“I Did BBL For My Mental Well-Being”- Actress Uche Ogbodo Speaks Out
- Uche Ogbodo, a Nollywood actress, discussed her reasons for undergoing body enhancement surgery.
- The surgery was motivated by her desire to regain confidence after experiencing changes to her body post-childbirth.
- She shared her personal journey and the impact of motherhood on her self-image.
Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has opened up about the personal reasons behind her decision to undergo body enhancement surgery, saying it was driven by a desire to regain confidence after childbirth.
Speaking with Saturday Beats, the mother of three shared that her post-pregnancy body changed significantly, prompting her to take action.
“I’ve always been naturally busty, but that doesn’t give you an hourglass figure,” she said. “After my third child, I no longer liked what I saw in the mirror. I wanted to feel happy and confident again. The procedure was purely for me my mental health and self-worth. I only compete with myself, not anyone else.”
Ogbodo emphasized that she chooses transparency about her cosmetic journey, unlike some celebrities who hide such procedures.
“Honesty is rare in this country, especially in the entertainment industry,” she noted. “As a role model, it’s important to inspire people rather than mislead them. Many women secretly get work done but present the results as natural. I believe it’s better to admit the effort involved so others struggling with self-esteem can find hope.”
The actress explained that multiple cesarean deliveries affected her figure and influenced her decision to have a butt enhancement.
“Perfection isn’t automatic for mothers, particularly after C-sections. I’ve had three, and it’s hard to keep the body shape I wanted. I didn’t want to pretend that I hadn’t done anything to achieve it,” she said.
According to Ogbodo, her husband fully supported her choice. On the potential risks, she added,
“There’s risk in everything, even in treating malaria. But I was in safe, professional hands, so I wasn’t afraid.”