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Tummy Tuck for my 50th Birthday - Davis, CA

2 c sections (had children at age 36 and 39) 1...

2 c sections (had children at age 36 and 39) 1 endometriosos surgurey, looks like I have 2 large rolls, belly button is almost hidden in the crease, have been working out for years, currently 2 spin classes and 2 zumba classes per week minimum and the rolls just wont go away, my 50th birthday is March 24th, my surgurey is scheduled March 28th, I am really scared but really excited at the same time, everyone thinks I am nuts for making the tummy tuck my big birthday present, but I want to be able to wear a nice girlie fitting t shirt and look good in it, and I am tired of being embaressed about my rolls and not having fun


TT is on Monday the 28th! I am so so so nervous....

TT is on Monday the 28th! I am so so so nervous. Went to pre op Tuesday, doc did say he is putting a binder on me and I cant take it off until post op visit. I feel like I am going to throw up I am so excited and scared.

It's tommorrow I am so nervous

It's tommorrow I am so nervous

1 week post op and love how I look so far. I am...

1 week post op and love how I look so far. I am having leg pain so we are testing for clots which I pray is negative. It is very stressful dealing with that so its hard to focus on the bod. I am definately flatter, looking forward to all the swelling going down and getting negative results on the blood test:)
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Dr. Brewer spent alot of time with me at the initial consult showing me the details of a tummy tuck. I am 1 week post op and I have called him several times with different issues and questions. He always calls back immediately and is never rushed to get me off the phone with all my concerns. My tummy so far looks amazing, but it will be several weeks to see the final result.

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3boys 1princess 7 Apr 2011
Just seeing how the blood test results came out! Thinking bout you!
BikiniDreaming 4 Apr 2011
Happy Belated Birthday! I hope your recovery is going fabulously. You sound very similar to me with your 2 'c's and exercise routine. I decided just after my 49th birthday that I will be fitter and more fabulous for my 50th... I keep ribbing the friends that know that I will be wearing a bikini to my party. I am sure I will be constantly flashing my new tummy. Brilliant present and I am right behind you. Enjoy the new you - you deserve it :) x
Madison5269 (RealFriend) 4 Apr 2011
Happy birthday! That is a perfect present for you! Congrats! Glad you look great & hope that your blood clot test turns out negative - let us know.

I will be turning 40 in May, just in time to enjoy my TT birthday present! I am 4/8, so a few more days for me!

We work so hard raising our families, there is nothing wrong with wanting our bodies to look beautiful again!
3boys 1princess 31 Mar 2011
Hey, just checking in on you! How are things?
lovelybone123 28 Mar 2011
Hello san..good luck..may God watch over you..and i know you will be fine..keep in touch:)
whitewolf3253 27 Mar 2011
Good luck tomorrow!!!!
Farz 27 Mar 2011
I wish you nothin but the best for tomorrow. I will also be thinking about you! Mine is a week tomorrow!
Joyce in Ohio 27 Mar 2011
Good luck tomorrow, I am 4 days post op. And the pain is not as bad as I thought. I will be thinking of you :-)
keepthefaith 26 Mar 2011
Just had my tummy tuck with lipo two days ago. And I have to say I thought it would be worse. But its not so bad after all. I am already walking around and took a shower today. I had lipo on thighs and back also. And am very happy with my results. I have one drain and my garmets on. Tomorrow here comes the girdle!
Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 26 Mar 2011

WOW glad you are doing so well:)   Remember though to go slow and take care of yourself.  Even if you are feeling really good you are still healing and need to pamper yourself for a while.

No Wonder Woman moves just yet!
3boys 1princess 25 Mar 2011
OH MY!! Happy belated bday! I hope your day was fabulous!! I can't believe our day is on Monday!!! WOOT! Nerves are starting to set in like something fierce!!
Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 26 Mar 2011

Two more days ladies!!! 
San Francisco5707 24 Mar 2011
Thank You Thank You
Today is my actual birthday and all I have on the brain is TT!!!
Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 24 Mar 2011

Happy Birthday San Francisco!   Mine is tomorrow and my hubby is calling it my "47" and Fabulous Birthday.

Hope you had a great day.
San Francisco5707 24 Mar 2011
I will Thank You
lovelybone123 24 Mar 2011
Hello san, i know what you mean..my pre op is monday the day of your surgery..i am getting so nervous..but excited too..well i will keep you in my prayers..good luck to you and keep us with your journey too..and i will do the same:)
Rory76 24 Mar 2011
Happy early Birthday!! I think this is a wonderful present to yourself. Let them all think what they want and take care of you. :-)

Posting here has been wonderfully supportive and helpful. (I am 4 days post op from a TT and wouldn't have made it though without these wonderful ladies)

I will keep you in my thoughts your day of :-) Please let us know how it goes.
lovelybone123 20 Mar 2011
Well happy birthday soon..that is a good b-day present for your self..i think we all deserve this mommy make over..is a new us..i'm 51 and my hubby give me this gift last x-mas. so here i am waiting for my date..i will keep all u guys with my coming journey..may God watch all of us..
3boys 1princess 16 Mar 2011
When is your pre-op again? Mine is tomorrow. Getting nervous about that! Our surgery date is almost here! WOOT!!
Natasha Waco 24 Feb 2011
happy early birthday! I will be zonked out on meds so I figured wish it to you now! Thats an awesome birthday present to yourself and you are not crazy for wanting to get this done!
San Francisco5707 20 Feb 2011
Happy Birthday to you too!!! Yes lets definately share the experience. It will be great to compare notes and give each other helpful hints.
3boys 1princess 19 Feb 2011
Happy Birthday to you and me!! I am doing this for my 30th birthday and am going in on March 28! Can't wait to share in this journey with you!!
San Francisco5707 13 Feb 2011
Thank you all for the nice comments, I have never done a post like this, it sure is nice to be in the same boat as they say with others doing the same thing:)
Angiemcc (Community Manager) 10 Feb 2011

What a fabulous birthday gift to give yourself! I bet you're going to love your results. We'd love to see before and after photos if you'd be willing to post them.

Looking forward to following you on your tummy tuck journey!

Stina 9 Feb 2011
aww Happy Birthday in advance and Good luck on your future procedure. (= Iam also getting a tummy tuck done this coming Tuesday and am nervous and excited at the same time.

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