Nervous - breast augmentation is Thursday!

[arohio]

Hi ladies,

I have hardly ever posted here - just reading and learning from all of you. But wow, I am getting nervous. My breast augmentation is this Thursday. I am filled with all kinds of emotions.

Mostly, I feel guilty, selfish, etc. I have young kids, I feel like it's wrong to put myself first. I know in my mind that it's healthy to put ourselves first every once in a while, but in my heart... I feel like I am a bad mom.

Then there's my hubby. He says "I support you. It's your decision, it's your body". But that is about it. No high-fiving, or "good for you"! I can tell he is irritated. He said he is dreading this week - he is nervous about the anethesia, he is nervous about the $, he is just plain nervous. He had to sit down during the birth of our 3 kids because he was so freaked out by seeing me in pain!

Whatever, I am doing it, I deserve it, all of this I know. I just am nervous. I am nervous about taking a risk (medically), albeit a small one, with my kids depending on me. But good God, that is why I am doing it - they took my boobs from DD to AA and back many times with my nursing. Now I have just flabs of skin hanging off my chest! Yikes!

Thanks for listening - I have NO ONE I can discuss this with - I am telling no one by my hubby and PS!

I'll let you know how it goes!

[missyleebunny]

Mine is in a few, too, same emotions!! I'm actally less nervous than I've been in previos weeks I guess because I've come to terms. Just can't wait till it's over and I'm on my way to beautiful bod. Be happy because in the end I'm sure everything will be fine and you'll be happy about your results.

[candycane86]

hey hun, it is so normal to feel all of those emotions, I don't have kids but have read similar things from other mothers on here (the feelings of guilt). Also I didn't really have anyone who was super excited for me either, people who don't know anything about it can't really understand the process. But I have gotten most of my support from this website and it's been invaluable. Don't worry you are going to be just fine, it will be over before you know it and then you can relax and enjoy your new boobs :-) keep me updated with how you go!

[Fifi McKenzie]

I felt the same emotions you're feeling. I had my breast augmentation last Thursday. Those feelings you're having go away about the same time your anesthesia wears off. I woke up and thought, "ok,this was worth it."
good luck!

[Amy_J]

I understand the emotions you are feeling.

[Phoebe2009]

Originally Posted by arohio

Hi ladies,

I have hardly ever posted here - just reading and learning from all of you. But wow, I am getting nervous. My breast augmentation is this Thursday. I am filled with all kinds of emotions.

Mostly, I feel guilty, selfish, etc. I have young kids, I feel like it's wrong to put myself first. I know in my mind that it's healthy to put ourselves first every once in a while, but in my heart... I feel like I am a bad mom.

Then there's my hubby. He says "I support you. It's your decision, it's your body". But that is about it. No high-fiving, or "good for you"! I can tell he is irritated. He said he is dreading this week - he is nervous about the anethesia, he is nervous about the $, he is just plain nervous. He had to sit down during the birth of our 3 kids because he was so freaked out by seeing me in pain!

Whatever, I am doing it, I deserve it, all of this I know. I just am nervous. I am nervous about taking a risk (medically), albeit a small one, with my kids depending on me. But good God, that is why I am doing it - they took my boobs from DD to AA and back many times with my nursing. Now I have just flabs of skin hanging off my chest! Yikes!

Thanks for listening - I have NO ONE I can discuss this with - I am telling no one by my hubby and PS!

I'll let you know how it goes!

Hey girl, i totally understand what you are going through! I was the same way up until last night. One minute i was sure i was doing the right thing, the next minute i was ready to jump ship! But, i had my surgery this morning, and it was a total breeze! And the pain is nothing compared to what i thought it would be, i've had such worse pain just from dental work! Good Luck with your breast augmentation! It's totally normal what you're feeling, and in a few days your going to be back here telling other girlies how easy it was!

[redheadthespian]

i am having my surgery on thursday, too!!

i just want to tell you good luck, and try not to be nervous. just relax and enjoy your journey...you deserve it!

keep me posted on how things go...i'd lke to hear how you're doing throughout your recovery!

hugs!!

[scarletsails55]

Originally Posted by arohio

Hi ladies,

I have hardly ever posted here - just reading and learning from all of you. But wow, I am getting nervous. My breast augmentation is this Thursday. I am filled with all kinds of emotions.

Mostly, I feel guilty, selfish, etc. I have young kids, I feel like it's wrong to put myself first. I know in my mind that it's healthy to put ourselves first every once in a while, but in my heart... I feel like I am a bad mom.

Then there's my hubby. He says "I support you. It's your decision, it's your body". But that is about it. No high-fiving, or "good for you"! I can tell he is irritated. He said he is dreading this week - he is nervous about the anethesia, he is nervous about the $, he is just plain nervous. He had to sit down during the birth of our 3 kids because he was so freaked out by seeing me in pain!

Whatever, I am doing it, I deserve it, all of this I know. I just am nervous. I am nervous about taking a risk (medically), albeit a small one, with my kids depending on me. But good God, that is why I am doing it - they took my boobs from DD to AA and back many times with my nursing. Now I have just flabs of skin hanging off my chest! Yikes!

Thanks for listening - I have NO ONE I can discuss this with - I am telling no one by my hubby and PS!

I'll let you know how it goes!

Dear arohio,
There is no reason to feel guilty ans selfish. First of all you are a WOMAN! You are doing it for yourself and you will feel more confident and you will be happy to have your new girl! When you are happy, everybody will be happy in your family! You deserve it! Everything will be wonderful! Good luck! Hugs!

[wishfull yogini]

Don't ever apologize or make yourself feel guilty for taking action to feel better about yourself! Feeling good about yourself is the base from which all else comes. Claim it!
I hope things go smoothly for you. It's totally normal to be all over the map emotionally right before your surgery. Keep us posted on your progress.

[arohio]

Thank you - all of you - for such nice, inspiring messages. You women are wonderful! I will be thinking of you all tomorrow during the breast augmentation and will post back afterwards.