2 Months after surgery

Hi again!
It has been two whole months since my surgery and my "girls" sure are looking great! The first month was rough because I could not work out, lift weights, do my gym routine. I have to admit, I was a little on edge and overly anxious to start hitting the gym again. But now that over a month has gone by I am doing the same things that I was doing before surgery. I am running, cycling, weight lifting, pilates, yoga, etc. I have noticed it is slightly harder to do some workouts, like the core-ab ones. And running is slightly harder because there is more to bounce. My solution to that is 2-3 sports bras. They compress the girls so they stay in place. My scars are healing very nicely. I apply scar scream on them 3 times a day. My doctor says they will clean up within a few months to where I won't even notice them. I am extremely happy with my new look. Not only do I feel more feminine and womanly, my man is pretty wowed by them too.

Loving my new "goods"

Hi again,
You know I really must say I am quite amazed at how good my surgeon did. (Everyone else agrees too!) I am more than satisfied with the results-and it's only been ten days. I am feeling little pain (on a scale of 1-10 my pain is a 2). In fact they seem to hurt only when I bend over or right when I wake up in the morning. I have switched my pain pills to ibuprofen, can continue doing minor things around the house, like cleaning, laundry, etc. I can even comfortably throw the ball for my dog. I would say the worst part about recovery is the surgical bra. And every woman who has had this done knows exactly what I am talking about. It seems like it wouldn't be that bad, just like a sports bra, right? Not exactly. That thing flat out sucks. It's uncomfortable, itchy, and tends to get hot in temperature. Its a huge relief to take it off for a little while and massage "the goods." Its recommended to wear the darn thing for 4 weeks. Sigh.

I just went to my surgeon for a check up the other day and supposedly I was wearing it wrong. The velcro strap is supposed to go above the nipples-I didn't know, the nurse forgot to tell me. But, no big deal.

Yesterday I went to Victoria's Secret and it was the best shopping experience of my life. I got fitted — I am now a 36C. Huge difference coming from a 34A! Bra shopping was awesome because I actually filled them out for the first time in my life. So, yes, I spent way too much money, but I couldn't help myself. It was just too much fun and too hard to decide so I got everything I wanted. (Hey after being in the surgical bra I felt I deserved it.)

Anyway, I still have some swelling, Dr. Pousti says they will fall a little bit (with gravity, aging, etc) as they set high right now. Either way I know I made a great choice and am so pleased with my new goods!

YES! Surgery is over!

Hi again! We'll it's been almost two weeks since I last wrote. I got my surgery on Sept 30 early in the morning. The night before surgery I could not sleep, needless to say I stayed up all night extremely anxious and excited. The day before surgery I read over and over what I should do prior to surgery — it's important not to eat or drink ANYTHING after midnight the night before surgery. I had all my meds lined up and found it's good to keep a schedule (because there are 4 medications-anti-infection, pain reliever, muscle relaxer, anti-nausea).

When time came for surgery I checked into Alvarado Hospital, got hooked up to an IV, had a talk with my surgeon, and said a prayer with my significant other. Dr. Pousti went over everything and he marked my chest. Lets just say those were his blueprints, ha ha. The nurses and staff were really friendly and helpful. When the anesthesiologist came in she explained I would feel relaxed instantly. Last thing I remember was laying on a bed, she came in, did her magic, and I was out like a light. I woke up about two hours later, the surgery only took an hour, and felt distorted, a little confused. For a moment I forgot where I was and what I was doing. I looked down and saw bandages and felt a lot of pressure on my chest. Ohhh yeah, I thought, I have boobs now!!! Wow!! I was happy, so happy I wanted to see them so bad. The thought that there they were, a part of me now, was an amazing feeling. A nurse came in and asked if I was in pain I said yes, a little, she gave me a pain pill. My boyfriend picked me up, I was actually fine to walk and not be wheeled out. My doc gave me flowers, I was in La La land, happy, in a little pain, but everything was great. The first few days were fuzzy — I was kind of out of it, in my own world.

The second day was honestly the most painful and worst. I was in a lot more pain than before and it seemed the meds didn't work. I was super swollen and felt more pressure. That day passed, as days do and every day after got better. Thank goodness for pain meds! Right now I am a week out from surgery and I am able to walk my dog, do light cleaning, cooking, laundry (but not too heavy lifting) and many normal activities. I went in for my checkup today and everything looks great-no infection.

The first time I looked at them I can't even describe how ecstatic I was! I had something that I've always dreamed of, always wanted, I had to pinch myself. I am more than happy with the results. I ended up getting 375 cc's in the left and 400 cc's in the right, perfectly proportioned for my body. They are healing better each day. My confidence has amazing increased and my attitude is nothing but positive. It sounds somewhat vain, but when you look good and feel good about yourself everything seems better. I thank Dr. Tom Pousti and would definately recommend him — he is amazing at what he does, he really cares for his patients, and it shows.

One week before surgery

Here's my story...So, why do I want breast implants? Well, I started wanting them when I was young, around the time most girls start to develop them and I never did. As the athletic middle child I was never blessed with what my two sisters and my mother were blessed with. I remember as a child I used to pray for breasts, and when I finally got my period at the late age of 16, I was still flat as a board. I stuffed my bra, then and still do now, I was overly obsessed with having them.

It seemed as if every one of my friends had them, every woman I was surrounded with had them except me. When it came to dating in high school, I wouldn't date any guys from my own school, for fear they would tell everyone. I dated guys from different schools and would never let them touch or even get a glimpse at them. I was so insecure and felt awkwardly inadequate.

Now, I am 24 years old, I developed a little bit, (finally!) I am a bigger A cup. I have been really busy the past few years, traveling around the world, working as a model for a number of companies, fashion designers, sporting events, fashion events, and doing countless photo shoots. Doing the kind of modeling I do, breast implants weren't necessary, they want natural in the industry. But now as I am wrapping up my modeling career I want to do what I have always wanted to do: and that's to have the bigger breasts I have always wanted!

My surgery is exactly one week away, it will be next Tuesday, Sept 30. I chose Dr. Tom Pousti, in San Diego, CA. I am getting the new, advanced silicone implants, and want to go a full C. I am somewhat nervous, anxious, but very much excited. I have everything I need to prepare for it — my meds, a comfy bed (have to sleep upright for the first four nights), lots of movies, and people to take care of me and give me company. Lets just say this is what I have been waiting for as young as I can remember... and yes, I have high expectations so I hope and pray they will satisfy my desires.