Well Andy, my mother wasn't too pleased with me stretching my ears... one bit. But I just gradually went up sizes and she really didn't notice. I mean after a while she just got used to them and didn't really care. I'm currently at an inch, and I told her that and she's like ehhh there gross, but whatever it's your body. Also, I mean you could always do a little fibbing about them and get the same gauges you have now just bigger sizes, it's all up to you man. But I hope you have luck with it!
Let me know if you need anymore help!