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Hello ladies! Iam 29, in May, and a mom to three...

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MomofgirlsFebruary 1, 2012
WORTH IT$13,000

Hello ladies! Iam 29, in May, and a mom to three girls. They are 11,8,and soon to be 7. I have always been a very petite girl, weighing 105 most of my life. Iam 5'4. I was 105 to start out during all three of my PG.When i went in to deliver I was 195, all three times.I lost the weight within a few months,every time. I now have my tubes tied and very saggy skin when i bend over and my breasts are like paper thin when i bend over. I have decided to have a makeover with a tt and bA and lipo in the love handles......I feel crazy not being able to tell anyone because of the comments about your so tiny, you dont need it. Blah blah blah......I am a nervous wreck...I am so afraid of dying over such a crazy thing. leaving my girls is killing me. I truley dont want them to know due to body image issues. I am trying to keep calm ,but i need all the help i can get.Please Please post helpful hints and tips to fast recovery

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Angie_M
February 2, 2012

Oh, I feel for you. First of all, I think you'll make it through this with flying colors (not that I'm any sort of medical professional, but pretty much all healthy, non-smoking women who have board certified surgeons are thrilled with their results).

I know it's hard. Check out Jenbob's post about her mommy makeover. It's entertaining and informative. And we're here for you through this, too. You'll be amazed at how supportive the mommy makeover community on RealSelf is.

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1 month pre

Well, today I will put down my deposit.......ugh!...

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MomofgirlsFebruary 2, 2012
Well, today I will put down my deposit.......ugh! I'm so very nervous and afraid of dying lol. I am really praying for a fast recovery. Can anyone tell me if you are able to care for kids and cook dinner after ten days?

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Mindy Lou
February 2, 2012
You are going to look great. I too have a unrealistic fear of dying. The doctor and nurse actually laughed when I told them I just wanted to live..Lol. I would say from what I have read 10dpo you should be getting back to some sort of normal with some discomfort and swelling of course. Best of luck on your journey. Mine is 2 weeks from today :-)
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slimsoon
February 2, 2012
Hey mommyofgirls,

You are gonna look awesome after your makeover. Your so lucky to have such a small frame. It's only normal to be scared. I think if you read most of the blogs you'll see that everyone is nervous at some point. I gained 70 lbs on my first pregnancy at it really did a number on my body too. My skin was so stretched. Can't wait for my big day lol. Good luck and stay positve!
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Drea28
February 3, 2012
I feel the exact sasme way!!!! i have a little boy who is 7 and a 1 1/2 yr old and i am so afraid of death as well! not to mention the recovery! i am getting a tummy tuck a breast lift and lipo of my flanks! march 19th is my big day! keep me posted on any remedies to recovery as well! one of my friends told me to purchase a recliner but i really dont have room for it but we will see! good luck! and you will look fab after! just think we will look great in a bikini by summer!! thats what i keep telling myself!
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uniquelynoone
February 3, 2012
You are going to look fantastic!
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Well, last night I decided since I am a side...

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MomofgirlsFebruary 21, 2012
Well, last night I decided since I am a side sleeper, I would make my nest early and try it out before all the pain. I am so glad I did! I did not sleep very much. I had no place to rest my head with out straining my neck. Any advice! I'm pretty comfy except my head. I go to my pre op visit Monday the 27! I'm not a workout kinda person, I mean I do some times try to be, but I never stick to it. A worry I have is that my body won't be able to handle the surgery or recovery because I'm not fit.....16 days!! Prayers please..

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uniquelynoone
February 21, 2012
One of the dr's on here recommended 1/2gram of protein per pound of body weight in the weeks/days prior to surgery. He said that it would help with the recovery.
Mandelion
February 23, 2012
as far as sleeping, luckily i have a tempurpedic adjustable bed. I think some places do a free 30 day trial. I love it! just an idea!
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Momofgirls
February 23, 2012
Thank you guys! I tried the bed,( trial run before pain) not good. Lol! We are now trying a rocker chair and ottoman from out media room. Hope this works, if not I will use a recliner from my mom.
justcallmebri
February 25, 2012
Hi!! Our surgery is on the same date!!! I am sure you will be fine and its probably just your nerves getting to you. I was also thinking about getting a mini tummy tuck but I got scared of the scar. I can't wait to see pictures. Good Luck!!!!
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