Tummy Tuck: Stories

Mom of 4 an 18,14,8,3 after 4 C-sections I've decided to have an tummy tuck . I have an unwanted belly and stretch marks I've learned how to hide my belly . But when I take my clothes off Bam ... Reality hits I'm nervous & anxious but I deserve to be happy so mommy makeover it is . My consultation is 3/12 at Lenox Hill Hospital hopefully I'm comfortable with the staff & its a go .

Hello Everyone I would like to thank you all for sharing your stories & before & after pictures . Very thankful I found this site . Earlier I stated my first Consultation is 3/12 at lenox Hill here in NY I have a second consultation with Jacobi medical here in NY 5/9 yes 3 months away . My first choice was Harlem hospital but its booked and was told they don't have any consultation dates available right now . And to call back daily . I'm in a rush but not In a rush one day at a time . Looking forward to what the future has to offer without the belly .

Research , research , & more research lol & I think I'm addicted to this site and watching youtube videos before & after . For me its a waiting process after my consultation in March the next is in May in the mean time I will continue to call Harlem Hospital . To see if an consultation date is available I hope this is done and I'm healed by my bday in September . Wishfully thinking .

I keep getting my consultations at Lenox hill & Jacobi medical mixed up 3/12 Jacobi medical 5/9 Lenox hill I pray I can remember ( I have it marked on my calendar) but when referencing to them both I mixed them up smh .

Hello all , another unsuccessful day . I made an attempt to get an consultation @ Harlem hospital nope not today . No consultation dates are available as of yet was told to call
Back @ the end of the week . This is beginning to get annoying but I will continue to call .

Emailed Dr. Robles & she responded with an email & documents that I need to fill out . A lil confused think I'm just going to call 2mar . An ask her to mail the documents & I will send it back priority mail and email her my body shots for a quote of all times for my computer to be under repair its@at best buy for repairs & using the cell it's not allowing me to type on the document never a dull moment . Was / is kinda skeptical about going to the DR . I sure couldn't make that trip alone my mom said she's never flying again so she's out lol luckily I already have a passport flights in the summer months are ridiculous I'm taking everything into consideration . Decisions decisions

Good news FINALLY , got my consultation date ! with Harlem Hospital its 5/20 ( I know 3 mos away ) nevertheless I'm so happy I finally have a consultation date after calling there everyday for 8 days . Unsure how much the consultation is the person who scheduled the appointment didn't have a clue O_o
And transferred me to another ext & no one answered so I left a voice message .

Happy Valentines Day to me !!!! Called Lenox Hill & was able to get my May consultation moved up to March RT after I return from the Bahamas. (Vacation) no 2 piece BUT the next time I go back baby its on !!!!! . Enjoying my day off & its nap time TTY soon ladies .

Thinking about my up coming consultations . And starting my life over because this is a life changing surgery , when your use to constantly hiding a part of your body from friends & even family members . Just the thought of no more attempting to suck in my stomach I been stop wearing girdles (too uncomfortable) . It seems unreal I read updates & think to my self soon this is going to be me . I remember saying to my Husband 6 or 7 years ago I wanted a tummy tuck that thought was quickly dismissed because of other things that were needed for the house the kids etc . For quite some time I haven't been happy but I didn't know why I often thought I suffered from depression althought I've never spoken to a Dr. About it I just put 2 & 2 together . I avoided beaches , pools and any kind of clothing that would expose the shape of my stomach . I haven't taken my kids to the beach yet and my oldest is 18 my middle child use to ask me to go to the beach . Now she doesn't that is one of the first things I will do with them after I'm healed God willing Labor Day 2013 we will make a day at the beach thinking back I haven't worn a 2 piece bikini since I was 10 years old I'm looking forward to trying on 2 piece bathing suits or the one piece that the sides are out are cute 2 . And no more cover ups lol since I started planning & researching my tummy tuck I haven't had a day of sadness caused by my unwanted Unattractive belly & stretch marks . It has really taken a toll on me mentally , some1 who hasent experienced this wouldn't understand where I'm coming from. Although my journey is in the beginning stages I'm looking forward to repairing my body and getting back my body that God gave me . It's funny because since I told my son ( he's 18) every once and a while he looks at me and says I know you can't wait to get rid of that and points to my stomach lol yes Son I can't wait althought I'am nervous about being put to sleep again . I know my life is in Gods hands & I will also pray for the surgeons that will be operating on me . That God guides their hands and give them a clear mind .

When fear is present , dought shortly follows fear will stop you from accomplishing many many things in life . Peace has entered my heart I'm at peace with my decision to have a TT I've also starting looking into belly dance , yoga , Pilates , & a Zumba class maybe 2 a week ( with Dr approval ) just to stay active after surgery & get some definition in my abs because I just don't crave my pre-pregnancy stomach I want a six pack this time around lol .

Hello every1 today I made an decision to cancel my 3/12 ($195) consultation with Jacobi Medical bright & early Monday morning . My first choice is Harlem Hospital Dr. Odofile the chief of PS is assigned for my consultation . I've seen his work on my Coworkers & I'm very impressed . However the wait is long he's very good & every1 wants him happy I have an consultation date in May . My second choice is Lenox Hill consultation set for 3/13 . After my Consultation with Harlem Hospital I will make & decision RT now this is a waiting thing I have the $$$$ thank God for that's & God willing nothing will come between me & my surgery will keep U all updated & continue to read your ladies reviews I'm so addicted to this SIte . & thankful for it as well Good day all .

So tomorrow is my first consultation with Lenox hill . After my May consultation with Harlem hospital I will make an decision .

I'm anxious to hear what the PS will say and finally get a quote .

My consultation went great the PS I met with will no longer be with Lenox hill and the new PS is who I would have to meet with 4/10 didn't get a quote and PS stated he would like me to have a cat scan because of my previous hernias just to make sure I don't have another 1 but if I do it will be removed during surgery . I'm getting excited because this is actually going to happen God willing I will be on the flat side .

My heart is at peace with my decision to have a TT . When I look at my stomach I want it GONE but my head is developing dought ; am I doing the right thing my heart says its only one way to find out . My head says you know u have a low tolerance for pain . My heart says you can do all things threw CHrist who strengthens you . My head says that's a lot of $$$ buy a car OR , bag, shopping spree, take a trip . My heart says if you buy a car OR bag, shopping spree, take a trip will you still be happy with your clothes on or off my answer is NO . My head says your being Vain & you can die . My heart says this has nothing to do with vanity you just want your body back the way it use to be . And you can't cheat death if its your time to go u will whether your on a operating table or crossing the street . It's a battle bettween my heartVShead . I guessing this is normal right ??

Good day Ladies , well next week is my 2nd consultation at Lenox Hill I will meet the "new" surgeon and get my quote . I also Re-scheduled my consultation at Jacobi Medical part of me wishes I would have just kept the last consultation date .i like that there fee is 1 flat rate of 4,600 & no hidden fees . Well im going to cancel my consultation at Harlem hospital I don't want to pay $ 395 for a consultation fee & its not applied towards the surgery . I called NYE&E ( NY eye& ear) and was told due to there being no PS & call back the second week of June to schedule an consultation for July the fee is 75 and goes towards the surgery honestly between Lenox & Jacobi I hope I can make a decision I'm looking for a PS I feel totally comfortable with or its not happening I pray its 1 or the other because I wanted this surgery done before June so I can be somewhat healed for my bday which is on Labor Day this year . This journey has been different it has its ups & down but I will not complain because I know in the end I will be happy have a safe blessed day ladies .

Hello ladies , Tommrow I meet the "new PS @ Lenox Hill that's had been assigned to me I pray that the price is within my budget . I pray personality wise its a match . I pray that this experience will not be in vein . & if its not than plan B it is !!
!! I will keep every1 updated peace & love Real Self .