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29 Years Old, Breastfed 2 Kids, Looking for More Volume! - Seattle, WA

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I have read a lot of other women's stories on this...

Lemonade1February 4, 2015
$8,000
I have read a lot of other women's stories on this site and felt the need to share my experience and also ask for support as I am very nervous about this decision. I have wanted larger breasts for as long as I can remember- they are so feminine! Over the last ten years I have had much larger breasts due to weight fluctuation (At one point i weighed 20 lbs more and easily over-filled a C cup bra), pregnancy and breast feeding. During these times I absolutely loved my breasts and felt so confident and hot. Even with a larger tummy/thighs I felt great! So I don't have any sad stories or real reason for wanting them other than I would like more volume. I do like my current breasts- they have served me well. One of them is a full A and the other a medium B (some asymmetry that honestly doesn't bother me much). I did have a consult a couple of weeks ago and tried on sizers- I would like a "natural but blessed" look so the doctor recommended me not going any higher than the 339 cc- Natrelle silicone smooth under the muscle, under the breast procedure. Honestly as I right this I can't believe I'm actually doing this and am wondering if I should be feeling this sick to my stomach. I have thought about it forever, researched it forever and do want them- I'm just worried about if I'll be perceived as "fake boobs" everywhere I go or if I'll develop some autoimmune disease I've read about that doesn't seem to have any evidence but still it is scary. I guess in the end I am just going for it and hoping for the best. I have read so many women's experience where they loved their results and are happy that they did it so that is what I am hoping for. I have a close friend who did it with the same doctor and loves hers too. Did/Does anybody have as many doubts/concerns as I do with a surgery date? AH!

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Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (12)

maybea400
February 4, 2015
Welcome to the blog world! I too read tons of blogs presurgery. I also wanted s natural but blessed look and got it! I am 5'6 125 lbs and was a deflated A after breastfeeding. I went with silicone 375 cc's and moderate plus profile. I'm almost 3 weeks post op and don't regret it at all although I'm still healing. Good luck with your decision and journey. Check out my profile!
Lemonade1
February 4, 2015
Thanks so much for replying- I feel like I'm not alone in all of this! I will check out your profile. I forgot to put my stats! lol. I'm 5'6" and 130 lbs. I need to upload some pics soon. I do have some asymmetry and during my consult he did say I was on the verge of needing a lift for my left boob if I wanted complete symmetry but I am not interested in a lift and am ok a little lopsided ;) It's not like I walk around naked all the time- I want to look good in clothes! I am going a size smaller than you though and you still look natural? That's great! I've actually been wondering if I should be doing the 300 cc ones and not the 339cc...
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cpmyb
February 8, 2015
Hello, I really liked the sizer with 275 cc on me. That's why I chose the 304cc. My PS suggested HP's for me, I chose mod plus instead. If you liked how the 300 looked then go with the next size up. You should have a great result. Good luck to you. Mine is tomorrow and I can't wait.
maybea400
February 9, 2015
I think for me, the 375 is exactly right for a natural look with my body type. I'm very happy. And for me, my silicone sizer at the dr was very similar to what it actually looked like afterward. Best wishes!
Lemonade1
February 9, 2015
Thanks for the info about how the sizers were an accurate way of seeing your final result! Good luck with the surgery and let us know how it all goes! Sending good wishes your way
maybea400
February 9, 2015
Aw thanks, my surgery is all over though. Now I'm on the mend!
maybea400
February 9, 2015
Good luck, keep us posted :-)
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BethH
February 6, 2015
We'd love to see some wish boob pictures in your review if possible. It's also a good idea to share these with your PS so he can get an idea of your goal look. He can also set your expectations too as sometimes our bodies aren't the shape of our wish boob picture candidates. ;) Feel free to join a group of members also awaiting their April 2015 breast augmentation surgery!
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cpmyb
February 12, 2015
If you are unsure of the size try making rice sizes at home. I made several different sizes, and walked around for days with them. I tried on different shirts just to see what they would look like. It really helped me decide my final cc size.
Lemonade1
February 13, 2015
Thanks so much for this suggestion- I did do rice sizers before my consultation and should do it again before my pre-op!
blueeyesunshine
March 12, 2015
I do. I fluctuate between being elated and excited to being scared they will look weird/too big/ too small/ they will get in the way etc. I still haven't decide on ccs either. 310/340/370 silicone.
gograndma
March 15, 2015
I just had my consultation with dr.Salem yesterday and have decided to go with him. I am hoping to have my surgery by the end of may.
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