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NBR: Breast reduction. Have you had one?

jilly159jilly159 member
in June 2015 Moms
This is something I've wanted for a long long time. I remember when I was pregnant with DD, one of the reasons I was so excited to breastfeed was because I had many friends who said nursing made them lose a cup size. Lo and behold mine got even larger. They're so heavy, and my back and shoulders hurt all the time. And let me tell you.. They're not cute. Real boobs and implants are two totally different worlds. If we decide this baby is going to be our last, then a reduction is at the top of my (want) to do list. I was wondering if anyone has had a reduction and would mind telling a little about their story and/or answer a few questions?

Did your insurance cover any of it?

I've been told the doctors decide what cup size is best suited for you based on weight/height-- were you able to go smaller?

What was your recovery time?

If you had a reduction before you had kids, were you able to breastfeed?

I'm pretty much hoping someone can relate and give me any info other then what I've read and researched.. I know no one here is a doctor, just looking for real stories from people who actually had this done. Any other info would be greatly appreciated!
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Re: NBR: Breast reduction. Have you had one?

  • iheartpancakeiheartpancake member
    I can answer one of your questions! I had a friend who had a breast reduction before I knew her. She's a very petite girl and had double d's that went down to a b cup. It apparently was a pretty drastic surgery. She is now in month seven of breast feeding her baby! So it must be possible:)
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  • tcodonertcodoner member
    I had a reduction when I was 17 (I'm 29 now), as this is my first child it remains to be seen if I'll be able to breastfeed.

    Insurance did cover mine 100% but I was told that was because of my age at the time, it was considered medically necessary since I had exhausted all other options for relieving my back pain (it was so bad I needed help standing if I sat for too long).

    My plastic surgeon discussed what size I was looking for and gave me his opinions on what would look right for my body type. I trusted his judgement and have never been disappointed.

    I was very young, but I was able to cheer and stunt in my pep rally 6 weeks after my reduction.

    All in all, after I'm done having children (hubbs and I are thinking 2 is our number as of now) if I need another one I will not hesitate to have one, even knowing I'll have to pay out of pocket most likely. It was the best decision I had ever made to that point.
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  • jilly159jilly159 member
    Thank you ladies! I really appreciate your responses. Both stories sound very familiar, especially the back pain part. The only way I can describe it is that it feels like there's a fire in my spine. I'm really hoping I can eventually qualify and one day get some relief!
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  • txrunnergaltxrunnergal member

    Luker butting in.

    I had one in 2007. It was the best decision I have made. I did have a few complications with swelling but overall it was an ok process. My mom stayed with me, I was single at the time. She took care of me and helped me do things I needed to do.

     

    I was back at work after 2 weeks. The first week was rough but each day it got better.

     

    I went from an I cup to a D. I wanted to go smaller but I am glad I didn't. I was in shock for a while after I had it done. The size difference was huge. I lost 5 pounds of tissue.

     

    This is my first baby so I am not sure if I can breastfeed or not. It really all depends on if the surgeon left the milk ducts in tact or if they were severed.

     

    My biggest suggestion is to do your research and feel very comfortable with the surgeon.


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  • dkleiddkleid member
    Had one last September... Best decision I have ever made.  I dont know if I am going to be able to breast feed, but i wouldnt change anything even if I cant.  I am very happy with my decision.


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    EDD 06/07/2015


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  • jilly159jilly159 member
    edited February 2015
    @txrunnergal‌ thank you for sharing, I really appreciate it!

    @dkleid‌ I sent you a pm :)

    ETA: ..I'm on mobile so I'm not sure how to check my inbox.. Just realized this -_-
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  • Nichole62915Nichole62915 member
    I had a beast reduction a few years ago. I was a 36 H. When I found a good doctor they didn't take insurance it was paid for out of pocket. Most surgeons don't take insurance because there are so many hoops you must jump through! I told the doc I wanted to be a C cup he was willing to do so but it would involve skin grafts. He said a D would be best for my size. I was very happy with this and very happy after. It has been 6 years and I have put a few pounds on and unfortunately my cup size had gone up to an F.
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  • fancymomfancymom member
    I had a reduction about 7 years ago when I thought we were having our last. In answer to your questions:
    1. My insurance covered everything but $3,000 as that was for minimizing on the sides, which was considered cosmetic.
    2. I was not able to go smaller as I was told I could possibly lose sensitivity in my nipples if they went smaller.
    3. Recovery was barely a week.
    4. I had my baby first so I cannot answer the breastfeeding question. I should say he was at least a year or so older.
    5. It was one of the best decisions as I had intense back and neck pain.

    Best of luck.
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