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Money aside, would you have a breast lift?

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SplinterSplit · 10/04/2019 21:29

My nipple position is now 2.5 inches lower since having kids. To make any sort of fitted garment look good I need a really strong supportive bra. Depending on supplier I'm a 28/30FF bra. My breasts weigh a ton & I now have decent-sized dents in my shoulders, which I hate. I get my bras properly fitted but I'm so fed up of the weight. I'm contemplating having an uplift but I'm not wildly chuffed about all the scarring. Money aside would you do it? My boobs don't point downwards, they're in pretty good shape, they've just slid down my chest! Wwyd?

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Mum2jenny · 10/04/2019 21:43

Wouldn't have unnecessary surgery due to the potential risks of infection, potential anaesthetic reaction, surgery complications and I'm not sure I'd be happy with the outcome.
Maybe I know too much about potential complications of surgical procedures!

TulipsTulipsTulips · 10/04/2019 21:45

Love them. They are part of your life story and part of you.

Palominoo · 10/04/2019 21:46

I would ask myself is this cosmetic/vanity that is upsetting me or is my life affected by them in that I get back or chest ache and it restricts me from activities or impacts on my daily life.

If the latter then I would carefully consider what my best options are and weigh up the risks of anaesthesia, complications and the aftermath including scarring etc.

I would also only have any op in the UK and not have it done on the cheap.

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Silkyanduna · 10/04/2019 21:54

I have had major surgery that was necessary and it altered my appearance and am not mega happy with the way I look. I always liked my boobs I am around the same size as you but 3 years of bf they are just not the same. I mean considering there are not bad but If I could get the back a little bit more to how they were I would as they were indeed of the parts of me I was confident in. I know I not going to be able to change the other aspects much (nerve damage) so this would make me feel more confident and happy within myself

Gekeos · 10/04/2019 22:08

Yes, I have recently had one after years of contemplating it's the best thing I have ever done. I was so worried in the run up and felt major guilt spending that much money on myself and having necessary surgery. But I am so pleased with the result the pain and money has all been worth it.

Hearhere · 10/04/2019 22:11

I think in the situation you describe I would certainly consider it, I would have concerns about the effects of anaesthetic, I don't know if 'Twilight anaesthesia' is an option for that kind of procedure?

TowandaForever · 10/04/2019 22:34

I have huge boobs.

I wouldn't have a reduction because of the reasons @Mum2jenny said.

I'm a single mum to dont feel I can have elective surgery. My children are Sen too.

SockQueen · 10/04/2019 22:35

Once I'm done having kids and breastfeeding, yes. I'd like to avoid implants though so would want a good discussion with the surgeon about what might be achievable just with rearranging what I've got.

Anaesthesia risk for this sort of thing is very low if otherwise fit and well.

GemmeFatale · 10/04/2019 22:39

In your shoes, if I had the money, I’d consider a reduction and lift combo. But it’s a very personal decision.

DramaAlpaca · 10/04/2019 22:41

I don't think I'd ever put myself through surgery that wasn't absolutely medically necessary.

Aria999 · 11/04/2019 03:35

@SockQueen

Same here, thinking about it anyway but definitely no implants

edgeofheaven · 11/04/2019 04:13

I kind of want one after having BF two babies but I've had a lot of surgeries and they are not fun to recover from. However a friend who had a really large bust had one years ago and she says it's the best thing she's ever done.

edgeofheaven · 11/04/2019 04:13

Oh - yes I would only consider a lift and/or reduction, not implants ever.

heartshapedknob · 11/04/2019 06:49

I would have a reduction in a heartbeat, and will once I’ve finished losing weight. I wish I’d had one in my early twenties because having enormous boobs has caused permanent damage to my shoulders.

AguerosAngel · 11/04/2019 07:24

I’d have an uplift definitely, I lost loads of weight after having DS 12 years ago and my boobs are down to my belly! I’d also have a tummy tuck as well to tighten all my loose skin up on my tummy.

bellinisurge · 11/04/2019 07:46

I'd spend the money on fab clothes.

Peachesandcream14 · 11/04/2019 07:56

I wouldn't take the unecessary risks of surgery for vanity. My breasts aren't the same after breastfeeding for two years, but the thought of leaving my DD motherless outweighs me not being that happy with their new appearance. But I have relatively small breasts, 28 DD, so I don't have the issue with the weight of them causing issues. I have a childless friend who is a 28GG and she looked into reduction surgery because they were hurting her back, but she decided against it once she saw the extent of the scarring she would be left with, the potential for lack of sensation and not having the option of breastfeeding if she has DC later. I'd spend the money on some counselling to build up my body confidence instead, society tells us we should always have pert breasts but it isn't a realistic expectation when your body has been through pregnancy and breastfeeding.

missmouse101 · 11/04/2019 08:02

I don't think so. My boobs don't need to conform to other people's vanity expectations. I would be very sad to lose all breast and nipple sensitivity too.

lovelylondonsky · 11/04/2019 08:06

No, and I am a similar size to you, 30G. I don't love them but they've done their job BFing and I couldn't risk surgery for vanity.

If the money were no object it would be spent on really good bras!

Frazzlerock · 11/04/2019 08:08

In a heartbeat.

I have always always hated mine. PCOS destroyed what they could have been. Saggy and 'tubular' since puberty. They let me down when I was desperate to feed my babies as I do not have enough breast tissue with milk glands - in fact they starved my babies until I was forced to use formula. I have nothing to be thankful for so they can bugger off and I'd like some nice new ones, how I always imagined they'd be.

But we can't afford it and DP would hate it if I changed them.

Silvercatowner · 11/04/2019 08:11

My boobs don't need to conform to other people's vanity expectations

This.

Mother87 · 11/04/2019 08:18

Had my lift/reduction after having 3 kids...Best thing I EVER did - restored shape/confidence/ability to wear so many more 'types' of clothes etc etc. Never looked back!

Surgery was also 'ok' /not very painful/good recovery. No nipple sensation for a couple of years - but that returned 100%

Mississippilessly · 11/04/2019 08:18

I would in a heartbeat. I hate my breasts post baby.

ForTheLoveOfDoughnuts · 11/04/2019 08:19

@SplinterSplit I had an uplift and implants 5 years ago. I'd lost a huge amount of weight (no kids, purely bad habits). My boobs were horrible. Best money I ever spent. Gave them a lovely shape and volume. The scaring is a given, though I don't think it was bad. My surgery left me with a loopy pop scare on each boob (around the nipple and a straight line down) not the anchor scare.

I'm currently pregnant with my first. Not sure how they will look after as I've got huge(er) was a 34F before pregnancy I'm now a big 34H.

Id happily have the surgery again, if I felt necessary in the future. It gave me such confidence and helped me love my body again.

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