Smashed into a 36FF, down to a D. - San Jose, CA

I'm not 5 1/2 months post-op. I can't believe how much time has gone by! I updated my photos today. As I saw the before and after pix side by side, it's like I had forgotten just how huge I was before surgery. They look even more obnoxious to me than they did then, now that I've had time to get used to my new set. In the photos, you can see that there is still some healing to do. The scars are barely starting to fade. They look like red circles around the areola of each.

My PS recommended Kelo-Cote silicone-based scar cream. I've used it a few times, but I'm finding that I don't like how sticky it feels. I really should be using it 1x/day, though.

Size wise, I think the left is a little larger than the right, but it's a bit tough to tell because there was more removed on that side, and the doctor says also more scar tissue. The vertical incision is still tight with scar tissue, holding the breast up a bit, giving it a bit of a boxy shape, still. When those vertical incisions soften even more, the breasts on both sides will drop a little bit more, which will also mean that the "pockets" of flappy skin sort of under the armpits, as shown in the pix, will not be there anymore either. So, I'm just trying to be patient.

I still feel zingers from time to time, mostly on the left side of the left breast. It's very uncomfortable when it happens, but is happening less and less. The nipples are still hyper-sensitive. In the earlier weeks, they were so sensitive, I couldn't touch them at all without discomfort. Now, they're able to be touched (and the sensitivity is definitely there for the more intimate moments), but I also still need to cover them in the shower with my hand because a zap from a stream of water is a bit too much. What's awesome is that I'm able to sleep in pretty much any position now. And, I haven't needed to see my chiropractor nearly as often for back strain.

I feel so much more comfortable in clothes, especially now that I don't have to wonder if buttons will close, or stay closed. And, I feel like I can stand up straight without feeling self-conscious about sticking them out there. I love my cleavage and how it doesn't leave a crease that goes all the way up to my neck! And, I'm able to walk around in tank tops at home without a bra and not have my boobs in my lap when I'm sitting.

My significant other hasn't chosen to look at them up close and personal yet. It took months before we both were comfortable in a sexual situation, and when we finally did, he turned the lights completely off. It was pitch dark. I'm not sure if that was for my benefit or his. I didn't ask. I'll just let things continue progressing naturally.

Six months ago I was spilling out of a 36FF and now, I'm between a 36DD and a 38DD. I'm not sure why that matters to me so much, but I hope I'll be in a D cup when all is said and done--it's been my target all along. The 36DD band is too tight, but the 38DD band is a bit too loose and the cup is too big (and a D cup is too small). These are bras from brands I'm not used to, though, and also cheap, from Target. My doctor advise that I don't spend any real money on bras yet while things are still settling.

All in all, I'm very happy with the shape, and can't wait for them to settle into their final position and for the scars to heal!

I had my 2 month PO yesterday and everything looks great. I was cleared to wear normal bras, but the PS advised not to make a big investment in them for another six months as they will continue to drop and could get a bit smaller. So, I bought four inexpensive Maidenform underwire t-shirt bras from Target, totaling less than $60---the lowest price I'd ever paid for ONE bra before my BR! What's awesome about these cute little bras??? The straps are skinny and there are only two-hooks on the back instead of thick, ugly industrial strength straps and four hooks on the back! And, the part in the front between the cups doesn't come up 4-5", so I can totally wear v-necks again! :)

Before the BR, I was spilling out of a 36FF and after trying a few different sizes, it looks like I'm about a 38D now. I'll get professionally sized again in a few more months.

My PS also advised that I start massaging the vertical scar to soften it up and allow the breasts to drop more, and also recommended Kelo-cote scar cream, which I still need to pick up.

Later this week, I have two formal functions for which I'll need to wear nice dresses, and I'm so happy that I'll be able to be in a real bra! Sports bras and comfort bras just don't flatter the girls under formal wear. :)

I'll post updated photos this week. Next PO is not for another two months!

Today I turn 39...and I am so happy to have given the gift of more manageable boobies to myself! They're still lumpy and hard in some spots, but the incisions are all closed and healing well, and the nipples are calming down some. No real bras for another month to two months, doctor's orders. I'm able to sleep on my sides, and almost on my tummy again. They're perky and I love the "little" cleavage! Happy last day of November, everyone.