Hey everyone everyday is a Win..in the baratric world we know everyday we have to either get fluids in, eat enough protein etc, ...what is your win for today? My Win is being consistent on my bariatric journey and movement, I have made it a goal to move almost daily!

Edited August 5, 20242 yr by Mspretty86

17 hours ago, AmberFL said:

@ShoppGirl so I was unsure if I should start trying! My boobs having fully gotten soft, I think they are fully dropped though? From what I measured I am a 34DD? but this was a while ago. I am 11 weeks post op do you think I should try now or wait another month or so?

I would wait until you are sure but maybe do the research and know where you want to go or what you want to order so you can start trying them on asap. You will definitely be able to find one you just may have to pay more than you are used to if you are particular on pattern and cut. I had a real hard time when the options were so limited. When I gained weight I said that was one plus was the cups fit in the larger sizes so swimsuits worked. Ironically because I didn’t want to wear them then ?. Anyways, if you do a search for 34DD and 34DDD swim (just in case) you will see that they are certainly available just not in every brand and style and not always so cheap. Some will come up and when you click on it they are actually sized S, M, L and don’t let them fool you they will not work for you anymore unless its a tie back in which case a too large band won’t be an issue.

I just think you deserve the absolute cutest suit (or suits ?) that you feel like a million bucks in so just don’t put it off until too close to summer and be upset that they are a little harder to find. The one thing you do have going for you is that you shouldn’t need much support so you can wear more styles than I could. That will increase your options some. If you go in person just plan a day you won’t be rushed or a couple shorter trips, Im sure it will actually be fun so long as your not rushed. ?️??️

Edited March 11, 20251 yr by ShoppGirl

@ShoppGirl My belly is still rough lol so High waisted will be for me, But I would love something that is very booby hahha! then another suit that is appropriate for when I am with family lol I am still wearing post op bras, I am looking forward to wearing real bras because what I can wear is limited.

Thank you for saying that! I have to remind myself that I worked hard and I deserve this! ❤️

Hey @AmberFL could you please explain what was the movement guidelines after surgery. Can you do a light walk or is it no movement after breast augment ? in June when I get mine done I'm going to go crazy as hell with no movement. how long does it take for your breast to settle like do they stay up a lot and then go down and when do you move to your cute bras? Lol thanks

Edited March 11, 20251 yr by Mspretty86

@Mspretty86 I'm certain I am a rare case, I got a lift, large implant and internal bra- everywhere I read was rest for 7days, then light walking afterwards, weights after 6 weeks. I was unable to ANYTHING working out or getting my heart elevated for 7 weeks! His explanation was that he didn't want my elevated heart rate to cause swelling in the capsule that he made for the implant then the implant settle in my armpit because my swelling stretched out the internal capsule. I spent A LOT of money for these girls and he kept telling me not to mess up my investment. LOL After 7 weeks I got the okay to start walking, and lower body. I go back on Friday the 14th and I am hoping he releases me to do upper body so I can get back into the full swing of things.

I am 11 weeks, and they are settled pretty well, but they have very minimal bounce LOL! When I do work out I wear two sports bras just to keep them in place, because I have big implants. I want to keep them perky as long as possible. I can push them together in bralettes and lingerie for sexy time. They stay up and look so effing good ha!

I am still in a post op bra, really hoping on Friday he tells me I can start wearing regular bras at least for events for a couple of hours or so.

49 minutes ago, AmberFL said:

@Mspretty86 I'm certain I am a rare case, I got a lift, large implant and internal bra- everywhere I read was rest for 7days, then light walking afterwards, weights after 6 weeks. I was unable to ANYTHING working out or getting my heart elevated for 7 weeks! His explanation was that he didn't want my elevated heart rate to cause swelling in the capsule that he made for the implant then the implant settle in my armpit because my swelling stretched out the internal capsule. I spent A LOT of money for these girls and he kept telling me not to mess up my investment. LOL After 7 weeks I got the okay to start walking, and lower body. I go back on Friday the 14th and I am hoping he releases me to do upper body so I can get back into the full swing of things.

I am 11 weeks, and they are settled pretty well, but they have very minimal bounce LOL! When I do work out I wear two sports bras just to keep them in place, because I have big implants. I want to keep them perky as long as possible. I can push them together in bralettes and lingerie for sexy time. They stay up and look so effing good ha!

I am still in a post op bra, really hoping on Friday he tells me I can start wearing regular bras at least for events for a couple of hours or so.

Thanks nice!! well I'm sure the Hubs loves them and glad you are healing well. I hope you are enjoying them. I guess I have to look at it like we have our entire life to work out! Well my girls will be small 240 to 260 CC which is like a full C cup. I have a natural stripper body and It will fit well hahahaha. I'm so looking forward to this lift and augment! I'm really looking forward to bathing suits. I always wanted those bathing suits that drifted far down in the front. I never had any titties to fill them out. Hahaha

Edited March 11, 20251 yr by Mspretty86

39 minutes ago, Mspretty86 said:

Thanks nice!! well I'm sure the Hubs loves them and glad you are healing well. I hope you are enjoying them. I guess I have to look at it like we have our entire life to work out! Well my girls will be small 240 to 260 CC which is like a full C cup. I have a natural stripper body and It will fit well hahahaha. I'm so looking forward to this lift and augment! I'm really looking forward to bathing suits. I always wanted those bathing suits that drifted far down in the front. I never had any titties to fill them out. Hahaha

oh yes girl that will be hott ? I am just tall and broad so mine are 495cc which is a DD/DDD. Not crazy out there I don't think. Looks like they fit me, at least that is what I have been told. however summer betta watch out the girls will be freeeeee hahaha

Sharing this win...I have spent all of my life in an obese body OK obesity is something that's deeply embedded in my DNA (genetic, systemic, chronic, multifaceted). I have spent quite a while in a 3 XL and 4 XL US sizes. My mother was able to purchase me a sleep wear set from Marshalls in a size Large. I have not seen a f**king large in forever! Drops the mic and walks away. This journey is hard as hell, but every day is worth it.

Hi all I am just over 4 weeks post op and today I got up and went for a walk!! This is huge for me as I have not gone for a walk in around 6 years! I suffer from depression and i live in my bedroom most days. But… I am starting to slowly come out of there and actually do stuff in other parts of my house! I know it may seem small but it is a massive win for me! Have a great day!

@Judes76 wow awesome! So happy to have you here. I hope that this journey is a smooth one for you. There is a lot of people on this forum with a lot of experience I am so glad that you were able to move. I understand depression very much. Your Movement is a major win ?

Edited March 24, 20251 yr by Mspretty86

8 hours ago, Judes76 said:

Hi all I am just over 4 weeks post op and today I got up and went for a walk!! This is huge for me as I have not gone for a walk in around 6 years! I suffer from depression and i live in my bedroom most days. But… I am starting to slowly come out of there and actually do stuff in other parts of my house! I know it may seem small but it is a massive win for me! Have a great day!

@Judes76 this is on no way a small feat. I have Bipolar Depression and it took over a decade find the right meds just to get me into intensive therapy (IOP Program) and then bariatric surgery to really get my life back. The IOP program got me out of the house. It started with just one day I went to a crochet group that meets at the library. I had been locked inside my house for so many years I developed tremendous social anxiety and it’s was possibly the scariest thing I have ever done. It took me weeks to work up to it but I did it and it went well. The ladies weren’t caddy or judging me for anything. They were only there to talk about crochet and excited for me that I was learning. I have been at that group meeting every week since aside from being sick or something. I have added other craft groups as well to my agenda and now since surgery I also do group fitness classes at my community center. It’s is amazing to be out of the house and at these fitness groups. Sometimes the women will exchange text numbers if you want too so you can let them know as little or as much as you want but you can tell them you won’t be there if you want. In the past I wouldn’t want to exchange numbers with anyone because I was thinking ahead of the times when I would fall off the face of the Earth and I didn’t want to disappoint them but my therapist taught me that sometimes being accountable to others is enough to pull through a milder depression and it has worked for me. I didn’t share with them anything about my mental health in the beginning, but after about a year, I started slipping small hints and eventually told a couple of them about my mental health. They all know about my surgery and they are some of my biggest cheerleaders. That’s another thing I learned through therapy is that for me trying to do big things like that on my own and keeping the secret just doesn’t work. Everyone’s different but I strongly encourage you to get involved in something at your local library and look into fitness programs at the community center or the library if you want to continue having positive experiences outside of the house. The ones at my community center are very reasonable and we don’t have any at the library but we used to so you might and they should be free Congratulations on your HUGE steps so far and keep it going!! The endorphins from activity are amazing and my depression has lessened tremendously because of this. Also, consider an in person support group if you team has one and keep posting here. The good and the bad (if that comes up). Don’t be embarrassed as all of us have been there if you have an off week. Better to get it out in the open and figure a way to get back on track than to feel bad about it and let it spin out of control. There are so many people here eager to help. You’ve got this!! ?

How do I find my post to see everyone’s replies? Sorry first time user and 56 years old well they are my excuses anyway ???

22 hours ago, Judes76 said:

How do I find my post to see everyone’s replies? Sorry first time user and 56 years old well they are my excuses anyway ???

Your original post is just a little above this one and the responses are below it. Just scroll up.

My win is getting back in the gym and back on track! I have been cleared to do lower body, biceps and triceps. I have been prioritizing cardio which is great but now that I am back in the gym I feel so much better! I cant wait to hit back and shoulders but all in due time. I have been tracking and making sure I am staying in my calorie deficit. I started to interment fast, not a crazy one just 12:12, but its helping the food noise and helping me be more structured.

@AmberFL love this for you! Major WIN. Thanks for getting on the fasting train with me. I've been fasting the past 10 months now and it has changed me in a lot of ways. I tell people my favorite part of my day is my fasted part of my day and they look at me crazy. Yes I agree with you. It cuts down that food noise by a ton but I guess I'm still in a honeymoon phase because I have minimal food noise hallelujah? almost a year out thank goodness I'm gonna hate when that returns. Keep winning chic!

@Mspretty86 oh that is great! My food noise came back around a month ago, basically when I halted the exercise and got my P.S. I felt really outta control, but now Im back at it, I always meal prepped but my snacking was outta control so now I do 3 whole food clean meals. 1 snack and dessert like protein ice cream. Making sure I stay in my calorie deficit but eating enough to get them gains in the gym lol