I recently had a breast reduction and I am struggling mentally to come to terms with it. I've always had big breasts and wanted a reduction for so long. Now I've done it and I'm not sure if I regret it.
Is it just a mental thing while my body adjusts and trying to find my identity again? Has anyone had a breast reduction and hated it?
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I’m waiting for a breast reduction. I’ve watched enough plastic surgery shows to know that there can be an adjustment period emotionally after the surgery.
It probably wouldn’t hurt to talk to someone about it though.
The initial change is huge. The scars are massive so its shock of wtf has happened. But the scars heal, the boobs fall and fill, you can start to wear cute little bras, and its light amd easy and everything youve wanted and then you'll most likely love them. I hope.
Having huge breasts myself and dreaming of the day my weight is stable enough for a reduction, I can also imagine it being an incredibly strange feeling. If you're anything like me your identity/personality is kinda tied to your boobs, we've been together a long time! I make self deprecating jokes about them etc. Depending on how recently they were done there's probably still quite strong scarring and stuff, adjusting to that would take time.
I really, really hope you grow to love it and thank yourself for it. Maybe think of some things you've never been able to wear due to large breasts and treat yourself with them?
Big hugs x