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Can I Get A Witness? Here's My Testimony... - Sugar Land, TX
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You've read the same story (different woman) over and over again on RealSelf...but truth is, no matter how many reviews you've read and photos you have studied...you still found courage, strength and confidence in the testimonies of each one of them.
I'm no different from you but yet I hope that my journal of this experience will give back to someone the same gift that the testimonies of those who have gone before, gave to me.
I've considered breast reduction many times over the years...I'm 44, have two grown daughters ages 22 and 20...so this factory is closed for production...it's time for me to do this for me. Insurance won't cover me so I've had to save my money to pay for this on my own. Im ready for the top half of my body, which is currently a size 38 DDD, to match the bottom half of my body which is a size 6. I am 5'7 and as of this morning, I weighed 159 lbs. My breasts completely by-passed training bras in puberty and went straight for the gusto...I've can't ever remember wearing anything less than a 34D. It's been slow and steady growth of the boobs since then. When all is said and done, I pray to fit comfortably into a C cup bra (if I chose to wear a bra at all) *wink wink*
My procedure is scheduled for six weeks from now. Some of the things I'm wondering about has everything to do with after this is all over, like... will the grooves in my shoulders at some point fade away? Will I finally feel comfortable enough to wear a 2-piece bathing suit? Will I be able to improve my golf swing once "the girls" are out of the way? Will I finally be greeted "eye to eye" by men versus eye (theirs) to chest (mine) when out in public? I'm just saying...these are the thoughts, among others quirky things, that are running through my head.
After childbirth twice, natural and c-section...I'm not worried too much about the pain and recovery...as long as there's med's to help with that. Not too concerned about scars...I chose Dr. Horndeski (Houston) and frankly, pictures of his work and the testimonies of his patients, and my interaction with him during the office consultation have me sold that I've made the best choice in him. Besides, I studied and researched quite a bit before choosing Dr. Horndeski. His "Ultimate Breast Reduction" procedure is just what I need to live fabulously in my FORTIES and beyond. I've got a fantastic family with their support, so no stress there...I'm just READY for the journey to begin ;-)
I'm no different from you but yet I hope that my journal of this experience will give back to someone the same gift that the testimonies of those who have gone before, gave to me.
I've considered breast reduction many times over the years...I'm 44, have two grown daughters ages 22 and 20...so this factory is closed for production...it's time for me to do this for me. Insurance won't cover me so I've had to save my money to pay for this on my own. Im ready for the top half of my body, which is currently a size 38 DDD, to match the bottom half of my body which is a size 6. I am 5'7 and as of this morning, I weighed 159 lbs. My breasts completely by-passed training bras in puberty and went straight for the gusto...I've can't ever remember wearing anything less than a 34D. It's been slow and steady growth of the boobs since then. When all is said and done, I pray to fit comfortably into a C cup bra (if I chose to wear a bra at all) *wink wink*
My procedure is scheduled for six weeks from now. Some of the things I'm wondering about has everything to do with after this is all over, like... will the grooves in my shoulders at some point fade away? Will I finally feel comfortable enough to wear a 2-piece bathing suit? Will I be able to improve my golf swing once "the girls" are out of the way? Will I finally be greeted "eye to eye" by men versus eye (theirs) to chest (mine) when out in public? I'm just saying...these are the thoughts, among others quirky things, that are running through my head.
After childbirth twice, natural and c-section...I'm not worried too much about the pain and recovery...as long as there's med's to help with that. Not too concerned about scars...I chose Dr. Horndeski (Houston) and frankly, pictures of his work and the testimonies of his patients, and my interaction with him during the office consultation have me sold that I've made the best choice in him. Besides, I studied and researched quite a bit before choosing Dr. Horndeski. His "Ultimate Breast Reduction" procedure is just what I need to live fabulously in my FORTIES and beyond. I've got a fantastic family with their support, so no stress there...I'm just READY for the journey to begin ;-)
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UPDATED FROM HuneyBee
22 days pre
Getting closer...Ultimate Breast Reduction approaching soon.
So I've been doing quite a bit of reading in preparation for my upcoming UBR. Three weeks away now and the anticipation is building. What seems to be the biggest unknown but an extremely important issue is having the "RIGHT" bra for post op recovery. I have no clue on what to buy, but according to what I've read at least on this site, the right bra can make a world of difference in the "reshaping" of my new breasts. The good news is, I have quite a few bras I've purchased in that past that I've barely worn. I've never been good about returning bras that didn't fit properly. Maybe one of those prior purchases will work in my favor after all. I'm sure I will be spending an evening (before my surgery) going through all of those bras looking for possible options for wear after my surgery...kinda difficult to nail down when I'm not really sure of what size I will be.
My pre-op appointment is set for exactly one week before my surgery. Fortunately, I had a recent mammogram and blood work results from my primary doctor that I was able to provide, everything is normal. Now, I'm just looking forward to getting this done.
My pre-op appointment is set for exactly one week before my surgery. Fortunately, I had a recent mammogram and blood work results from my primary doctor that I was able to provide, everything is normal. Now, I'm just looking forward to getting this done.
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March 6, 2014
I'm 3 wks post op and bought sport bras fruit of the loom that I read on this site but I was still uncomfortable. I just bought genie bras. Feels better but planning on asking my ps tomorrow if ok. He said he wants me to wear sport bra type for 2 months but can take off when sleeping. Hope this helps. I love my shape so far. Good luck to you.
March 6, 2014
Yes, I've also read quite a few ladies went for the sports bras right away but I also read that an underwire was necessary right away...
March 6, 2014
I have both the fruit of the loom sports bra that attaches in the front AND the genie SPORTS bra. I switch off between the two throughout the day. I feel more comfortable sleeping in the genie bra because it doesn't come up as high under the armpits.
March 6, 2014
Good luck! Regarding the "right" bra, I was told to "bring a sports bra" to my dressing change yesterday - I brought a few regular sports bras but also a post-surgery bra that was sized only by the band and supposed to fit from a B to a DD, with a front closure. The nurse took one look at all the sports bras I brought, said, "These are for later, when you can lift you arms higher," and put me right into the post-surgery bra! So I'm thinking if you can find one with a front closure, that may help a lot!
March 7, 2014
Hi there! I recommend that you take one band lager than you would usually. I had 80 cmm but before surgery and right after surgery i had 85 cm. I wouldn't have expected that much swelling at all, even if i knew i would have a bit of lipo on the sides. So instead of a 36 band, i felt comfortable in a 38 band the first 5 weeks.
I also highly recommend the Marena B2 bra, it has a material that doesn't wear out, it has a wide soft band that will NOT slip over your incisions and stay where it should be ( which almost every sportsbra does ) and last but not least, it is front closure! It will be important for the dressing change, because a regular sports bra will be a pain in the *** to put on the first days. You might acke on the sides and not even be able to lift your arms up.
March 7, 2014
Thanks for the recommendations Raboobsel...all of this information is helpful ;-)
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March 9, 2014
I would ask your PS if he has sports bras that he uses/sells through his office. I was given the post surgical bra at the hospital and one sports bra on one of my first visits post surgery. I bought another sports bra because it was so comfortable. Do not forget about taking arnica at least one week before and definitely post surgery for the first month or two. Make sure you have plenty of button down and zippered tops. I was told to avoid underwire bras for the first few months. Your breasts will be undergoing a lot of changes for the first 3-6 months. Raboobsel, love the name btw, is right about the incisions. The wrong bra can rub over them and drive you crazy. Good luck and you will not regret it.
March 9, 2014
Thank you for the advice ;-) I definitely want to make the right choices that will aid and not hinder recovery and comfort...
March 14, 2014
Please talk to Dr H and his staff about bras for this procedure a sports bra of any kind is a no,no,no, and a no ;)
March 9, 2014
Please check with Dr H's office about the kind of bras they will want you to wear. Jana told me they do NOT want me to wear sports bras afterwards, as they will flatten the breasts. They told me to plan on wearing underwire, molded cup bras to shape my new breasts correctly. The kind that when you lay the bra down, it still has "cups." Everyone is different, and I know your surgery is different than mine so this advice may not apply. Just passing on what they told me, so you might wanna ask. :-)
March 9, 2014
Thanks Blu :-) Fortunately, I've got plenty of those type of bras...I will just have to wait to see what size will be needed.
March 23, 2014
Thanks for passing on that advise it sounds every reasonable and the last thing I want is the flatten the big girls little sisters ; )
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