Hi all.

I had a breast reduction about 2 months ago.  I am the mother of two girls who were breast fed, and prior to my pregnancies I lost almost 100 pounds.  My breasts were a EE34, and I wear a size 3.  I have to say, I was worried about how I would feel about myself after getting a reduction, afterall I have had large breasts my whole life and wasn't sure about how I would adapt.  Well, I ahve to tell you, I am now a C34, and I couldn't be happier withthe results.  It isn't so much that they're smaller that makes me happy, but they are closer to my body and so they don't pull on my sholders or fall in my way when I try to do things.  It's nice to be able to buy shirts that fit properly, and bras that are not exponentially more expensive because I require a specialty size. 

The recovery was relatively painless and quick, and I have had a huge increase in self confidence - especially in the bedroom.  They weren't this nice and perky when I was 15.... ;)

I would recommend it to anyone struggling with the physical difficulties associated with large, pendulous breasts!

Hi! i would go for the breast reduction.  I did it at the age of 18. I dont regret doing it. I was a 42 E when i had it done. I also lost a lot of weight and i felt so good. 

I have been approved by my insurace company to hav a breat reduction but, I'm scared to death. should I be???/ I'm scared of all the side affects.

Kristylee maybe on line you could put in custom bras in your area.I live in Atlant and we have a couple of very great places to get a custom bra. Somaybe check that out.Good luck I know how hard it is.

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Sheilah

I unfortunately did not see this show. I totally empathize and WISH I was those of you saying you were a 34DDD because I am (based on measurement under my breast and at the largest part) 34 inch band size and 42 inch around the largest part which depending on where you look that is 34G or GG. TRY finding that bra! The worst part is I am a maid of honour and for the life of me can't find a store that will even custom make a strapless bra that size. I am not obese and can lose weight but like MANY other women I have been this way since I had breasts and I am sure they have grown a tiny bit but I am 5'7 and 170lbs so not terribly obese...have a belly but not near my ribcage :)

ANYONE with suggestions of where to find bras I would be eternally grateful! I have no idea where to go the internet has been little help! I live in Ontario and am willing to go pretty much anywhere within 3 hours if need be! Thank you in advance!!

I agree with many comments below...we are not all obese and they need to consider where a LOT of women gain weight and many of us are pear shaped not apple...so 40DDD and bras like that are not always helpful to someone like me or the women below!

If men want us to have nice perky stretchless breasts then create a bra for us that prevents the breakdown of elasticity!!! Am I right or am I right!!??!!

As a 28 year old in a 38 G, my dream would be to have a brest reduction. I have weighed my brests and as far as my scale says they are 15 lbs each! So that is a lot of weight to carry! I started to grow in the second grade, I was a B than. I would follow advice and get a skilled doctor to do it but some day I will do it!

I would be willing to do the surgury no matter the risk because I can live with scars and smaller breasts, I can't live with head, neck, back and every other pain that comes with them!

Good luck!

R~

My name is Dorothy. I was on the show for breast reduction advice and surgery. I have come to report that I have gone from 201 lbs to 193 lbs. I also got married Feb. 14th. I can't wait to get back on the show and have my surgery. I am going to be going from an L to a C. I can't wait. Next to my wedding it's something I'm so excited about that I lose sleep over. But it's a good thing. I have been reading some of the posts and it really puts my mind at ease with the decison I have made. Scaring and how it will look afterward are all weighting heavy on my mind. But anyone I have every talked to about this has had nothing but rave reviews to spout about. Anyway if you want to chat, leave me a message and I'll get back to you. Thank You for all the support.

I had it done 9 yrs ago at age of 26 and it's honestly, the BEST thing I've ever done!!!  I had a problem getting insurance to pay , but after several attempts thru 3 or so companies, I finally found one that would pay...no questions asked.  All I needed was for my "primary" physician" to write a letter to insurance company and I have to say that I'm very fortunate to have such a wonderful doctor....I'm a patient and not just a number to him.  Honestly, it was more of a psychological thing with me.....5' 1", size 2 with double D's.  I was very insecure with how I looked and my Dr was sooooo supportive and believes that a persons psychological health is just as important as being physically healthy. 

I do have scars, but they are going away gradually.....I truly believe the key is keeping the breast moisturized before surgery.  I used alot of cocoa butter before and after and I'm very pleased with the outcome and so are some of the other ladies I have met in the past that had the same surgery.

I say "do it"!!!  Good luck!

Pqqk I know what you mean I have all the headaches and sore shoulders and yes have to sleep on side and stomach.But I have heard alot of women get reduction and have ended up with 2 different sizes.If I end up doing it I will get  references for sure and know who is doing the surgery.Not that something could not go wrong.

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Sheilah

OK, just thought I would put my 2 cents in here...

I HAVE HAD A BREAST REDUCTION!!! And it was the BEST thing I have ever done in my life!!!!!

I was the kid in 3 grade with a B cup, and by the time I graduated I had 36 DD.  After 2 children they had grown to a 40 I.  Yes that is right a I.  Special made Bras..  I had headaches everyday of my life, the shoulder were trashed because of the straps digging valleys in them. And yes, I do have a slight hump behind my neck from it starting to curve from the weight. 

But before you go and do this, PLEASE make sure you know all the complications---  Due to the strech marks, I ended up having a problem with the skin adhereing to itself on the bottom of the breasts.  I ended up with the stiches blowing, had to have adheasing removed 3 times (dead skin inside the breast, was dying from the inside out). And eventually had to have a revision done.  One of my boobs is a B cup the other is a C cup. And the scares are NOT PRETTY!!   And yes, even after all that I would do it again.   Why you ask?

BECAUSE I CAN BREATHE!!!   you can't imagine the weight you are carring around.  They took off a total of 11.8 lbs from my breasts, and when I woke up, I took the first deep breathe without pain in years.  Before I couldn't sleep on my back, because of the weight they crushed down on my chest.  

Don't get me wrong, the hubby misses them deeply. But he know how much better my life is now.  And the shoulder pain, neck pain, and headaches were gone instantly..

So if you decide to have it done, great.  Just make sure it is for you, not some other reason.