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Q: Big breasts cause low self-esteem
asked by: Lonely_Miracle on June 19th, 2009
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I am 15 years old and have fairly big breasts... not sure if that's a good way to put it, but my size is 36D if that helps. Most women in my family have pretty small breasts so i feel kinda weird being one of the few who do have larger breasts in my family. I am also underweight and trying to gain some healthy weight to avoid making my breasts any larger, if that's even possible? I have pretty bad back pains as well, any advice on that would be grateful? I have a really low self esteem because of my breasts, and need some help with it... I found and joined this site to get help with that after actually having a person tell me I was "smarter than they would have guessed" and I thought Really? Just because I have big boobs and a nice figure I must have the IQ of dirt? Which might also explain how some people look at me as if I'll topple over any minuet... =(
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deteragram
replied on June 19th, 2009
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I used to be self- conscious about my breast size also. But, just like any other body feature, you have to learn to love them. You can purchase a minimizer bra which makes your breasts look smaller. You can also dress to minimize the look of them: wear solid colored tops, don't wear V necks or cleavage revealing blouses, wear lightweight jackets over the blouses, choose skirts and slacks that draw people's attention down and away from your breasts...
I know it's hard to hear but most women would kill to have breasts your size. Think of it this way. If a woman posted and said that she was too beautiful, that men were always hitting on her, that everyone considered her just a pretty face, that everyone loved her for her looks and not her personality... how sympathetic would you be to her problem? Sure, there are some drawbacks to her beauty but there are also great benefits and perks to it. It's the same with large breasts. You just have to learn to accept the good with the bad. Keep in mind, if you were flat chested you would still have self- esteem issues. Everyone has their own cross to bear and this one is yours.
If this is still an issue and continues to bother you once you become an adult, you can always have breast reduction surgery. That's only three years from now, which is not such a long time.
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ThrillLearner
replied on July 7th, 2009
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One thing that worked for me (a little too well in fact) is I got really into arm and chest exorcises and that decreased my but size a LOT! Remember women have Pectoral muscles too and since boobs are mostly fat, if you work those muscles you will burn that fat! If your upper back gives you problems there are several arm and chest related exorcises you can do that you lay down for and lift up! Bear in mind also, that your breasts will seem bigger at first because the muscles are pushing them forward but if you keep doing it they begin to decrease in size 'cause you have gotten into the fat burning stage. I used to LOVE to work out in weights but if I do any more I'm liable not to have any boobs Sad
Good Luck! And don't go too far, you may want some of it back later!
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Anna22
replied on July 10th, 2009
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Hi. I understand what you are going through. Although I've always been proud of my breast size (34DD), growing up it does cause a lot of sexuality issues. While most of your friends talk non-stop about ways of making themselves more attractive for the boys in your school, you probably notice you are getting a lot of attention from older men. That made me gain weight, to make myself less attractive (which didn't work, since it only made my boobs bigger).
I know you think all other girls are ok with their bodies, but trust me, as you grow up and get more self confidence, you will realize noone is 100% comfortable with who they are.
When you go shopping, enjoy it as much as anyone else, because you deserve everything all the other girls have. Find clothes that you feel pretty and comfortable in, but don't hide yourself.
The only thibng that may be of concern is your back pain. For that, I think you should see a doctor.

All that said, all teenagers have low self steem or insecurities Smile it comes with adolescence. You never fully recover, haha, but it does get much much better with the years.
And I am sure you are super smart. Don't try to make yourself ugly so people will take yourself seriously. You take yourself seriously and people will do the same.

I am sorry for this long post, hopefully I helped a bit.

Have fun Smile
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Emillie2809
replied on July 14th, 2009
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Hello.
Yeah i have low self esteem and im 16 and have 36 G breasts and im a size 12 its very very stressful because guys only want me because of them if you get me. And i feel that if i get intimate with anyone in the future that i will be very ashamed of them because of teh size and just how painful they are considering going under teh knife at teh moment to get them reduced. I really hope your happy with yours as im not with mine. Hopefully that helped knowing people feel teh same way.

Emillie Smile
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lilpaw123
replied on July 19th, 2009
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Hey
Im 18 and i have 34 F boobs they not ur typical lucy pnder type tho there really LOW or a word i dnt like to use saggy and i really hate them i find it hard to find clothes that fit my boobs and BIKINI are sooo hard 2 i can NEVA wear top or dresses with out a BRA!!! If i get an uplift i dnt want to have kids and they go back again!
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W0LF
replied on July 19th, 2009
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Completely normal to have low-self esteem for large breasts at 15. You are early on the breast scene, girls don't know what to think of you, guys are genetically unable to deal with you maturely. It's Hell. Next year and for the rest of your life huge breasts should be a constant stream of ego reinforcement as women either acknowledge you as Alpha female of fear you because of the power your breasts have over men and men will do stupid pet tricks just in the hopes of getting your attention.

The back pain is a serious issue. Some aching is normal deveopmentally but you are much bigger than your body is ready to deal with. I know it's hard with heavy breasts but you need to get regular cariovascular excercise to help build normal muscle mass and strengthen your back. Have mom help you find a solid active bra, wear two sports bras if you need the support. considder light strenght training to help tone your abdomen and lower back. Your body was designed to adjust it's musculature to different proportion to support your body. Think of healthy excercise as speeding up that process. As a side benifit good muscular form will retard the sagging you'll experience in life, keeping your breasts attractive and managable much longer.

Also it's important for you to realize that large breasts are going to give you a free pass through much of your life. It's important, especially at your age, to really insist you don't get any shortcuts because of your looks even if you feel sometimes you aren't taken seriously because of your chest and deserve the flip-side of that curse. If you insist on getting by on your own merits there will be no argument that your breasts are the thing that gets you through life.

LilPaw I've been shopping for bras just two sizes too big most of my life. The places most girls go just don't understand that you exist. Victoria's Secret appearantly thinks that women have the proportions of a 15 year old all of their lives. There are a lot of shops that make clothes for women blessed with real-sized chests. Some of the best bras I've found for quality, comfort, and style were at Torrid and Fredricks of Hollywood. Both have online stores if they aren't local to you.
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Lonely_Miracle
replied on July 20th, 2009
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Thanks everyone for your helpful tips and very kind words hehe, im feeling alot better about myself now from all the support you all are giving, just like a bra supports our breasts lol =D really tho, Thank you <3

~Lonely Miracle
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Maria V
replied on September 21st, 2009
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You could always get a breast reduction and give the fatty tissue to those who are less fortunate ::cough cough:: ;P
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MissMelis
replied on October 15th, 2009
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LOL^^^ Maria V
Hun when i was your age I was like you, very top heavy. I believe I was a 38 DD when i was 16. I Had gone to see my doctor about getting a breast reduction, But to no avail he said i was too young.(and rightly so). So I then switched doctors, and when i was 18 I was a whoppin 40 E. When i went in to see my plastic surgeon he suggested(and might i add very Yummy to look at lol) that i lose 30 lbs, to see if they would decrease in size. Last year before i had my son i lost 37 lbs and was doing weight training at the gym. My bust size never decreased. So I get to call up my plastic surgeon when i lose my post baby weight(uhh 30 lbs again to lose).

I agree with Wolf, Back pain is a serious issue. But try to find a proper bra to wear, something that is comfortable for you. It may help with your back pain and also try those exercises. If nothing helps then make an appointment with your doctor and asked to be referred to(or look one up in the phone book)a plastic surgeon. They can tell you the pro's and cons to having a breast reduction.

If in fact i get mine done by the spring(hopefully).. ill let you know how it goes. I haven't heard of any complaints from people i know who have had it done. The only thing is that you will have a couple of scars, but notihng that wont fade as time goes by.

I know quite a bit about breast reductions, since i did a ton of research before i went in for my consultation 4 years ago. need to talk.. pm me Smile
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