I’m the Girl Who Had a Labiaplasty

I had a labiaplasty.  When I tell people this, their first response is usually, “What is that?”  And then comes the… “Who would get such a thing?”  The answer is me; a normal woman born with big labia.  I am not crazy, not obsessed with my appearance, and I’m certainly not addicted to plastic surgery.  To better understand, you need to walk in my shoes for a minute.

Ever since I was a young teen, my labia have been large – make that huge.  As long as I can remember, my  ‘privates’ were not like those on the other girls.  My lips were hard to miss through my underwear or swimsuit bottoms.  I quickly learned to stay covered in front of my friends.  Making matters even worse was the discomfort.  My labia constantly rubbed and chaffed under my clothes, especially when I wore jeans or went to gym class.  While my body made me extremely self-conscious, my mom told me this would pass and I would outgrow my insecurities.  This never happened

When I graduated from college, after years of torture, I made the choice to do something about my situation.  I met with an experienced cosmetic surgeon who explained the Labiaplasty process.  Little did I know, this simple procedure would have the power to change my life.

I was nervous during the weeks leading up to my procedure, but also excited.  When the day finally came, the whole process was easier than I had anticipated.  Everything went by fast, and before I knew it, I was waking up from anesthesia.  There was no pain and no complications, so I was sent home to heal.  The first several days I slept a lot.  I had some bruising and a little bleeding, plus some mild discomfort, but nothing that could not be controlled.  Fast-forward eight weeks – I was completely healed and for the first time, looked oh so feminine down there!

Today, my jeans are comfortable.  I never worry about my lady bits showing through my clothing.  And then, of course, there is the sex.  Words cannot describe how much more secure I feel when sharing my body with someone I love.

The Labiaplasty is an often misunderstood procedure.  However, the surgery gave me an opportunity to like my body for the first time.  I am a happier and more confident woman because of it.  My hope is that someone will see herself in my story, and gather the courage to take that first step.

If this is you, call Vitenas Cosmetic Surgery today at 281.606.0007.  All Labiaplasty consultations with Dr. Paul Vitenas are completely confidential.