Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 13:07     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Going from a 34c to a 36c is not breasts getting bigger. You gained weight and your torso got bigger, you cup size stayed the same.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 13:05     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:I gained 30 pounds on HRT. 30 pounds. I hate it. And no, it’s not peri itself because my weight was normal before I started HRT, and I had issues with weight gain on BCP in my 20s (which caused me to stop it). But - my mood and sleep were so impacted that I was not functioning and I feel like I have to stay on it. My doctor has no answers other than to scold me for the weight gain and tell me to eat less than 1000 calories per day.

Don’t mean to scare anyone, and I know I am somewhat of an outlier in my reactions to hormones.


Interesting. Insomnia is one of my biggest chronic issues so it’s the one thing that could drive me to HRT if hot flashes start waking me up. But low dose Lexapro also works - but I don’t like the weigh gain! So it sounds like I may as well stick with Lexapro when the time comes.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 13:03     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.


Because despite what the internet says, HRT is not actually a magic fountain of youth and beauty.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 12:33     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.


Some lose, some gain. I gained on bc so I assume I'd gain on HRT. Not chancing it, but fortunately my symptoms are mild so far. Trazodone has addressed most of it well enough.


I’m losing weight on HRT which I don’t want to do. Before menopause, I had a high metabolic rate and had to work hard to maintain weight. That rate was slowing down prior to HRT, my cheeks looked fuller and my face looked youthful. I think the HRT has reverted my metabolism to what it was and my face is looking gaunt and I’ve dropped two sizes. But it’s helped me with sleep and digestion and brain fog do I don’t want to give it up.


How old are you and what is your weight before and now?


53 now. HRT for 8 months. Pre menopause I struggled to maintain 128-130lb for my 5’10” height. Right before HRT I hit 135lb easily looked better and more proportional and had to pay attention so I don’t overeat. Now after 8 months I’m struggling to keep it at 125. Eating nutrient dense food every 2-3 hours to stop the slide, strength training etc.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 12:25     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.


Some lose, some gain. I gained on bc so I assume I'd gain on HRT. Not chancing it, but fortunately my symptoms are mild so far. Trazodone has addressed most of it well enough.


I’m losing weight on HRT which I don’t want to do. Before menopause, I had a high metabolic rate and had to work hard to maintain weight. That rate was slowing down prior to HRT, my cheeks looked fuller and my face looked youthful. I think the HRT has reverted my metabolism to what it was and my face is looking gaunt and I’ve dropped two sizes. But it’s helped me with sleep and digestion and brain fog do I don’t want to give it up.


How old are you and what is your weight before and now?
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 12:09     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.


Some lose, some gain. I gained on bc so I assume I'd gain on HRT. Not chancing it, but fortunately my symptoms are mild so far. Trazodone has addressed most of it well enough.


I’m losing weight on HRT which I don’t want to do. Before menopause, I had a high metabolic rate and had to work hard to maintain weight. That rate was slowing down prior to HRT, my cheeks looked fuller and my face looked youthful. I think the HRT has reverted my metabolism to what it was and my face is looking gaunt and I’ve dropped two sizes. But it’s helped me with sleep and digestion and brain fog do I don’t want to give it up.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 11:45     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:I gained 30 pounds on HRT. 30 pounds. I hate it. And no, it’s not peri itself because my weight was normal before I started HRT, and I had issues with weight gain on BCP in my 20s (which caused me to stop it). But - my mood and sleep were so impacted that I was not functioning and I feel like I have to stay on it. My doctor has no answers other than to scold me for the weight gain and tell me to eat less than 1000 calories per day.

Don’t mean to scare anyone, and I know I am somewhat of an outlier in my reactions to hormones.


do you have any other issue? Looks like OP could have a higher chance on HRT but I hope that's not the case.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 08:26     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Yes, it’s all natural aging.
Anonymous
Post 01/17/2026 06:51     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Boobs bigger, stomach flatter.
Anonymous
Post 01/15/2026 18:22     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.


Some lose, some gain. I gained on bc so I assume I'd gain on HRT. Not chancing it, but fortunately my symptoms are mild so far. Trazodone has addressed most of it well enough.
Anonymous
Post 01/15/2026 17:48     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
I gained 30 pounds on HRT. 30 pounds. I hate it. And no, it’s not peri itself because my weight was normal before I started HRT, and I had issues with weight gain on BCP in my 20s (which caused me to stop it). But - my mood and sleep were so impacted that I was not functioning and I feel like I have to stay on it. My doctor has no answers other than to scold me for the weight gain and tell me to eat less than 1000 calories per day.

Don’t mean to scare anyone, and I know I am somewhat of an outlier in my reactions to hormones.
Anonymous
Post 01/15/2026 17:27     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
why would you gain weight on HRT? I thought it is the other way around and you would lose weight and get more energy. I am supposed to start it soon and now, I am scared.
Anonymous
Post 01/13/2026 17:17     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:Sheesh, the last thing I want. I guess no hrt for me.


Preach!
Anonymous
Post 01/13/2026 16:35     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
Anonymous wrote:I wish!! My boobs were sore for the first 6-7 weeks but then they settled into their regular saggy A/B size.


Same!!
Anonymous
Post 01/02/2026 20:08     Subject: HRT and Breasts Growing
I had big boobs but now slightly bigger and my DH enjoys them a lot. No complaints!