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Recovering VERY well...considering! - Chicago, IL

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So, now that I've finally gained the courage...

CyootiePyeJune 8, 2011
WORTH IT$6,700

So, now that I've finally gained the courage to post my before pics, I would love to tell my story. I've been on RealSelf for quite some time now, and I must say how refreshing it is to read these reviews!!! So now it's time to share my story.

I'm 26, no kids, and 'big boned'. I was VERY chubby in high school, and for whatever reason, I lost about 60 pounds a couple years after, leaving with me with a sexy curvy shape. I love my build and my body, but my 'double gut' as I call it has to go!!! I told myself I would wait until I got married and had kids, and then I would get a TT. Too bad life doesn't work the way you want it to!!! Got married 2 years ago, but now we're on the rocks, and I realized that tomorrow isn't promised to anyone and it was time to do something I wanted!!! With that being said, I got braces to fix my smile in March, and I'm getting my TT on June 15th!!! I was worried about if I decide to have children in the future, but at this point, I'll cross that bridge WHEN or IF I get to it!!!! I was feeling selfish at first, but if I don't make me happy, who will???

I went for my pre-op June 2nd, and I'm just about ready to go...besides running little errands and tying up loose ends. I would go back and forth with myself, trying to say I didn't need it. I didn't realize how much I needed and wanted this until the nurse took my 'before' photos!!! I felt like a pig at an exhibition! Really! But that's all going to change in exactly a WEEK!!!!

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Michael Horn, MD

Michael Horn, MD

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Replies (8)

Kimmers25
June 10, 2011

Hi Girl,

Thank you for sharing your story here on RealSelf!  Love it that you feel so comfortable with all of the ladies on here. 

Well you are not selfish and do not look like a pig and an exhibition.   But I do know what you mean about the camera thing.  I wanted to die when I first got a look at my before pictures....Grrrr

You are curvaceous like the rest of us and look good to me.  You are going to love having a new tummy!  Wow only one more week to go and you will have the new you.  I am excited to see your after pictures. 

I look forward to reading your posts and following your recovery.

 

CyootiePye
June 10, 2011
I'm hoping for the best outcome, and just praying that I have a speedy recovery! Everyone keeps telling me I'll bounce back because I'm fairly young, but then others tell me I've never been through surgery and it will be ROUGH!
Kimmers25
June 11, 2011

Each person is different so just go into this with a positive attitude, tell yourself it will hurt but you will be fine, and that you are going to have wonderful results. 

Try to focus on the positive and know that the pain and swelling are all temporary.    It is all worth it in the end. 

You can do this...and will be fine.

feasha
September 14, 2011
Hi every one I had my tt done recovering well
feasha
September 14, 2011
Hi every I had my tt done still recovering send me a post to let me no how every one doin
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SarahBug
June 10, 2011
I dont know what happened to my previous comment but.... Cant wait to see your results! We have surgery the same day, and our tummys are very similar. I havent came across many that look like us. Best wishes, keep us updated!
CyootiePye
June 10, 2011
I've been having technical difficulties too!!! I originally uploaded 4 pics, but I see only one on my review...I'll try again later. SOOOOO exciting we're going on the same day! We'll have to keep each other updated on our progres...PUH-LEASE tell me you're just as nervous as I am!!!
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SarahBug
June 11, 2011
you better believe im nervous! But i know its the right choice! I wanna see my belly button again =)
UPDATED FROM CyootiePye
5 days pre

5 DAYS TO GO!!!! I have been freaking out all...

CyootiePyeJune 10, 2011
5 DAYS TO GO!!!!
I have been freaking out all week and can't stop OBSESSING about my TT!!! I've made arrangements for my dog, and just found out that I'm coming on period!!! (I'm the opposite of most women, stress brings on my period) This is really crappy because I don't really get them...maybe once a year, and now the time that I need it not to come, it comes!!! Ahhh! My Dr called me yesterday and said that she's cleared me for surgery, but I'm a tad bit anemic...that kind of worried me a bit, but she said I would be ok, and would bounce back nice. I just don't want any worries!!!

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ashleyyy
June 10, 2011
My surgery is the 15th also!! I am so nervous and excited!! Good luck keep me posted!
Mayela72
June 10, 2011
Love those curves already! you'll be one hot mama with your new tummy! You go girl.
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newbelle
June 12, 2011
Hey Fellow 15th-er. I am excited for you. Sorry to hear you've been through a lot relationship wise and your right, tomorrow may not come and if this is something you want for you, then thats GREAT. I understand the guilt thing. I was the same way but I think we woman often put everyone else first and this is a GREAT thing we are doing to better our quality of life. My thighs are bigger than my hips I swear so I'll have a lot of exercising to do after to help with that but I'm excited for the outcome. You go girl!! All the BEST to you!!
Kimmers25
June 15, 2011

I will be thinking about you and sending good thoughts your way tomorrow.

Mayela72
June 15, 2011
Good luck tomorrow!
UPDATED FROM CyootiePye
Day of treatment

Super excited, and super READY for today!!! Got...

CyootiePyeJune 15, 2011
Super excited, and super READY for today!!! Got the house clean, errands ran, bills paid, prescriptions filled, pineapples cut, etc etc etc!!! To all my tummy twins out there--newbelle, St.Louis8937, SarahBug, Shellybee, lesabq, DOlly24, c-buslady, and ashleyyy....GOOD LUCK and I hope that we can share our experiences together!!!!

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SarahBug
June 15, 2011
(((hugs))) to my belly twin ! Today's the day!
CyootiePye
June 15, 2011
Yes!!! I'm scheduled for 1:30p....EXCITED!!!! Look forward to hearing from you...
Mayela72
June 15, 2011
How exciting! Do you know about how long your surgery will be?
CyootiePye
June 16, 2011
Im hm, and pretty comfortable. It was actually pretty quick!!!!
lesabq
June 15, 2011
Whoo hoo today is our day! I had mine this am and so far feeling great hopefully it stays that way lol. Good luck can't wait to hear how your doing.
CyootiePye
June 16, 2011
Ive started a forum called the june 15th tummy twins. We can discuss our stories there...
feasha
June 15, 2011
hello how are you doing ? i am scheduled to have my tummy tuck on july 19 i am nerveous ,but i know i am in gods hands,i am very greatful for your message ,i to must prepare like you.can you keep me updated on your progress & how you are feeling over all may god bless you in a speedy recovery
CyootiePye
June 16, 2011
Hi Feasha! I'm doing great! I wanted this for a VERY long time, and now knowing that the pain is not bad, this is wonderful. I was nervous too,and made sure that I prayed, prayed and prayed before I went under! You'll be fine. I was a nervous wreck too. I'll keep you updated on my review...I just added some pro and post op pics...check them out!!! Thanks!
Nc112
June 16, 2011
Good luck! My tt is sept. 1. I can't wait. Let me know how you are doing.
CyootiePye
June 16, 2011
It will be the best decision you ever made! I swear it! All my nervousness cam from any types of complications, or too much pain. My Dr. said that I sailed through VERY smoothly, and the pain is so bearable, that I have to remind myself to take my pain meds. I'm gonna upload some pics now....I really cant see a different yet, but its only been about 24 hours...I'll try to blog as much as i can...
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