52 Years Old, 5'5.5", 119 Lbs, Pre Op 32A with a Full C to Small D Post Op goal - Boca Raton, FL

Hi Dianne, while it's still very early and my new breasts are still high and tight, I am confident I will love the long term outcome. I never really enjoyed shopping because off the limited type of bras, dresses and tops my frame would accommodate. Curious too see how that will change. If you have any questions I'm happy too try and help. And, if you would like a copy of the questions I took to my Pre Op appointment, let me know and I'll forward them to you. Best wishes on your journey!! =D

Hi Bubble, I ended up with 385cc on the left and 415cc on the right as I had a slight size discrepancy to begin with, (one was EVEN SMALLER than the other..haha). I finally decided to have the surgery when, about a year and a half ago I started consistently working out again and when I lost the extra 10 lbs that had been hanging around for years, I also lost what little bit of boobs I did have. Not to mention I breastfeed 3 babies, 2 of them tandem nursed and I just did not like the boyish look my breasts had taken on. For years I told myself that if I had surgery it meant that I didn't love and accept myself....hogwash!! It only means that if that's the meaning I give it! Obviously I have changed the meaning to one that enhances my femininity and is empowering to me. NO REGRETS!! Wishing you all the best wherever you are in your own journey. =D

Forgot to mention that my implants are HP as was decided by the PS during surgery. I'm looking forward to them settling in. Have a splendid day! =)

Thank u for the info! My surgery isnt till nov, and im having a hard time deciding on cc. We about the same size. And im trying to reach a full c.

Hi there, I just read your post and would like to offer a few suggestions if i may. I sent this to someone earlier today and i think it could be useful to you as well. I am 8 days post op and doing great! I took my time researching and went into my pre op appt with 3 pages of questions, which i'd be happy to email to you, Some of the questions were answered in the stack of papers you will read and sign before surgery. I also brought unclothed wish/goal photos, with front views and also side views as I wanted to stress the importance of the natural but full look and natural slope I was hoping too achieve as well as the full C to small D end result. I also took photos of what I did NOT want to end up with. Every question was answered and they requested to keep a copy as they loved them because, as they see it, a well informed patient is a huge plus. The photos proved to be extremely useful in assuring we were on the same page as terms like "natural" and "full" and "fake looking" are very subjective. Those photos were also added to my file and were present in the OR on surgery day as my PS requested. I highly suggest doing that so your PS knows your specific goal and can apply your measurements and anatomical proportions to making a final decision. Which brings me to one more point. From your post it sounds like you're having to decide on a precise size prior to surgery. In my case, our pre surgery discussions and photos helped us to come to a specific range that we agreed upon to achieve my goal. In the OR there was a healthy range of implants on hand for my PS to choose from based on my actual anatomical proportions revealed during surgery. He also sat me in an upright position as part of the procedure and that too is very important in achieving ideal results. In my case, I ended up with HP 385cc on the left and HP 415cc on the right. If he only had a pair of predetermined sizes on hand my particular anatomical differences could not have been addressed. I wish you a smooth, healthy and beautiful journey and outcome!! You can take or leave anything I've offered as I just wanted to share. If you'd like a copy of my zillion very useful questions, pm me your email address and I'll forward them. Have a splendid day!!! Peace, Paula =)

Hi litmaven, thanks for the well wishes. I'm so happy for you and your new additions! I too only told select people, including my 2 teenage sons that still live at home, 1 of four sisters and a few friends...didn't even tell my out of state mom. I figure the big reveal will happen at our Christmas gathering when we all come together. Everyone has been very supportive. Everyone else will have to figure it out on their own and, if they ask, I will happily tell and they can digest it however they please. Though I'll admit this was not always the case, I'm finally at a stage in my life that I really don't care what anyone else thinks. And that liberation feels mighty good! Happy healing to you also and know that you are the only one you need to please on this matter. Have a splendid day! =D

Thank you!

You are quite welcome! It's comforting to know that there are plenty of us 50 somethings taking charge of our lives. I'm guessing many of us have spent the past 20-30 years taking care of everyone else and not giving ourselves enough TLC. #ourtime #selflovematters #newattitude

Right on!

I'd be happy to send them. I can email them if you like as a Word Doc so you can make edits and personalize if necessary and then print them out. Let me know what works best for you. =)

email is fine.

Ok, will do. Your email address?

Is there a way to pm me so you don't have to make it public?

nevermind, I just figured it out...I'll send then today. Have a great one!

great, thank you! I was wondering how to do that without making it public. appreciate your support...

If you tap on the highlighted username an option to send a private message comes up. I'll send as soon as I get home. =D

Hi mbk, thank you for the compliment. I'm hoping they settle in nicely - so far so good. I ended up with high profile 385cc on the left and 415 cc on the right. I'm feeling a little nervous about the end result with high profiles looking natural. This was my PS's decision during surgery and I will certainly discuss my concerns with him at my upcoming follow up appt. I do trust he had good reason for his decision as his reputation is outstanding. Soooo glad I FINALLY did it though! Are you considering a BA?

Thank you Beth! I will definitely join the forum you mentioned. The mutual support is so helpful and empowering. Have a splendid day! =)

Thank you so much for that advice! That is very good to know. Also, I have numbness in my right nipple and the surrounding breast tissue. Did you experience that at all post op and, if you did, how long did it take to resolve?

Yaaay!! Get the Scar Salve too if you can for after the incisions heal.
You go girl!!