So I finally made the decision to take the plunge and removing the plunging neckline. Yes, I have dreamed of breast reduction surgery for so long I don't remember when it started. But all the planets aligned and it finally happened.
I'm anything but flat-chested now, but I'm definitely noticeably smaller. When I first sat up in the hospital bed my neck and shoulders felt so weird - they felt good. That's the first time in ages that I didn't have an ache somewhere up there.
This has been a long and involved process and I could not be happier with the results. Yes, everything looks completely awful right now, and I will spare you the details of the surgery but you could certainly find many references online.
My first counseling session was to evaluate how my life might change after surgery. Even though I've always been "big on top" I've never let it limit my activities even if it was painful. I love working out, horseback riding, jogging, all activities that are presumed to be limited by H cups.
I still feel like crap and I can't work out for four to six weeks. But I can start walking in a few days, and you better believe I'll be out and about.
The doctor said I would have shooting pains like electric shocks as the nerves regenerate. And she was right. That hurts as much as the stitches.
I have two angel caretakers who are doing the dirty work of changing my dressings. Of course, I think my husband is doing some evaluation.
So what's it like so far aside from the stitches? Well, my nipples are closer to my underarms!!! The girls sit high. I took a shower for the first time this morning, and I cannot remember the last time I didn't have to pick up my breasts to dry underneath! My husband says he is amazed at how firm they are. His heaven is back. Yes, I still have cleavage.
I'm looking forward to bra shopping one day. For now I'm wearing what feels like a straight jacket without sleeves. It's a bra girdle with hooks and a zipper that corrals everything in one place so nothing moves.
I might be rambling now because I'm still taking pain meds every so often, but I'm trying to wean myself. I hate medicine, but it sure helps!
A lot of people offered wonderful thoughts and stories, and I can't tell you how grateful I am to all of you for thinking about me.
I'll keep you updated, but there's not a whole lot more to say right now.
And no, there will be no before and after pics.
I'm anything but flat-chested now, but I'm definitely noticeably smaller. When I first sat up in the hospital bed my neck and shoulders felt so weird - they felt good. That's the first time in ages that I didn't have an ache somewhere up there.
This has been a long and involved process and I could not be happier with the results. Yes, everything looks completely awful right now, and I will spare you the details of the surgery but you could certainly find many references online.
My first counseling session was to evaluate how my life might change after surgery. Even though I've always been "big on top" I've never let it limit my activities even if it was painful. I love working out, horseback riding, jogging, all activities that are presumed to be limited by H cups.
I still feel like crap and I can't work out for four to six weeks. But I can start walking in a few days, and you better believe I'll be out and about.
The doctor said I would have shooting pains like electric shocks as the nerves regenerate. And she was right. That hurts as much as the stitches.
I have two angel caretakers who are doing the dirty work of changing my dressings. Of course, I think my husband is doing some evaluation.
So what's it like so far aside from the stitches? Well, my nipples are closer to my underarms!!! The girls sit high. I took a shower for the first time this morning, and I cannot remember the last time I didn't have to pick up my breasts to dry underneath! My husband says he is amazed at how firm they are. His heaven is back. Yes, I still have cleavage.
I'm looking forward to bra shopping one day. For now I'm wearing what feels like a straight jacket without sleeves. It's a bra girdle with hooks and a zipper that corrals everything in one place so nothing moves.
I might be rambling now because I'm still taking pain meds every so often, but I'm trying to wean myself. I hate medicine, but it sure helps!
A lot of people offered wonderful thoughts and stories, and I can't tell you how grateful I am to all of you for thinking about me.
I'll keep you updated, but there's not a whole lot more to say right now.
And no, there will be no before and after pics.
