Girl Talk ... Boobs after weight loss

timpani9
timpani9 Posts: 20
in Health and Weight Loss
So i have lost ~50 lbs and my boobs look bad. like flat pancakes. just like skin. yuck!

anyone have implants or a breast lift after weight loss?
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  • cbhubbybubble
    cbhubbybubble Posts: 465 Member
    I went from a DD to a C cup with about a 65lb loss. I have no desire for implants seeing as how I hated having DD to start with, but given my age and the effects of gravity over time combined with recent weightloss, I'm thinking about a lift. Will be interested to hear if others did it.
  • LeanneGoingThin
    LeanneGoingThin Posts: 215 Member
    Here's one of my inspirations who has had surgery for her breasts:

    http://imgonnamakeachange.tumblr.com/tagged/surgery

    I personally went from an F to a mere C cup. I also have some loose skin but it's not as bad as one would expect. It becomes rather apparent when leaning forward, like on all fours. I might contemplate a lift sometime.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    timpani9 wrote: »
    So i have lost ~50 lbs and my boobs look bad. like flat pancakes. just like skin. yuck!

    anyone have implants or a breast lift after weight loss?

    Yuck?!
  • tsikkz
    tsikkz Posts: 404 Member
    Mine were flat pancakes too but they filled out again once I got my period back and my hormones went back to normal.
  • Megan101792
    Megan101792 Posts: 3,194 Member
    I was originally at 38 F, 40 DDD. Now I am a 36 DDD, 36 E after an 80 pound weight loss, with 60 more to go. If you feel like you need them, get them, but remember a bra can fix anything.
  • timpani9
    timpani9 Posts: 20
    I have gone from a 38C to a 32DDD. But my boobs are just skin. I really feel self conscious and I can't wear bikini tops. I'm 26 and I feel like I need to fix this. I know it may seem silly but it is really upsetting to me.
  • Kalikel
    Kalikel Posts: 9,603 Member
    I thought they'd sagged before I started losing.

    Now, they're just depressing. But everything is. I have too much extra skin and flab. It's gross.

    I think we have to come to terms with it or have it fixed by surgeons. I'm not big on unnecessary surgery, but I'm kind of hating this skin, so I don't know which way I'm going to go.
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
    Mine are pretty droopy, but they were never big to begin with (currently at a B and I still want to lose another 20lbs). However, I don't think I'd ever consider implants because I like bench pressing (this would require implants on top of the muscle which looks more "fake" in my opinion), I'm cheap, and I'm worried about loss of sensation. I'd rather have droopy boobs that are fun to play with than bigger ones that look good but do nothing for me...
  • Annabear3
    Annabear3 Posts: 92 Member
    Losing some boobs really gave me an identity crisis of sorts. I lost boob before belly and I felt out of proportion. I went from a 44 DD to a 40 DD. My husband thought that ment they were the same size, but they aren't. Those 4 inches around mean I also lost 4 inches of boob. After nursing 3 babies and now losing 58 lbs, they are more interested in looking at my feet than looking forward and they're not as full. I can really see it when I compare old bras to new ones. The cups are drastically different. I call my new bras my baby bras. I'm very curious where I'll be at the end of my journey as I have at least 50 lbs to go.
  • SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage
    SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage Posts: 2,668 Member
    Sigh. Yes, I can relate. I joke with my husband that if I maintain for 2+ years I will get them fixed but I don't know if I will actually do it.
  • azwen
    azwen Posts: 237 Member
    Even before losing weight, I'd thought about having a lift someday. But really, I doubt I will. I'll just wear good bras. My biggest problem right now is finding bras; I need a 34DD, which seems hard to find.
  • KANGOOJUMPS
    KANGOOJUMPS Posts: 6,474 Member
    the more weight you lose,, the more boobs you lose, get a boob job or appreciate wearing those sexy small tops.
  • rosebette
    rosebette Posts: 1,660 Member
    You can also do some strength training for chest. It doesn't change the breast tissue, but makes the supporting muscles underneath firmer, so you might have more "uplift." Also, get professionally fitted for new bras. I just did that and found out that the bra I was wearing was too big in the band, so I dropped down a number, and my new bras fit much better and give more support.
  • fitfabforties
    fitfabforties Posts: 370 Member
    I went from 38C to 34B....they look bloody awful.....and don't even get me started on what they look like when I bend over....like icing bags!!!....thank goodness for push up bras.....I can't afford surgery so that's out....I hate them and I don't like anyone seeing them.....
  • MegE_N
    MegE_N Posts: 245 Member
    I'll likely end up getting a lift after we have all our kids. But mine were always super heavy and the weight loss has just compounded upon that.
  • McCluskey1128
    McCluskey1128 Posts: 88 Member
    auddii wrote: »
    Mine are pretty droopy, but they were never big to begin with (currently at a B and I still want to lose another 20lbs). However, I don't think I'd ever consider implants because I like bench pressing (this would require implants on top of the muscle which looks more "fake" in my opinion), I'm cheap, and I'm worried about loss of sensation. I'd rather have droopy boobs that are fun to play with than bigger ones that look good but do nothing for me...

    Mine are under the muscle and doesn't effect (affect? I can never get that right) my bench press are all. Dips are funny cause the muscle makes them squish to the side really hard, but I laugh. I also didn't lose sensation. That varies woman to woman, but it does happen. I can see how that would be a deterrent for some. But, I love them and would rather have no sensation with them than the mess they were before. That's just my personal opinion. It's a very personal decision and takes a lot of thought and careful research (and money, to boot!). As women, we should all be proud of our bodies and everything they've been through. But a little nip and tuck never really hurts (figuratively, speaking. It hurts quite literally).
  • SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage
    SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage Posts: 2,668 Member
    fitfabforties wrote: »
    ...and don't even get me started on what they look like when I bend over....like icing bags!!!.....
    like socks with quarters in the end is how I describe 'em
    I feel sorry for any men who venture into this thread :wink:
  • pjb58
    pjb58 Posts: 100 Member
    I can relate, also. DD to B cup. But I am 56 been married and had several children so I am just thankful for the weight loss.
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
    McCluskey1128 wrote: »
    auddii wrote: »
    Mine are pretty droopy, but they were never big to begin with (currently at a B and I still want to lose another 20lbs). However, I don't think I'd ever consider implants because I like bench pressing (this would require implants on top of the muscle which looks more "fake" in my opinion), I'm cheap, and I'm worried about loss of sensation. I'd rather have droopy boobs that are fun to play with than bigger ones that look good but do nothing for me...

    Mine are under the muscle and doesn't effect (affect? I can never get that right) my bench press are all. Dips are funny cause the muscle makes them squish to the side really hard, but I laugh. I also didn't lose sensation. That varies woman to woman, but it does happen. I can see how that would be a deterrent for some. But, I love them and would rather have no sensation with them than the mess they were before. That's just my personal opinion. It's a very personal decision and takes a lot of thought and careful research (and money, to boot!). As women, we should all be proud of our bodies and everything they've been through. But a little nip and tuck never really hurts (figuratively, speaking. It hurts quite literally).

    Hm, I'd read that doctors recommend against bench pressing after under muscle implants because it increases the risk of rupture.
  • mem50
    mem50 Posts: 1,384 Member
    Same problem here. Went from a 42 H to a 36 D. Pancake city. If all the loose skin was not there I might be about a C. Thank goodness for well made bras! If I ever can save up the money I would like to get it removed and just have a lift done.
  • InsanityForMe
    InsanityForMe Posts: 73 Member
    fitfabforties wrote: »
    I went from 38C to 34B....they look bloody awful.....and don't even get me started on what they look like when I bend over....like icing bags!!!....thank goodness for push up bras.....I can't afford surgery so that's out....I hate them and I don't like anyone seeing them.....

    I hear you! Same story as you.. I was always a B cup but at least a full one.. Now they are just skin hanging there.. But I like the rest of me better! :-)
  • wibutterflymagic
    wibutterflymagic Posts: 788 Member
    Yeah, I've been feeling like I've got saggy skin too and I'm only down about 25lbs at this point. Glad I'm not imagining it.
  • ChantalGG
    ChantalGG Posts: 2,404 Member
    Boobs are a big part of my weight loss struggle. When i am at my goal weight my boobs are embarrassing for me, I was 215lb 10 years ago, and since then i have had a roller coaster of a time keeping my weight steady. My lowest weight is 125lb and my skin doesnt like that weight, 135lb is good for my my boobs are still there and my skin is not hanging.
    Do i want full boobs but have cellulite and larger thighs or slim and fit body with limp boobs that even a push up bra cant help? I hate that it bothers me so much. I just wish i could move my fat from my legs to my boobs and all would be great in my world.
  • ithrowconfetti
    ithrowconfetti Posts: 451 Member
    Went from 34B, to 30AA. So I can totally empathise. :( But on the flipside, I am no longer overweight, so there you go. You can't choose where you lose weight from, but I'd pick not being overweight over going back to my old boob size, all things considered.
  • dashaclaire
    dashaclaire Posts: 127 Member
    azwen wrote: »
    Even before losing weight, I'd thought about having a lift someday. But really, I doubt I will. I'll just wear good bras. My biggest problem right now is finding bras; I need a 34DD, which seems hard to find.

    Nordstrom has all the sizes! They are $59-$85 a bra though:( I'm a 34 G so I get you. I read on some reddit thread about bras/ big boobs reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits
    that there is a Nordstrom Rack somewhere in AZ that they send all the clearance bras to and they are like $.99
  • JenAndSome
    JenAndSome Posts: 1,893 Member
    I have had/breastfed three kids. There are more important things in life. Besides:

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  • SkepticalOwl
    SkepticalOwl Posts: 223 Member
    JenAndSome wrote: »
    I have had/breastfed three kids. There are more important things in life. Besides:

    1wz0eezwj625.jpg

    Unfortunately, I lost my *kitten* as well :\
  • timpani9
    timpani9 Posts: 20
    Thanks for all the input guys!
    i know its stupid... but i am single now and the thought of having sex with my floppy tits makes me cringe :(
  • JenAndSome
    JenAndSome Posts: 1,893 Member
    timpani9 wrote: »
    Thanks for all the input guys!
    i know its stupid... but i am single now and the thought of having sex with my floppy tits makes me cringe :(

    You can always leave your bra on. Frankly, if you are already in the moment I seriously hope you aren't focusing on your negative body issues and I doubt the other person would care near as much as you think.

  • stealthq
    stealthq Posts: 4,298 Member
    SkepticalOwl wrote: »
    JenAndSome wrote: »
    I have had/breastfed three kids. There are more important things in life. Besides:

    1wz0eezwj625.jpg

    Unfortunately, I lost my *kitten* as well :\

    Yes, but that you can rebuild. Look up Strong Curves.

    Am I the only one hearing the theme song from The 6 Million Dollar Man?

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