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PO day 10, still no pics :(

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Well I wasn't going to write this just yet, as my...

Kdm629June 15, 2012
WORTH IT$13,250

Well I wasn't going to write this just yet, as my surgery isn't for another 3 months, but I see others on here also posting pretty early.
I am the mommy of 3 amazing girls--almost 8, 2, and 9 months. I have been self conscious about my belly ever since I had my first, but after having my last, my belly (and boobs) are just unbearable to look at. My friend decided to go for the mm and that was it----I had to do it. I saw how happy she was and excited with the results. That was it- my mind was made. So after talking with my husband about it, we decided that September would be the best time to do it so we wouldnt have to finance it. It would give us enough time to save up for it and just pay out of pocket.
Ever since I made the decision to do this I have been researching it like crazy! I was beyond thrilled to find this site. It has been so helpful and I just love hearing about others journeys through it all. It's nice to know others are going through the same struggles I am.
Well this surgery consumes my thoughts lol. I have bags of clothes in my closet that I have bought in anticipation of being able to wear any color other than black lol. I think about the results day and night. I just wanna get it over with so I can stop thinking about it---it gets to be exhausting haha.
I have been working hard at losing weight so I can have the best results possible. I am 5'8" and started at 178 lb. I am down 16 lbs so far and am at 162 at this point. I would like to lose another 20 lbs but would be happy with another 10. Good luck to all you other ladies trying to lose! It's hard work, but so worth it!
I will definitely post pics when I figure out how to. I'm using my iPhone and don't know if I can do it from here.
Any suggestions for what to expect, things to do beforehand, etc would be greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure I have researched all I can at this point and have a pretty good idea of what I will need, what to expect and so on. My husband gets so irritated like "are u seriously still looking stuff up about your surgery?!? How can u possibly read any more about it?!?!" lol. My response---"the same way you can look stuff up about cars all day every day!" haha. Anyway, hope to hear from you ladies soon!

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William F. DeLuca Jr, MD (retired)

William F. DeLuca Jr, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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UPDATED FROM Kdm629
3 months pre

So I forgot to that what exactly I'm having done!...

Kdm629June 15, 2012
So I forgot to that what exactly I'm having done! I'm having a full tummy tuck with lipo to abdomen and flanks. Im also having a breast augmentation. I would love love love a lift, but can't afford it at the time. My ps says I am borderline needing a lift---well, I definitely NEED the lift, but she says she is comfortable doing just the augmentation. I can always go back later for the lift if I feel I need it. I have chosen 350-375cc silicone implants. I would love to hear what peoples experiences have been(saline vs silicone) cause in kinda torn. My ps says she really prefers the silicone and hardly ever uses saline. Right now I am a 36c but most of that is skin :( I'm wondering if I should go with a bigger implant cause I see a lot of people wishing they went larger. I have very large hips to match my new big boobs! Lol. Any advice ladies????

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Angie_M
June 16, 2012

I'm so glad you found us, too! And, yes, go ahead and start your story early. You'll get more support that way! You might want to check out this list of supplies to get before your surgery and JenBob's article on mommy makeovers. This member also just wrote an awesome review full of tips.

Hope this helps! Please keep us in the loop as you get closer.

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Blonde in bluffton
June 19, 2012
Hey! Great job losing weight!! I am losing weight right now- well just started. My surgery is in 5 months so I defiantly am posting early! Lol I chose 375- 425 but I may chance that to 450- pretty sure I am.
Your husband sounds like mine. He is so sick of me talking about it! Hehe I won't stop until the surgery is over with plus it's good to be well informed!
Look forward to seeing your transformation!!!
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Blonde in bluffton
June 19, 2012
I forgot to say I hear ya about only wearing black! I can't wait to wear color! You also can't upload from an iPhone- I learned that last week!
Kdm629
June 19, 2012
Yay! Congrats on your surgery!!! How can I update from my iPhone? I'm lost :)
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Blonde in bluffton
June 19, 2012
You can update from your phone just go to www.realself.com log in and go to your profile and hit your update. You can not upload pics though.
UPDATED FROM Kdm629
3 months pre

Well ladies, I feel like everyone on here has had...

Kdm629June 26, 2012
Well ladies, I feel like everyone on here has had that "say yes to the dress" moment with your plastic surgeon---I, on the other hand, have not. I know my PS is very qualified and has many years of experience, but I guess we didnt "click" like it seems others have with their PS. So, that being said, I have made another consultation with another doctor, and actually he is a doctor on this website, which really makes me excited!!! I'm hoping that we click---I have really high hopes. I'm hoping his prices are comparable to the price I was quoted by the other one. My consultation is on July 23rd, its the soonest I could get because of my schedule. Anyway, I borrowed my sisters computer so that I could upload my before pics since I cant do it on our iPad. I am not looking forward to it :(

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Blonde in bluffton
July 17, 2012
How are you doing? Your consult is soon right?
Kdm629
July 17, 2012
I'm doing pretty good. So anxious for my consultation on Monday. I just wanna be 100% confident in my surgeon. I hope he's not too pricey! How is your smoking (or NOT smoking) going? Well I hope :)
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Blonde in bluffton
July 17, 2012
Not smoking is going well! Or as well as it can... Sux! Lol
I hear you in being confident in your your surgeon. It's nerve racking! I knew I found mine when I left wanting to have the surgery right then - I was so comfortable!
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Blonde in bluffton
July 17, 2012
You pick 350-375- so did I- but I think I may go to 425-450 not sure.....
Kdm629
July 20, 2012
I just realized I probably have to click "reply", not just "post a comment" in order for you to receive a notification that I responded to you....anyway, i DID respond to you below. haha. I'm a little slow at this stuff ;)
Kdm629
July 18, 2012
Congrats!!! I can imagine quitting must be extremely difficult! Well yes, I chose 350-375, but just like u, I'm considering 425-450 range. I definitely don't want to regret not going bigger. I will ask the surgeon on Monday what he thinks, and what his recommendation is. My husband says to stick with the smaller ones cause he doesn't want his wife to look like a stripper lol.
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Blonde in bluffton
July 20, 2012
I always hear after women heal they say they wish went bigger. I am worried I will feel that way. My husband says smaller not 425-450. Tell me what your PS says
Kdm629
July 20, 2012
Lol. My husband said the same thing. I showed him with the rice test what 475cc looks like and he was like "whoa!!!!!! My wife looking like a stripper IN THEORY is nice, but in reality, probably not! Go with the smaller ones". Idk...I will see what he says on monday. And I will definately let you know. Are you having a lift? I am gonna ask him what he thinks about the periareolar lift and how much more $$ that would be. I'm so excited. I have a good feeling about this one, but I just worry he will be quote me much more than the others for some reason. I guess we shall see.
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Blonde in bluffton
July 21, 2012

Lol Stripper! My husband says I don't want you looking like a p*** star. Yes I am having a lift- not sure what kind?? What is periareorla lift? Let me know if it's extra money.
Kdm629
July 21, 2012
periareolar lift is where they cut just around the areola and cut extra skin around that and then basically sew the areola back on to get rid of the extra skin (mostly the skin on top). It is actually less expensive than other lifts because it is not as extensive as the other kinds of lifts. The thing is, only certain people are candidates for it because like I said, its not as extensive as say an achor lift or lollipop lift, so it doesnt do quite as much lifting. My nipple is right at the breast crease (slightly above), so the other ps told me I could do the periareolar lift, or not get a lift at all if thats what I opted to do. Idk. If its not that much more on the total, I will get the lift, but if it is, I will have to just get the augmentation. I guess we will see Monday. I will keep you updated.
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Blonde in bluffton
July 21, 2012

Thanks for the info. Do you want a lift? Yes keep me updated!
Kdm629
July 21, 2012
I would love a lift. It's just the added cost of the lift that I don't want :) And I guess te scars kinda suck too, so the periareolar lift is a good alternative in that respect too.
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Blonde in bluffton
July 21, 2012

Yes it sounds like a good choice! Let me know
Kdm629
July 23, 2012
so i went today, and he said 400-425 range would be good on me. He said i'm not a tiny woman, and my shape can handle it lol. i'm going with saline now tho
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Blonde in bluffton
July 23, 2012

I can't wait to have my pre op I need to decide on a size I think I will go somewhere between 400-450! I don't know?? I wish they could say you will be a full D with 400cc's or what ever ya know?
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