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“So Nervous! - Orange County, CA”

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Updated 8 Mar 2011

Posted 27 Dec 2010

I am 33. 5'8 155 lbs.I have always gained weight in my tummy and my legs are pretty skinny so it always looks like I'm pregnant. I get asked quite often and I'm always scared someone is going to ask whenever they look at me.

 

Updated on 17 Jan 2011:
okay, so 18 days till the big day!! Was Having second thoughts today so I took some pictures and omg!! those thoughts went right out the window! Well here are some before pics.. so embarassing but here you go.



Updated on 18 Jan 2011:
Have any of you done the rice test?

 

Updated on 21 Jan 2011:
So.. I am doing the rice test and think I have decided on 2 cups of rice.. It will be saline and under the mussel. Do you guys think that is too much? I don't want it to be huge or too small any suggestions??

 

Updated on 26 Jan 2011:
So tomorrow is my Pre-op appointment for Full TT, Lipo of Flanks, Breast aug and lift! There is no going back now!!! Omg the anxiety I am having is crazy..So nervous not really excited anymore..I hope that changes tomorrow. Does anyone know what I should expect?? Or what kind of questions I should ask? Thanks.



Updated on 28 Jan 2011:
My pre op app was yesterday..I told them I wanted to be a D cup.. but not like here comes Jenn's boobs!! I did the rice test and decided on 2 cups of rice.. 1 1/2 was great but 2 I thought, because everyone says they should have gone bigger. The Dr. said 500cc to 525cc. That sounds to big to me. What do you guys think?? I called the office today and said to change it to a C cup instead of a D. I'm so confused. I'm sure the Dr. office is like that girl is crazy. I'm just scared they will be too big. Any suggestions??



Updated on 31 Jan 2011:
Hey about how long did everyone's procedure take for them??



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Updated on 12 Feb 2011:
my boobies feel like they are falling to the floor everytime i stand up is that normal??

Updated on 15 Feb 2011:
Got my drains out today!! I can shower!!!!! wooo hooo!!!

Updated on 19 Feb 2011:


Updated on 19 Feb 2011:
going back to work on tuesday any suggestion for garments to wear at work?

Updated on 28 Feb 2011:


Updated on 8 Mar 2011:
my right breast has been more painful than left it was filled 30cc more which I don't know if that matters but it is real tight and painful to the touch like a bruise feeling on the side by armpit.. 4 weeks out has anyone had the same feeling??

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Baby Blues 28 Dec 2010
I know how you feel. I was asked more than once if I was pregnant when I wasn't. I always gain in my belly as well. This is a great place for support my before and afters are posted on here and I love my results. Tomorrow I will be exactly 3 weeks post op. If you click on my name to the left you can easily get to my posting. There are a lot of great ladies on here and everyone is always willing to give you a pep talk or advice.
nervous1 28 Dec 2010
Thank you :)
Angiemcc (Community Manager) 28 Dec 2010

Hi Nervous,

You're in good company here on RealSelf. There are lots of nervous (but brave) ladies and also many women who've gone through it and can offer great information.

If you haven't already check it out, you might want to read JenBob's article, 10 Things I Wish I'd Known Before A Mommy Makeover. It's packed with tips and is funny to boot.

Please keep us updated on your journey!

Angie

nervous1 28 Dec 2010
Thanks Angie
JenBob (RealFriend) 30 Dec 2010
Hey, you should check out Daffy173 review. I think she is from Orange County too.
nervous1 30 Dec 2010
thanks jenbob!
nervous1 30 Dec 2010
Has anyone ever gone to dr. Aeillo in orange count ca I don't see any reviews for him and that makes me nervous.
daffy173 (RealFriend) 31 Dec 2010
Hi Nervous
I am 4-1/2 weeks post op. My doctor is Jay Calvert in Newport Beach. Where is your PS located? Where are you having your procedure?

You're a lot younger than me, but the same otherwise- 5'8" and the day of surgery 156#. I looked pregnant too- just no muscles left after my big babies.

You'll be thrilled when you see how great this looks - and feels....i'm buying size 8 pants already! Unbelievable!
nervous1 1 Jan 2011
Hi daffy173,
My PS is in Los Alamitos. What was your size pants before? Your an 8 now that's great!
Thanks for you comment.
Happy New year!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 1 Jan 2011
I was wearing size 12 pants. Now they fall off me!
beachgal 18 Jan 2011
I can vouch for how Daffy173 looks, since I met her last week. She REALLY looks great. It is simply amazing! I hope we all can look as good as she does 6 weeks post-op. What an inspiration!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 18 Jan 2011
Ah shucks Beachgal! Thanks for the compliment. I'm not crazy about the weird swelling but at least the doctor is on top of it.
Have a nice trip...get in touch when you get back
beachgal 1 Jan 2011
Hi Nervous!

I will be having a BL, BA, Lipo and TT one week after you. I am also in Orange County. Please let me know if you want to go through this together!! I just put up my review, yesterday "2/11/11 Mommy Makeover" This month will go by very fast and we will then be getting a fantastic new look!Good luck to you!!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 1 Jan 2011
Hi beachgal. I'm in san clemente and would have loved to have a local girl during my first few weeks. I'd love to visit you and nervous1 if you're anywhere near me...I'll bring you crackers!

Good luck on your journey...it's a great trip!
nervous1 1 Jan 2011
I would love too!! Thank you!
beachgal 3 Jan 2011
Sounds great!

Beachgal
nervous1 10 Jan 2011
25 DAYS!!!!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 11 Jan 2011
Yippee!
Sharon at RealSelf (Community Manager) 11 Jan 2011

It's like waiting for Christmas. :)

nervous1 11 Jan 2011
yes it is :) but nerve racking lol
nervous1 11 Jan 2011
I'm only a few weeks away and I keep gaining so much weight..I can't stop eating :( It is so bad..Is it because of nerves?? I have to nick this in the butt..somehow.
JenBob (RealFriend) 12 Jan 2011
I did the same thing. I gained almost 10lbs before surgery!!!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 12 Jan 2011
When I first scheduled my surgery I thought...I can eat anything because they'll takemit all off. Then I realized the risks were related to the amount of fluid they removed, so I stopped pigging out and lost 4 pounds. Honestly I don't think it made a damn bit of difference!
bigbumper 12 Jan 2011
Nervous1, I did the same thing i think if your a nervous eater that follows you no matter what...most of us have some type of issues when it comes to food...good luck!!
daffy173 (RealFriend) 17 Jan 2011
Nervous is normal! It will all be fine!

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