I believe honesty is the best policy. After all, perhaps if we all had the real "full picture" and answers to all the questions we've been pondering prior to getting breast implant surgery in the first place, maybe our original decision to proceed with it would differ. Maybe we could have prevented our decision to go ahead and alter our bodies by undergoing major surgery with breast augmentation and put our lives out of harm's way avoiding the risks and potential ripple effects that follow where our health is concerned.
Being honest and true about your body and sharing your personal experiences may open up the door to better communication and reveal who you are - both inside and out. Maybe it will make you a bit more relatable in the sense that despite all the images we see of 'perfected beauty' on social media, that in the end, surgical and cosmetic enhancements will never replace who we are on the inside. Natural beauty is what really counts. Natural beauty is the key. Clean beauty.
What do I tell my children?
What is right for one person may not be right for another. I personally chose to tell my children for 2 reasons:
I know my daughter will at some point in her life be exposed to the same social pressures and body image perceptions that I had - and I want her to know that no one is immune, no matter what age.
I wanted my sons to also be aware of the pressures that women have related to body image and beauty. I want my sons to grow up to be men who support the women around them in every aspect of their lives - and this includes body image and the perception of beauty.
The conversation with my children went better than I could ever have dreamed of. My children were naturally deeply concerned, and honesty opens up the doors for even more communication.
If we don't share our personal experiences with our children, who will?
Helping others
After sharing your insights with your family, friends, and colleagues, you may just find that in the process of revealing all your personal ups and downs, that you may have done your part in helping other women - even if it is only just one.
It is important to note that opening up the door to such intimate and personal conversations may leave you exposed to both positive and negative perspectives - so be prepared. And if the outcome of some of these conversations are not exactly what you expected, remember "this too shall pass".
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All posts are intended strictly for educational purposes. It is not intended to make any representations or warranties about the outcome of any procedure. It is not a substitute for a thorough in-person consultation with a medical professional. If you have questions about your personal medical situation, please call your healthcare provider.
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