If your wife has suddenly started talking about breast augmentation surgery, you probably know why. If not, find out her reasons. Listen to her. Figure out how she feels about her body. Figure out whether you have done something to make her feel anxiety about her body (most likely not) and whether anything you can do is likely to help her resolve these issues (most likely not). Most times, a woman's relationship with her body is something you can't change, no matter how many times you (truthfully) tell her how much you love her.
Be Supportive
If your wife decides to go through with the surgery, give her encouragement. Help her in the process of [url= http://www.vcps.com/breast_faq.html]gathering information[/url] and choosing a cosmetic surgeon. Do not discourage her. Try to find ways of speaking positively about the surgery without speaking negatively about her current body (since she may not end up going through with it, after all). Show some excitement and a moderate amount of initiative. Too much excitement will imply that you're unhappy with her current body, but you should make her believe you feel the surgery will be good for her, if you do (see below). Do a little research on your own, and it never hurts to bring little spontaneous gifts to help alleviate her stress and anxiety.
Be Honest
Advice columns on breast enlargement and husbands often say that it's entirely her decision. This is not strictly true. The Bible says man and wife are one flesh, and whether or not you are religious, you will have to live with the results of her breast enlargement surgery for as long as she will. Every time you touch her, every time you see her, the breast implants will be there, from morning until night. If you are considering having children following the surgery, know that in some small percentage of cases, breast augmentation surgery could make her unable to breastfeed. The decision is ultimately hers, but she has to allow for your feelings, and you have to make your feelings clear. For some couples, breast enlargement surgery can resolve important issues, but if you keep your feelings bottled up, it can lead to troubles later on.
You may be concerned your wife is getting this surgery to get attention from other men. If you feel this way, say so. You won't help her or you by keeping this feeling suppressed. Even though it is most likely not her rationale, she will get more attention from other men. Nip jealousy in the bud to prevent blowups later on.
Man and wife are often one bank account. Even if you have separate accounts and work separate jobs, your finances are most likely completely embroiled. It is not just her paying for the surgery, but both of you. Express your feelings on the cost. Make sure you feel this is a good investment, and that you won't blame her for the expense. Help her make a plan to minimize the financial impact, including considering her financing options for breast enlargement surgery to come up with a solution you can both live with. Money is one of the most common subjects of arguments among couples and you have to make sure you are not augmenting trouble along with her breasts.
Be Involved
Your wife will have a lot to do before her surgery. First, she will have to make decisions about her breast implants' size and shape, and whether they should be [url= http://www.vcps.com/breast_silicone.html]silicone or saline-filled[/url]. She may want to try out her size by filling baggies or stockings with rice or couscous. Give helpful input without trying to guide her choice of size. The key is to help her make the decision, not make the decision for her. When she is doing her research, help her make sure she's considered all the [url= http://www.vcps.com/breast_incisions.html]surgical options[/url]. Look at [url= http://www.vcps.com/breast_incisions.html]before and after pictures of breast enlargements[/url] with her and discuss them frankly. Meet her doctor. Make sure you trust this man or woman to put your wife under the knife. Give your input on the cosmetic surgeon, but make sure you're not being overprotective or jealous. A helpful approach is to confine your remarks to [url= http://www.vcps.com/about_us.html]professional qualifications[/url] and other objective factors while letting your wife decide with whom she feels comfortable. Your wife may or many not want you to be at the consultation. If she wants you there, participate, but make sure you are mostly listening. Let your wife do the talking to the doctor. If your wife can't or won't talk to the doctor, you might suggest he/she is not the right choice. If you are asked questions, give honest, straightforward answers.
If you have kids, make sure they are involved, too. They may not have any decisions to make, but they are going to be inconvenienced. Not only that, but they're going to notice the difference. Your behavior will be a guide their response to the change. If you are supportive, they will be, too. If they ask you questions, again be honest and straightforward. If you are evasive, they will know you are trying to hide something, and it will make them more curious.
Be Prepared
Make sure you know what the recovery period will be like after breast [url= http://www.vcps.com/breastEnlargement.htm]enhancement surgery[/url]. You will have to take care of your wife completely for at least a day or two following the surgery. Make sure you're prepared to do that, including:
· Get time off from work · Figure out what you and the kids are going to eat: stock up on food you can cook · If you don't normally do work around the house, find out where supplies are so you don't have to ask · Make sure her prescriptions are filled and keep them handy · Help her prepare the bed: since she will have to sleep upright for a while, you might need to buy extra pillows or a bed wedge · Make sure you can handle the kids' needs and schedules · Make a plan for keeping the kids from bothering her · Enlist the kids' aid in taking care of her, if possible · Get her recovery gifts, such as: o Flowers o Jewelry o Body lotion and bath supplies o New clothes you think will look good on her new shape (keep receipts!) · Be mentally prepared for the emotional roller-coaster she may ride for several months after the surgery
After recovery, your wife's new confidence will lead to changes in her behavior. She will probably want to shop for new clothes. She may dress more provocatively, both in public and in private to show off her new body.
She will most likely receive more attention from men on the street. There's no way to avoid this, and it is not a cause for concern. Don't be defensive: take the glances as compliments. Make them a positive thing that can help complete the results of the surgery: a happier, healthier woman.
If your wife is considering breast enhancement surgery in Northern Virginia or the Washington, D.C. area, help her with her research by visiting the site of the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery.