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5'3, 128 Pounds, 41 Years Old - Wish Me Luck!
UPDATED FROM BA Girl
Keep an Open mind before Reading this post
$5,300
For those of you who took time to read and post on my review, thank you, thank you, thank you. After much consideration and years of wanting a BA I've decided to walk away...for this reason:
Please note: This is my opinion and have nothing negative to say about those who take the plunge...I feel my decision is what's best for me...
Here goes:
I am small breasted...I knew in high school I was going to remain that way...years go by and longing for what an ideal woman should be in the chest area always made me long to change the appearance of my body...until recently. I've been going through all the motions to get to surgery and then like a light bulb...I started questioning the long term effect of breast implants...sure I'm in my early 40's - and if I'm one of the lucky ones who gets the implant to behave for 20 years...do I want to have them removed in my 60's? Or even 50's? Insurance doesn't pay for any complications that come from mishaps, nor will it cover to replaced a new set...do I want to pay another $6,000 and go through the emotional roller coaster just to have breasts on the temporary level? Not knowing when and if they will cause any harm to my body? And if they have to be removed...what does it do to the look of the breast area? I started reading about the longevity of implants and without a doubt they have to be replaced or removed seeing they are man-made...and foreign to the body...Plastic surgery has come a long way...and kudos to those who march forward...I was so excited about having breasts...but am grateful to finally say I will accept my body for what it is...and not gamble on changing what God blessed me with...I've included a blurb below from a website called the "Plastic Surgery Portal" which helped me close the door on wanting this procedure. Don't get me wrong, I'm sad...Loved the idea of having beautiful perky breasts...but I love the idea of not worrying about when I will need to replace/fix something that isn't natural to my body. This isn't a post to scare anyone out of doing what they want - this is a post to say...I'm ok with being me. I'll use the money and do some travel with my husband of 24 years who loves and adores me and my body and I'm blessed knowing I'm making a decision that's best for Me. Be well and best of happy healing and making a decision to best suit your needs...See blurb from website below:
The Average Lifetime of Breast Implants
Ideally, breast implants would last forever. Unfortunately, that’s simply not the case because implants are manmade devices that eventually deteriorate to a point where they are no longer safe for the body. Some implants will indeed last a lifetime whereas others will need replacement in as little as five years. The average breast implants last between ten and twenty-five years. Since there’s no way to predict how long implants will last, the best way to keep track of them is to see your plastic surgeon on a yearly basis to make sure they are properly functioning.
Please note: This is my opinion and have nothing negative to say about those who take the plunge...I feel my decision is what's best for me...
Here goes:
I am small breasted...I knew in high school I was going to remain that way...years go by and longing for what an ideal woman should be in the chest area always made me long to change the appearance of my body...until recently. I've been going through all the motions to get to surgery and then like a light bulb...I started questioning the long term effect of breast implants...sure I'm in my early 40's - and if I'm one of the lucky ones who gets the implant to behave for 20 years...do I want to have them removed in my 60's? Or even 50's? Insurance doesn't pay for any complications that come from mishaps, nor will it cover to replaced a new set...do I want to pay another $6,000 and go through the emotional roller coaster just to have breasts on the temporary level? Not knowing when and if they will cause any harm to my body? And if they have to be removed...what does it do to the look of the breast area? I started reading about the longevity of implants and without a doubt they have to be replaced or removed seeing they are man-made...and foreign to the body...Plastic surgery has come a long way...and kudos to those who march forward...I was so excited about having breasts...but am grateful to finally say I will accept my body for what it is...and not gamble on changing what God blessed me with...I've included a blurb below from a website called the "Plastic Surgery Portal" which helped me close the door on wanting this procedure. Don't get me wrong, I'm sad...Loved the idea of having beautiful perky breasts...but I love the idea of not worrying about when I will need to replace/fix something that isn't natural to my body. This isn't a post to scare anyone out of doing what they want - this is a post to say...I'm ok with being me. I'll use the money and do some travel with my husband of 24 years who loves and adores me and my body and I'm blessed knowing I'm making a decision that's best for Me. Be well and best of happy healing and making a decision to best suit your needs...See blurb from website below:
The Average Lifetime of Breast Implants
Ideally, breast implants would last forever. Unfortunately, that’s simply not the case because implants are manmade devices that eventually deteriorate to a point where they are no longer safe for the body. Some implants will indeed last a lifetime whereas others will need replacement in as little as five years. The average breast implants last between ten and twenty-five years. Since there’s no way to predict how long implants will last, the best way to keep track of them is to see your plastic surgeon on a yearly basis to make sure they are properly functioning.
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UPDATED FROM BA Girl
Picking a size...not too Big...not too Small?
Ok...let's keep this simple...my doctor suggested 300 cc silicone under, and I like 325 and 350 cc - the nurse said it would be fine either way...I don't want to be too big...or small. A happy medium. I have small frame and breast tissue and am in limbo! I think they will do the 350 cc and 325 cc at surgery and see what is best...and I'm ok with that. Any suggestions?
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August 27, 2017
I'm doing the exact same..on 9/19. I'm 5'1. 120lbs .
August 28, 2017
Good luck! Very exciting...we are a day apart...thanks for posting...Be well...
August 29, 2017
I can't wait to be on the other side! Good luck to you too...check back in with me when it's done, would love to hear how you are doing. I'm in IN. Love Florida! Be well. Hugs. XO
September 2, 2017
Good Luck for 19th! Won't be long now and you'll be on the other side and loving your new girlies!! Keep posting :)
August 27, 2017
I would agree that size should be good for you. I was concerned about size myself. Didn't want them to be too big, but didn't want to waste the money and wish they were a little bigger. I am a larger frame and went with 475cc high profile memory gel behind the muscle. They definitely got bigger over the last few months. So just be patient while waiting for the final shape and size to be visible. I couldn't be happier! Best wishes and try to think about the positives
August 28, 2017
Thank you. I stand by the roller coaster of emotions...really just want to look girly and pick the best size. So happy to have this site to help with some of the nervousness. I'll have to look at your profile if you made one...So good to hear you are happy...how long did you wait before you finally took the plunge??
August 31, 2017
I think 325 will be perfect. I had 300's and was willing to go to 350 but my PS goes by your wish pics poster board for the ultimate look. I'm so glad he decided 300 was enough to achieve my wishes. I'm a D at VS one year out.
August 31, 2017
After reading so many profiles and the million dollar question we all have...what size??? I trust my surgeon and certain 325 cc will be good with my frame. I'm short, 5'2 maybe 5'3 and 128 pounds...with a little weight to lose to be in and around 123ish...I appreciate your time and commenting on my profile...stay in touch! Wish me luck, I'm so nervous and emotions def kicked in...I feel scared, I cry, and forget to feel excited about finally having breasts...You look great, and love you posted your progression a year out...gives us hope! I go tomorrow for my physical and down payment...I'm sure that's not helping my nerves since it's so much money!
August 31, 2017
Hey! As the time gets nearer it does get scary but you'll be fine and the time will fly, you'll be on the other side before you know it! :)
September 1, 2017
You have know idea how much I needed to hear that...keeping in mind for those of us who go through with this...it's not like we've done it before and is helpful to hear of others emotions to help build confidence that these feelings are all "normal" So thank you! I hope that makes sense. I have to remind myself during these moments, there is excitement in there somewhere...20 days and counting! Today is my history and physical and down payment...which means I am committed! I look forward to the day I'm not eating, and breathing this! It's like an obsession...in the nicest way possible that an obsession can be...
September 2, 2017
Hope all went well with physical, makes it more real and exciting!! And parting with the cash Lol :) it is obsessive - its HUGE and whilst boob shopping it's hard not to look a bit wired checking out boobs like on a shopping trip!! Ha ha! Won't be long now - I didn't take any pics beforehand in clothes and naked for reference as didn't think to and only found this site the day after surgery so take the opportunity to have some pics for you to keep, I wish I had :)
September 2, 2017
I went in yesterday and signed my paperwork to get to the check out desk and realized I was off about the price and had to wait to pay the balance...now that I've walked away with the full commitment, I am on the fence...lots going on in my world and now thinking it may not be the time to do this...it's complicated...I don't think life ever really offers the "perfect" time to do this...and will use this long weekend to sort it all out...Thank you for all your support and comments...you have no idea how much I appreciate this site and you fabulous ladies. I saved your profile to follow you...
UPDATED FROM BA Girl
How to take the "Plunge" could use some courage-Advice?
I've seen my plastic surgeon three times wanting to have all my questions answered. I'm struggling to take the plunge and finally do this...could use some encouragement.
I'm 41 - 128 pounds and a small A cup. I'm struggling with:
A. Spending this amount of money!
B. Picking the best size...thinking 325cc under the muscle...
C. Am I being vain, should I just deal with my small chest and get over it?
D. When it's all said and done...not regretting this decision...I know it's my decision and only I can make it...I want to feel womanly in clothes and naked...
E. Moving on after it's all said and done and feeling like myself...I want the implants to feel like me.
Everyday I go over and over this...I've made my appointment to do my physical and scheduled the surgery for September 20 and don't want fear to talk me out of it...how do you finally decide?
This site has been amazing and can't thank those who share enough! So thank you.
I'm 41 - 128 pounds and a small A cup. I'm struggling with:
A. Spending this amount of money!
B. Picking the best size...thinking 325cc under the muscle...
C. Am I being vain, should I just deal with my small chest and get over it?
D. When it's all said and done...not regretting this decision...I know it's my decision and only I can make it...I want to feel womanly in clothes and naked...
E. Moving on after it's all said and done and feeling like myself...I want the implants to feel like me.
Everyday I go over and over this...I've made my appointment to do my physical and scheduled the surgery for September 20 and don't want fear to talk me out of it...how do you finally decide?
This site has been amazing and can't thank those who share enough! So thank you.
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August 22, 2017
I had all of those same feelings! I just decided that it was time to do something for myself. As moms we often put ourselves on the back burner. It's Ok to do something for you. I breastfed for a total of over 2 1/2 yrs. The cost of the surgery is offset by what was saved not having to buy formula lol. It has only been a week since my surgery. I'm happy I went through with it .
August 22, 2017
Thank you. You are the sweetest, I appreciate you taking the time to reply. At this point I am marching forward and will fight giving in to fear. I know much like others on here, I am normal in the thought process. I just don't want a lot of pain and a quick recovery. How are you feeling? What size did you get?
August 22, 2017
I feel great. No pain. The surgical bra is too tight though. I'm definitely going to ask if I can change to something else.i got 375cc.
August 24, 2017
Hey! All normal questions, fears, anxiety and guilt!! lol I waited 10 years, had the money in the bank from my house sale when we got married but was scared, felt guilty spending that amount on myself etc but had them 2nd June and so happy!! My pre op boobs are very similar to yours, different sizes, mine maybe a bit more obvious as one higher but my PS told me to align the nipples she couldn't align them underneath so one would look higher but it's not all that obvious to me!! I went with 325cc High Profile overs - I'm measuring about a 34D different in different shops!! Good Luck - not long to wait now and I'm sure you won't regret it - keep posting!! :)
August 25, 2017
What a roller coaster of emotions! I love this site and the helpful ladies who share...so thank you! I will take a look at your profile...Overall I feel like I am much in line with how it feels to do this procedure and ache for breasts and feel womanly. Do you feel like they are a part of you now? That's my hang up...wanting to feel like me.
August 25, 2017
They do! I'm still having sensitivity especially nipples but am so happy - I went to a spa for the last 3 days and it's the first time I've felt confident in a bikini EVER!!! Always wore gel ones and bra padding enough to warm an Eskimo!!! Although I'm still getting used to the weight as they feel slightly heavy they do feel good! I've bought sexy bras and a sexy naughty nightie for my hubby - something I felt ridiculous to even try before as felt silly and awkward in. I'm wearing tees and v necks that I couldn't before and without too much information I feel a lot more at ease whilst naked and intimate!! lol I'm 48 and wish I'd had the nerve to do this so long ago!! Good luck! :)
August 26, 2017
That is great...so good to hear. This site has been so helpful in finding courage to do something I've wanted for years. I can totally relate about naked and sexy at the same time. I don't buy sexy nighties of any kind bc of being so flat. I long for fullness and being able to fit my clothes properly without being an eskimo as you describe, very funny! I'm excited to throw out my old bras and bathing suits and start with pretty unpadded pieces...bralettes and sports bras where I don't look like a 12 year boy! I'm so happy for you, and the hubs! And thank you thank you for your kind words! Count down is on! September 20 and staying strong...
September 1, 2017
I had all of those feelings & concerns. As a mom we always look after others needs first and it's overwhelming to spend this much money on something that is solely for ourselves. The day I had my surgery everyone reassured me that I deserve to do this for me and they were so right! I'm still healing and already feel more like a woman. Like not just a mom & wife but I feel good about myself. I'm not a fan of the consequences of narcotic pain meds and tried to come off too early and it was not fun. I stayed on top of them for about 36 hours post op then was able to slow down and by the end of day 2 was off. Since having lefty drained yesterday I've had to take them regularly again today but hope to come off again tomorrow. Best of luck to you!
September 2, 2017
Thank you! I am still on the fence...lots going on in my world these days...did my physical and was a big dose of reality of what's to come...I hope you are feeling better and appreciate your time commenting...happy healing and keep me posted! Hugs.
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