I've always liked the way piercing and ink look, but was always too much of a wuss to do either. I'm 33, married, slightly plump, and a mom of 3 kids. It just seemed so wild to me. I led a bit of a sheltered childhood, and haven't really cut loose since college. But for some reason, when my husband suggested that I get my nipples done recently, the idea just wouldn't let go. So I went up to the local shop, just to look around and see what it was like there. I was a little embarrassed, since I look like the housewife and mom that I am, but nobody looked at me like I was crazy, so I checked things out and then left. I had almost psyched myself out of doing it, not embarrassed to bare anything, but just nerves. Then I called my husband from the parking lot, and told him what I was considering. He said "Go back in and get it done right now before you chicken out." So I did.
At A Glance Author Jen Contact Jen@bme.anon When It just happened Studio Mystic Piercing and Tribal Tattoo Location Crofton, MD Of course, I didn't do any research beforehand. Definitely a stupid thing, as I now know, but I got lucky. The staff was experienced and talented. All I knew to look for was that the place was clean. Not that dumb anymore, thanks to BME, which I stumbled onto with a web search after the fact. But what joy in life without spontaneity, right?
I only got the left one done for right now, because I knew it was going to be tender for quite some time, and I didn't want to have to have a hands off policy for both of them at the same time. My husband is WAY too talented to make them both be off limits at the same time. I was also afraid of how much it would hurt, since I had a reduction done about 4 years ago, and the nerves are a little weird in there. My nipples were moved 10 inches when I had the reduction done, and they have gone through periods of numbness, and periods of super sensitivity. I have also nursed 3 kids on them before the reduction, so they have been through a lot. I must admit, it hurt a lot more than I was expecting, but it was definitely bearable. I didn't make a peep, so I was rewarded not only with my pretty new ring, but I also got a freezer pop too.
When the endorphin rush hit, I could just feel the grin all over my face. I don't think I heard much of the aftercare instructions, either before (I was nervous), or after (what a rush), but that is what the page of instructions is for, right? I was grinning like a fool, but wow, did I feel free at the same time. I finally had the guts to do it, no matter what someone might have said and still might.
My best friend is giving me all sorts of hell for not telling my Mom, but we have had a wonderful "Don't ask, don't tell" policy working since college. She wouldn't get it, and I don't need the disapproval from her since we are very close. Maybe I'm still a bit of a wimp, but this works for me. I haven't let the kids know either, because I don't think they could stand having a mom this cool, and I don't want to have to explain about enhancing sensations to 2 kids on the verge of puberty. I'll give them a few years.
Anyway, the pain was bearable, the bleeding was minimal, and the sensations are already making it worthwhile after only 8 days. I never knew how much fun a cool breeze could be. Gravity is great too. I'm still debating on whether or not to take the plunge and get the right one done. I think I'm going to wait till I can really play with this one to see if the pain is worth it for me. I can't remember the name of the artist who pierced me, but he was way cool and totally great (nerves really fouled my memory). I didn't know I was supposed to tip him either, but I ran back up there yesterday to do that, and to tell him he did a great job.
My best friend and I are going up tonight to get her nipples done, and to check out the price for a PA for her husband. I'm SUCH a trendsetter. So for all you slightly chubby, married, nervous Moms out there thinking about it..... Go for it!!!! Beware though, it is totally addictive, I'm already considering where to get my NEXT one. Definitely below the waist, though. That thought just totally turns me on......