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Ready to feel better!! Jacksonville, FL
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Hello all, my name is Jessica I'm a 28 y/o...
WORTH IT$5,700
Hello all, my name is Jessica I'm a 28 y/o super mom with 3 kids (lol). I have wanted to get a TT for a long time... Love my kids to no end but being pregnant really took a toll on my body!! So now I'm doctor shopping and wanting to know does anyone have any advice?
Things to ask the doctor? ect? Also I'm posting pics (or trying to post pics lol) Should I try to lose some weight befor I consult.. Thanks for any and all advice ladies :)
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December 29, 2011
Thank you Kimmers25!! I am wanting tone up.. I need to find a way to add the gym to my very full schudle..
December 29, 2011
You look like your weight is within range, just have the same baby tummy lots of us mommies got left with.
I saw 3 docs..make sure they are board certified. There is a difference in being a cosmetic surgeon and a board cert plastic surgeon. My PS happens to be board cert in general surgery as well.
Ask to see before and after pics and pics of where they place the scar. Ask if package includes overnight stay. Mine does and I am gld about that! But many do just fine going home to same day. If you spend some time on this site you will find all kinds of questions to ask..check out Q&A section. Best wishes to you! :)
I saw 3 docs..make sure they are board certified. There is a difference in being a cosmetic surgeon and a board cert plastic surgeon. My PS happens to be board cert in general surgery as well.
Ask to see before and after pics and pics of where they place the scar. Ask if package includes overnight stay. Mine does and I am gld about that! But many do just fine going home to same day. If you spend some time on this site you will find all kinds of questions to ask..check out Q&A section. Best wishes to you! :)
December 30, 2011
Thank you very much :) Did you already have your surgery? I'm most scared of the recovery time.. Is it as bad as I'm thinking??
December 29, 2011
Hi there, I too am a mother of three. And had my tummy tuck 6 months ago and I have no regrets. I saw two doctors and felt comfortable with one. I highly recommend going with the overnight stay for recovery. The first night is pretty intense and if I was at home I would have been scared. I heard you mention you wanted to get in top shape before the surgery and that is a great idea. You will recover much better plus there is a bunch of vitamins you can take to speed up your recovery. I am a personal trainer and I know time is an issue for most mom's. There is a fantastic web site that has nothing but 15min butt kicking workouts that sound perfect for you. I do them all the time and I lost 2 pounds after 5 workouts. The web site is bodyrocktv (not sure of .com or .ca). But if you google it it will come up. I hope this helps. Good luck!
December 30, 2011
Thank you sooo much.. 15 mins is right up my alley lol!! I have been all over this site.. And gathered a ton of info :) I'm not sure if any of the doctors I want to consult with offer overnight stay but I will def be asking!!
December 30, 2011
Ok so here is what I took for about 2 weeks prior to surgery. A good muli vitamin, essential 3-6-9 fatty acid blend, bromelain, garlic, zinc, l-cysteine, vitamin k, vitamin a, CoQ10,and selenium. Once you have the surgery you should add vitamin E and arnica. Keep on taking these vitamins for at least a month after surgery. Be sure not to take the vitamin E until the surgery is over. The arnica really helps with swelling and pain. I stopped taking any pain killers by day two. It also helped me to have a low sodium diet after the surgery which helped with swelling. Plus, I stopped drinking 2 weeks pre op. and the night before surgery I took milk of magnesium to help empty my bowls. And took stool softeners for a week after surgery. I know this sounds like alot but I did my research and wanted to make this as easy a recovery as possible. Good luck!
December 29, 2011
After children, I wish I would have had my tummy tuck a lot earlier, so it's good that you are doing it now! When going on consultations, I would recommend a doctor that puts the highest priority on safety first. I would also choose someone that will show you a lot of before and after pictures so you can get an idea of his or her work. Someone you feel comfortable with and is not over or under charging. Definitely meet with at least 3 board certified doctors. I met with 4 or 5. Good luck with everything!! :D
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Ok so I made my first consult... I feel like I'm...
Ok so I made my first consult... I feel like I'm going to be sick!! (LOL) I don't why I'm so nervous!! I have 3 GIRLS... I'm batman!! HAHA (jk) My app. is for Wensday @ 9!! I am going to weigh myself for the first in a very long time... Not looking forward to it!! I have never really cared about my weight (until now lol) I just cared about how I looked in my clothes.. Thay have been getting tighter with the holidays :( I cant wait to look good naked ~WOO HOO~ I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!!
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April 25, 2021
Good luck!!! I have been looking into making this move for
More than 10 year and I haven't even gone to a consult.
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Ok my surgery is Monday.... I feel like I'm going...
Ok my surgery is Monday.... I feel like I'm going to throw- up (sorry) Nervous DOES NOT COME CLOSE TO HOW I FEEL!!! ~sigh~
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February 26, 2012
Thank you Kinners25!! I am numb with fear... I know I'll be ok but I dk what to expect so.. TERRIFIED!!! lol
February 27, 2012
Good luck with your surgery tomorrow! Stay positive and all will be just fine!!!
February 27, 2012
Thank you!! I know it will be ok... just my nerves are getting the best of me!!
Welcome Jessica! I am happy you joined us and I look forward to seeing you through your journey.
Most doctors recommend that you are within 15-20 pounds of your ideal weight before having the surgery. I can honestly say that I totally agree with them based on personal experience. You will have optimal results if your weight is good before surgery. Having good core strength and muscle tone also helps in the recovery.
As far as doctor shopping goes please take your time. Meet with at least three doctors before making any decisions. You will know when you have found the right doctor for you:)
I have included a link to some of our RealSelf Surgeons in Jacksonville. From this link you will be able to see other patients reviews and ask the doctors questions.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Can you please also send me a link to plastic surgeons in Palm Beach Gardens Florida. By the way, you journal was so wonderful to read and your comments always so supportive. Thanks.
Hi palmtrz
Here is a link to the Florida Doctors. You will be able to check the entire state of Florida from this link.
I am very happy my journal was helpful to you:)