Breast Augmentation: How to Tell Your Friends About the Surgery

Your decision to get a breast augmentation is personal. You may find, however, that it is difficult to discuss your reasons for the surgery with your family members and friends. You may also have some insecurity in wondering how people who know you will react to you after they see your results for the first time.

You are probably not in a position to tell everyone you know about the surgery. You shouldn't try to tell everyone, but you should tell your closest friends and family members. People react to different issues in different ways, but some of your close friends may feel that you are keeping information from them, or that they were not a part of your circle, when they actually are. It's up to you to decide who the important people are in your life that should be aware of the surgery. After the procedure, you are likely to need a friendly person to call for conversation or to assist you in your aftercare.

Once you are sure of your decision, tell your closest friends. If they live near you, you should tell them in person. They would want to know why you want the surgery and how you feel about it. They are also likely to know if you are nervous. Be prepared to tell them about your doctor and why you feel confident that you will have a good procedure and recovery. You may also want to tell your closest friends what they should expect when they see you after your surgery. Inform them of the time that it will take for you to recover and solicit help if you think that you will need it once you arrive home. Someone should drive you home from the hospital, so it may be convenient if the same person helps you get settled at home.

It's difficult to predict how your friends will react to your news. Some of the friends who you are sure will be supportive of your breast augmentation surgery may surprise you. Other friends may unexpectedly support your decision. They may step up and help you when you arrive home. Be prepared for a variety of reactions and some surprising reactions. You need to feel secure enough in your decision to know that you are making the right choice for you, and your friends and family members should respect that.

After you arrive home, you are likely to meet some people who you know but you have not told about the surgery. Depending on your change, these people may be surprised and ask you questions. Answer the questions if you like, but do not feel pressured to discuss your body or medical issues with people who are not close to you. Some patients feel more comfortable about sharing information related to their surgery than others. Of course, there may be some people who are not in your inner circle who may talk about you and talk your change when you are not around. Ignore these comments or any negativity. Remember that you had the breast augmentation to please yourself and no one else.