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I Know Its Going to Be Worth It - Independence, MO

  • May 2012

I am a mother of three beautiful,healthy kids....

  • 27 Apr 2012

I am a mother of three beautiful,healthy kids. ages 12,11 and 8.I had two C-Sections need i say more. im ready to get rid of this extra fat pocket. I had a breast Aug. in November 2011, after that, my fat pocket become more noticeable. With that being said December, I made an appointment to see the same PS who preformed my surgery in November. I want to know if i would be a good candidate for a TT.

Ok.... I have 11 days till my TT.... I'm nervous...

  • 6 May 2012
Ok.... I have 11 days till my TT.... I'm nervous as ever!!!! i got everything lined out for my hubby and mother. my mothers is coming to stay with me for the first week. Ready to get this over with... Im glade my Husband is so supportive!!! hes making sure that my list of items i need while im recovering has been completed. more updates to come :-)

So i have 9 days to go...... im laying here in my...

  • 8 May 2012
So i have 9 days to go...... im laying here in my bed with a head ache... Im trying not to take any medicine, i want my body to clear of everything before surgery on the 18th... my kids are asking a lot of questions :-)

Im a mess right now....... I have 8 days to go.......

  • 10 May 2012
Im a mess right now....... I have 8 days to go.... i cant wait! still need to post before pictures. i keep checking my supplies over and over again making sure i got everything i need.

So.... my time is drawing near. K went yo jcpennys...

  • 15 May 2012
So.... my time is drawing near. K went yo jcpennys looking. For shapers and boy was I disappointed in the selections. I went to target and found what I was looking for. Hubby put my electric lift chair together today while i was at work. Man the 18th is the day that will change my life!!! I have been waiting on this day for a long time!!!!!!



So ladies keep me in your prayers and I will say a prayer for the group .... happy healing ;-)

Posting my before pic......

  • 15 May 2012
Posting my before pic......

I'm falling apart right now..... i havent been...

  • 16 May 2012
I'm falling apart right now..... i havent been able to eat or sleep... my emotions are getting the best of me.... my husband told me last night---- dont chicken out now, you have come this far!!! my husband is so supportive :-)

Headed to wally world to pick up a few last minute...

  • 17 May 2012
headed to wally world to pick up a few last minute items.... 7 hours to go :-)



Talk to yall later.....

It's over.... I made it..... can't complain about...

  • 19 May 2012
It's over.... I made it..... can't complain about much at this point and time. Ill try to post pic later todsy. On a scale of 1-10 I would Say my pain is a 2. I'm really nauseated this the part I dread.....

It's been 3 months ad im loving my results ! I...

  • 12 Aug 2012
It's been 3 months ad im loving my results ! I will post pic soon... My recovery was quick.. Ok was back at work in twenty one days.

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I tried looking up your doctor. I can't seem to find him... Does he practice in Independence, MO. ??
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Hi! I would love to see your after pics. I'm scheduled for 02/22.
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How did it go...can't wait for the pics!
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How are you feeling post-op? How does it compare to your c section recovery?
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Could you leave email info or contact number on you doctor please thanks
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Hang in there girl...it's not as hard as it seems. once you get in there one min you will be talking, then sleep and then waking up in the recovery room....it all seems to happen so fast! You will be fine!!! Good luck!
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@tmonie12 I know what you saying...... i had a breast AUG back in November 2011 and all i can remember is getting on the operating table and then waking up in a whole different room.
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LOL! Thats the best, but quickest sleep ever! LOL! It will be the same way with the tummy tuck!
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Thanks krnamba...... when is your TT? I'm so ready for may 18th....
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I just had mine on the 9th. I am doing surprisingly well for only 6days post op. Maybe i am lucky or something but it has really been a piece of cake for me. the only real hard part for me has been how restricted you are and the back pain. you don't realize how much you use your ab muscles until you can't use them. My one suggestion to you woulda to rent a lift recliner... Or even just a regular recliner if you don't have one. Hungary been a life saver. You can't lay flat so being on a bed is uncomfortable unless you have tons of pillows to put around you. Even then, the recliner is nice cause it kind of wraps around your body. I got mine from rent a center and paid $40 for two weeks. Definitely worth it
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Hey! I am in Missouri too! My doctor was Dr.Chhatre in Lees Summit =] You're going to be very happy when this is all said and done! Good luck with everything!
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brand spanking new here- I live in St. Louis, MO. Any ideas on where to get TT with lipo on abs and flanks? All consults have been $8-$13k. I see here tons of ladies at $4k-$6k. I saved the cash and now its sooo much more expensive then I thaught. I am willing to travel if it makes sense financially and it is save.
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Good luck! Hope the best for you!
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Good luck with everything, and thanks for the comment. I really appreciate it. I can't wait to see your results :-)
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I would like information on the physicians that has a free consultation..and with the surgery price 4,725 range if not less.

Thank you
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brand spanking new here- I live in St. Louis, MO. Any ideas on where to get TT with lipo on abs and flanks? All consults have been $8-$13k. I see here tons of ladies at $4k-$6k. I saved the cash and now its sooo much more expensive then I thaught. I am willing to travel if it makes sense financially and it is save.
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Good luck! i also had two c-sections!
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