10 Women Of Reddit Reveal How Breast Surgery Changed Their Lives
Breast augmentation is a major step, and it can change your life in meaningful ways. While this procedure might not be for everyone, there are plenty of happy women out there who absolutely love the results. Many of these women have shared their experiences on Reddit, often answering questions asked by others who are considering breast augmentation.
If you’re wondering how this procedure can change your life, consider these accounts from real women who have actually gone through with it:
Her Self-Esteem Has Never Been Better
One of the most common results of breast augmentation is a considerable boost in self-esteem. As this women recounts, breast implants totally changed the way she felt about herself, making her feel more confident:
“I got mine 4 years ago, after 10 years of hating my body. I was an AA cup, every bra I tried on was too large. Now my self-esteem is a million times higher, I feel like a different person. It was definitely worth it, and easily one of the best decisions I ever made.”
Her Only Regret Was Not Getting Bigger Implants
Many women find it challenging to choose the right size when considering breast implants. As one woman explains, she didn’t regret getting the surgery – but she did regret not getting a larger size:
“I was so flat and my doctor was pretty conservative so he went with what would “max me out” and I love it but I do often think about going bigger. Maybe with years of implants I’ll have some extra skin to fit bigger ones.”
She Got Implants To Fix Her Asymmetrical Breasts
One of the most common reasons for breast surgery is asymmetrical breasts. This woman was dealing with this issue, and she felt much less self-conscious after getting the surgery done:
“I don’t regret it for a minute. I didn’t go crazy big. I went up like 2 cup sizes, although with I suppose natural development I’m now a DD. It wasn’t even so much about being that much bigger, but I had 2 different size and shape breasts and it made me incredibly self-conscious.”
No One Can Tell That She Has Implants
Many women worry that their breasts will look and feel less realistic after augmentation surgery. However, many women can attest to the fact that implants can still be very realistic. This Redditor states that no one can even tell they’re not her natural breasts:
“I had surgery 19 years ago and still love the results. They look and feel real because men feel my true breast tissue because the implants are behind the muscle. It all surprises me when men don’t know, I have to tell them.”
She Has Zero Regrets
Many women also fear regret as a result of breast augmentation surgery. It’s important to note that many women have absolutely none of these feelings after the procedure – including this woman, who boasts of how natural her new breasts feel:
“NO REGRETS. BEST DECISION EVER. My boobs were too tiny to really grab and get a feel. Boyfriend says they feel real, and several of my female friends have gotten a grab and are always impressed about how natural they feel.”
Before She Was Insecure About Wearing A Bikini, Now She Can’t Wait For Summer
Many women who are insecure about their breasts feel a sense of apprehension when bikini season rolls around. Although that was previously the case with this woman, she now can’t wait for summer after breast augmentation.
“My best friend got one a few months ago. She is overall very happy with them. I can tell she is much more confident than she was before and she is itching to get into a bikini this summer, which was something she was a little insecure about before because she was so flat.”
After Having Babies, She Changed The Only Part Of Her Body She Wasn’t Happy With
As one woman proves, it’s never too late to get breast augmentation surgery. This Redditor waited until after she had children to augment her body and her self-esteem:
“I’ve had mine just over a year now. Mine are saline and I have no visible incisions because they went through my navel. I would do it all again. I’m done having/feeding babies and this was the last thing on my body I couldn’t change no matter how hard I worked.”
Breast Implants Helped Her Recover From A Mastectomy
Of all the reasons to get breast augmentation surgery, recovery from a mastectomy is probably one of the most justifiable. In the case of this woman, it helped her recover from her breast cancer struggle in more ways that one:
“I have fake boobs, but not for the typical reasons. I had a double mastectomy at 25 and then had reconstruction with 360cc silicone implants. They look incredible – honestly, better than my real ones did – and feel extremely realistic. They’re a bit bigger than the set I was born with but look very natural. Overall, I couldn’t be happier.”
Breast Implants Helped Her Deal With Poland Syndrome
Poland Syndrome is a condition that causes people to be born with underdeveloped muscles and features on one side of the body. Breast augmentation helped this woman deal with her condition, boosting her confidence considerably:
“I am 5′ 8″ 135 lbs and I grew up with Poland Syndrome, where the right side of my chest did not properly develop. I went in with a large tubular C cup on the left and an A cup on the right. Ultimately, I am happy I did it. I have found some wonderful confidence, and I finally feel like a woman. I am excited to see how they grow with me.”
Breast Reduction Surgery Lifted A Weight Off Her Shoulders – Literally
Of course, breast-related surgery doesn’t always need to involve implants. In the case of this woman, breast reduction improved her back issues, her self-esteem, and made her feel like a new woman:
“I had a breast reduction done in November of 2012. I was easily a size E which is not fun at all. Mine were all pure breast tissue. They were heavy and very very firm. I had terrible back problems. I had the surgery and the second I woke up I felt lighter and LITERALLY felt a weight off my shoulders.”
Remember, these procedures are life-changing. Although these accounts shed light on what you’ll actually experience, it always makes sense to do your own research and talk to healthcare professionals when considering breast surgery.