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Flat and Happy: Benefits of Being Implant Free! - Sarasota, FL
UPDATED FROM FlatandHappy
4 months post
4 Months of freedom!
WORTH IT$2,800
It has now been 4 months since I had my breast implants removed and I am still very happy! I still have some bruising and continual healing on my right underarm as the surgeon really botched me up and I had a huge hematoma that lasted for months but it gets better every week. The breast skin continues to shrink and I notice fluffing weekly as well. Though I have seen stories of women bouncing back in a few days, my process has taken much longer. It has still been completely worth it!
I feel so free when I exercise, dance, jump around, etc. I can hug and cuddle my loved ones closely without a barrier in between us. I also no longer feel fake or untrue to myself. I sleep better and enjoy the way my clothing fits more.
Along with my physical journey, I have been working on myself spiritually as well and continue to find the inner peace I was searching for so long ago when I decided to alter myself. I have learned that self-love is a process that must be practiced daily. Instead of asking questions like how can I improve myself, why don't I look like 'her,' or what's wrong with me, I have learned to ask what are my greatest qualities, how can I help others, what am I good at, and how can I have fun today...the answers are way more exciting. ;) Happy physical and mental recovery to all!
I feel so free when I exercise, dance, jump around, etc. I can hug and cuddle my loved ones closely without a barrier in between us. I also no longer feel fake or untrue to myself. I sleep better and enjoy the way my clothing fits more.
Along with my physical journey, I have been working on myself spiritually as well and continue to find the inner peace I was searching for so long ago when I decided to alter myself. I have learned that self-love is a process that must be practiced daily. Instead of asking questions like how can I improve myself, why don't I look like 'her,' or what's wrong with me, I have learned to ask what are my greatest qualities, how can I help others, what am I good at, and how can I have fun today...the answers are way more exciting. ;) Happy physical and mental recovery to all!
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UPDATED FROM FlatandHappy
2 months post
2 Months post explant and happy!
I am just past 2 months after my implant removal and I love the way I feel! The hematoma has almost cleared, (bruising and swelling is much smaller, while still there, its not impeding me in any way), so I am able to bounce around to my heart's content. I was told that it would take several weeks for the hematoma to completely dissolve so the fact that it gets better every day is good enough for me. :) I am REALLY enjoying my body so much more without implants and I have even regained feeling in my breasts and nipples...AWESOME! I still highly recommend explant and while it may take awhile for your body to heal, retract the breast skin, etc. it is worth it! I am continually grateful to be 'all me' again.
Replies (5)
H
May 21, 2014
Oh I'm so glad to hear you're doing so well! You look beautiful and sound super happy! I must say I'm surprised you still having bruising but your PS put you through a rougher surgery than necessary. But wow, again I'm so happy for you!
My explant is tomorrow!
F
May 21, 2014
How exciting, Congratulations!! And thank you :) My PS really did a number on me so that's the only reason I'm still healing. I'm sure your experience will be MUCH better. Best of luck to you tomorrow!!
H
D
May 21, 2014
Thanks for the update! You look great! So happy you are healing up nicely and that you are feeling good about your explant.
F
T
May 21, 2014
I've wondered how you were doing because you had so many complications. You seem to be healing up nicely and you look just lovely.
F
May 22, 2014
Thank you so much! Its been a longer road to recovery then expected but I am certainly happy I did it!
M
May 22, 2014
Thanks for the update! Love the bathing suit too! Where can I get it?
F
S
May 22, 2014
Cute suit!! You look fantastic!! So happy to hear you are doing great!
F
UPDATED FROM FlatandHappy
2 months post
32 B, it is
It has been 6 weeks since my explant so I went to Victoria's Secret today to get sized for a 'real' bra so I can have something to wear when I ditch my sports bras like a bad boyfriend in 2 weeks. ;) Funny part was I fully expected to walk in there and be told I was a 32 A so I grabbed several to try on and they didn't fit well. Finally my stubborn rear asked to be measured and I was told that I am a 32 B. Huh? The VS lady looked at me strangely as I kindly disagreed with her for a few moments before trying on a 32 B bra that fit really well.
I certainly won't complain about having more breast tissue than I thought I had but the moral of the story is that I was perfectly happy in thinking that I was an A and I am equally as happy as a B. Could it be that I am potentially learning to love myself no matter what??? Gasp! ;)
I certainly won't complain about having more breast tissue than I thought I had but the moral of the story is that I was perfectly happy in thinking that I was an A and I am equally as happy as a B. Could it be that I am potentially learning to love myself no matter what??? Gasp! ;)
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H
May 5, 2014
Wow! That's fun! And it's "freeing" to hear that the size didn't matter anymore. Good for you! How are you feeling? How's your energy level? I know your surgery was harder than it should have been.
F
May 6, 2014
My energy level is high and I'm feeling MUCH better. :) Thank you for asking! The size really doesn't matter to me anymore...just today I have already discovered I'm an A in some stores and B in others- who cares!! Haha- just glad to be ME. :)
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May 12, 2014
Your Story is exactly what I needed to hear. So much of what you said described how I was feeling, particularly on insecurities. I know my insecurities were the reason I got my implants, and your right, they didn't help. Instead I just felt insecure that everyone could see I that I had implants and were judging me on them. It seems whenever I think I've concurred my insecurities they rear their ugly head again. Even looking at this forum I found myself feeling jealous of the girls who had their implants removed and had natural nice looking breasts. I don't have that hope for myself as preimplant breasts were small and mushy after nursing 2 children, but they are mine, they are me. I've tried to accept the implants as me, but they just aren't, thank you so much for sharing your story. I am also glad to hear a story where someone had implants via armpit and removal this route as that is how mine went in and I am hoping to get the out.
F
May 21, 2014
I know exactly what you mean. It always seems hard to recognize our own beauty and sometimes I think we are taught that its narcissistic to love yourself and your body. I know I felt inadequate before implants and then fake/judged after implants so it took me awhile to realize that I had to work on the inner problem which was loving myself no matter what. Its not any different than people who lose weight and still aren't happy. I actually had to learn this lesson again after explant because I wasn't just immediately thrilled with my new body...I had a lot of insecurities at first. I think we just have to love our bodies no matter what one day at a time. :)
H
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May 15, 2014
How are you doing now? Happy with your decision?
F
9
May 21, 2014
Yes! It has been two days and I am so happy I did it! I love how my body looks now. It's like Christmas! Can't wait to find a cute swim suit! Where did u get yours? VS?
F
May 21, 2014
That's awesome, Congrats!!! I love VS but I actually found my suit at Target. :)
F
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