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BR Complete! Now for Recovery... and Dealing with the Head Games of Size! (41 Yrs, No Kids, 34DDD to 34C? Via Vertical)

UPDATED FROM canuckgirl99
2 months post

oops...almost forgot size!

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canuckgirl99May 23, 2015
WORTH IT
went to get a few more bras (no underwire) and sport bras and i seem to be solid 34C/36C. i haven't tried any 32Ds yet...totally psychological block to even pick up anything with a "D" on it!! but i think 32D might make more sense compared to 36C which tends to have too large a frame strap for me. but sometimes 34C is just a tad small.
anyway, just goes to show you how different brands are! regardless i can wear flimsy no underwire bras so i am a happy camper!

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zandrina
May 23, 2015
Your results look fantastic! Thanks for the update, also for the heads up about the AE bra a while back...I had never run across those, looked them up and they look awesome. Will be getting some when I get my surgery done later this year :)
GG2C
May 24, 2015
Glad you had such a good recovery.... You look great! I would love to be a 34 C! In fact I am going to see my surgeon this week to discuss the size I'd like to be, as my surgery is taking place on June 9th. When I spoke to him at the first consult, he said he doesn't really go by bra size, but he would leave me at I spoke to him at the first consult, he said he doesn't really go by bra size, but he would leave me at about a large C small D. I would like to be on the smaller end of that at a size 34 C, and I wonder if anyone has any suggestions as to how to make sure I get to be the size I want, and not too big or too small. I would use your pics as I think you're exactly the size I want to be, but not sure how to copy pics to bring in? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!! Also, did you say you did this by vertical lollipop scar? My doctor said if I did it would leave me and I might need a second procedure to remove some skin in the future. The 3 incision technique would work best for my reduction, my doctor. He said if I did the lollipop technique, it would leave me quite large, and I might need a second procedure to remove some skin in the future. Anyone have any thoughts re this? I'm about a 34 G now.
Big boo ba's
May 25, 2015
hi there. If your a 34. Go for a small c. Look thru all pic s here and save them to show him. Ask him if he has those silicone il ants in a C size so you can get an idea. Ask him how many grams he is planning on removing. You can goggle that gram to lbs. or oz. I had the T cu procedure. It s fine. Write down every question and take it with you. Ask him about nipple size and placement. Ask him does he do the under cut on the breast fold so it s hidden. I saw someone who had it on her breast. It was a mess. So sad. Ask him for before and after pictures
Big boo ba's
May 25, 2015
Silicone implants.
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canuckgirl99
May 25, 2015
every PS is different and many in the US don't use the vertical technique. also, it tends to be used on smaller reductions (i had about 315g removed from each breast). as you can see above, i also had to have a small incision at the base to reduce puckering because i wanted him to remove as much as possible given the technique. i did MANY searches online for pictures. this was the BEST way for my PS to understand what i wanted. if your PS is using the anchor incision then he should have a problem (unless there are specific issues with the tissue) to get you down to a 34C. if that is your desired outcome, make sure you have enough appointments with your PS UNTIL he is willing to give you what you want...or go to someone else! all the best!
GG2C
May 25, 2015
Thank you! I told him I would like today large B, small C. He said I was a large breasted woman, and I think I will not be happy that small. In thinking about it I've decided I would like to be a C knowing that if I gain weight or some grows back with time as I've heard others have had happened, I won't be bigger than a D! And I think I will not be happy that small. In thinking about it I've decided I would like to be a C knowing that if I gain weight or some grows back with time as I've heard others have had happened, I won't be bigger than a D cup! I'm 5 ft 4, between 135-140 lbs. ( at high end now and 140 and hope to go down to 135 before surgery in 2 weeks). So I have a small frame and a C would be perfect! The surgeon is a top person in my area but he said he would take 1000 gram total so I guess around 500 per breast which he said is about 2 lbs. a bit more. How many bra sizes is that? Since he doesn't do it by bra sizes but I'd like to be a 34 C and I am trying to make sure I am not bigger than that that, I want to know how to convey that to him. I really want to be able to buy non-wired simple comfortable bras off the rack!!! That would be such a relief and a treat I am trying to make sure I am not bigger than that that, I want to know how to convey that to him. I really want to be able to buy non-wired simple comfortable bras off the rack !! What a relief and treat that would be after the years of bra hassles I've been through.
GG2C
May 25, 2015
Typo above..... I didn't mean I wouldn't be happy as a C. I meant to write Dr thinks I would not be happy that small since I'm used to being a large breasted woman. When he said that, he got me thinking.....I think I'd be happy as a C.
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canuckgirl99
May 25, 2015
C is a nice "normal" size for most. i wanted to be a bit smaller ideally because i run a lot. just as a reminder i've seen many post where women are shocked by how the reduction makes their stomachs or other problem areas look bigger! that's why it's really important to find pictures of women with similar body types/sizes and compare breast sizes within those pictures. what does a 'B" look like vs a "C" vs a "D". but it sounds like you have mostly decided on size so that's great! as for me like i mentioned, i was a 34DDD/36DD before, my PS took 315g off each breast (approx 3/4lb). remember 454g = 1lb. so i went down about 2 cup sizes. this will vary depending on the density of your breast tissue as well.
Big boo ba's
May 25, 2015
I am having trouble finding a bra. The genie don't work. I got a Bali but I want more support. I wear a sport bra at night. Squish. Lol. What are you buying? I can t imagine running. And I am 8 weeks.
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canuckgirl99
May 25, 2015
i bought a jockey and and 2 elita bras
mstaylor2u
August 28, 2015
You look great. Nice size
UPDATED FROM canuckgirl99
2 months post

8 weeks +

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canuckgirl99May 23, 2015
hi all!

just wanted to give an update...will try for pics later this weekend. i'm doing REALLY well. Almost at the 9 week mark and started running last week...YIPPEE!!! I was cleared (with NO constraints) by my PS for all physical activity at 4 weeks but i took it slow. no need to compromise my recovery by doing too much too soon. so between week 4-8 i started slowly increasing my exercise level but only no-impact (cycling, hiking, walking). everything felt great but to be honest i was a bit paranoid!!
at 8weeks i made sure i bought some good sport bras and started slow. added a little trail running, then finally did a few road runs this week. everything is GREAT!
i have to say it is AMAZING to be moving my body again. i don't "notice" anything per se which is kinda the point...i just run and don't worry about rashes, trouble breathing (two bras really constraints your diaphragm!) etc. so i'm officially now in training for my trail 50km race in august. YAY!

i haven't started weight training again yet because i normally do that through sandbag class and there's still too much risk of the sandbag hitting my boobs with some of the movements. will start that end of june.

as for scars, everything is healing really well. the scars around the nipple are not visible at all and the vertical ones are really fine. the only areas that are a bit thicker is closer to the base of the vertical. i have no doubt those will soften over time. i continue to tape and massage and every 2-3 days give them "some air" and a nice full massage with coconut oil/cocoa butter.

shape is pretty much the same...but i'll try to post pictures later! i was really blessed that i had no bruising or swelling. i thank my amazing PS and also a very healthy diet.

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UdderlyJoyful
June 4, 2015
Awesome
UPDATED FROM canuckgirl99
1 month post

5 weeks - 1 day pics

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canuckgirl99April 26, 2015
hi all
took the tapes off to massage and moisturize and give them a breather for a few hours. took advantage by taking some pics. the scars are looking really great!

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sbusk
April 27, 2015
Wow, thank you!!!! You have given me the courage to go ahead with my scheduled operation. I have always had large breasts and have actually been pleased with the look of them: in a bra! I had a consultation with a PS in regards to removal of stretch marks on my tummy (love my children but not the scars) and she recommended a breast reduction (not to be done at the same time). Hmmm I had never considered it an option but when she showed me that they could be perky again I was ecstatic! Then the fears began to creep into the picture. If they only will look good in a bra after post op anyhow, is it worth it? What about the pain? When can I become active again? Will I put on weight during recovery. More pain fears and then the big one; scarring!!! But thanks to you I am really assured. So a big thanks! I have one question: have you lost any feeling? Please keep posting!
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canuckgirl99
April 27, 2015
Hi sbusk! My right nipple has been numb since surgery. This is usually temporary and to be honest, i don't really care! My breasts were never sensitive so even if it doesn't come back..not a huge loss for me. The other nipple is MORE sensitive! haha! but i'm only at 5 weeks and these things tend to take up to 3months to normalize. I'm not worried. Interesting that your PS brought up the reduction. For me, i've been wanting it for 10 years...make sure you are aware of all the risks and my one piece of advice to anyone is to make sure you are in good health before (no smoking, good diet, healthy weight) going through with it and maintain a super clean diet post op (including no drinking, staying hydrated, no processed foods etc). especially if you are worried about scarring, these things will really help! personally, a few scars were more than worth it for me! and yes, perky boobs. AMAZING!!! ;p
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abreault1
April 29, 2015
They have great shape and you look like you have an amazing body to complete your beautiful self.... now on the inside as well as the outside.☺
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canuckgirl99
April 29, 2015
you're super sweet to say that. i truly feel like i am in MY body now. it's an odd thing to explain to people. it's less vanity and more just a "fit". but ya, my PS did a great job. :)
PeeBeeUK
May 16, 2015
Hello I don't know if I missed it, but can I ask what size you were before? I am waiting for a vertical scar reduction ( no date yet) and my size is just on the edge apparently. Yours look really good for five weeks, and your results are very encouraging.
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canuckgirl99
May 17, 2015
hi peebee, i was 34DDD/36DD before. just as an fyi, i also had a short horizontal incision (2inches or so) under the breast because i asked my PS to make sure he took enough off! sometimes the vertical technique can cause puckering. so if a scar under the breast fold would upset you be sure to ask your PS about it. (i really didn't care!)
PeeBeeUK
May 18, 2015
Ok, thanks for that, you must be very lucky because that incision hardly shows either.
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canuckgirl99
May 18, 2015
you can see it on the first pic i posted April 26. my arm is up so you can see it. eventually it will be under the fold so totally not visible...unlike the anchor which goes quite wide towards the cleavage and armpit.
Big boo ba's
May 30, 2015
whatvkind of tape are you using
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rachelcc
July 10, 2016
Hi, thanks for sharing your experience with us. May I ask how did u manage your wound after its closure? I had the same vertical BR like yours but my wound look so black after 5 weeks. It's nothing like yours look so clean. Can u share pls. Thanks
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