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Turning 48...5'7", 130lbs. - Southport, CT
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I am one of those people who always puts everyone...
389bptApril 28, 2015
$6,800
I am one of those people who always puts everyone first. It's not a bad quality, especially if you are a mom... But after years of doing so, you kinda get used to coming last. You almost feel guilty for buying yourself something, or actually doing anything to benefit yourself. I don't want to sound like a martyr but there is a huge part of me that feels a bit guilty about deciding to do this for myself. I have my surgery scheduled for July 6, 2015. I am extremely excited yet nervous at the same time. I have not told my parents yet. Probably won't until it's over. I know. I know. I'm 48. It's just easier this way. My kids know. My don is 24 and my daughter is almost 21. They are supportive and happy for me. My fiancé is the best. He could care less if u shaved off my eyebrows. He loves me no matter what. I am doing this for ME. I have 34AA. I am the same size I was in the 6th grade. I did not breastfeed. But they are saggy anyway. I work three jobs and have paid my dues. Two more tuition payments and both kids will be out of college with no money borrowed. I am in decent shape. I power walk when I get 30 mins to myself. I waitress nights and am always in constant motion. I could use a few sit-ups tho but I'm not complaining. I eat well when I remember to eat. I am a smoker and will quit a month before surgery. I know I should do it now but I know me. The crazier I get about trying to quit, the more I will smoke. I am going with the textured teardrop sientra gummy bears. I'm not sure of the size yet. 260cc and 320cc looked good on the 3D imaging but the 370cc looked huge. If I was into 20's I'd go for the big ones but at 48 I don't want to look foolish. Is there anyone out there like me who can give me some advice?? I will be done with jobs one and two in June as I work in a school and babysit but job three is year round waitressing. I took two weeks off from that. Is that enough time? I have a high tolerance for pain. Had numerous surgeries including a hysterectomy and umbilical hernia surgery. Can't wait to hear from someone do I don't feel so alone. All my friends have big boobs with no surgery. They don't understand. I'll post before pics as soon as I can.
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2 months pre
This is me at 1 1/2 months pre
389bptMay 18, 2015
I never thought I'd post my naked self but I have to hear what you ladies think. I'm obsessing over not going too big. I will post the 3D versions of 260 and 320. I don't think there is much of a difference. I'm reading how everyone says they wish they went bigger so I'm leaning towards the 320. I wear the bombshell bras anyway so I look like I have something. So maybe it won't be so noticeable.??
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May 18, 2015
Hi, it's hard to keep up with people on here, kinda hard to find the post without scrolling through everything. I think you will be happy with the 320 and not any smaller. I can wear my regular clothes and no one seems to notice that I have had anything done. Yesterday was one month for my post op.
I couldn't be happier with the results. Since it is submuscle, I am having to watch what I try to pick up out pull for a little while longer. But I am soooo glad my Dr. went through the nipple since he only cut the lower half and you can't see the scar unless you look for it.
I still have a bit of soreness in my right one but I'm hoping it will subside soon because I really want to get back to working out.
Hope all is well with you :)
July 5, 2015
Thank you for your advice. It is hard to navigate this site! I thought I had responded to you over a month ago but I guess i did not. Hope all is well with you! I go tomorrow....
May 18, 2015
Hello I'm trying toget appointment For my surgery but my doc is concerned because I had Stroke in 04 soI'm on hold you're so lucky good luck to you I had implants for 23 years before I had to remove In 06 i am 57 and i want my breast back
July 5, 2015
Have you been able to get another opinion yet? I have not been on this site for a couple of months and thought I had responded to you but I guess it did not post. Hope all is well.
May 19, 2015
I am very similar to you, but even less breast tissue. I have decided on Sientra 310cc anatomicals, teardrop shape. I chose it over the 350s because they just looked massive to me. I am the opposite of most people, and I'm pretty conservative, so I'm going with the smaller size. What really helped me was looking at the personal view on the Vectra and I saw that the 310s will be plenty for me. My surgery is scheduled for June 19.
July 6, 2015
Everything is great! The first two days were rough off and on, but for the most part, my recovery has been very easy. The stretches my doctor had me do every hour the first week really kept my chest loose so I didn't feel hardly any pain past day 2. Now I feel pretty normal with only tinges of pain (which I assume are my nerves healing) every rare once in a while. I'm super happy with everything. Good luck to you tomorrow!
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Final countdown!!
389bptJuly 5, 2015
My surgery will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am. I'm so excited and yet so nervous! I'm going with sientra 320 textured teardrop under the muscle. I am 5'7" and about 120-125 lbs. I just got back from vacation and am tan. Do not know if this is a bad thing? I had a couple glasses of wine and am still smoking. I know it's bad but I've been so nervous to try to quit that I've continued to smoke. I know. Bad. I was wondering if anyone had any last minute advice? I have my meds and bio oil. I got two bags of frozen peas. I have not purchased any bras or other items. I'm more of a figure it as I go kinda person. I can't make myself too crazy being over prepared. I just want it to be 24 hours from now and I can be on the other side of this and just focus on getting better. Any one who can help in anyway would be much appreciated. XO
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July 6, 2015
Have everything set up on your nightstand before you leave for surgery - meds, water with straws, snacks, remote, etc. I needed a heating pad for my back the first two days as well. Also, lots of pillows to stay propped up.
July 6, 2015
Good luck with your operation - I hope everything goes well for you. I also started this journey feeling guilty about spending money on me - but I'm now booked for surgery this October and super excited! Can't wait to see how you get on and wishing you a speedy recovery! xx
July 7, 2015
I'm one day out. Not too much pain. Just sore. Feeling like I did 1000 push-ups. I feels so much better today. I hear a gurgle in my right Breast. But other than that I'm fine. I slept. Great last night and on and off today. My fiancé is awesome. He even too a shower with me to wag my hair. Um 5'7" 122 lbs. I got 330 hp silicone gummies. I hardly swollen. I go to the ps on Thursday so when I get to see them I'll post a picture. I'll keep u updated
July 6, 2015
I had Sientra 325 round textured under muscle and no regrets, I'm a mom and same as you always put my child before and or priorities, this is something that has its moments but overall has made my self esteem better. Knowing my body completely changed de to having a baby
July 7, 2015
I feel great. The guilt has gone out with my old boobs
! No more everyone else comes first. Now it's our time. ❤️
! No more everyone else comes first. Now it's our time. ❤️
August 4, 2015
I hope you are going to post your pictures after the surgery ,happy recovery :)
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