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~ Mentor 275 mod + silicone unders - Two Years! ~

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Hello, I'm a SAHM of two fabulous, high-energy...

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LovingLife2April 17, 2013
WORTH IT$7,160

Hello,
I'm a SAHM of two fabulous, high-energy kids who I breastfed until they were each about 2 years old. I've gone from a perky small B that I was really quite happy with to a saggy who-knows-what because I'm still using my old bras. I've got to be an A or less. I've been growing more and more unhappy with my breast size and even though I never though I'd even consider a BA, I am now. The thing is, I'm scared. I gave birth to both kids naturally with midwives to stay out of the hospital and I've never had any surgeries. Not even stitches! I'm afraid of going under the knife.


really want to feel good about myself and my husband supports me no matter what I do. He just says that if I'm NOT going to get the surgery, then I can't complain about them in front of him, because he loves me however they look! Love him... :-)


Anyway, I started to look around on this site about a week ago and I'm so grateful for everyone's stories! I've booked a consultation for May 2nd with Dr. Genter just outside of Philadelphia. Anyone use him? Would love to hear what you think. If I do decide to book the BA, I would like to still be able to enjoy summer. Would I be better off waiting until fall or winter? Or should I just go for it ASAP?


Here are my stats: 5'4", 119 pounds, athletic build. I love to work out: yoga, body combat, strength training, and I'm active with my kids. I know cup size is tough to measure from reading other posts, but I'd love to be a nice, full B cup. I really don't want to be any bigger. Honestly. I want a very natural look and to be able to fit into my current wardrobe. And I don't plan on publicizing my surgery, so I don't want the change to really be noticeable to anyone but myself and my husband. So, there's my story! Will let you know what I'm feeling after the consult!

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my next journey
May 6, 2016
Hello. Did you get your surgery ?
UPDATED FROM LovingLife2
6 months pre

I've been devouring this site for the past several...

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LovingLife2April 17, 2013
I've been devouring this site for the past several days and just ventured over to the implant removal section, which has me even more confused than ever before. I'm nervous about all of the many things that could go wrong... Would I regret implants, will they look fake, should I learn to love my body the way it is? If I want this just for me, which I do, then maybe I should just suck it up and live with what I've been given? With implants can I still wear my favorite t-shirts and tank tops without a bra? What if I'm in pain all the time? What if I can't work out at the gym like I'm used to? Sorry to be a downer... just confused!

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Linds87
April 18, 2013
Hi there! Elective surgery is not an easy thing to go through but after talking to several women and reading the posts on this amazing site, I feel more sure than ever about having my BA done. I know that there are always chances that there may be complications but it really seems that the odds are in our favor. I really think it will feel great to just fill clothes out! I am really nervous about going under the knife as I have also never been under the knife or sedated for that matter. I think it is so important for us women to feel good about ourselves. It is so sweet that your husband is so supportive with whatever decision you make and I'm sure he'll enjoy you either way. I have my BA scheduled for May 22nd in hopes that I will be ready for summer! I really think you'll have a better idea whether or not you want to have a BA done after you have your consultation. I would really recommend seeing a couple surgeons before making your decision. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!!
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LovingLife2
April 19, 2013
Thank you, Lindsey_87! I agree with you 100%. I think this site is fantastic and I'm grateful for so many shared experiences! I really do want that confidence and to look great. I'll be following your updates in May! Very best to you, too!!
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AKSloperWife6510
April 18, 2013
with the working out you are definately going to be able to work out as hard after a month, maybe more. There are tons of figure competitors and body builders who get implants and obviously still get back into competing shape. Yes there are risks to getting implants but you have a higher chance of getting in a car crash every time you get behind the wheel. I asked myself these questions too and instead of asking questions that I know would be discouraging I began to ask: Everytime I look in the mirror am I going to wish my small breasts were bigger? When I go clothes shopping, how many shirts or dresses am i going to pass up because i can't fill them out? When I'm at the beach or pool, nearly half naked in a bikini, am I going to try and hide behind obviously (and tacky) padded tops? Do I feel feminine with a flat chest? Also, a question to ask you. Have you thought of an augmentation using fat transfer? No implants involved. If you do opt for something natural, it WOULD be a good idea to not go so big. Sometimes less is more for a woman :)
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LovingLife2
April 19, 2013
Thank you, ALSloperWife 6510! After you posted here, I did look further into the fat transfer, but I think I actually feel better about implants than I do about that. Good suggestion, though. You're right... there are so many body builders with implants. I just got overwhelmed by the horror stories of those who went too big and couldn't get used to the boobs being in the way. Although I'm trying to get myself fully educated, I'm going to stay away from horror stories for a while! I realize they are out there, but they are not the majority, as in any life situation. I really appreciate your feedback. :)
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AKSloperWife6510
April 19, 2013
You're welcome :) my mother-in-law had the fat transfer and if you were to lose more weight, fast loss would come from there just as well. But I'm not giving up losing fat so I also feel better with the silicone. The silicone implants I'm getting are the Mentor brand and they guarantee their implants for ten years so if anything were to happen to them in all that time they would pay for a majority of the surgery to get them fixed. That seems pretty legit to me! Ha ha remember these are for you, for you to look at everyday.
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LovingLife2
April 19, 2013
Yeah, I'm pretty thin, so I don't have anywhere for the fat to come from but my butt and my hubby is a butt guy, which has been great for me so far!! Haha!!
Bobby42
April 18, 2013
Your thoughts sound alot like mine! My BA is set for October,I am travelling to Thailand for it so will not see the PS till the day before...leaves heaps of time to procrastinate and worry...so much info out there in cyberspace! Everyone I have spoken to tho os glad to have gone ahead, I say we go for it! I'm also thinking fairly small implants,like you I'm really into my training and don't need big knockers in my way...just want to be in proportion and be able to wear lovely things without 3 inches of foam on each boob. :-)
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LovingLife2
April 19, 2013
Yes! Exactly, Bobby42! I've decided to stay away from the explant boards... I'm very much a "worst case scenario" sort of person and I can't think that way all the time. I do know there are risks, but I don't want that to overrun my thoughts. I had a long talk with my husband last night and he made me feel much better. :) I'll be eager to hear how it goes in Thailland!
Bobby42
April 20, 2013
Yes! I haven't looked either,I think its important to be positive whilst acknowledging the risks...my partner is quite the pessimist, he would say a realist so I'm not really relying on him to give me a boost....just gonna be quietly confident! I think the hardest n out for me is having booked a surgery with a PS I haven't meet or spoken to yet...they do have forums for people going overseas tho and its huge business, the surgeons are well known and talked about on line.l will keep you posted.... :-)
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LovingLife2
April 20, 2013
And hopefully you get to recover near the waves and sunshine. ;-)
Bobby42
April 25, 2013
Yeah,that is certainly something I'm looking forward to...except I keep forgetting the real reason I'm going there! ;-)
UPDATED FROM LovingLife2
6 months pre

So after my freak out, I've decided that even...

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LovingLife2April 19, 2013
So after my freak out, I've decided that even though there are things that could wrong, it's not the norm, as in almost any situation. I'm feeling good about the consult in a couple of weeks and have to ask - if I feel really good about this doctor that I'm consulting with, should I go ahead and book or should I still shop around? I'm thinking that if I do want to go for it, I'd like to do sooner than later and show off the girls for summer!

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LovingLife2
April 19, 2013
So after my freak out, I've decided that even though there are things that could wrong, it's not the norm, as in almost any situation. I'm feeling good about the consult in a couple of weeks and have to ask - if I feel really good about this doctor that I'm consulting with, should I go ahead and book or should I still shop around? I'm thinking that if I do want to go for it, I'd like to do sooner than later and show off the girls for summer!
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AKSloperWife6510
April 19, 2013
If you trust and read his credentials, he had FULLY explained to where and how its going to be done, and have read reviews online about this doctor through actual medical sites. Book it!
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BethH
April 20, 2013

Thank you for writing a great review on RealSelf. Glad you've found the site helpful. I usually suggest getting at least two doctor consults if you can. It's always interesting to hear the different doctor opinions. Here is a list of important questions to ask you doctor. Keep us posted!

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LovingLife2
April 20, 2013
Thank you!! Great list of questions! I'm already researching other docs now.
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BethH
April 22, 2013

Good news!  :)

josiebee
April 24, 2013
I was just reading your post on the 17th. I am so afraid they will be to big and i will feel self conscious. Its bad enough I feel that way with what nature gave me.I know though that to finally be happy with myself I need to bite the bullet and do it. The best thing is to be informed and know what you want and this site has been really helpful. I love the gym and want to be able to still work out and do my running. One of the thing I can't wait for is wearing a sports bra and not be flattened down to nothing. LOL I bet you are excited as your consult is right around the corner. Good Luck!
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LovingLife2
April 24, 2013
Yes! My sports bra flattens me to zilch! I really am getting excited for the consult and have found one other dr I'd like to see, too, but still need to call. Now that my summer is quickly booking up, though, I might have to wait until Fall to actually book the surgery. We'll see... :-). And thank you!
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