How to restore an iPhone- not from latest backup?

Hi all,
I backed up my iPhone (5) before updating to iOS 8 today.
After updating, iTunes automatically created another backup.
When i tried to restore from the previous backup (the one that was made before the update), it wasn't listed on itunes anymore.
I tried accessing the backup folder through MobileSync > Backup, but there is only 1 Info.plist file for few backups.
Now I have 2 different backups to choose from on iTunes- 1 from a coupe of months ago, and 2nd one from today, after the update.
How can i restore the phone to the backup that was made right before the update??
Thank you

Hello olip0101,
From the following article:
iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes
Restore from a backup
If you have a new iOS device, or if you need to restore your device to resolve an issue, follow these steps:
Connect your iOS device to the computer that has your backup.
Make sure this computer has the latest version of iTunes.
Choose File > Devices > Restore from Back up.
If you're using iTunes 10.7 or earlier, right-click the device from the list and choose Restore from Backup.
Regards,
Jeff D.

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