“Tummy Tuck with Lipo To Flanks - Dallas, TX”

Well after MANY years of wanting this, it looks like I'm FINALLY going to have my "Jelly Belly" removed!! I'm scheduled to have a Ovary/Cyst Removal combined with Tummy Tuck and Lipo on June 1st!! Everything is scheduled and ready to go!!

I started my pre-surgery vitamins this morning...I've done my research and I'm ready to get the show on the road. However, I'm scared to death!! Any suggestions or tips that will help my recovery go smooth?? Will be posting before pics!! This is a WONDERFUL website!!

Updated on 24 May 2011:
I forgot to give a mini bio so here goes! I'm 45 yrs old, 5'5 and weigh about 150... I'm pretty much happy with my body except for my "Jelly Belly"!! I've had two previous surgeries cut from the belly button down, so I'm happy to be getting rid of these scars!

Updated on 27 May 2011:
Only 5 more days! I'm filled with so much excitement ... Will try to post before pics AGAIN not sure why they're not there??

Updated on 29 May 2011:
As the day gets closer my heart is SO filled with nerves and excitement!! I just wish that it would hurry up and get here.....

Updated on 31 May 2011:
Well it's FINALLY here! Tomorrow is my BIG day and needless to say I'm scared to death!! I've wanted this for so long and now that it's here I keep second doubting myself... What if something goes wrong, or what if I don't wake up...... I guess all this is normal and I just need to STOP worrying!! I finally got my before pics up!!

Updated on 1 Jun 2011:
Today is my BIG day! I'm getting ready to go to the hospital, I was able to get some sleep last night but my nerves did get the best of me! I'm SO excited knowing that I will be coming home without my "Jelly Belly"...... I'll post as soon as I can and let everyone know how it went!! Take care and have a WONDERFUL day!! Keep me in your prayers for a speedy recovery!!

Updated on 3 Jun 2011:
Just a short update more when I feel better! Surgery went well, had to spend the night. My first night was VERY painful, looking forward to less pain. Very swollen and bruised in the flank area. Thanks SO much for the prayers!!

Updated on 5 Jun 2011:
Well I'm 4 days out from my surgery and I'm almost wishing I wouldn't have done it. I thought I had done my research but I was NOT prepared for this. Between the pain, the drains, the overall experience has not been good. I got to see my incision and it looks horrible, my belly button doesn't look right, I'm bruised all over (especially above my incision) maybe it's just too early and everything hasn't settled or the pain medication is playing a part...... I just feel so emotional right now."..

Updated on 6 Jun 2011:
Today is day 5, went to my PS and got 1 drain removed he will remove other by Friday. My pain has gone down some but the lipo areas are the worse, I can't even tell a difference. Will post pics tomorrow.

Updated on 7 Jun 2011:
Posted New Pics! I still can NOT decide if I like the new belly or not. I think maybe I'm just being impatient.....

Updated on 8 Jun 2011:
Well today makes one week since my TT w/ Lipo! I got my second drain removed. I'm off pain Meds only taking Ibuprofen and Tylenol.. I have very minimal pain, mainly in my sides from the Lipo. The "blues" have FINALLY left and I do hope they stay away not welcome! From what I've read and my own personal experience I think everything that I've encountered is normal. From the regret to the blues to the just not knowing is part of the journey... It DOES get better as time passes. I can not wait to see my results in a week.

Updated on 17 Jun 2011:
Well I'm 2 weeks out from having my TT. The best advice that I think I can give is do ALL your research and KNOW that this is NOT a overnight result. It's a hard surgery but if you do what your suppose to, get the rest needed but most of all be patient, it all comes together. I've been all over the board with different emotions but I'm finally starting to feel good and like my results! I can't wait to see what it's going to look like in 6 months. I've lost 10 lbs and I'm back in my size 4's. Still dealing with swelling and have some pain, but overall life is good!! Will post new pics in a few days!!

Updated on 23 Jun 2011:
Time flies when you're having fun, right? Well it's been 3 weeks since my TT, I seen my PS yesterday and it seems that everything is looking good and doing what it's suppose to be doing, so I'm HAPPY and PLEASED.. I still have some soreness which is part of the process, but I'm walking 100 % upright. I still feel like I'm going to pull something open. I wish there was a "Miracle" cure for the swelling. I'm down to wearing the Spanx during the day, and I also add the binder at night just for added support. Can't wait to see what my results are for next week!!

Updated on 29 Jun 2011:
Post Op 28 days since TT!! Posted new pics, excuse the glare from being so WHITE! HaHa... I so need a TAN!! All is well, progress still going good, have my moments when I'm completely drained frome energy but otherwise good. I finally have the feeling back in my stomach area, it feels SO weird at times, I get these tingly pains but I believe that's all normal?? I don't go back to the PS for 8 weeks, woo hoo!! Have a safe and blessed Happy 4th!!