When is it reasonable to consider a boob job?

I don't think you need to worry the reasons or where the acceptable line is. It's up to you. My ex wanted to get it done after our third and last was born. Breastfeeding had so annihilated her breasts that she just want to have some form back. I didn't care myself. I loved her to death. But, it meant a lot to her and I realized she saw it as part of her self image as a woman, and a mother. So I was happy to support her in the decision and stay at her side during the recovery.

It's a very personal choice. And there is no wrong answer. Do what will make you feel best about yourself. My only advice would be to go the premium path. Don't go for the most affordable option. It will yield a bad outcome. We opted for the more expensive, under the muscle implants. It healed up looking completely natural.

You do what's in your heart. Ignore the detractors.

Your body. Your choice.

I have lost over 170 pounds. When I started this journey, I was a 46H. Oddly enough, I'm still an H cup but now am having considerable back and neck pain because basically I don't have the stomach to hold them up any more! Also odd - I consulted with a plastic surgeon, and don't have the volume to qualify for insurance to cover a reduction (although the length - NICE - is a qualifying factor for me). So what I need now would be considered a "lift" and is not covered by insurance. Of course, this was one doctor's opinion and I plan to get several more before making a decision. For me its a matter of comfort (the hanging is literally causing daily back and neck pain). I probably wouldn't consider it if it weren't for that reason. Having said that, I'll repeat again - your body, your choice. Some of the folks responding to you are being very judgemental in the name of Jesus - Lord have mercy. I mean, really?!? My brand of Christianity says - God is love and loves us all. And yes, we are created in the image of a perfect and loving God. But I don't think God stops loving us if we make a decision to alter our body to make ourselves more comfortable - whether that be physically or emotionally.

Bright Blessings on your journey. :flowerforyou:

when is it reasonable to consider a boob job?
*there is no answer for this. you as a person have to sit down and weigh your options, does it mean that much to you? do you think it would make you happier as a person? are you willing to live with that change?

how much does it cost?
*there are two girls who live in the town im from, whom both got breast implants for right around 2k. although I think it can depend on place to place, so I would assume anywhere from 2,000-10,000. (I would like to add that both girls look great, they didnt go overly big, mel got a small b and jessica got c's. but both sizes fit each girl. mel is a small/slender girl.)

I personally dont have anything negative to say about it. If its something you wish to do, go for it. Just weigh your options and make sure to read all the facts before you do it and dont pick a place simply on price but the quality (you do not want tara reid's hack job)

Your body. Your choice.

I have lost over 170 pounds. When I started this journey, I was a 46H. Oddly enough, I'm still an H cup but now am having considerable back and neck pain because basically I don't have the stomach to hold them up any more! Also odd - I consulted with a plastic surgeon, and don't have the volume to qualify for insurance to cover a reduction (although the length - NICE - is a qualifying factor for me). So what I need now would be considered a "lift" and is not covered by insurance. Of course, this was one doctor's opinion and I plan to get several more before making a decision. For me its a matter of comfort (the hanging is literally causing daily back and neck pain). I probably wouldn't consider it if it weren't for that reason. Having said that, I'll repeat again - your body, your choice. Some of the folks responding to you are being very judgemental in the name of Jesus - Lord have mercy. I mean, really?!? My brand of Christianity says - God is love and loves us all. And yes, we are created in the image of a perfect and loving God. But I don't think God stops loving us if we make a decision to alter our body to make ourselves more comfortable - whether that be physically or emotionally.

Bright Blessings on your journey. :flowerforyou:

Your answer was quite helpful. Just to clarify, I am not worried about being condemned to hell. I don't think body alteration is a sin necessarily- it's the motives behind it. And no I am not considering it to be more sexy or because I think I am ugly. As someone mentioned earlier, it's to enhance what I have, to make life more comfortable as a woman. At any rate I can't afford it or justify spending that much money on them when people around the world are going hungry- I have seen it first hand. I was just curious about the various views, and liked to day dream about it for a minute. You have all been very helpful. Amazing how broad the spectrum of views is. I appreciate all your input! (Also I'd like you to know I am not taking personally what anyone has said on here and was not planning on making a decision based off that. I am a strong person- and like to make decisions fully informed. Part of making a good decision is getting feedback from those who have done it. ) Once again thank you all!

You're probably one of the most down to earth people I've seen post a topic on here... >.> *sending friend request!*

Not going to read the sanctimonious bull**** replies that are typical to this type of thread.

What you need to worry about is what you want and how you feel about this. You should also become familiar with what the complications/follow-up requirements for cosmetic surgery like this are. IIRC it is common to need follow-up operations after breast augmentation. Go through a cost-benefit analysis in your mind. In the end, it's your decision alone that matters in this.

I'm not one to judge at all. But, if you can first watch a boob job being done on video and still be ok considering it, then it's worth thinking about it a little more. But, like with any cosmetic surgery, there are risks. Make sure you know them, you research the doctor, and you are aware of any short and long term effects.

My opinion:

I think unless there is some medical reason to do it (like with a breast reduction where breasts are causing back pain) I would avoid it. Disliking your breasts smells of body hatred perpretrated by media and the people around you to me, but I don't know you at all so these are of course only assumptions!

Change comes from the inside out. If you lack confidence at this size, you will lack it at a bigger size. The problem with finding our value and worth in our appearance is that our appearance fluctuates. Then so does our sense of confidence and worth. Not a good situation to be in!

Plenty of men love small, neat boobs. You can wear things that I can't wear, and vice versa. Of course it is your choice, but if you believe you are created by God and He makes things well like you said, then I say learn to love your body and treat it well. Not fill it with poison and plastic!

Sorry if I sound preachy

Everyone has their own ideas and opinions about plastic surgery. Personally, I don't see myself getting anything done unless I became disfigured from my original appearance or unless I need a reduction if the girls are hurting my back.

However, what is right for me may not be right for you. If it will make you happy, and you think you can recover quickly, then just do it. It's so common these days, and the only difference between plastic surgery and wearing makeup is that one requires a knife and a doctor and the other does not. Changing your appearance is not "wrong" but plastic surgery just requires more effort and risk than say, dyeing your hair.

I have the same problem. When I was thin I was barely and A cup...Barely! Now I am a C and whenever I start losing weight those are the first things to go. My family is against it even though I have always thought about it. Then I start weighing the options. I am only 24yrs old so I would have to get then redone later in life definitely and if I do get them done when I am old the rest of me will be saggy and those still up at attention. Also one of my moms friends mom had them done and as she aged they hardened and caused her alot of pain. I know that usually doesnt happen but it could and I dont think I would like to deal with it. Lastly a padded bra usually works just as well and you can never tell when you are cold lol!!!! So for me personally I think I will just stick with what I have. Especially since I actively participate in sports still so littleler is better for me... But in the end its a personal choice!

Although I am a Christian, I color my hair, wear make-up, paint my nails and work-out all for vanity. I know that doesn't equate the more extreme and permanent nature of breast aug surgery. I had my first aug done to make me go from one breast being a B cup and the other a C cup, to both being DDs. I did tons of research, loved my surgeon who did everything I asked and they turned out great and the surgery was very smooth. However, they were HUGE. a few years later, I had a lift and the implants replaced with smaller ones, so now I'm a small D cup and very happy.

LIke you, I was very self concious growing up and got teased about being freckly and boyish looking. Not anymore!

There are drawbacks, as others have mentioned: they are for a lifetime. Mine have a 10 year warranty that is about to expire. All of mine was paid out-of-pocket, as insurance doesn't cover my vanity. That said, I'm very happy with what I have now...and even though I had to correct my first set of implants, I felt it was a very good (though expensive) learning lesson.

I say, do tons of research, find a very qualified surgeon, take photos of what you like and what you don't like about implants and be very open about it with your doctor. I would also caution....go smaller first. You can always go bigger later, but you can't do the reverse without a lift to remove the stretched skin! From your photos and description of yourself, try a B cup at first. Implants don't have to mean DD porn star boobs!
Keep us posted and good luck!