"I feel feminine and beautiful, even with my breast prosthesis."
At Savara Intimates, we take pride in sharing stories of women who embrace their strength and beauty, regardless of their circumstances. Jelly-Nienke is one such inspiring woman. In this blog, she shares her experience with breast cancer, breast amputation, and the importance of prosthesis lingerie.
From Shadow to Self-Confidence
Jelly-Nienke discovered a lump in her breast at a young age. At just 27, she visited her GP. Although the doctor initially didn't think it was anything serious, she was quickly referred for an ultrasound at the hospital. The diagnosis was shocking: she had breast cancer, which led to a mastectomy. Fortunately, Jelly-Nienke's cancer was caught early, allowing her to move forward without further treatment.
The Struggle with the Implant
Following her surgery, Jelly-Nienke opted for a breast implant. However, instead of the expected joy, she felt uncomfortable and disconnected from her body. "The implant was cold and didn't feel like me," she recalls. While it provided a sense of femininity, it also came with significant discomfort.
In 2020, inspired by the documentary 'Moordtieten' by Dionne Slagter, she decided to have the implant removed. "I hoped I could feel better again," she says. And she did! After the procedure, she felt like herself once more.
Choosing a Natural Body
Jelly-Nienke was presented with the option of reconstruction using abdominal tissue but decided against it. "I felt like myself again and didn't want to undergo reconstruction," she explains. The idea of being 'flat' was initially daunting, but it turned out to be the right choice. She now feels pure, healthy, and very much like her old self.
Prosthesis Lingerie: A New World
Initially, Jelly-Nienke had an aversion to prosthesis lingerie. The memories of old, unattractive options made it difficult. "There was little choice, and the lingerie available was outdated," she notes. However, her perspective changed when she connected with Proud Breast, a company offering stylish breast prostheses that fit into regular lingerie, as well as lingerie brands designing fashionable prosthesis options.
"It’s fantastic that there’s increasing attention for women with prostheses," she adds. "We have more choices now, and the taboos are slowly being broken down. It’s essential to focus on our strength, beauty, and femininity."
The Power of Togetherness
Jelly-Nienke hopes that her story inspires other women to embrace their femininity, regardless of their circumstances. "We are all women, and we have beautiful, powerful bodies," she asserts. By combining style and comfort in prosthesis lingerie, every woman can feel beautiful and feminine once again.
At Savara Intimates, we create lingerie for all women, and we are proud to have Jelly-Nienke share her story with us. Together, we can transform the world of prosthesis lingerie, ensuring every woman feels powerful and confident.
Take a moment to explore the collection and discover the stylish prosthesis bras and lingerie specifically designed for women with a breast prosthesis. It’s time to celebrate your femininity!
