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Well I'm really excited to share my "Doing Me"...
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Well I'm really excited to share my "Doing Me" journey. I'm a 44 yr old single mother of (1) adult son. After years of struggling w/my weight...I can proudly shout I have lost 55lbs w/eating healthy and working out. Which brings me to Now: sagging boobs, extra belly skin & stalking love handles (that I can't wait to break up with). So I'm in my final stage of finalizing which PS to do my breast lift (if needed), breast augmentation (VOLUME...YIPPEE!), lipo (lower/upper abs, love handles and back), plus a tummy tuck.
I have (2) more PS (I've met w/(5) I'm doing my due diligence) to meet for consultations next week. So this time next week I'll know which doc and surgery date.
I'm only sharing this w/a few close friends. Plus, I may have a hernia which can be repaired during my TT. And the hernia will be my medical excuse for work.
Makeover in the D's provider
Replies (7)
July 23, 2012
That's awesome you saw so many drs! Â I haven't shared with too many people that I am getting surgery- and only told 1 of my 5 siblings.
That is great- your weight loss and eating healthy and working out.Â
Do you know @ when you want to have your surgery?
July 26, 2012
Who is the surgeon you decided to use?
July 29, 2012
Hello. I've finalized my PS. DRUM ROLL...Dr Michelle Hardaway in Farmington Hills, MI. Hopefully, early Sept. surgery date is still available tomorrow.
I still have another 10-12 Ibs to go until I reach my ultimate weight goal. I'm determined to be there for my surgery.
I'll post before pics soon.
Are you planning surgery?
I still have another 10-12 Ibs to go until I reach my ultimate weight goal. I'm determined to be there for my surgery.
I'll post before pics soon.
Are you planning surgery?
UPDATED FROM Makeover in the D
2 months pre
I've finalized my PS. DRUM ROLL...Dr Michelle...
I've finalized my PS. DRUM ROLL...Dr Michelle Hardaway in Farmington Hills, MI. Hopefully, early Sept. surgery date is still available tomorrow.
I still have another 10-12 Ibs to go until I reach my ultimate weight goal. I'm determined to be there for my surgery.
I'll post before pics soon.
Also, I'm on the fence about a breast lift. According to the (7) consultations I've received, I'm right on the cusp of needing a lift. I hate the thought of having scars on my breast and I realize the additional weight of a silicone implant will stretch my skin more. However, my thought is to wait once I get the augmentation...if I need a lift years down the road, do it at that time.
Any thoughts/suggestions??
I still have another 10-12 Ibs to go until I reach my ultimate weight goal. I'm determined to be there for my surgery.
I'll post before pics soon.
Also, I'm on the fence about a breast lift. According to the (7) consultations I've received, I'm right on the cusp of needing a lift. I hate the thought of having scars on my breast and I realize the additional weight of a silicone implant will stretch my skin more. However, my thought is to wait once I get the augmentation...if I need a lift years down the road, do it at that time.
Any thoughts/suggestions??
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July 30, 2012
That's awesome you picked a PS! Congrats. On weather not to get th breast lift- for me my PS said to get what my idea of perky w/ out a lift he would have to go with a much bigger implant- because of the amount breast tissue. With a bigger implant(heavier) u can't stop gravity. There is also great scar creams out there. But I totally get not want the scars. I hope this helps a little!i look forward to following you! :-) my surgery is in oct @ a month after you.
July 30, 2012
Thanks. I'm really excited. The nervousness will set in as I get closer I'm sure. I'm being very diligent to get the last 10-12 lbs off before my surgery. I'm still torn about the lift...if I decide to move forward w/it, it will be a partial donut lift (I can't recall the medical term).
Are you getting closer to your weight goal?? If I can share any advice the closer you are, the more satisfied you'll be. Are you getting a lolipop lift?
Are you getting closer to your weight goal?? If I can share any advice the closer you are, the more satisfied you'll be. Are you getting a lolipop lift?
July 30, 2012
Yes I am getting a lollipop lift? I have @ 15 lbs to go. I have been having a hard time working out with it just being the kids and I. But I have been eating completely clean. I would love any advice! Thx!
i totally get not wanting the scar- that makes me nervous.
July 31, 2012
I'm challenged too, w/the last 10-12Ibs. I've lost over 50Ibs but these last few are HARD!!
Here a few suggestions that have gotten me this far and may help you:
1. Make your heaviest meals breakfast & lunch (brkfst eat like a king, lunch like a prince & dinner like a pauper)
2. Eat a lot veggies, fruit & fish
3. Limit eating out (I try to brown bag it, at least 3-4 times a wk)
4. SparkPeople (a wonderful FREE app) that keeps me honest. I entered my profile and it provides a calorie range to obtain my weight goal. I log my food/fitness and it calculates my calories for the day.
Also, 85-90% of weight loss is diet. I worked out for years and felt I could eat whatever I wanted...I continued being over weight until I got my diet under control. Exercise is great for toning and building strength...a healthy diet drops the unwanted Ibs.
I hope this helps.
Here a few suggestions that have gotten me this far and may help you:
1. Make your heaviest meals breakfast & lunch (brkfst eat like a king, lunch like a prince & dinner like a pauper)
2. Eat a lot veggies, fruit & fish
3. Limit eating out (I try to brown bag it, at least 3-4 times a wk)
4. SparkPeople (a wonderful FREE app) that keeps me honest. I entered my profile and it provides a calorie range to obtain my weight goal. I log my food/fitness and it calculates my calories for the day.
Also, 85-90% of weight loss is diet. I worked out for years and felt I could eat whatever I wanted...I continued being over weight until I got my diet under control. Exercise is great for toning and building strength...a healthy diet drops the unwanted Ibs.
I hope this helps.
UPDATED FROM Makeover in the D
25 days pre
I have 4 wks to my surgery and I'd love to...
I have 4 wks to my surgery and I'd love to communicate with others thru this site.
How do I start dialogue w/other mommy makeovers?? I'm really interested in getting support, advice and hearing other experiences. Should I blog, write a review or ask a doctor?
How do I start dialogue w/other mommy makeovers?? I'm really interested in getting support, advice and hearing other experiences. Should I blog, write a review or ask a doctor?
Replies (13)
August 12, 2012
Hey! For weather or not you need a lift is what you want your end result to look like. For me I am getting a lift and aug. my PS suggested both because of what I want my breasts to look like. I want upper pole fullness and don't want sagginess- my breasts are saggy and I have a lot of breast tissue so my implant(added weight of it) would weigh my breast down. I think it's a personal choice. Financially doing 1 then the other is more expensive.
Are you getting a MR with your tt?
August 12, 2012
Hello Blonde. Good to hear from you. How are you doing? I hope your TT and BA went well.
What's MR?
What's MR?
August 12, 2012
I don't have my surgeries until oct 29th. Muscle repair of your abs:-)
August 13, 2012
My apologies, I thought I read your TT & BA was recent. Oh well, I know you're counting down the days.
Yes, I'm getting a full TT w/muscle repair.
Yes, I'm getting a full TT w/muscle repair.
August 13, 2012
I wish! I have been waiting forever or atleast it feels like it:-/ you must so excited!! Your surgery is soon right.
August 15, 2012
Yes. I'm super excited. My surgery is 9/6...I'm still working hard to reach my ultimate weight goal. Today was a great day w/my diet and I had an AWESOME workout kickboxing. Yesterday, not so great.
Why are you doing your surgery in 2 stages?
Why are you doing your surgery in 2 stages?
August 15, 2012
Not long until your surgery!! Awesome job working out! I start yoga Monday....... I am not sure if you were aking me if I was doing mine in stages but I am not. All at once.
August 16, 2012
I realize I had your profile confused w/someone else. Yoga sounds great. I plan to add yoga or pilates into my workouts post surgery.
I hoping my surgery turns out to be successful. This is my 2nd TT, I had one seven years ago. It was a huge mistake, because I was probably 60 lbs overweight and I thought it was the answer. Oh well, we live and learn. Now that I'm finally in reach of my weight goal, I have a row of extra skin around my belly. I'm embarrassed to share that this is my 2nd TT...but it is what it is. So that's why I'm so determined to reach my weight goal and this time around I'll have a much tighter bod.
I hoping my surgery turns out to be successful. This is my 2nd TT, I had one seven years ago. It was a huge mistake, because I was probably 60 lbs overweight and I thought it was the answer. Oh well, we live and learn. Now that I'm finally in reach of my weight goal, I have a row of extra skin around my belly. I'm embarrassed to share that this is my 2nd TT...but it is what it is. So that's why I'm so determined to reach my weight goal and this time around I'll have a much tighter bod.
August 16, 2012
wow congrats on your amazing weight loss, you are going to be thrilled with your results I'm sure. My surgery is October and I desperately want to lose 10 pounds - any tips on your weight loss success would be so appreciated!! I am having a breast reduction/lift, TT and lipo of the love handles.
August 20, 2012
Hello AussieMumof3, thanks...I feel amazing, however the last 10Ibs are so tough.
Here a few tips that have gotten me this far and may help you:
1. Make your heaviest meals breakfast & lunch (brkfst eat like a king, lunch like a prince & dinner like a pauper)
2. Eat a lot veggies, fruit & fish
3. Limit eating out (I try to brown bag it, at least 3-4 times a wk)
4. SparkPeople (a wonderful FREE app) that keeps me honest. I entered my profile and it provides a calorie range to obtain my weight goal. I log my food/fitness and it calculates my calories for the day.
Also, 85-90% of weight loss is diet. I worked out for years and felt I could eat whatever I wanted...I continued being over weight until I got my diet under control. Exercise is great for toning and building strength...a healthy diet drops the unwanted Ibs.
I hope this helps.
Here a few tips that have gotten me this far and may help you:
1. Make your heaviest meals breakfast & lunch (brkfst eat like a king, lunch like a prince & dinner like a pauper)
2. Eat a lot veggies, fruit & fish
3. Limit eating out (I try to brown bag it, at least 3-4 times a wk)
4. SparkPeople (a wonderful FREE app) that keeps me honest. I entered my profile and it provides a calorie range to obtain my weight goal. I log my food/fitness and it calculates my calories for the day.
Also, 85-90% of weight loss is diet. I worked out for years and felt I could eat whatever I wanted...I continued being over weight until I got my diet under control. Exercise is great for toning and building strength...a healthy diet drops the unwanted Ibs.
I hope this helps.
August 30, 2012
Congrats on your weight loss! I have lost 90 lbs since my highest non-pregnancy weight and would like to reach 100 lbs. The last 10-15 lbs have been very hard so I'm hoping my surgery will help with my motivation to continue on. Best wishes on your surgery! My surgeon also says that I do not need a lift and just the implants... I'm really nervous about that but like you said, we can always get it done later if needed. :)
So smart of you to go on several consultations. And a hernia makes a great excuse! Congrats on your significant weight loss. That takes a lot of discipline and hard work. I hope you'll let us know when you choose a surgeon!