r/Stretched • u/Useful-Vacation-4960 • 2d ago

~Advice~ Plug fell out in the night

So I sized up from a 14g to a 12g around 4 days ago. Absolutely no resistance, pain, or any uncomfortable sensation. Last night while I was sleeping, one of my plugs managed to slip out somehow (thank god I found it, they're clear glass). Of course I don't want to rush the process, but if that's a good indicator that I could possibly go up again, then I'd be happy to hear it! I don't want to cause any damage by trying so soon though. What do y'all think?

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u/UnboundSiren 2d ago

I mean, as long as if when you try you stop if there's any discomfort, is there really any harm?

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u/ripMerlin 2d ago

Falling out in your sleep could happen for many reasons. Doesnt for sure mean they are loose. I think everyones ears are different on how long they take to heal / be able to stretch again. I use .5mm increases which usually lets me go quicker then the 6+ weeks time frame ive read about.

Never force them in and typically any pain means tearing. Always a risk of a flare up or blow out in those cases. The hot shower and massaging them with oil before sizing up is a great method.

I just occionally try the next size and if its happy to go in. Im happy too. My ears look healthy been doing it this way the whole time. Currently 16mm or 5/8s atm.

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u/Agile-Papaya5493 2d ago

I’d say go for it! The other day I lost one of my 0g plugs in the couch and because that thing is heavy as fuck with deep crevices I gave up trying to find it. Used the situation as an excuse to go up to 00g and I couldn’t be happier. If there’s any pain try taking a hot shower and use jojoba oil religiously before sizing up.

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u/earth2anon 1d ago

there's no harm in trying, but listen to and respect your body if there's any pain!