39 Mom of 2 Teens, Finally Going to Do It! - Toronto, ON

Thank you! you're reassurance is much appreciated :)

I'm still wavering between sizes. I liked the look of 375cc. since they will be placed under the muscle I'm thinking that 400cc would be a good size as they will look a bit smaller under the muscle. I'm still overwhelmed with understanding and the realization that it's FINALLy going to happen.. This site has been amazing and so helpful, thanks so much for your positive reassurance! I haven't discussed this with anyone except my very supportive husband, and just told my family physician who was also surprisingly very supportive. any tips on what to do to prepare for the big day?

Just stay positive. You seem to be in a good place.

Make sure you can try on sizers so you get an idea of what you like. I myself went with 500cc Mentor Moderate Profile under the muscle. Feel free to look at my profile and check put my pictures. I also did not tell anyone that I was going in for surgery because I did not want to hear any negative comments, and I actually ended up telling my parents the night I got home from surgery! At that point no ones opinions matter because it was a done deal. As for getting ready for the big day, I would just make sure you can rest and relax when you need to. Get help with day to day things like cooking and cleaning. Of course every doctor has different rules and guidelines for you to follow so be sure you do as they suggest. For instance my doctor had me go home and take a 2 hour nap then eat and shower, blow dry my hair and do some simple arm lifts to get moving. I actually ended up going out to dinner that night because I felt so great.
The one thing I will say that helped me especially with my anxiety about the surgery was coming on here and posting my concerns and just talking with other women who were going through or had already gone through this.

I checked out your photos, amazing results! I'm planning on going back to my PS to try on the sizers again before making a final decision. I still have some time but am somewhat settled on 400cc cohesive gel under muscle. I'll have to ask what kind/profile etc.. he suggested as I was so focused on selecting sizes based on the cc's and trying to see what looked best. I can't remember what he said. I'll find out as this will certainly impact the results!

Did people "notice" or ask you if you had a BA? was it obvious? I'm rather conservative at work and how I dress. I also wear double padded bras all the time so I'm wondering if it will be obvious to everyone. How did you deal with people noticing? I find some people can be judgmental, or rude and negative..

Funny thing is I haven't really had anyone say anything to me!!! I guess I've been lucky!

That's great! I'm really hoping that I'm happy with mine too and can avoid any negative comments etc.. Your BA looks amazing and very natural. I'm now thinking I should go a little bigger, the size decision is the hardest part so far!! LOL!

Can I ask what size bra you wear now with 500 mod plus?

I just posted about this! I am in a 32DDD but I did end up with a new bra that is a 32G :)

That's amazing! Your pics look beautiful! I hope my results and recovery go as well as yours!!

Yes, I was going to do a full review with my PS details. I decided to go with Dr. Frank Litsa. He has excellent credentials, and I like his natural looking phots as well as his use of Kellar funnel etc.So far I have had a great experience with him and his staff. My initial consultation (he doesn't charge for consults and you can go for as many as you like) I was extremely nervous. He has a very professional yet witty and friendly approach. I first met with my patient coordinator that was assigned to me, she explained a few details and asked me to put on a gown just removing my bra and shirt and then left the room while Dr Litsa came in. he asked a bunch of questions (can't remember everything as i was so nervous) then did measurements of my breasts. He told me based on my measurements, shape of my breasts etc he recommends cohesive gel, under muscle transauxillary. This is because i don't have much of a breast fold and my areola is small, he likes to keep scars very minimal and his results are very good. I didn't have a ton of questions but felt comfortable with him. He then said my coordinator would be back for me to try on various sizers based on his measurements. he left while I tried on various sizers with a sports bra she gave me to use. They are somewhat awkward and bulky as they are just sitting in the bra..I liked the 375 and 400 and she went to get Dr. Litsa to come see. He said they looked great and felt it was a good choice and would look amazing! he then told me to email my coordinator with any further questions etc.. After that I was excited, My coordinator gave me a quote some info to take home. I emailed her the next week asking to book a surgery and if I could come back to try on sizers again, She was great and arranged for me to come in, try them on again and I put down my deposit and booked it!! I have all my paperwork and will have a pre op appointment closer to my surgery date.. Now I just wait!! I have no complaints whatsoever with my PS and I have emailed my coordinator several times with all kinds of questions and she always responds quickly. I only waited for about 10-15 min on both appointments. Good Luck on your consults! feel free to ask anything else and let me know how it goes:)

Hey!! I'm getting 400cc mod plus unders.. I could go up to 500 but I'm a runner and athletic and was worried about them getting in the way of my workouts if too big :) happy to find you here!!

My ps said I can go to 500 but he said I shouldn't go lower than 450 so I am doing the 500, but I'm no runner. I can't wait for our turn! I can't wait to share our experience!

Thank you aimster101!! you are right!! shopping for new tops is so different now! I've had to buy some new clothes and all new bras but it's been so much fun :) I can still wear most of all my previous clothes, they are just filled out more now on my chest, and now I actually have some cleavage! :) Good luck to you, are you going to start a review? :)

Thanks! I decided not to tell everyone as I'm already "faking it" with my padded bras, I am doing this for MY self confidence and to finally wear a non padded bra or bathing suit and wear a nice dress while out with my husband that isn't falling down or loose in the chest! I've made 2 different rice sizers and I really like the 375cc.. BUT.. I know they will look smaller under the muscle and when it's an actual implant so I'm going to go with 400cc. After reading so many posts, the majority of women say they wished they went a bit bigger. I don't want too big but I really am very flat chested so I feel like I need enough there to look proportioned.. after trying the rice sizers with different shirts I now really like the 400cc! :) They look similar to my double padded bras :) Now I have to be patient enough to wait until December!! :)

I've made arrangements for them to be away for the day of surgery and home the next evening. My husband and I have decided not to disclose this to them at this time. It's something I will likely have a conversation with my daughter about when she's older. For the next few days after my surgery they are going to be so busy and preoccupied with Christmas events and I've made arrangements for them to keep them busy while I rest.. I'm simply going to tell them I'm not feeling well etc. Christmas Day will be day 5 post op and we are not hosting anything or planning anything but quiet activities. I'm really hoping im feeling ok for Christmas Day! They also want to go to their friends etc and my hubby can also keep them busy! I'm taking two weeks off post op so I won't be back to work until they go back to school in January :)

Thanks for the advice! I was thinking of saying something similar to that! Good to know about hugs and I'll have to be careful with that too :)

Thanks :) can't wait until I finally have them!!