Lindsay Arnold, former Dancing with the Stars professional, is experiencing a positive recovery following her recent breast augmentation surgery. The 31-year-old dancer documented her surgical journey on social media, starting with a series of posts on January 14th.
Arnold provided a comprehensive recap of her experience on TikTok on January 15th, showcasing the entire process from pre-op preparations to a behind-the-scenes look at a playful Instagram Reel she filmed dancing with her surgeon before the procedure. Arnold confirmed the surgery’s success, humorously remarking that “Post surgery Lindsay is a sight to see 😂😂.” She reassured fans that she was already home recovering, managing tolerable pain levels despite experiencing some dizziness and nausea.
In a subsequent update on Instagram Stories on January 15th, Arnold reported continued manageable pain levels, acknowledging that “coming off the anesthesia was rough yesterday… but slept great and feeling good.”
Further emphasizing her positive recovery, Arnold shared a heartwarming video of her daughters, Sage and June, providing comfort and companionship during her recuperation. “My girls have been so gentle with me, they are the sweetest,” she captioned the clip of them cuddling with her.
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Arnold’s decision to undergo breast augmentation was initially revealed in December 2024, describing it as a self-gift following a birthday trip to Mexico with her husband, Samuel Lightner Cusick. At the time, she expressed a mix of excitement and anxiety about the procedure, emphasizing the importance of making the right decision for herself. “Guys, I’m freaking out. I’m freaking out okay, but I’m also so excited,” she shared. “It’s just like — so many decisions. And it’s hard [because] you make the choices for yourself and you have to live with those choices. So I’m hoping that I make the right decision.”
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Arnold candidly addressed her long-standing desire for breast augmentation, acknowledging the varied opinions surrounding such procedures while asserting her personal conviction. “It’s something that I knew I always wanted to do,” she stated. She also addressed the “mixed opinions on this type of thing,” noting that “if it’s not for you, it’s not for you.”
Reinforcing her positive experience, Arnold responded to a commenter on TikTok on January 15th who expressed regret after their own breast augmentation. “New 🍒 have entered the chat and zero regrets here 🤩,” Arnold confidently declared.
