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1 month post op review
Hi all you wonder women in boobieland...and let me first say Happy New year everyone!!!
My 1 month mark was officially on Tuesday-and all the pics are from that date- except the bikini shots...they are 25 days post op. I honestly can't see much difference between the 25 day and 30 day shots. I've noticed they started softening and squishing ALOT within this last week, much to my happiness; however, Miss righty still seems to have a mind of her own (more sore, firm and riding higher than her sister), true to her nature of always being my recalcitrant boob forever lol. No new story there!!
I had mondors chord under my right boob for 2 weeks (from all I've read it's fairly common and nothing to freak out about. if you get it, speak to your surgeon...mine told me to get some over counter anti inflammatory s) as well which is pretty much gone, so I have to be fair and cut her slack. IT could be a big contributer to her lagging behind in progress.
Something strange happened the other day which I've read on many other women's reviews: my scars were slightly bubbly and sore so I did as my surgeon suggested and pressed down all along the incision and could feel a noticeable popping; I continued popping on both sides until they were completely flat. It wasn't painful as much as it was just the weirdest sensation. Afterwards it seemed the right breast loosened up overnight and by morning i also noticed it had dropped into place more and was alot less tense and sore.
By 2 weeks my surgeon cleared me to walk and swim but since I've also started doing some gentle lower body workout, lunges, squats, mat work with ankle weights,by no means my usual intense weighted workouts. I find it's important to really listen to my body in terms of physical activity/workout, so that when i feel them starting to tense up quite a bit I give it them a break.
A little explanation about the bikini shoot, although I would have preferred to wait and take piccies at say the 3 month mark, my bf and I are in a long distance relationship-and he would be about the only person I'd wanna take pics like these for-so since he was returning to Europe (he left last night sniff..sob...weep..sigh) we decided to go ahead and take a few. They are by no means professional, taken with a Sony Xperia phone camera so nothing special.
I personally enjoy looking at and find it more helpful to see the pics of you ladies in full body shots rather than only a shot of boob, although those type shots are helpful as well. One gets a more well rounded perception of size/shape in comparison to the rest of the body parts/features etc. Anyway, if they can be of help to any of you out there considering cc size I'm happy if it helps.
Reveiw of stats:
height:154 "
Weight: 55 kg (actually haven't weighed myself since pre op...too scared to, I know I've gained over holidays + not in my usual exercise routine...arrgghhh)
Implants size (right=400 cc; left 375 cc)
Have a lovely rest of the week everyone mwa!!!
My 1 month mark was officially on Tuesday-and all the pics are from that date- except the bikini shots...they are 25 days post op. I honestly can't see much difference between the 25 day and 30 day shots. I've noticed they started softening and squishing ALOT within this last week, much to my happiness; however, Miss righty still seems to have a mind of her own (more sore, firm and riding higher than her sister), true to her nature of always being my recalcitrant boob forever lol. No new story there!!
I had mondors chord under my right boob for 2 weeks (from all I've read it's fairly common and nothing to freak out about. if you get it, speak to your surgeon...mine told me to get some over counter anti inflammatory s) as well which is pretty much gone, so I have to be fair and cut her slack. IT could be a big contributer to her lagging behind in progress.
Something strange happened the other day which I've read on many other women's reviews: my scars were slightly bubbly and sore so I did as my surgeon suggested and pressed down all along the incision and could feel a noticeable popping; I continued popping on both sides until they were completely flat. It wasn't painful as much as it was just the weirdest sensation. Afterwards it seemed the right breast loosened up overnight and by morning i also noticed it had dropped into place more and was alot less tense and sore.
By 2 weeks my surgeon cleared me to walk and swim but since I've also started doing some gentle lower body workout, lunges, squats, mat work with ankle weights,by no means my usual intense weighted workouts. I find it's important to really listen to my body in terms of physical activity/workout, so that when i feel them starting to tense up quite a bit I give it them a break.
A little explanation about the bikini shoot, although I would have preferred to wait and take piccies at say the 3 month mark, my bf and I are in a long distance relationship-and he would be about the only person I'd wanna take pics like these for-so since he was returning to Europe (he left last night sniff..sob...weep..sigh) we decided to go ahead and take a few. They are by no means professional, taken with a Sony Xperia phone camera so nothing special.
I personally enjoy looking at and find it more helpful to see the pics of you ladies in full body shots rather than only a shot of boob, although those type shots are helpful as well. One gets a more well rounded perception of size/shape in comparison to the rest of the body parts/features etc. Anyway, if they can be of help to any of you out there considering cc size I'm happy if it helps.
Reveiw of stats:
height:154 "
Weight: 55 kg (actually haven't weighed myself since pre op...too scared to, I know I've gained over holidays + not in my usual exercise routine...arrgghhh)
Implants size (right=400 cc; left 375 cc)
Have a lovely rest of the week everyone mwa!!!
2 week post op
Hello lovely fellow boob queens...today is my 14th day post op, time for a quick check in. On my last visit to Dr Patel he cleared me for scar treatment which I was happy about; I apply the gel over tape twice daily and change it daily after showering. So far I'm real happy with my incision results and was amazed how he managed to fit 400cc through that tiny slit.
My doctor doesn't recommend massages, he doesn't discourage it but says they aren't necessarily connected to the implants dropping any sooner/later than women who don't massage, but rather that getting back to regular physical duties and normal routines are responsible for breast normalization. In any case he said I can do the massaging if it provides comfort and eases the tightness--which is does--so I am happily massaging and continuing regular stretches daily. I see a slight difference compared to last week, not much though, but I'm too critical. Definitely they have softened somewhat, i can push them together till they touch already and there is progress to be sure.
Sleeping on my back horizontally and side sleeping still out of the question, I'm doing alright with my sleeping station though I wake around 6 am and still experience some typical morning boob. Ugh.
To those of us doing this over Christmas holidays,, we are such lucky ladies...I believe I couldn't have picked a better time to recoup and can pick up with my regular activities/physical routines as slowly as I want with no stress.
My surgeon has cleared me for brisk walking, swimming, and any lower body exercises without weights, i.e lunges, squats, some mat work etc which I'm so grateful for. I would go insane without workout, I'm such a hopeless gym junkie...still, I've gained an additional 5lb through the whole ordeal but no pain (avoiding gym) no gain (beautiful boobies) am I right or am I right?
Overall I am so thrilled and happy I went through with this and for now am rather content with my size believe it or not. Booby greed hasn't struck yet but who knows, perhaps it will creep up on me in time
I'll the piccies speak for themselves. Hope everyone post op are fine and in good spirits and happy healing to all of us who've made it to the other side. Merry Christmas to you all [RS bleep]
My doctor doesn't recommend massages, he doesn't discourage it but says they aren't necessarily connected to the implants dropping any sooner/later than women who don't massage, but rather that getting back to regular physical duties and normal routines are responsible for breast normalization. In any case he said I can do the massaging if it provides comfort and eases the tightness--which is does--so I am happily massaging and continuing regular stretches daily. I see a slight difference compared to last week, not much though, but I'm too critical. Definitely they have softened somewhat, i can push them together till they touch already and there is progress to be sure.
Sleeping on my back horizontally and side sleeping still out of the question, I'm doing alright with my sleeping station though I wake around 6 am and still experience some typical morning boob. Ugh.
To those of us doing this over Christmas holidays,, we are such lucky ladies...I believe I couldn't have picked a better time to recoup and can pick up with my regular activities/physical routines as slowly as I want with no stress.
My surgeon has cleared me for brisk walking, swimming, and any lower body exercises without weights, i.e lunges, squats, some mat work etc which I'm so grateful for. I would go insane without workout, I'm such a hopeless gym junkie...still, I've gained an additional 5lb through the whole ordeal but no pain (avoiding gym) no gain (beautiful boobies) am I right or am I right?
Overall I am so thrilled and happy I went through with this and for now am rather content with my size believe it or not. Booby greed hasn't struck yet but who knows, perhaps it will creep up on me in time
I'll the piccies speak for themselves. Hope everyone post op are fine and in good spirits and happy healing to all of us who've made it to the other side. Merry Christmas to you all [RS bleep]
Weekend blues
I am so thankful for this site & community & all the thoughtful women who took Time to update & track their progress & write thorough, detailed reports. It's such a blessing & I can say A part of me thinks I probably wouldn't have gone through with my BA were it not for the wealth of information & guidance found on Real Self.
So with that in mind, anther quick update of post op day 5, in hopes that it may help someone currently or months/years down the line.
There's no significant change going on at this point that I can tell anyway & perhaps I'm just an extremely impatient person (I know I am lol...no illusions here) but I kinda hoped they'd be morphing a bit or softening already but nope I have the typical "rocks on chest", "restrictive breathing immediately post wake up" experience still...all ways to describe that lovely feeling we've affectionately termed "morning boob." More like boobs from the dark side hehehe
My doctor gave me specific exercises to perform several times daily which I know are contributing to my general healing process, ability to reach in all directions painlessly and almost effortlessly, so ladies, ask ur doc if there r any specific moves they recommend; truly a lifesaver. These r NOT Boob massages btw. Those come later.
Another tip for sleeping, using an airplane pillow for my neck has helped immensely as has sleeping with a pillow under my knees.
I take an hour long walk daily which helps keep me regular and in positive spirits besides trying to remain active. adding 1 heaping table spoon of linseed powder to yogurt, juice or water is amazing for skipping constipation. Only experienced that slightly on day 2.
That's all I can think of for now...more to follow in time. Happy healing all you booilicious babes xx
So with that in mind, anther quick update of post op day 5, in hopes that it may help someone currently or months/years down the line.
There's no significant change going on at this point that I can tell anyway & perhaps I'm just an extremely impatient person (I know I am lol...no illusions here) but I kinda hoped they'd be morphing a bit or softening already but nope I have the typical "rocks on chest", "restrictive breathing immediately post wake up" experience still...all ways to describe that lovely feeling we've affectionately termed "morning boob." More like boobs from the dark side hehehe
My doctor gave me specific exercises to perform several times daily which I know are contributing to my general healing process, ability to reach in all directions painlessly and almost effortlessly, so ladies, ask ur doc if there r any specific moves they recommend; truly a lifesaver. These r NOT Boob massages btw. Those come later.
Another tip for sleeping, using an airplane pillow for my neck has helped immensely as has sleeping with a pillow under my knees.
I take an hour long walk daily which helps keep me regular and in positive spirits besides trying to remain active. adding 1 heaping table spoon of linseed powder to yogurt, juice or water is amazing for skipping constipation. Only experienced that slightly on day 2.
That's all I can think of for now...more to follow in time. Happy healing all you booilicious babes xx
Provider Review
I've only been to 1 consultation and decided to go with Dr Chetan Patel as my surgeon. He is easy going and specializes in patient empowerment. WE discussed peri aereola incision site as an option, since apparently mine are 1cm larger than many womens. Oh dear :-( I'm not sold on it, will prolly go IMF.