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Breast Augmentation After 2 Breast Fed Kids and Weight Loss - Sacramento, CA

UPDATED FROM rlena
29 days post

One Month Post Op!

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rlena
WORTH IT$6,215
Yay! The twins are one month old! I feel great they feel a bit hard lol. Still a little firm but are way softer than in the beginning. Have a little feeling in one of my nipple but not much. The other one is still numb at the nipple and down.
I have been wearing sports more than the compression bra given to me. But are still supportive. Haven't dropped really but swelling has gone down significantly.
I have been working out like my DR. said it was ok. But today I did my first push up and it didn't hurt it just felt weird. I did a plank and that was ok. I did biceps triceps and shoulders and it was ok! No pain. Didn't feel like I over did it. I did my first cycling class and it was fun! Couldn't hang with the class but I held up well. Hoping to get cleared to resume activity because I am scheduled to start training and prep for my first bikini competition on saturday! So fingers crossed. Going in to my post op appointment today and will make another video. So stay tuned for vlog 10!

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David L. Kaufman, MD FACS

David L. Kaufman, MD FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 7, 2014
Girl you are looking more fabulous each time you post! The twins look great :) yay you are back to working out too! Scars look beautiful too :) I am having my surgery @ 6:15 pm yikes the day has come!!!!!
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August 7, 2014
Thank you thank you nyki2k14! We'll see what dr. Says about me doing upper body at the appointment in 15 mins lol. Yay! Almost around the corner! And I bet your starving eight now lol. Actually.... you should be checking in soon. Good lock doll! And come out with some new twins and hopefully high on meds lol
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August 11, 2014
OMG Lena! I was so excited when I stumbled across your vlogs... and you're gorgeous to boot! I'm also a fitness junkie (went from 111lbs 01/10 to 208lbs 02/12.. fell completely off the wagon after 2 consecutive breast fed babies and a stressful small business complete with complementary lawsuit) after 2 years of slow weight loss, and then 5 months of intense training, I can now squeeze my bottom into a lovely pair of size 3 jeans again (horray for me! I'm so happy!) But as a trade off my boobies all but disappeared... I love your vlogs and find you such an inspiration, with both your getting lean and BA stories.. keep it up, happy healing, and you're gonna knock 'em dead at your competition ;)
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August 14, 2014
Aw thank you MissJade! And congrats that's a lot of weight girl!
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August 11, 2014
Just wanted to say i love that you are putting up pics of your scars. I went to consult my doc and i was dead set on the arm pit incision. He said he'd do it but he prefers the incision you have. I was going back and forth about it and was going to insist on arm pit because i had no idea what expect with the other cut. I feel A LOT more comfortable now with this incision now because of your posts. Thank you :) :)
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August 20, 2014
Thank you! I thought of the arm pit, but the scar would be even worse I though and as well as my doc, but so far my scars have faded significantly. I have been taking care of them though. Worth it!
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August 26, 2014
Hi Lena. :) I'm gonna bug you again. I'm deciding on my last issue and that's silicone or saline. I keep going back and forth. Can you tell me what made you go with silicone?
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August 26, 2014
Hey, more natural looking. They felt more natural. I personally think they are safer and for my purpose and reasons gummy bear was a better decsion for me. Fitness, competing, and being a personal trainer.
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August 27, 2014
Thank you so much. These at such big decisions. I never thought it would be this difficult to decide. :)
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September 26, 2014
Hi R'Lena! I just came across your RealSelf posting and watched your blogs and am so thrilled you've done this. I appreciate all your comments and honesty through this process. I'm sure you're helping many other patients as you document and tell your story!
UPDATED FROM rlena
23 days post

3 weeks post op scar update

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My scars are healing and looking better day by day. I am using maderma scar cream 3 times a day.

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August 1, 2014
Omg thank you for your review :) is so insightful and descriptive. And you look great now (you look great before as well). Also your vlog are a very good idea, makes it seem more real. Idk but thank you and good luck with your competition in October :)
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August 1, 2014
Thank you ks2011. I appreciate it. And thanks for the luck I start training next week. And I will keep updating too. Hopefully these girls are ready lol
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August 2, 2014
No problem :) Sooo how did you choose your PA? I'm trying to decide lol
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August 4, 2014
Just the feeling the staff and Dr. K. Gave me. So warming and professional. The other Dr's vibe was like, "oh, here we go, another consultation..." they were not excited as I was lol. Also referrals from 3 close friends and lost of word of mouth hahah
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August 4, 2014
Ok so just use my own judgment and be sure they're genuine. I'm a good judge of character so that will be easy. Thanks and hope everything is healing well. If you don't mind, im going to use you as my "wish boobs" lol :)
August 1, 2014
Holy crap your scars look like that in 3 weeks?! I'm not allowed to put any on mine until 6 weeks eugh. Looking great girl x
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August 7, 2014
Really! Even maderma? Even if it's fuller healed and not open?
August 8, 2014
Yep- nothing until I've seen my PS:(
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August 1, 2014
Amazing scars !
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August 7, 2014
Thank you. I poke them all the time. Lol I can't wait to NOT feel them lol
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August 2, 2014
I didn't see any workout tips on the utube videos here how can i find your an workout on utube thx
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August 4, 2014
I guess not so much tips bit that was my workout post baby. 6 days a week for 3 months. IG has quick videos of some of the workouts I do. But not a whole lot. Just my staples and basics
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August 3, 2014
You look amazing. Your scars are not going to be visible at all. :)
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August 7, 2014
Thanks I hope so too÷
UPDATED FROM rlena
21 days post

2 week post op video update

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Feeling better and better. I am not taking any medication what so ever. No more IBU, no stool softness nothing!
I feel my self getting stronger at the things I do daily. I can slowly push my self up in bed and I can get up faster and recovery is smooth sailing so far.
Here is an updated, watch and enjoy!

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August 1, 2014
Can u pass on any workout tips for a flat belly after 2 kids do u post any of your workouts?! Thanks
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August 1, 2014
On my YouTube channel and my instagram!
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August 1, 2014
I'm interested in those videos too. :) how do I find you on instagram?
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August 1, 2014
Not allowed to post it but if you watch my videos on my review it's in the description
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August 1, 2014
Just saw that. Thank you a bunch :) you look amazing!
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August 1, 2014
Thank you! I try lol. Sorry I can't just post it on here. Got in trouble once already hahaha ! ;) but thank you for watching!
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August 1, 2014
I got your IG and was soo inspired to get my [RS bleep] together lol! Do you guys do training classes in sac?
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August 1, 2014
Yes ma'am niyasmommy. We are trainers. Individual and group classes.
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August 1, 2014
Ahhhh!where?! I hope natomas lol but I'm guessing IG has all the info?
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August 1, 2014
In arden! Niyasmommy I'm not sure if it's on there.