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Been Thinking About It for Awhile - Detroit, MI

Name: Been Thinking About It for Awhile - Detroit, MI
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Author: Jo26.2

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So my cost is high because I am adding a lift with...

Jo26.2November 16, 2011

WORTH IT$11,000

So my cost is high because I am adding a lift with small implant. It's a little scary but very exciting I thought I would be waiting til next Nov but depending on ps schedule it could be as early as next month. I meet with him on Friday so I will know more then.

Not too scared for breast lift with small implant since I had reduction when I was 18, but 23 yrs later need the lift w a small implant. It's the tummy tuck that is a little daunting. I have an athletic build and was 1) concerned what people would think....not sure why, but you mention it to even some friends that maybe larger and they think you are $&@)(; in the head because you are small but I have this skin that just isn't going anywhere 2) I am a runner and the fact that I will be off for not sure how long is well its unknown 3) kids 4) work, not necessarily in that order but I have a lot of help regarding the kids so that really isn't a big concern. But hey I am 41 in the best shape of my life with this skin that just isn't going anywhere.

Now I just want it done now... I will keep you posted

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MaumeeMG

November 17, 2011

Good for you Jo26.2!! I'm getting mine Jan 9th. I hear you about not wanting to tell anyone AND about how the people you mention it to are like "WHAT??" (especially if they are heavier than you). I always tell people that clothes hide A LOT!! I've told my mom and my hubbs so far, and a few girlfriends (some supportive, some think I am a whackjob). My husband is supportive but nervous about the procedure. My mom is supportive but doesn't think I "need" it. You know - it is so relative to each individual. I know it will make me feel so much better and more confident. Like you, I am a runner and no amount of mileage was making the loose skin disappear.

As far as the recovery goes - of all the stories I've read on here, being fit is the #1 best thing you can do prior to surgery to help a speedy recovery. Keep running and eating well and I'll bet you'll be fine! And don't enter any races next year until after the surgery! I know it will be hard but you don't want to push yourself. Which is counter-intuitive when you are a runner! :) I would love to run the Chicago marathon next year but I just don't want to plan anything yet.

Hopefully your ps's schedule opens up and you can have your procedure in Dec.! Post an update when you know!

Angie_M

November 17, 2011

I'm super excited for you! A tummy tuck is a great procedure for removing extra skin. And combined with the breast work you're having done, you're going to get one hot bod! Thanks so much for sharing here on RealSelf!

UPDATED FROM Jo26.2

So I thought I updated this, it could come...

Jo26.2November 18, 2011

So I thought I updated this, it could come through twice.

Dec 13 is the date! A little scared, not for the breast augmentation but more for the tummy tuck. PS said my scar will come up on sides due to my well defined obliques ( I guess that's not bad) but he said he has to follow that line so in low-rise pants middle of scar will be low but sides will come up. I do have some faint visible scaring from my reduction 23 yrs ago and he said if those don't bother me these won't ... But I can't believe it is so soon I have been thinking about for awhile but just decided 3 weeks ago to actually pursue it and now it is actually happening.......excited...scared...more excited!

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waiting to exhale

November 18, 2011

WELCOME YOU WILL FIND ALOT OF GREAT ADVICE AND ENCOURAGEING WORDS FROM THE GALS!

hockeymom77

November 30, 2011

Great news that you are going through with this. I was also more scared about the tummy tuck part. I'm now 12 days post op, and moving better than I had imagined. I occasionally take Tylenol, but otherwise use no pain meds. I'll start driving tomorrow. The only issue I have was caused by not getting drains. Review drainage with your doctor. I hope this helps. Good luck.

MaumeeMG

November 30, 2011

Yay Jo26.2!! So glad you were able to get a date in Dec!! I am looking forward to following your journey. If you are comfortable with it, we'd love to see "befores" and of course the "afters. I want to see those obliques! ;-)

Jo26.2

December 1, 2011

Getting ready to go off on a girls weekend. I will post pictures when I get back. I need to get my husband to take some first.

waiting to exhale

December 1, 2011

OK SWEETIE !!! HAVE FUN

UPDATED FROM Jo26.2

So only two more days and I am a little nervous. ...

Jo26.2December 11, 2011

So only two more days and I am a little nervous. I finally added some before pics. Sometimes I am not sure why I want to go through with this, I don't think I look that bad. Funny as my husband was taking the pictures he said really you look great. But as you can tell from my breast reduction my chest looks uneven and kinda flat and my abs, well I dont think they are terrible but that skin is just not going anywhere...48 hrs left...,.

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waiting to exhale

December 12, 2011

HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT WEEKEND! PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED!!!

Kate R Hebert

December 12, 2011

Good luck tomorrow!!! It's sounds like you are very prepared and ready to go. What PS are you using?