update

Hi, I haven't been on much lately as I was getting a bit down about my boobs. Think I got a bit of boob greed as my swelling went and my boobs felt small, then coming on here and seeing everyone's avi's with bigger boobs/cleavage just made me feel down. 

I didn't take any pics of my breasts since 6 weeks, I'm now 11.5 weeks and I've taken some to add to my pic trail.  I can see a lovely difference but one still needs to catch up with the other. 
I've told myself I have to remember that I was completely flat before and I have a lovely size now,  I wouldn't want to be bigger as I wanted to look natural and for people to not know - unless I told them. 
I got a pushup bra from the sale in new look,  that should be my new avi and in pic trail.  
If anyone wants to have a look pm me or details are the same if you still have them. :-) xx

Twinkleroo they look great! Never compare others to your own x I know it's easier said then done but like you said it was better then what you had before and I'm of the same opinion going from nothing to something is sooo much better :) xx they look very proportioned and a lovely shape x

There lovely in your avi, and exactly what I want...to not notice in clothes unless I tell people.
I find myself getting boob greed coming on forums like this sometimes.
 Think u have to take a step back sometimes and remember your own personal journey, not just 'let's get massive boobies woo yeh' lol!

Oh Twinkleroo I totally get where you are coming from! I'm totally the same...I will have a read on here but it has been getting me down too how unhappy I feel with my result compared to everyone else's!

I can't offer any words of wisdom, or say it'll get any better, but I will say you're not alone with these feelings and thoughts, so don't feel too bad xx

Thank you all, glad it's not just me.  I think going shopping for new clothes hasn't helped - I'm even more fussy now! 
I also didn't expect to find bikini shopping so hard! I need a bra style one but finding one I like in the shops is not happening! Lol

You avi is fab twinkleroo. They look a perfect size for you. Would you mind if I have a look at your pics please? My BA is on 7th May xx

They look lovely hun. It's a tricky time now, you've got this new shape and you're not quite sure how to dress it, which bras suite best to give you which look. It's all trial and error, not every bra will suit every girl. If you can, try and get to a bravissimo, they'll help you to find the right shape and style for you. Then you can take it from there.

Bikinis are the same, I've found the halter style suits me best. If you can affor to, just buy loads of different styles from surfdome.com, try them on in the comfort of your own room, and send back the rest, their returns are great. 

There's still a lot of changes to come, lots of softening too. It's too early to judge. But I think they look fab :)

I've pmd you going4it.  

Thanks Charlii, no local bravissimo unless I have a 1.5hr journey. Got a boux avenue close to me, are they any good?

I'll look at surf dome,  going to centre parcs in may so need one soon!

Twinklleroo I think they look amazing! If mine turn out like yours I would be very pleased :-) I'm feeling very similar to you at the mo. Think I've got caught up on here seeing everyone's amazing big boobs and questioning the size of my own new additions and wishing I had gone bigger. Have to keep reminding myself why I did this in the first place and what my old boobs looked like!! Old boobie greed is a killer! 

But I what you to know yours look beautiful to me! They aren't small at all! Gorge bra too xxz

Thank you Blush. When did you have your ba?

I'm the same, don't think you are alone. Mine are nice, and a dd, but....... Oh I don't know, I just want that bit more! Xx

My experience with Boux was great, I had my first fitting there at the Westfields one. They put me in a 32DD. Almost 2yrs later when I finally got my @ss to Bravissimo they had me in a 32E, so post fluffing they must have been right! I'll go back there soon and get fitted again, its always good to get it done every 6m apparently. 

Bravissimo is worth the trip. My closest one is Reading, so thats 40mins at least by car. I'm guessing your nearest is Cardiff? Maybe when you're further along, 6-12m, may a day of it and go shopping for lots of lovely bras.

Yes Cardiff is my closest, a child free day trip to Cardiff would be great, love shopping there!

Your avi is great! I couldn't agree with twinky more, it's so easy to get carried away making comparisons but we must remember our own personal goals and reasons for why we entered into it! I see big boobs and I'm envious, but probsbly more envious that I'm not brave enough to go out there and get big big ones! Mine are plentiful but still 'small' in relative terms. But perfect for 'me' and amazing compared to before! x

[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] your avi looks amazing! Agree with everyone regarding the comparison bit. It seems so easy to start thinking "maybe a little bit bigger, maybe a bit bigger again" and forget what you actually wanted in the first place x

I've got bravissmo tomorrow but totally recommend surfdome for bikinis as there are loads! Free returns if you order lots of sizes it's free delivery also!! Am getting measured tomorrow then ordering loads of diff bikinis and trying at home!!

Aaw [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] I think we have all felt the same at some points in our recovery. I couldn't be happier with size, but my right ones still sitting quite high and tight, and I can feel all the implant and see it too at the top, whereas my left is lovely!! So soft and natural. I mean, Righty is getting there, changes are happening, just a lot slower than my lefty. Hopefully it will catch up soon. Im just thankful for what I have now and that ive healed well.
Try looking back at yr befores.....works every time lol x

Your new avi looks Fab!  
I found for me in the 1st year post op there was always something I was worrying about with my boobs.
Shape initially thought they looked so fake looking & took what seemed like for ever to settle with right boob always playing catch up with my left.
It was only after the 1st year had passed & now well into the 2nd year post op that I find myself catching glimpses of my boobs and thinking they look good & appreciating them , free from scrutinising & focusing on all the things I didn't like.
I am now 99% happy with my boobs being a perfectionist that's good for me!      
If you ever have doubts about size just remind yourself that it's all boobs you've got  in your bras & bikinis, not stuffed with padding or chicken fillets!
In the past I have bought some lovely swim wear from very so maybe with a look there too.
With mix n match swimwear where some of the bikini tops are expensive you can save a little cash buying cheaper bottoms not necessarily the ones that that go with the top ( I've done this in the past where they have only had larger sized bottoms left)
Like Charli has said it's a case of find styles that suit , I find bandeau type bikinis look best for me.
XXX

Becky59 wrote:I've got bravissmo tomorrow but totally recommend surfdome for bikinis as there are loads! Free returns if you order lots of sizes it's free delivery also!! Am getting measured tomorrow then ordering loads of diff bikinis and trying at home!!

I had a look at surf dome,  the prices scare me! Lol if I can't find any in the high street shops then ill try them. :-)

[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote:Try looking back at yr befores.....works every time lol x

Yes it does, because I'd deleted them off my phone I'd forgotten about my pic trail.  Looked the other day and was like " Yeh ok I have gone from nothing to much bigger! " :-) x

mirren001 wrote:Your new avi looks Fab!  
I found for me in the 1st year post op there was always something I was worrying about with my boobs.
Shape initially thought they looked so fake looking & took what seemed like for ever to settle with right boob always playing catch up with my left.
It was only after the 1st year had passed & now well into the 2nd year post op that I find myself catching glimpses of my boobs and thinking they look good & appreciating them , free from scrutinising & focusing on all the things I didn't like.
I am now 99% happy with my boobs being a perfectionist that's good for me!      
If you ever have doubts about size just remind yourself that it's all boobs you've got  in your bras & bikinis, not stuffed with padding or chicken fillets!
In the past I have bought some lovely swim wear from very so maybe with a look there too.
With mix n match swimwear where some of the bikini tops are expensive you can save a little cash buying cheaper bottoms not necessarily the ones that that go with the top ( I've done this in the past where they have only had larger sized bottoms left)
Like Charli has said it's a case of find styles that suit , I find bandeau type bikinis look best for me.
XXX

Thank you x 
I hadn't thought of that with the swimwear, could get a expensive top from surfdome & cheaper bottoms elsewhere. :-) 
X

Ooh @mirren, buying off very is a great idea....[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] if u get an account you can get stuff delivered to your local shop free of charge, order a few different things, and send back what u don't want. They don't charge you til the next month :) I do it all the time lol I ordered 3 pairs of trainers last month. They all came next day too :) x

Great, thanks ill take a look there too.  H&m have some lovely bikinis but they are not cup sized.

Ahh hun, there is a selection of fabulous boobs on here and sure everyone has had moments like this.
I have days where I wish I had the "omph" of rounds. But I wanted what I did and got want I wanted.

Yours look fab and I bet everyone who knows you've had them done thinks so too.

[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] if my look anything like yours after my BA il be more than happy! They look lovely, and i remember seeing your picture trail thinking i want your size!! Xx