Anyone Have a Breast Augmentation or Views on It?

I had this done in 1999 and am still happy with the outcome. Like everything in life, it is a choice. Some people judge you on it but do what makes you happy. Life is short.

Mandy, the best way to get self esteem I believe, is to focus on others. Focus on your beautiful 1 year old! Focus on your friends and husband.

I believe that the money spent on that would be better spent on someone else. Give it to someone who needs it. Worry about others, not how YOU look. And your self esteem will be a mile HIGH! That is my humble opinion, and I say it with the utmost respect.

Find some websites that show you what to expect after the surgery. My mom was showing me one recently and I had no idea of the massive scarring that occurs. personally, I don't think I could do it. It also looked odd to me to see the before and after profiles. One minute natural, the next perky. It looked like a different person. Also, I just spoke with the lady that does mammography and she said they can get good reads because they can't flatten out the breat for filming.

It's a personal choice, but I agree with the women who say to look for a non-surgical way first and to also look deeper within yourself to find out why you think you need bigger, perkier boobs.

I sat on the fence with the same dilemma as you (God's temple & wanting to feel better about my appearance) and decided to go ahead and have my augmentation. I have absolutely NO regrets and honestly don't know a woman that does. I love that I can wear almost any style of dress, shirt, or swimsuit AND I feel so much better looking at myself naked in the mirror!

Warm regards,

A.

I would wait until you are finished having children (if you are wanting to breastfeed). I am all for the surgery--I myself had it done when I was 23 and am now 29 (just had my first child this last december). I love how I look & how much better it makes me feel--however, I wasn't able to produce much milk b/c of it and I wish in hindsight I had waited until after I had children--but other than that I would say do what makes you feel best and don't pay attention to the harsh words some people have written about "you can spend that money elsewhere". Life is short, enjoy it. As long as it does not put you in a financial bind, if it really would make you feel better about yourself do it. just make sure you get a good doctor! Don't price shop--get recommendations from friends, acquaintances and interview the doctors.

Yes, the body is a temple. But in today's world everybody wants to look like Desperate Housewives beautiful with perky breasts and skinny flat fronts and back sides. When you have children your body does go through changes and when you lose baby weight your shape is altered. Yes 80 pounds is a lot to put on and to get 60 off is very good in a year's time. A good exercise routine could help with toning.

Is there something else going on in your life that you feel you are not appealing to your husband or are you afraid you will lose him because of how you now look? Are you comparing yourself to someone on the job who has not had a child? Have you completed your family? If you are done and that's what you want to spend $5,000 to $10,000 on, go ahead. As some have said, that's a vacation, a room to a house or a new sofa or two that the family could use or gas to get back and forth to work. Good luck on your decision.

I would definitely research non-medical ways to boost your breasts. There are exercises out there that help build up the muscle in that area. They even make bras now that boost you, they may be expensive but they will "put you out there".

I am a very large breasted woman (5E) and WOULD LOVE to be small. I never was even in childhood; went straight into a size B bra at age 11. I just do not see the logic in women wanting bigger boobs since I have them and they do nothing but get in the way these days. Yes, I have considered surgery but decided to lose weight and exercise first and foremost. You are right when you say your body is God's temple; therefore, pray about this diligently. HE only wants what is best for you. With all of the trouble these days with cosmetic surgery, I would stay away from it at all costs.

Praying with you,

J.

Mandy,

Hi. I just wanted to let you know that I too am a believer and know that my body is the Temple of Christ. I also beleive that you should feel good about how you look and what you see when you look in them mirror. I had surgery in 2000 and absolutely would do it again if given the chance to make the choice all over ! I was a small B and now am a small D. I feel so much better about my appearance and can wear clothes that I never would have been able to before. It does wonders fro you self esteem. I actaully researched fro a very long time (several years) before deciding on a doctor for the surgery. If you can make the trip to Oklahoma City, I have a doctor up there that is wonderful and this is all he does. His name is J Dan Metcalf. I understand his price has gone up since I had my sugery but back then I only paid $2800 for the entire thing, verses about $ 5000 around the DFW area. I have had no problems what so ever and am more than pleased with the results. Good luck with your decision. It is a personal choice and it's good taht you are seeking advice from others. Ultimately, your decision should be based on what YOU want and not what anyone else wants.....my husband was fine with me prior to surgery but he said it was up to me to decide. Good luck with your decision.

K. B

What a brave question! Obviously there is no right or wrong answer. It is just a personal choice. I too am pretty unhappy with my extra droopy breasts and it has crossed my mind to do something about it, but I don't think I would seriously consider it. Although I don't judge others for their choices, I really think surgery should remain as something only for medical reasons. If you were a friend of mine I would suggest you look first for other ways to boost your self-esteem and consider this only as as a very last resort. Are you working out regularly? That of course has a triple benefit of making you healthier, making you look better, and making you feel better! Try that for 6 months or so before you do anything drastic. That money you spend on surgery could be spend on a nice vacation with your family. Wouldn't that be better in the long run? I wish you much peace and happiness in your final decison. Good luck.

I would definitely wait until your family is complete.

I have a friend who was in the very same situation, where she was "flat as a board". She had the surgery last year after much thought and prayer. She loves the results and feels "like a women". She looks great in clothes!

My sister had the surgery probably about 10 years ago and has not regretted it as well. Me, personally, I am thinking about a tummy tuck. After 4 pregnancies and major stretch marks and stretched out skin, I need a miracle to get my tummy back where it needs to be.

I recommend to pray about it and do your research, meet with several doctors for a consultation and talk with your husband extensively. I would also recommend waiting until your family is complete. Good luck on your decision.

Mandy,

I dont remember you asking should I spend the money on this or give it to charity? Some people judge and then talk about God. Amazing. I think its a personal choice, I dont have that problem so I wont tell you not to do it. I do think its expensive between 5-12k or so I remember reading on this site a while back that someone paid 7k for a tummy tuck, and breast implants run you about 5 or so? I also think its because they used a great doctor which is important. I have never had cometic surgery but think that as long as it doesnt become addictive or someone's expectations are unrealistic it should be their right to choose. It is their body. I know that our body is the Temple, yes it is, but this doesnt meant you will be judged for having implants, give me a break. I think you should consider all options, what it costs (will this put a financial strain on the family?), recovery time, and how bad do you want it? If your husband loves you and thinks your beautiful then you should know that you are. In the end if you self esteem just needs a boost and you end up doing it for YOURSELF then more power to you.