20-24, No Kids, Well Overdue

Hi, glad to hear you went with your gut instinct and did not go with the first doc. This is a big step so you definitely did the right thing by changing your mind. I did not tell anyone about my surgery either, so this site was big for me in the way of support. I am usually the nervous type and out I would be a wreck the day of my surgery (especially since going alone), but I was just so excited to finally get it done. Are you having local or general anesthesia? Congrats and good luck!

Hi Claire just wondering how your procedure went as I'm looking into getting it done by Dr Jane Patterson as well. Any feedback would be amazing thank you! :)

Ice will be your best friend for the first few days! Lay down as much as possible and use a donut pillow when sitting up to keep the pressure off. I didn't have a donut pillow so I substituted with a travel pillow and it worked just fine. Don't overdo it when you start getting back to regular activities. I stocked up on easy to prepare foods so I wouldn't have to run to the grocery store or stand up for a king time to prepare a meal. I didn't have any bruising but I did have swelling the first few days. Good luck - keep us updated!

Hi how much was your procedure? I'm getting quoted $6000 here in Australia

My surgery is scheduled for the 27th and I'm going through the exact same thing. I figured telling anyone about this is not an option...I'm way too embarrassed. but, I also live at home still and my mom would know something was up...also I need a ride home from surgery because the Drs office is 2hrs away. So on Sunday (after a few glasses of wine for some liquid courage) I told her I want talk to her about something that's not bad but a little embarrassing. Mind you, my mom and i are not open about these things and I was mortified..I was also certain she would freak out. I explained to her that nothing's wrong but there's something that has been bothering me for years and after a lot of research I decided to do something about It. Then I just told her. I couldn't even believe the words came out of my mouth. She didn't freak out like I thought she would and it wasn't as awkward as I thought it would be but she was definitely not all for it. Now she has been researching it like crazy and I convinced her to come to an appointment with me. It's still going to take some convincing before she's okay with it but I'm relieved i finally told someone.

I definitely empathize with you. I don't know how I would've handled it if I lived at home. In some respects, I think it was easier because I lived away from my family and close friends. But, then again I was totally alone and didn't have anyone to help me by cooking meals, etc or if I had complications. I understand being nervous to tell your mom about the surgery. I was 38 and couldn't tell my mom. I know I never could! But, it sounded like you might tell yours. It may make you feel better and more relaxed before going into surgery. And you wouldn't have to worry about explaining why you are home when you are usually working so much. If it feels too personal to tell her about the labiaplasty, maybe you could tell her you are having a growth or extra tissue removed? That's kind of accurate while not being too descriptive as to what you are having done specifically. Or, if you don't want to tell her anything, you could always just say you needed some time off work and then could say you are having a bad period with cramps and need to rest. I don't really advocate being dishonest, as it's possible you could need her and I'm sure you wouldn't want her to be taken off guard. Moms can be very supportive, even if they don't completely understand. If you are afraid of telling her, maybe you could show her this site and stories of ladies who have had terrible discomfort and embarrassment due to their labia size. Women who have let it effect their sex lives and relationships because of pain and fear of rejection. You are brave for doing this while you are young. I wish I would've had the opportunity to do this when I was younger so I could've gotten over my insecurities and been able to be pain and discomfort free. Good luck with your surgery and recovery. I look forward to seeing your updates!

awwww no worries!.. ah sure general anesthetic will definitely be more comfortable i think!. I had a local/twilight type anesthetic so after the surgery i stayed in a recovery room for awhile, and was allowed to leave after. I dont think recovering hurts too bad...just for me there was soo much swelling.. so dont panic if that happens and take it easy and just relax while ur at home :) you can always tell your mum about the surgery too if you want, i know it is soo scary doing it alone! but the same time it feels like extra nervousness telling someone haha. but that way your mum will be there for you incase you need any assistance :)