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8 weeks with updated pictures - Des Moines, IA

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I am 32 and have 3 kids (all in 4 years). My...

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kati81February 27, 2013
WORTH IT$7,995

I am 32 and have 3 kids (all in 4 years). My middle child was 10 lbs and a c-section and my youngest resulted in an emergency c-section/hysterectomy. I have been wanting a tummy tuck for 5 years since I had my last baby.

Over the last year I have lost 46 lbs. I am down to 157. I am comfortable with my body except my hideous stomach. i have stretchmarks almost to my bra. I have to lumps. the area above my belly button and the big flabby pouch below my belly button. and my belly button.....hideous. I want my body to match how I feel inside. I am so nervous and excited. I go for my pre op next week. So far I have learned a recliner is a must. I am going to try to have meals prepared a head of time so I can eat healthy. my mom is going to stay with me at least the first week. I am trying to picture what I will look like but I just cant. its been so long since I had a flat stomach. I would to have any tips or advice.

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David L. Robbins, MD, FACS

David L. Robbins, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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IttyBittyTittyComitty
March 2, 2015
you look great I am thinking of a consult how are you doing since then thanks
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16 days pre

SO I have 2.5 week til surgery. i have been doing...

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kati81March 3, 2013
SO I have 2.5 week til surgery. i have been doing a lot of reading. i am so concerned about the swelling. I am also worried because I have IBS and for the past week or so I have not felt good. i have been bloated and going between not going to the bathroom and going too much. I am worried the surgery will just make it worse. I am still going go through with it. I have waited too long. I would appreciate any tips on swelling or dealing with IBS.

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Kimmers25
March 3, 2013

Welcome to the tummy tuckers!

Great job on the weight loss!  This will allow for some really great results.  These doctors work miracles with our tummies.   Start your bikini shopping now:)

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14 days pre

2 weeks to go. I am getting so anxious and nervous...

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kati81March 5, 2013
2 weeks to go. I am getting so anxious and nervous. I am excited but I am not excited about the pain. I have really been focused on the swelling. I am freaking out about.

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JENI81
March 6, 2013
Good luck hunny
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