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19 Years Old, Ready to Say Bye-bye Boobies! Florida
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First off let me just say how happy I am that I...
mob100February 23, 2016
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First off let me just say how happy I am that I found this site. Everyone on here seems so friendly and helpful, it's such a nice community!
Now, I haven't gotten the procedure done yet. But it's only two weeks away, with my pre-op appointment later today! I am beyond excited. I developed very early (C cups by the 4th grade) and have never in my life had "normal-sized" breasts. The fact that in just two weeks I'll be small and free of neck and back pain makes me cry with joy.
I feel so much optimism towards this procedure. I believe that for the first time in almost ten years I'll be comfortable in my body. When I developed, I developed FAST, meaning I had some horribly gigantic stretch-marks on my boobs as young as 10. I stopped going to the pool and beach because other than the fact that I couldn't fit into any bathing suits, my peers would stare and make fun of me for them. Some thought I had been scratched and hurt, some thought I had scribbled on myself with red marker. I remember a rumor started at school that I stole my mom's bras and stuffed them with paper towels.
Before I end this update, I have a few questions for those who have already had the procedure done. What sort of things do I need for the surgery and post-op? I know I need a surgical bra and some button-up shirts, but are there any other things that are useful enough to invest in? Thank you very much, any info helps!
I'll try to update after my pre-op. Til next time, friends.
Now, I haven't gotten the procedure done yet. But it's only two weeks away, with my pre-op appointment later today! I am beyond excited. I developed very early (C cups by the 4th grade) and have never in my life had "normal-sized" breasts. The fact that in just two weeks I'll be small and free of neck and back pain makes me cry with joy.
I feel so much optimism towards this procedure. I believe that for the first time in almost ten years I'll be comfortable in my body. When I developed, I developed FAST, meaning I had some horribly gigantic stretch-marks on my boobs as young as 10. I stopped going to the pool and beach because other than the fact that I couldn't fit into any bathing suits, my peers would stare and make fun of me for them. Some thought I had been scratched and hurt, some thought I had scribbled on myself with red marker. I remember a rumor started at school that I stole my mom's bras and stuffed them with paper towels.
Before I end this update, I have a few questions for those who have already had the procedure done. What sort of things do I need for the surgery and post-op? I know I need a surgical bra and some button-up shirts, but are there any other things that are useful enough to invest in? Thank you very much, any info helps!
I'll try to update after my pre-op. Til next time, friends.
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Replies (11)
February 28, 2016
February 29, 2016
My surgery is scheduled the day after yours! I've been curious about the same questions you asked. I've seen so many posts about bras...but they are all overwhelming. I'm trying to be as prepared as I can possibly be ~ I have 4 kids at home with my husband to run the show for all of us (kind of a scary thought...lol) I did get a couple of button up pajama sets, but that's about it.
March 4, 2016
Getting the post-op bras has been so stressful! It make me anxious to "blindly" buy a bra without knowing the exact size I need. Thankfully they're letting me take home one of the surgical bras from the hospital. Speaking of pajama tops I should probably get at least one set lol...
March 4, 2016
I really don't own any button up anything since I could never actually button them up! Thankfully, the hoodies I do have should suffice.
My doctor's office and some other ladies have mentioned the Fruit of the Loom cotton front close bras. All the reviews I read & even my surgeon's office said to get them 2-3x bigger. They come in band sizes, so if you're a 38, opt for a 42 or 44. I picked up a 42 & 44 from WalMart tonight, but they also have them on-line & bonus - they are very inexpensive! Here's a link:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Fruit-of-the-Loom-Comfort-Front-Close-Sports-Bra-Style-96014/13997192
And they also sell them in a 2-pack for less than $16:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/FAST-TRACK-Fruit-of-the-Loom-Comfort-Front-Close-Sports-Bra-2-Pack-Style-96014PK/23091827
I've been stressing about the bra thing, too. But check these out!
My doctor's office and some other ladies have mentioned the Fruit of the Loom cotton front close bras. All the reviews I read & even my surgeon's office said to get them 2-3x bigger. They come in band sizes, so if you're a 38, opt for a 42 or 44. I picked up a 42 & 44 from WalMart tonight, but they also have them on-line & bonus - they are very inexpensive! Here's a link:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Fruit-of-the-Loom-Comfort-Front-Close-Sports-Bra-Style-96014/13997192
And they also sell them in a 2-pack for less than $16:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/FAST-TRACK-Fruit-of-the-Loom-Comfort-Front-Close-Sports-Bra-2-Pack-Style-96014PK/23091827
I've been stressing about the bra thing, too. But check these out!
April 6, 2016
April 14, 2016
UPDATED FROM mob100
14 days pre
February 23, 2016: Pre-OP
mob100February 23, 2016
Just got back from my pre-op appointment! Nothing to say really, it was actually pretty short, just went over some basic stuff with the doctor, made sure I had the prescriptions for my pain meds for post-op, things like that.
The one thing that is really making me worry is that the doctor said I would most likely be coming out somewhere around a D. That just still seems large to me! I really really really want a C cup, just to be nowhere near where I am now, get it? And C cup just seems like the most ideal size....
Probably just my anxiety talking. And who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and come out with a C after all. I have lost some weight since the consultation and was wearing a pretty baggy shirt today, so maybe he just couldn't see that I was a bit thinner? (not as thin as I wanted to be during the surgery sadly...even with diet and exercise I didn't lose as much as I wanted....)
Alrighty, that's about it....I'll probably update again sometime next week!
Til next time, friends.
The one thing that is really making me worry is that the doctor said I would most likely be coming out somewhere around a D. That just still seems large to me! I really really really want a C cup, just to be nowhere near where I am now, get it? And C cup just seems like the most ideal size....
Probably just my anxiety talking. And who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and come out with a C after all. I have lost some weight since the consultation and was wearing a pretty baggy shirt today, so maybe he just couldn't see that I was a bit thinner? (not as thin as I wanted to be during the surgery sadly...even with diet and exercise I didn't lose as much as I wanted....)
Alrighty, that's about it....I'll probably update again sometime next week!
Til next time, friends.
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February 24, 2016
Right before surgery ask your PS to do smallest safe possible size instead of proportionate. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM mob100
13 days pre
February 24, 2016: "Before" Photos
mob100February 24, 2016
I never thought I would be confident enough to upload pictures like this online, but this website has such a great community that I was actually looking forward to doing so today!
Other people's photos have helped me so much and have been great reference, I hope these help out some other folks as well!
Other people's photos have helped me so much and have been great reference, I hope these help out some other folks as well!
Get emotionally ready for lots of pain after surgery. It will be there for a short period of time. Pain will go away but your new small girls will stay! Also try to avoid Tylenol 3 (prescription one) after surgery. It will make you very constipated. Try to stay on over the counter extra strong Tylenol. If you live by yourself do grocery shopping before as you won't be able to drive for a few days. Get a lot of greens and pomegranate juice to restore blood levels and prevent constipation. Wishing you good luck and quick recovery!