS out there wants to do a lift on just about everyone. I opted not to go that route et. It may be necessary someday, but not right now. I've seen a lot of women get lifts and the only difference I can see is more scarring and maybe slightly higher nipple placement. I'm ok with where my nips are, and the scarring really scared me. I know they fade with time, but what about the ones that don't? Or the misshapen areola's? I'm just too chicken to do that if I can get by without it. You've found a doctor that you trust, you like his other outcomes and he doesn't think it is needed. Go with that! Like you said, if you need one later you can always do it then. I hate to say this, but I think sometimes the doctors want to do a lift for their own ego and wallet.
October 22, 2012
Thank you TCinIN. You have great results! I hope to end up happy like you!
October 19, 2012
I had 2 consults, one said I needed a left and the other said I didn't. I also posted a question in the Q&A section some said I needed a lift others said I didn't. My nips are just slightly higher than the start of my side fold, according to what I've read everywhere that means I won't need a lift. I am going with a periareolar incision because I didn't want a big scar. I like the shape of my boobs and where my nips are, it's just that lack of top fullness I am not liking so much. So no lift for me.
Welcome to RealSelf and thank you so much for sharing! If pregnancy caused your breasts to sag, you could always refer to it as reconstructive surgery. :) It would be, in that case.