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38 Year Old with 2 Children - Finally Have my Breasts Augmented and Lifted. Scottsdale, AZ

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17 years after my first consult with Dr. Shaw, I...

LittleAbigC
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17 years after my first consult with Dr. Shaw, I am getting my breast augmented and lifted. After 3 consults - Dr. Diaza, Dr. Tamir Mosharrafa and Dr Shaw, I've decided to go with Shaw. I'm nervous, because it's no longer just an augmentation, but a lift as well. Scary and excited at the same time. I've been trying to find women with the same situation who may have experienced the same feelings and curious to learn about their thoughts after the procedure. I am starting with a 32B and will most likely end up with a "C". The implants that my doctor decided on are 300HP. I have a narrow rib cage, my waist is 30", 38" hips and 123lbs. When I was asked what size I would like to be, my response was to make sure my top matches my bottom. Right now, I feel like mother nature mismatched my top and bottom and it's taken me 17 years and 2 breastfed babies to have the nerve to make the change.
If you have had a lift and an augmentation in the past, could you tell how you feel about your breasts after the surgery? My concern is scaring, but truly, the only person who will see me naked will be my husband. My oldest daughter is 7 and my youngest is 4 and I wonder how I should approach the topic with my 7 year old. I still want them to feel confident with themselves, will that be an issue? Anyways, those are my thoughts.

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October 25, 2014
I told my daughter who was around your daughter's age that the doc was just filling in the breasts with more tissue that had been thinned during pregnancy and breast feeding. And it's actually true, right? That made sense to her. Congrats. You will love your results!!
October 25, 2014
Thank you mamamel1974! I will do the same.
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October 26, 2014
I totally understand what you mean about the mismatching. I'm the same! But I have a box frame and hardly any curves but a broad flat chest :/ good luck with the surgery! I'm having my BA early Feb
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October 27, 2014
I have very similar breast like you. My BA is nov 12. Going on Tuesday for my preop. Am getting a benelli lift. Not a full breast lift. Only because I didn't want any vertical scaring. Haven't found anyone on this site who has had that procedure yet. I'm 5'6, 132 pounds.
November 17, 2014
Cant wait to see the results if your benelli lift. I know there's a doc here locally that does that lift, but i havent seen pictures. Like you, i am so afraid of the scarring and looking like frankenstein. But i trust my ps.
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November 17, 2014
Let's just say I love them. Took bandages of today. My boobs are lifted. They look amazing. Can't believe it. Will post a pic.
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November 16, 2014
I have a 6 year old little girl and I too was concerned with how to explain this to her. I held it back from her until the night before surgery. I explained that when mommies have babies, feed their babies and then lose their baby bellies they lose their boobies too sometimes. Not all mommies but some mommies bodies change a lot and doctors can help make them the way they were before......( not the whole truth but good enough for her age) she was nervous, cried, told me she didn't want me to be hurt but I assured her that doctors help us. I asked that she not speak of it in school or to friends because it was a private thing in our family but that she could speak of it to us or to her grandparents if she had questions and I also told her that the weekend after surgery we could order pizza and have a weekend of fun movies. That cheered her right up!!! Also when she saw me in the bra post op she said " oh mommy, i understand, before you were droopy now your not! " lol, Good luck!!
November 17, 2014
You have to hand it to kids...they can really poiny out the obvious! Love their honesty. I appreciate the advice and support.
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January 31, 2015
Congrats!! Dr. Shaw is great. As a mom, you will be so happy with your procedure! I think 300cc is a great size! Good luck!
January 31, 2015
I sure hope so.thank you! You look fabulous!
UPDATED FROM LittleAbigC
4 months pre

Not sleeping

LittleAbigC
Ever since I confirmed my surgery date, I have not been able to sleep through the night. I wake up -panicked - about having the surgery, concerned am I doing the right thing. How will thus affect my body in the future...as age. Can I consider myself nervous or is the decision not right for me?

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November 18, 2014

I have heard women say the same thing so I think it's normal nerves. Feel free to further discuss you concern with other members who are awaiting their December 2014 breast aug surgery. Hang in there!

November 28, 2014
What is your surgery date?
November 29, 2014
12/30
November 29, 2014
Yeah! You will have get to enjoy the holidays and then new tata's!
November 30, 2014
I'll make sure I keep that in mind- thanks! Love the perspective.
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March 5, 2015
Nervous..don't know if you u believe in God but a little prayer helps my nerves when I wake up with my boobiinightmares
March 9, 2015
Thank you! I will keep that in mind.
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March 9, 2015
I had the "boob nightmare" that my ps gave me big mushroom looking boobs? Weird lol
March 9, 2015
Mushroom boobs!! Lol! I heard that's the latest trend in breast augmentation- LOL! On a serious note, its difficult to relinquish control and put a major decision into your PS's hands and hope for the best. Hard not to have nightmares.
UPDATED FROM LittleAbigC
3 months pre

Postponed my upgrade

LittleAbigC
I was a neevous wreck. Didn't have my husband on board 100%. After talking with him and explaining the importance of this procedure, i am rescheduled for March 17! Hooray!

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December 5, 2014
I respect what you are saying and your decision. You can't un-ring the bell! You have to be sure. They will still be there in March. If you still want it then, you know that it is the right decision. Good luck!
December 5, 2014
Thank you! The timing feels better and i dont feel like I am being rushed. I have plenty of time to prepare physically and mentally.
December 5, 2014
Good for you!
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December 15, 2014

Glad you got your surgery date! Is it the 17th or 18th of March?

January 4, 2015
I understand your anxiety. This is a big decision and you have to be ready. Having your hubby on board is so important too. You will need help after the procedure, of course. But more importantly, you want them to be happy with the results! Good for you stopping when you were not comfortable. I hope all goes well for you March 17th!!!