First and foremost, thank-you for all the positive words, prayers, check-ins.. I felt the good vibes all day long. It helped calm my nerves before surgery and was nice to read all the comments after taking a very long nap yesterday.
Read MoreSurgery Day
Today is the day. I am explanting my 16 year old breast implants in 2 hours.
Read MoreConversations with a 12 year old about Breast Implant Illness
We decided to tell the kids before vacation about my upcoming surgery. I wanted them to hear it from me rather than overhearing adults talking about it.
Read MoreImperfections Are True Beauty
I’ve been sharing my story about having a breast implant explant soon and I’ve been flooded with messages.
Messages from other concerned women deciding if an explant is for them. Messages from women who have explanted and are thrilled with the results. And messages from women concerned I won’t be happy.
Body Image
Although I was in my twenties when I actually got breast implants, I wasI 18 years old when I made the decision to do so. I hated my small chest, was an athlete all through college with a physically fit physique and my extremely flat chest made me feel less feminine and attractive. I had several friends who got breast implants in their early college years, and honestly that was an incredibly popular thing then. If you didn’t like your breast size- get new ones. Seemed simple and easy.
Read MoreBlack Box Warning
I was 18 years old when I decided to get breast implants, but waited until my mid-twenties to go through with it. I don’t know that anyone could have changed my stubborn 20 something mind if they tried. I have learned a few things since then, which leads me to this second elective surgery to have the toxic bags removed.
Read MoreYou Are Beautiful As You Are
I know many women that have questioned their decision about getting breast implants. I am one of those women too, and in hope of helping others see a different perspective of this very personal decision or take a look at the deeply rooted issue tied to body image, I am sharing my experience with breast implants and my explant journey as it happens.
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