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34 Year Old Mom of 2, 5'7 155lbs 34B, Mentor Under 450cc??? - Portsmouth, NH
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I am 34 years old and a Full time Mother of an 8...
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I am 34 years old and a Full time Mother of an 8 and 10 year old and a part time Hair Designer. I am 5'7 and approx 155lbs with a goal weight of 145 before surgery. I am currently wearing a 34B bra only because I am broad in the shoulders and have wide breast tissue area. I look more like a 36A.
I had my first consult on August 17th knowing that surgery wouldn't be planned until after the new year. I wanted to have plenty of time to do research and plan. I went into my appointment having thinking one size and saline and left with a completely different size in mind and Silicone!
I was Very excited to view different sizes and options on a 3D photo screen of my body that the surgical center had to offer their patients. I will post those pictures, with 450cc and now, side by side. When I asked the nurse how accurate these photos were she pulled out a photo album with 3D photos and end results and let me say they were impressive. Extremely accurate.
Since the August consult I have discovered Real Self and LOVE reading your stories! I have learned so much and appreciate those that have shared their journeys. I have since booked a second consult for November 2nd to discuss sizing further and secure my surgery date...YIKES
I hope my story helps someone else and I Appreciate Any and ALL comments, feedback and advice!
I had my first consult on August 17th knowing that surgery wouldn't be planned until after the new year. I wanted to have plenty of time to do research and plan. I went into my appointment having thinking one size and saline and left with a completely different size in mind and Silicone!
I was Very excited to view different sizes and options on a 3D photo screen of my body that the surgical center had to offer their patients. I will post those pictures, with 450cc and now, side by side. When I asked the nurse how accurate these photos were she pulled out a photo album with 3D photos and end results and let me say they were impressive. Extremely accurate.
Since the August consult I have discovered Real Self and LOVE reading your stories! I have learned so much and appreciate those that have shared their journeys. I have since booked a second consult for November 2nd to discuss sizing further and secure my surgery date...YIKES
I hope my story helps someone else and I Appreciate Any and ALL comments, feedback and advice!
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UPDATED FROM voi38
2 months pre
2nd Pre op, Secured Date and Size!! Maybe..??!!
Today is November 2nd and I had a second pre op appointment to play with size again. I am 5'7, 155lbs and currently a Small 36b. I originally planned on going with 450cc moderate+ but have really been questioning if that would be large enough for me :)
I want a large breast but not a fake look, achieve fullness and fill out my cloths. I know that I need to take into consideration the 25cc loss with an under the muscle implant. I had a second 3D picture done to compare 475cc to 500cc and this pic takes the 25cc loss into consideration, shows any difference in size from left breast to the right, gives my breast width and tells the Dr. which size and profile range would best suit my frame! I loved the amount of information I received even the second time around and felt comfortable enough to put a down payment on a date!! So January 8th it is and the time is going to FLY because of the Holidays... AGHHH!
I want a large breast but not a fake look, achieve fullness and fill out my cloths. I know that I need to take into consideration the 25cc loss with an under the muscle implant. I had a second 3D picture done to compare 475cc to 500cc and this pic takes the 25cc loss into consideration, shows any difference in size from left breast to the right, gives my breast width and tells the Dr. which size and profile range would best suit my frame! I loved the amount of information I received even the second time around and felt comfortable enough to put a down payment on a date!! So January 8th it is and the time is going to FLY because of the Holidays... AGHHH!
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November 3, 2015
I also book my surgery .we are around the same size . The 475 cc looked so small on my 3D imaging because of my height I don't think going less than 550 cc I want to be a full D
November 4, 2015
I have had such a hard time finding woman with similar stats!! So grateful for the responses :)
My first 2 pics are me now and with 450cc... after looking at some stories and pics on here I realized I'm not going smaller than 475cc!!
What are your stats? And congrats on Booking your Date!!!
My first 2 pics are me now and with 450cc... after looking at some stories and pics on here I realized I'm not going smaller than 475cc!!
What are your stats? And congrats on Booking your Date!!!
November 3, 2015
Yay! Congrats! I'm scheduled for Jan 7th. It seems so far away but I know it will be here before we know it! I'm also very close in all your stats, it's like reading about myself! Lol. I'm planning to go a bit larger, 600-800cc HP silicone, periareolar, size to be finalized in the OR. (I want as big as he can fit)
November 4, 2015
WoW!! 600cc + does sound Big, AND Exciting!! LoL
Yes, our dates will be here before you know it! What are your stats? I can't wait to hear about your Journey and I appreciate you commenting, I need some "Breast Friends" on here!!
Yes, our dates will be here before you know it! What are your stats? I can't wait to hear about your Journey and I appreciate you commenting, I need some "Breast Friends" on here!!
November 4, 2015
I'm 34, 5'8" 142lbs, always wore a 34/36B (although I got my proper sizing through SophisticatedPair.com and I came in as a natural 30DD! You should try it. It's crazy!)
I'm in the spa industry and I live in southern NH (mass transplant) so yeah.. I was like "holy crap! That's so weird!" Lol! I will be starting my own review soon! I'll definitely be following yours!
I'm in the spa industry and I live in southern NH (mass transplant) so yeah.. I was like "holy crap! That's so weird!" Lol! I will be starting my own review soon! I'll definitely be following yours!
November 5, 2015
Hi! I also have similar stats to you! 5,6 160lbs.. Im still trying to decide on what size implants i want too! Surgery booked for dec 29th!! Also a hair stylist- how much time are you taking off for recovery?
November 5, 2015
I will have no clients for almost 2 weeks but then I am only doing a handful the third and fourth week. I already pre booked their appointments and will only do about 8 colors in those last two weeks and I will try and spread them out as best I can!!! lol
Hoping to be right back to normal work weeks starting February (fingers crossed) What size implant are you going with? And Congratulations!!!
Hoping to be right back to normal work weeks starting February (fingers crossed) What size implant are you going with? And Congratulations!!!
November 10, 2015
I would definitely go bigger. If you are even considering an implant that is within 50cc of the other choice go larger because a 50cc difference is imperceptible and it will help you not have as much boob greed because you will know you went with the larger of the sizes you were considering. I posted some side by side comparisons with my computer imaging on my review in case that's helpful.
I would suggest choosing the largest implant that fits your BWD because you will find that they are not as big as you think. I was a 34B and got 415cc which "technically" brought me to a 34D but they look like a 34C (cup sizes with implants tend to look a size smaller than they measure). So I probably could have gone much bigger (like at least 150cc bigger) but I was going for a somewhat smaller size (saying I wanted a full C before BA) so i got what I said I wanted before BA.
Good luck deciding!! Feel free to message me with any questions!
I would suggest choosing the largest implant that fits your BWD because you will find that they are not as big as you think. I was a 34B and got 415cc which "technically" brought me to a 34D but they look like a 34C (cup sizes with implants tend to look a size smaller than they measure). So I probably could have gone much bigger (like at least 150cc bigger) but I was going for a somewhat smaller size (saying I wanted a full C before BA) so i got what I said I wanted before BA.
Good luck deciding!! Feel free to message me with any questions!
November 10, 2015
Thank YOU!! I definitely think I should stick with the 500cc because I know I want 475cc....lol
Boob Greed has been on my mind and I think the 500cc will take care of that. I will check out your pics, for sure :)
Boob Greed has been on my mind and I think the 500cc will take care of that. I will check out your pics, for sure :)
November 11, 2015
I just had my done October 27th. I had 475cc left 490 right but it is saline HP. I did a lot of research and with silicone or gel choose bigger because they will settle nicely (you'll be happier)
November 12, 2015
Thank YOU and Congratulations!! I can't believe I am officially less than 2 months away... time is going to FLY!! P.S. I'm almost positive I'm going with 500cc ;)
UPDATED FROM voi38
2 months pre
The dreaded, unflattering, bad lighting, small boob Before Pic... ughh
So here I am roughly 7 Weeks pre BA.
I knew I needed to add my "All Naturell pic" but my Gosh.. this takes as much courage as the procedure!! Anyway, quick recap.. 34 year old, mother of 2, 5ft 7in, 150lbs, 36b. I am scheduled to get moderate profile Silicone moderate profile implants January 8th..!!!!Eeeekkkk!! I have had 2 consultations and recently attended an open house at the Surgical Center where I will be operated on. There I had the pleasure of chatting with a representative from Mentor. I definitely enjoyed learning more about the company that is owned by Johnson & Johnson. Originally I decided on 450cc through the nipple and under the muscle, however, at my second pre op I left with 500cc in the books ;)
Looking forward to an Amazing Holiday and some Beautiful Boobies for the New Year!!
I have already stocked up on some items and wrote down others, anything you think was a Lifesaver after your Surgery?? Please share :)
I knew I needed to add my "All Naturell pic" but my Gosh.. this takes as much courage as the procedure!! Anyway, quick recap.. 34 year old, mother of 2, 5ft 7in, 150lbs, 36b. I am scheduled to get moderate profile Silicone moderate profile implants January 8th..!!!!Eeeekkkk!! I have had 2 consultations and recently attended an open house at the Surgical Center where I will be operated on. There I had the pleasure of chatting with a representative from Mentor. I definitely enjoyed learning more about the company that is owned by Johnson & Johnson. Originally I decided on 450cc through the nipple and under the muscle, however, at my second pre op I left with 500cc in the books ;)
Looking forward to an Amazing Holiday and some Beautiful Boobies for the New Year!!
I have already stocked up on some items and wrote down others, anything you think was a Lifesaver after your Surgery?? Please share :)
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November 22, 2015
As I'm recovering now ( surgery was November 17th) get a wedge pillow and a neck pillow in addition to two regular ones for under each arm. It was / is the only way I'm able to sleep. Pre made food (chicken soup) crackers Popsicles and fresh juices are great. My husband juiced carrots pineapple and tumeric which help with inflammation and bruising as well as the dreaded and very real constipation. Honesty the pain isn't as bad as I thought my biggest fear is they feel like they're gonna fall out which my PS assured me is not possible but mobility is limited stuff like flushing the toliet and getting up out of bed are impossible. Each day gets better though. On day 5 now and it's all worth it they look great even this early on ! Get excited but be prepared to be at your caretakers mercy!
November 23, 2015
Thank You, this was Very Helpful! I think I will grab a couple pillows this week and will start a meal prep list. Not cooking for my family is going to be one of the hardest things for me. Good Luck on your Recovery and Happy Thanksgiving!!
So glad you found RealSelf and that you now sharing your journey with us! The 3D photos look like you've selected a nice size implant for your body frame. Will you have some help with your children (and you,) the first few days of your recovery?
Oh that sounds like ideal timing and plans!