Ever since I got my tongue pierced a few years ago I have been addicted to piercing. About 2 years ago I decided to get my nipple pierced. It was an awesome experience and I loved my new addition. Unfortunately it was short lived and despite taking good care of it it got infected, and I ended up taking it out. The piercer who took it out for me suggested that next time I use a barbell instead of a ring.
At A Glance Author quietfreak Contact quietfrk@yahoo.com When It just happened Artist Becky Studio Dv8 Location Concord, CA Fast forward a couple of years, and I am desperate to get something (anything) pierced. I really want to get a surface piercing, but you can't just jump into that. I also have considered a lip piercing but work won't allow it. Then I had a brilliant idea, I would get my nipple re-pierced, if work can't see it they can't complain. It would be my little secret. And there is something to be said for having something that only you know about, while on the outside maintaining your "normal" appearance. It's the same feeling as wearing racy lingerie under average clothes only 100% better! I get to walk around with a Mona Lisa smile and still be an innocent.
I have been looking at lots of piercing shops online, since both shops that I have been to were ok but just didn't have that vibe that makes you want to go back. I thought about driving into the city, but I am sick of driving. I found a shop online that was close to me, so I decided I would check it out. Driving by I was a little hesitant, its a very small building, but as I well know appearances are deceiving.
I walked in and met the piercer I had talked to on the phone and she seemed very nice. I signed all the consent forms, my hand shaking a little with the anticipation. I walked into the room and she disinfected the chair and made sure I was comfortable. She made sure I had no questions about the piercing and then started setting up. All the tools were new and she changed gloves after each step. Then comes the worst part... that's right I had to get topless. I got immediately self conscious, I might have even blushed, but she was quick to allay my fears, saying she was the last person I should be embarrassed in front of. After setting me at ease, she made marks on my nipple and had me stand in front of the mirror to check them out. I looked and saw that they were straight and in a good spot. Took my place back on the chair and she explained she was going to put the clamp on (she was very good at making sure she explained each step). In my opinion I think the clamp is the most uncomfortable part of the whole procedure. She instructed me to take a deep breath in and slowly let it out. In the middle of exhaling she slid the needle in, and I felt a burst of pain but I continued to exhale slowly, and then a second later it was done. I did much better on the breathing part this time and it made a huge difference. She then had me breathe in the same way, as she put the jewelry in. A little uncomfortable but not too bad. After the jewelry insertion I got the nice warm and fuzzy feeling, courtesy of my endorphin rush, and I didn't even notice as she screwed the ball on! When it was all said and done she had me go look in the mirror. All I can say is I love my new and improved nipple, it looks so good, all nice shiny metal against my pale skin. Unadorned I'm not wild about how my nipples look, but those metal balls change all that. I love the barbell even more than the ring. She gave me the care instructions and made sure I understood all the steps, and told me to stop in if I had any problems.
Its now been about 6 hours and I have a little pain but not too bad. I keep going into the bathroom and pulling up my shirt to look at my new little friend, and it looks so good (sorry I'm having a vain moment). I have yet to sleep on it, so I wonder how I will feel tomorrow. All in all it was a great experience, and not nearly as painful as I remembered. I would highly recommend getting your nipple (s) pierced, its not very painful, and the end results are just fabulous! It not only looks beautiful but it feels wonderful and adds some much welcomed sensitivity. Now I just have to keep my fingers crossed and hope this time it heals...