33 Yr Old Mother of 4 Breastfed Kids. 5'7", 128 Lbs - Vancouver, BC

Hi Chicmommmy, thanks for your comment! I am 5'7", 128 lbs.

It is so great that you and I are so close in our procedures. Let's definitely keep in touch during the recovery!

So - regarding the mammogram. My mother had it and recovered without the use of chemo in her 40's, and my paternal grandmother had it (and survived) during the 70's but I sadly never learned the details other than she had a mastectomy. So given my immediate family history, I was allowed to force some hands so to speak. I went to my family GP and had him create the requisite referral form and I basically called it in myself. I told them I was having an elective surgery where this mammogram will act as a baseline for breast health before the procedure is done.

Regarding size, it was actually surprising to me that I chose 450cc! I have a friend who has been mentoring me who also has had her BA with Dr. Pugash. She went for 375cc and looks amazing and full. When I had my sizing appointment last week, he placed a 350, 400 and a 450 on the table. I tried them all and said that I thought the 400 was safe and close to my breastfeeding size. Maybe a tiny bit bigger, but nothing special per se. I tried on the 450 and laughed and said, "well this is definitely a bit larger but it's still surprisingly modest and balances my body". I asked to try on the 425 but he didn't seem to have it in that day. He said that the sizers are larger than what we will actually end up with as implants and when placed under the muscle, like mine will be, we lose a further 10% too. I asked Dr. P about whether he felt I could do 450 and he said absolutely and that nobody has ever come back to correct going a bit larger.

I went home not feeling 100% about picking the 450cc. The next day I called Simone. I told her how I was worried about wide breasts, size, etc. She put me at ease saying that the round silicone high profile is a narrower implant and will not look wide. (SO happy about that.) She allowed me to pop in again the next day to try on once again. And an interesting point that will help you too, is that the sizers and the bra are actually pretty poor representatives of what we will look like. The bra allows the sizers to sag like old lady breasts. Ashley at the front desk was amazing for pointing this out to me. She told me to tighten the shoulder straps quite tight to help lift the sizers. When this happened, the 450 looked much better. I tried on the 425cc's, which I regretted not trying.

What I learned is that if I liked the look of the 425, then go with the 450 because of the sizer discrepancy and the 10% loss after being installed under the muscle. If I liked the look of the 400, go with a 425cc. So for me, the 400 was too small, and the 450 was a bit too big. I loved loved loved the look of the 425. So getting the 450 will get me that look. If I like the look of the 450, I would have to get the 475 or 500cc. Ha yah right. [RS bleep] boobs!

So good luck with your procedure! I will read your profile now; something I I should have done before writing you back! Keep in touch. Happy to answer any questions.

I can't thank you enough for the wonderful information in regards to your preop appt. I've been thinking about it constantly as to what sizes he may offer me. Since our stats are so close I'm hoping I get the same choices. It's funny I thought I'd be dead set on 400s but now that you mentioned your experience maybe I will consider the 450 since a lot of size is lost under the muscle. I do have quite a bit of sag from nursing my two kids ( not enough to need a lift however) so I'm also hoping a bigger size will fill out my sad little boobies. On the other hand I'd hate to be THAT mom picking up her kids after spring break with [RS bleep] star boobs. Lol. Did you wear a tank top to your consult or a tshirt? Were they tighter fitting? As for my profile, I'm off to go update that now as I don't think I've done much with it!

Thanks and enjoy the rest of your weekend

That's awesome!! Let's keep in touch. You know what is funny, I spoke to Simone the other day asking her if there was a reason why DrP didn't give me 475 or 500 to try. Like you, I have been "real selfing" which I have been advised not to do, and have also seen girls our size with 500 and they look more balanced! So suffice it to say I am a bit confused. I am waiting to hear back from Simone on what DrP says about the cc's recommended. I can tell you that I "believe" 450 is right, but I told Simone I would like to be a bit bigger than when I breastfed. (Get my surgerys worth!) Actually I will post those photos on here. So she is sending the pics to DrP for his comment. Simone seems to believe they don't have 475's; and that they only go up in 50cc increments after 450. So 500 is the next level. I asked her if there was a reason why he only gave me up to 450, and she said yes. So he definitely takes his sizers seriously. Okay let me post my nursing photos. Thanks for writing!! Excited!

You are right! I just heard from Simone. She said he thinks my breast tissue could be compromised with anything above 450. He said other doctors might do it but he would not. I am happy with 450. So, I guess I feel more satisfied with my decision. (Deep breath!)

I think we both made a good decision although not going to lie I still feel nervous about the number 450. Seems like a lot of women go with 375 -400 but also taking into consideration a lot I have seen have never had children or no to very minimal sag. Which in my case is not me. I'll post my preop size tonight

I think we both made a good decision although not going to lie I still feel nervous about the number 450. Seems like a lot of women go with 375 -400 but also taking into consideration a lot I have seen have never had children or no to very minimal sag. Which in my case is not me. I'll post my preop size tonight

That's so awesome. I think the 450s will bring you to your nursing size. Did he say they would probably be bigger than that even if you go with 450?

It's funny but Simone said he didn't want to comment about my breastfeeding size vs what will happen with the implants. I assume he doesn't want to be held liable for any reason.

Me too with you on Tuesday!!! Big hug. I can't wait to hear how it went.

How have you enjoyed that surgical rinse each night? Lol.

I have been working out like a fiend to be at a good place physically. You are right - it will be brutal not having that time to keep fit while recovering. I saw a foot pedalling device in an elderly recovery isle at my pharmacy and laughed; because I almost bought it!!

I'm literally counting the days now.

Hi Lanesan1992, thanks for your words. I wonder if I will have that too; missing my old small self. When I run, I love the fact that I am small. But all other times I feel like a boy lol. So it's a tough balance. I think I am going the right route, it will just take time to adjust.

It does take time! I have no regrets though. I run and keep fit so I bought a great sports bra from VS. It has no under wire but has a soft gel under liner to keep the girls up and supported.

Hey Vcwy! I am paying 8500k plus taxes. I also posted it during the initial quote where they thought I might need a lift - so I should update it!
I was also given a years wait but asked about cancellations and was given a date 3 months later. It was amazing! Then when I had my consultation, they said my surgical date was half a year out. I again asked about cancellations and I was given a date 2.5 months later! I was thrilled. So for me, I enquired in November and have my surgery in 4 days from now! 4 months wait total.

Silicone gel is definitely more pricey than saline which most people don't seem to get anymore. I couldn't believe when Dr. Pugash told me it was 8500 as well . But you pay for the best I guess. I know someone who had theirs done 2 years ago and only paid 6500. The price of everything is going up. Keep in mind silicone has a shelf life of 15-20 years so hopefully that will be it for me for a while . Assuming everything progresses as planned and no complications.