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So I wasn't sure whether to write this post or not if I'm honest....but when I started blogging I did so as an outlet for me and also as a window for others to peek through into my life, for anyone who may be interested that is ?! So I suppose it is inevitable that I find myself writing the first part of what I’m lovingly referring to as my 'Boob Job Blog’!
Now straight away that sounds odd for me to say and type, but you see, it’s just that I’m actually just about to have a boob job! To be clear, it’s not implants as you may suspect and goodness knows they have been all over the news this week. Also I absolutely understand all the issues women with small boobs have and totally sympathise with how they feel. But no for me, I’m at the other extreme, I have 'big' boobs, well for my frame I do and that brings its own issues too.
You see I'm just under 5ft (I'm gutted, I was measured today) and I weigh in at 9st and a few lbs (that is, stark naked, first thing in the morning !) and my boobs are a cup size F ! So I think that it’s fair to say that whilst they are glorious, pendulous, attention grabbing and make fabulous pillows for the girls (and Mr Poshbird) to rest their weary heads on; they are also back achingly heavy and bloody hard work to lug around.
I also love to run and I've been known to run half marathons, 10ks and the odd 2.2 mile around my village. However this isn't easy for me and also apparently can’t be done without causing extreme toe curling embarrassment for Miss C, whose 16yr old lad mates, often remark that they've seen me out jogging! All this, coupled with the fact that 6 months ago a Dr friend of mine kindly pointed out to me that my spine was curving and that the shoulder and neck pain that I've had for many years was probably due to my wondrous 'bangers' , well I decided to seek the advice of my local GP. If I'm totally honest I didn't have any expectations about receiving a breast reduction on the NHS, after all it's not life threatening, or particularly that serious, although to me it would be life changing in many ways and hopefully reduce my back, neck and shoulder pain....oh and of course having small boobs will enable me to run even faster!
It’s funny, but I've always been self conscious of the size of my boobs and have spent years trying to choose clothes that hide them, wearing minimiser bras and the like, but all they do is squash your boobs under your armpits, which is not the most attractive of looks ! And while I know my boobs are the envy of many a less well endowed lady, I've now kind of worn tired of them; and I mean both physically and emotionally tired ! They've served me well I guess, they helped me snare Mr Poshbird and I've breastfed my two daughters successfully with them but now these monstrosities simply have to go! I want the perky, pert, bouncy boobs I was meant to have and I want them NOW!
So after my initial assessment, my GP referred me to see a specialist and to my utter amazement the consultant at the local hospital said I fitted all the criteria. Right weight, non smoker and I have been treated for back related problems, oh and of course I do have gigantic boobs, so operation ‘breast reduction’ was a goer!
Anyway, all this all took place back in September last year and we joked in the Poshbird household that I'd have my new boobs for Christmas and also my 40th Birthday...well looks they'll be a little late, but hey who in reality wants an operation to interfere with the Christmas drinking and partying scene anyway!
So here I am, about to embark on a life changing and scary set of events. To some they may seem trivial but to me it’s so important. This morning was 'pre op' day and having been busy the last month I hadn't really thought too much about the up and coming procedure. Needless to say the pre op wasn't quite what I had expected and I’ll share that with you in my next post. But in spite of this I tend to see the humour in most situations, I find it helps to lighten ones life's experiences!
To Be Continued....
Ooh good luck with it all! I've always had fairly big bangers but not quite to your proportions! Always hated them as their weight made them look really saggy, and now Im breastfeeding they look horrific!I wish I could blame them for my backache but that's down to bad posture. one day I want mine done, no not implants either, just back where they should be! I'll be following your story, I wish you all the best for your op. x
ReplyDeleteHi :) thanks for reading and commenting it means so much. I hope my blogging about this helps you get an idea of what this all entails ?! I totally get where you're coming from and understand the breastfeeding issue. My boobs have never recovered from their two stints at it, still I wouldn't have fed my girls any other way. I shall keep you posted...the second part is already written but didn't want to overload readers all in one go ! xx
ReplyDeleteHope it all goes well! I also have a pretty hefty set (niiiccccee terminology). Mine reached a 32G when I fed the girls, so I can empathise. At a respectable D cup I am fond of them, though I have been known to cry when I see friends in little stringy vest tops in the summer. Also, wouldn't it be nice to wear a bikini that doesn't look like industrial strapping? My mum also had a boob reduction about thirty years ago - I'd imagine they were unheard of back then - and she said it transformed her life. No more back pain and running was a breeze. (She didn't go small small though...make sure you keep something for Mr P!!). Fingers crossed you recover from the op asap and get on with enjoying the new set! ;))
ReplyDeleteI totally sympathise. My boobs are 34f and I am 5ft. This does make my running 'interesting' and altho I have been fortunate not ro get back pain I would ideally like smaller boobs. Good luck to you! I look forward to reading the next post. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteAmanda, wow your Mum must have been brave cause I reckon she would have been in the minority back in the day. So glad it worked out positively for her and that gives me even more encouragement :) Ah yes stappy tops......oops sorry just wandered off there on a spaghetti strap daydream ;)Thanks for reading :) x
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah ooh you are so my target audience for these posts ! I think of my blogging about this as my therapy for taking my mind off what I'm actually a bit scared of ! Eeek !
ReplyDeleteI really hope you find the next installments helpful and fun ? ! it will be fun I promise !
Thanks so much for reading x
A friend had hers reduced a few years ago and has never looked back - her health is better and her confidence is vastly improved. I'm tall (almost a foot taller than you) but when feeding was a 36J - I'm back to a 36G/GG now and in a skinny phase was a 30J. Having a taller frame does help but I do so sympathise and as much as surgery is a daunting prospect, I suspect the changes that it will make to your life will be worth every bit of it xx
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the op! Look forward to reading how it all goes :-)
ReplyDeleteI think it's easy to think of a boob reduction as trivial but when you really think about it, something that will change your life can never be described as trivial. Wishing you lots of luck for a hassle-free reduction and speedy recovery x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much cheetahsinmyshoes ( ace name btw ) I really appreciate all the kind,caring and postive comments :) Seems I am not alone in this world with my 'bangers' ! xx
ReplyDeleteHilary thank you so much for reading :) I shall keep you informed and with luck make you smile too :) xx
ReplyDeleteThe Last Slayer :) big thank you for reading and your best wishes , I'm scared but all you gorgeous bloggers are helping me to feel better xx
ReplyDeleteBest wishes with your reduction surgery. I have two friends who are considering the same operation. They are in their late thirties, and have just had enough. They too are starting to get a curved spine.
ReplyDeleteI hope it all goes well and you will feel so much more comfortable when you run :-))
Hello Lady Daa Doo , loving your name ! Thank you so much for your comment. Fingers crossed it goes well and you can pass on my positive experience to your friends :) x
ReplyDeleteSome patients tend to be nervous as they undergo the process of checkup and pre-ops. It is perfectly normal to have preoperative fears. To lessen your worries, discuss every detail with your doctor and plastic surgeon. It is important that you and your surgeon have a mutual understanding of what’s going to happen. Let him explain the procedure, and ask questions about what you will do after the operation. It is also important that you disclose your medical history and the medication that you’ve been taking (if there are any) so he will know what medication he will give you.
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