When I was younger, I saw everything as very black and white. I guess most kids do.
Good guys don’t do bad things, and bad guys don’t do good things. You don’t really see any shades of grey at all until you’re a lot older. And I’m not talking about the Fifty Shades variety. That you don’t see until you’re much older!
Specifically I recall being very against plastic surgery of any kind. “You should be happy with what God gave you and not change a thing,” I thought. My rigid brain didn’t have any flexibility in there and I even looked down a bit on people that had work done.
It all just seemed so “fake” to me. And not just all those basketball-shaped boobs.
But as I’ve gotten older, my feelings have most definitely changed. At this point in my life, I can definitely understand why people would get nose jobs, tummy tucks, or breast implants. It’s a self-esteem issue and one that can really change a person’s life. I mean, how different is getting a new nose from having a mole removed from your cheek? Yes, it’s a bigger deal, but you’re still altering your appearance because you’re unhappy.
So I say do what you want. Do what makes you happy. Just be sure you’re doing things for the right reason. Don’t go getting a new set of boobs just to please your husband or because you think it’ll impress some guy. Get them because you want them. Because they’ll make you feel more complete or more empowered or more self-confident.
I know I’m a guy so I’m not about to go get myself a new pair, but I know a lot of women read my blog and I’ve read plenty of blogs written by moms (Note: I didn’t call them Mommy Blogs!) who talk about getting tummy tucks and breast implants or lifts. Some have even had it done and discussed the whole process.
Childbirth and breastfeeding can really do a number on your body too. There’s a reason lots of moms use the phrase “banana boobs.” I see absolutely nothing wrong with them getting the surgery they want to get their own bodies back. To feel good about themselves once more. It’s tough enough being a mom and taking care of kids without weighing yourself down with loads of low self-esteem.
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Whatever you decide to do is the right answer. You’re going to be hanging around in your own skin for your entire life. You should at least be comfortable.
Would you ever get plastic surgery for yourself?
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I would most definitely consider it. I love who I am but there’s one or two things that I would tweak
I would not consider plastic surgery for myself.
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I would consider it, but right now I am happy with my body. I can definitely understand feeling comfortable with the body you have, as I’m trying to lose some weight right now, but not enough for drastic measures like plastic surgery.
No thank you. Happy with me as I am.
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oh yeah would do it in a heart beat and yes i love my self
I would, why not?
Yes, I’d get a nip-tuck.
I’ve had two different procedures many, many years ago, but don’t think I would do anything else. I think you need to age the way you were intended to. Thanks for the contest.
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Yes, I would like to loose my baby fat!
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Sure why not? I guess if it makes you feel better go for it.
I would never get plastic surgery
I went as far as getting a consultation for a nose job and liposuction and as I got older my mind changed and realized I’m happy with myself and to work out everyday and eat healthy instead.
Yes. I have had 5 children and I could use a tummy tuck.
No I would not even consider it. I love who I am!
no
no thank you
I wouldn’t ever consider getting plastic surgey.
I would never think of plastic surgery
I don’t think I would.
I would only if I needed it for health reasons
No not me
Not now, but that may change as I get older.
No I would not.
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No I am good
Sure, I’d consider it.
I would. I would like to have a breast lift ,after having 5 kids all breastfeed gravity has taken effect. I would also like to have the extra flab of skin around my stomach “tucked” I lost 120 pounds and desperately need that done for health reasons. But that what be the only 2 things I would ever want done.
I’m generally against plastic surgery unless it’s reconstructive.
I’d love to have my boobs done but i’m a big wuss lol
I would never consider getting plastic surgery.
I hate to say it, but I’d consider it. I don’t know if I’d ever go through with it, but sure I’d consider it!
I may consider it in the future.
For some things, yes, but probably not for purely ‘cosmetic’ reasons.
I would consider plastic surgery – luckily (?) we don’t have that kind of money so I don’t have to make the final decision.
I would not get plastic surgery.
yep!
right now, not really but maybe when i get older might change my mind
No I would not.
No I would never get any kind of plastic surgery unless I had an injury or sorts that screwed up my image
Yes… I would
I absolutely would- If I feel insecure about anything I want to fix it. I just wish I could afford it!
I have gotten plastic surgery, tummy tuck and lipo for that unsightly muffin top after pregnancy that no amount of working out could get rid of.
I would not get plastic surgery but I do understand why some people choose to.
I’m not against it….I just don’t think I want to go through the recovery of surgery. Painful.
I don’t think I would
I believe I would have my neck and chin lifted. So yes I would have plastic surgery.
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Maybe when I’m a little older but for now my husband and I are both pretty content. 😉
i would never consider it
No I wouldn’t afford something like that.
No, unless it was reconstructive after an injury, etc.
NO!!!
ptavernie at yahoo dot com
I would consider plastic surgery for myself.
Yes You Bet!
I don’t think I would merely for cosmetic reasons unless it was something disfiguring like from an accident or something
I sure would!
I don’t think I would
I’m too old to worry about plastic surgery these days so the answer is no. 🙂
I would consider it.
Yes, I would consider some minor plasric surgery.
I lost over 300 lbs with gastric bypass. Loads of loose skin. So yes I would.
Never!
I would only consider plastic surgery if injury, illness, or some other unfortunate circumstance drastically altered my appearance.
If I had the funds I would consider some fairly minor surgery. Since I never expect to be able to afford it I guess it really doesn’t matter.
yes i would, now that i’m older and things are saggin and wrinklin i would have work done
I absolutely would.
I would most likely do a breast reduction only because it causes me back pain but thats a legitimate issue for me but anything else that is not needed won’t be done.
I would not.
Yes, I would get plastic surgery. I would for my boobs after child birth if my boobs lose there perkyness, or a tummy tuck.
Other than removing necessary excess skin that I have, no.
Only if it were after something happened to me and I became disfigured. Not just for the hell of it. How is a woman supposed to find a man who loves her for her if shes just going to attract jerks who only want her body?
years ago i would have said absolutely not. however after having 4 children I would say that given the opportunity and the funds I would definitely be inline for a tummy tuck. You really don’t have a clue until you are faced with your own insecurities about your body. So having said that, I believe it is a personal choice. I have had reconstructive surgery on my eye due to a serious injury and to save my eye. so I try not to judge in others choices.
Yes, I would get plastic surgery if I could afford it!
maybe when I am older
Yes I would consider it if I could afford it lol
I would never consider plastic surgery.
I guess if I was scarred or injured
I have thought about it for my foot. I suffered a nasty injury to it a few years ago that left my big toe more askew than not, and I have often wanted to make it look normal again.
No, not unless something horrible happened to me. I have never had any issues being told I am beautiful and now that I am older I really believe it.
Yes, I would consider it.
possibly
Yes, I’d consider a “little nip & tuck”, but nothing real major.
Sure I would
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Yes I would consider plastic surgery
Not unless it were absolutely necessary.
I am 67 years old and have good skin, but I have never thought about plastic surgery. I do use moisturizer and night cream every night but I come from a long line of women that stayed healthy and looked good right into their 70’s so I hope I continue.
I would have never considered a bust enhancement!!!
A long time ago I was pretty against plastic surgery for myself but as I have gotten older I have started to change my mind. I don’t agree with going full tilt off the bat but as a 34 year old woman I wouldn’t be opposed to starting with microdermabrasion or a chemical peel…even botox (if I could afford it). I tell my husband when I get older I am going to get a lifestyle lift because they are pretty non invasive and the results are amazing LOL.
Perhaps if i had an accident.
i would do it in a heartbeat
never say never
I would not have plastic surgery unless it was reconstructive. The risks of anesthesia are too great for something cosmetic.
Yes I would
I would consider plastic surgery if I thought it was necessary.
No….it just is not for me
Absolutely, if I had the money there would be a number of procedures I’d have done.
Yes, I would..later down the line though!
No,I like myself the way I am!
I would never consider plastic surgery for myself or my wife.
No I would never consider that
if I had money id get some things done
I don’t think plastic surgery is necessary… but there are exceptions to every rule!
I don’t think I would personally
I would not consider plastic surgery
To each his own, as of now, I’m super happy with how I look so I don’t think I would get it. And surgery of any kind really scares me!
I would consider it when the time comes!
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I would consider plastic surgery.
Nope- my eyes are bad, so it’s easy to ignore all the ugly.
I would consider it but I don’t think I ever will do it
Joe T. knows whats up
no
I have done it and would do it again if I saw fit. However, the girl in your photo there is quite removed from typical alterations.
Yes I would consider getting plastic surgery. As I am aging and still need to work, my attitude is changing.
Not really ~ I’ve always been pretty comfortable with my body just the way it is..
Not really ~ I’ve always been pretty comfortable with my body just the way it is..
I hadn’t really thought about it, so I’m not sure. Thanks for the giveaway.
yes, tummy tuck!
probably not, I’m too old to worry about it.
I would if I could afford it. I’d get a boob lift. lol.
Absolutely! I’d love to turn back the time on my boobs!
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yes i would just because i have H bra size and i hate my boobs so i would totally get a breast reduction! : (
Probably if I became disfigured.
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I would not get plastic surgery!
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Yes I did after nursing 2 children. Then I got breast cancer 3 times-unrelated to the plastic surgery. I finally had a mastectomy and plastic surgery reconstruction.using my
back muscles over implants and have regretted it for the last 6 years. So uncomfortable still, makes lifting or doing anything miserable. Think long and hard about it. I’ve seen a lot of people in my city who look much worse after plastic surgery. We don’t have the doctors they have in Beverly Hills
nah unless its like liposuction
I would definitely consider some kind of face work within the next 10-15 years, that’s only if I can find a really good surgeon.
No, never considered it.
No I would not consider plastic surgery.
Yes I would probably have some work done —not the Barbie 20 procedures but that nose job I’ve always wanted and then the tummy tuck to help with that 10lb 6 oz baby stretching my 5’2″ frame…
I have thought about it but my friend’s husband is a plastic surgeon and she tells me I don’t need it. She has only had injections for herself. That’s the best kind of friend to have!
around my eyes
yes i would. I would love to have lipo on my thighs, a tummy tuck, and a breast lift.
No plastic surgery. I’m happy with whom I am. There’s no problem with someone else getting it if they want!
Oh yes. I would like to have my eyes done and my neck tightened.
I would possibly consider a breast lift, but not to be bigger. Gravity is an enemy. 😉
Not plastic surgery per se but I would be open to small treatments like injections (not Botox) and chemical peels and the like.
yes i would
No, I would never consider it.
no, I would never consider getting plastic surgery! the risk is just not worth the reward… I’d rather try natural ways of “fixing” myself LOL like positive thinking and exercise!!
Sure
In this economy, probably not. Extra money needs to be used for car repairs or a new roof. Right now our furnace is acting flaky and it is cold here in WI. Bouncy boobs, a butt tuck or heat. Not much of a decision.
I have always said “never say never” but I don’t think I would have plastic surgery.
Currently, the answer is no.
For purely cosmetic reasons – a resounding no. For me, I could think of far better
things to spend the money on lol
I have considered it, but don’t think I’d ever go thru with it.
I’VE ACTUALLY WENT TO A BREAST CONSULTATION BEFORE WHEN I WAS THINKING ABOUT GETTING IMPLANTS. STILL CONSIDERING BUT YA KNOW, EVERYTHING TAKES MONEY… =)
No, I don’t think my food stamps would cover any plastic bs surgery.
Nope.
I don’t think I could, I’m too big of a pansy!
I would definitely consider plastic surgery, after having a baby things aren’t where they used to be lol
Not now but maybe when I am older.
only if i was horribly disfigured, otherwise, no.
So not just disfigured, but HORRIBLY disfigured. Oy! Let’s hope you never even come close to that!
Yes, I am currently looking into it now.
At this point in my life – no. Not that I couldn’t benefit from it, I’m sure. I’m just scared of surgeries.
I would like to have it done, but I have had several scary surgical experiences, so I don’t know if I would go through with it or not.
I have a very athletic built, which I compare to a teenage boy. LOL. Sometimes I think some breast augmentation would be great, but I also think it would get in the way of running and lifting. So I am not against it. But I don’t think I’ll do it at this time. I have had LASIK eye surgery and am almost done with braces, so changing your body to be happy is something I understand.
Hey, Erin! You’re a riot. No way do you look like a teenage boy! But yeah, I can imagine it’d actually hurt your time as a runner!
In my mid 30’s and have been getting botox for about a year. I’m not sure I’d change anything permanently, but I love the results of the Botox and I have my old confidence back!
i would consider but not at 34….
No plastic surgery for me.
Not now…I hope I age gracefully.
I have no desire ever!
If I had the funds, I’d get a lot done!
maybe…i know i prob need it!! LOL
I don’t think I would ever have plastic surgery… maybe a tummy tuck but nothing else.
Cosmetic surgery isn’t something that I would consider now, and I don’t think I would ever want to surgically alter my body.
Probably not! I would rather achieve it myself, like loosing weight by eating right and exercising rather than getting a tummy tuck.
I’ve actually had work done. It was just having my teeth redone but it was well worth it. I’m not sure if I’d get anything else done. I’m happy with what I currently look like. But, if my body were to change and I didn’t like it, I most certainly would be open to any options. Including surgery.
I would not consider getting plastic surgery
YES WOULD CONSIDER IT
I don’t think I could do it. I have, however, considered it.
No plastic surgery for me.
not now
Yes!
Yes!
I’d consider it if it were free, but it’s not and I’d rather spend the money on something else.
Thanks for the chance to win!
I would consider it if I have the funds to pay for it , altho I am pretty happy with my body.
I don’t think I would consider it.
I used to always want a boob job until I had kids and realized what boob sweat was and how uncomfortable wearing a bra all the time is. Now I am happy that I am blessed with “normal” sized boobs that dont hurt my back or fall into my side when i lay on my back. Amen
I would consider it if I could afford it.
Yes I would consider plastic surgery if I had the money
no, dont have the money
no, dont have the money!
I would like it for medical reasons, not cosmetic… I’ve watched some of those tlc shows…. wow… scary stuff what ppl do to themselves hoping to look good
Not interested…too scary.
Yes – I plan to get a tummy tuck and breast lift when I lose the weight I want…and save up the money – Plastic surgery is not cheap. After gaining and losing weight because of eating improperly and because of having my son my body looks a mess.
If I had the money I’d be tempted at some point for lipo or a gobbler tightening
I’d consider it if I had the money…and it didn’t hurt too much.
I see nothing wrong with it until it gets taken overboard. I would consider getting it if my budget ever allowed for it.
I would consider definitely… I’m wimpy though 🙁
Tummy tuck and a boob lift, most definitely!
i might depending on the risk
I absolutely would get plastic surgery…tummy tuck and boob job…maybe even a nose job…except financially I’m not in the right place so it will be held off. 🙂
yes i would
No I wouldn’t – it’s not a good use of Medicare.
No, I would not consider it
No, I wouldn’t consider plastic surgery
jmatek AT wi DOT rr DOT com
no no no
If I ever lose this weight, I’d like to get the skin flaps taken care of.
Bat wings…shudder…
I would get a nose job.
No, I’m fine!
I would consider plastic surgery only if I had an injury that medically or aesthetically required it!
Only if I Had to would I have plastic surgery, like after a car crash, but not because I want to.
I would not want to have plastic surgery of any type. I want to thank you for this awesome sweep and hope to win 🙂 Thanks and Happy New Year !!!!
I would get it for anything that life and gravity have affected (boobs and tummy) but I would not change any of my God given features (face, nose…etc).
I’d have surgery in a New York second. 😉
I don’t think so, too risky, and I’m fine the way I am.
I don’t think so! I am happy with my own.
Not now, maybe in the future.
yes but nothing too extreme
NOPE, Im ok
nope
If I had the money, yes.
Maybe a tummy tuck 🙂
MAYBE A LITTLE BOTOX, BUT NO MAJOR PROCEDURE 🙂
shebebes@yahoo.com
nope, not for me.
Right now I definitely wouldn’t consider it and I hope I never do!
At this point, no, but I agree with the ‘do what makes you happy’ mantra.
I would only consider it if I was in an accident for repair purposes.
Yeah if I had the money I would get plastic surgery. I really want Lipo for my stomach.
I wouldn’t 🙂
I might consider it.
Of course!
Yes, if money was no issue.
I would either consider a breast reduction or a tummy tuck 😛
I have from time to time thought about what it would be like to fill out a training bra
Yes, I would you ever consider getting plastic surgery for myself if I had cancer and had to replace what I lost.
I never thought I would consider plastic surgery but since turning 40 I think I could someday.
Only if something disfigured me and I had the money to spare.
Ive thought about it but I dont think I ever would
i would if the price was right
I would consider a weight loss surgery…it cures your diabetes..
Perhaps a tummy tuck someday.
I don’t see a problem with it. 🙂
no I wouldn’t
Would you ever consider getting plastic surgery yourself?
no..i want steel
not at this point in my life, who knows what the future will bring (but I tend to avoid any unnecessary procedures)
I would only consider having my loose skin on my stomach removed. I have lost alot of weight and need this done.
No, I would not get plastic surgery at this time
No. Unless I get horribly disfigured in an accident or something, I’ll just be myself.
I’d never consider it!
I would get all kinds of plastic surgery if I could afford it! I would change all the parts of me that I don’t like, and make myself into the supermodel that I know I can be!
I’ve honestly thought about it but I think God did a pretty good job so who am I to mess with his creation 🙂
I don’t think I would ever consider it but it’s hard to say never.
Probably not. If I find something I don’t like about myself, I will take my own steps to fix it.
I have a fantasy where someone has a website offering to pay for my REDUCTION surgery… LOL opposite the augmentation site! someone who has mercy…. then yep, I’d have the surgery in a flash!!!
No..I am pretty happy the way I am
I don’t think I would
yes i would!
no i couldn’t do it, i’ve seen some bad results
I don’t know about surgery, but I’m definitely interested in injectables and fillers (like Botox and Restylene).
I’ve thought about it many times, because I’m not too happy with my appearance, but I don’t think that I could ever actually bring myself to do it.
i personally would not consider plastic surgery for myself.
I had liposuction when I was 27. Best money I ever spent. Would do minor cosmetic surgery again. I don’t like “obvious”/unnatural looking results.
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Yes, I would consider plastic surgery.
I’d probably only consider it if I were in an accident or had some condition that caused disfigurement; otherwise, I would probably just let the aging process run its course naturally.
I’m honestly not sure if I would. If I ever did it would be a breast lift due to breastfeeding. I’m just so scared of surgery. Thank you!
conceptually, yes, but my budget is more concerned with the most primal necessities that something like that isn’t on my radar screen. I don’t think less or more of ppl who do. I think ppl underestimate complications, etc., though, and also, I know ppl who have had anything done like nose etc and not happy with the results and also when they got older, truly missed their old self and didn’t realize they would “mourn” the loss of their real face!!!
I’ve thought about getting plastic surgery – a breast lift and possibly implants – but then I think about it, and I’d probably be so paranoid about developing breast cancer and not being able to detect it early enough that the risk just isn’t worth it! I don’t even know why I am paranoid about breast cancer, no one in my family has ever had cancer. LOL
Hey, Jenn! Yeah, my wife is exactly like that. She’s petrified of complications from surgery. 🙂
I don’t think I would..
no i dont think i would get surgery for myself just because im satisfied with what i have. i have several friends that have had surgery though and they look great.
i’ll be honest and say I’ve never heard the phrase banana boobs LOL
Then consider yourself lucky, Melinda!
I consider plastic surgery to be a personal choice, and if someone wants to get it done, to let them. However, I would never get plastic surgery unless I was mutilated in some way. I appreciate the way I look, and it’s taken a long time to get me there.
yes! after im done having babies, i want to get a tummy tuck and possibly a breast lift or implants. hopefully we’ll have the money to do that five-ten years from now
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I would have an open mind to it for sure if I have the money when I am older.
I would consider it, but could never afford it.
Yep, lipo.
I used to say no way when I was younger but now that I’m in my late 40’s I say maybe.
I couldn’t afford plastic surgery if I wanted it, but I would consider a tummy tuck and breast lift
I’d consider plastic surgery, but I’d think about all the risks.
only if needed for reconstructive surgery after an accident
Not for cosmetic reasons.
no interest in plastic surgery
I definitely would if I could afford it
i would consider it but not 100% on it…i have 4 children so things start to….well u get what i mean..so i would consider it lol
Yes, I would if things got really bad 🙂
I would consider it.
I’m not against it, but I’m so cheap I don’t think I could ever justify the cost. Now if I won the lottery….. (but since I’m cheap, I don’t PLAY the lottery!) 🙂
Although I can’t imagine having plastic surgery, I won’t say it will never happen. Life leads you to unexpected places.
i would definitely consider getting plastic surgery if the cost was not so high
No, I would not consider Plastic Surgery.
I would consider it if money were no object.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I’m considering it, but haven’t made the final decision
not me, it looks so bad and you should be ok with what God gave you
Nah. Even if I did, I couldn’t afford it.
yes if it was needed
No plastic surgery for me…take me as I am.
No, I don’t think I would ever get plastic surgery
no plastic surgery for me
I’d only get plastic surgery if it were medically required. I wouldn’t do it for cosmetic reasons.
Yes I’d get a tummy tuck if I could afford it!
Thank you.
Oh yes
I kinda want butt implants but I dont think i’ll ever have the guts or the money to do it.
If something about myself really, really bothered me, I would consider it.
Absolutely! If the money is there and it makes me feel better about my appearance, sure! 🙂 Thank you.
Nope. Just a little hair dye to touch up my highlights, and that’s it- I’m happy with the way I look!
Sure, I’d try anything once!
If I could afford it, I would consider a tummy tuck.
Yes, I would get liposuction on my thighs.
No, would consider it.
Yes, I would consider plastic surgery.
sure would!!! I want an eyebrow lift!
Really? I have never heard of an eyebrow lift before!
maybe i would
No it is not in consideration
I may have a mild type of procedure done, but nothing drastic, if I had the money.
I would not consider it.
I’d consider only if necessary
No, I wouldn’t consider about it.
Yes i’d get breast implants for sure.
Yes I would consider plastic surgery.
I would not consider plastic surgery
I would get plastic surgery if I could afford it!
I would consider liposuction.
I would consider almost anything, even plastic surgery.