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3 weeks Post Op! Feeling Awesome.

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Hello my name is Gaby I'm 32 y/o mother of...

  • 5 Mar 2012

Hello my name is Gaby I'm 32 y/o mother of twins. I've decided to have a mommy makeover which includes. Breast lift, Gel implants, full tummy tuck and lipo on my upper and lower back. I'm scheduled for the end of the month and quite frankly I'm scared as all hell. It seems to me like alot of surgery at once. My doctor has assured me that it can be safely done given my size and overall health. He is a board certified surgeon with a very successful practice and has been voted best plastic surgeon in orlando a few times now. I guess all the horror stories on here don't help.

So it's less than 20 days till the surgery. I've...

  • 9 Mar 2012
So it's less than 20 days till the surgery. I've been doing alot of reading and I'm now second guessing my choice of implants. I decided to go with the silicone gel low profile 375 cc implants. I'm afraid the low profile implants will not project as well and end up looking saggy. My surgeon fit me for both the low and moderate profile and said I would carry both well. The moderate implants would take me up to 420cc. Anyone have any experience with low profile implants?

Today I had my PreOp appointment and final fitting...

  • 14 Mar 2012
Today I had my PreOp appointment and final fitting for the implants. Everything went really well. I decided to go with the Moderate Profile silicone gel VS the low profile implants. I'm going with 375cc in my right and 425 in my left to achieve asymmetry as I have one breast bigger than the other. Got all my scripts called in and I'm checking off the stuff on my list. Now the count down begins, 12 days to go.

It's the night before the surgery. My bag is...

  • 25 Mar 2012
It's the night before the surgery. My bag is packed for my overnight stay at the surgeons office. My kids are being soooooo bad. I know they sense the anxiety in me and it's not going well. They are usually in bed and asleep by 8pm, it's 9:30 they are up and screaming at the top of there lungs. I should have dropped them off at their grandmothers house. I'll post some before pics eventually, I was hoping to do it tonight but that's not going to happen.

Well i made it. My doctor said i did beatifully. I...

  • 26 Mar 2012
Well i made it. My doctor said i did beatifully. I have no pain,just my tummy feels like i did 100000000 crunches. Im staying overnight and my nurse is awesome. My boobs great and my lipo areas dont at all but i cant see them. Imgetting released @ 8:30, wish i could stay here though, i love my bed.

Today is a bad day. Didn't get my drains out at...

  • 30 Mar 2012
Today is a bad day. Didn't get my drains out at post op appointment and then I coughed so hard I think I popped a stitch on the inside. My husband is not being nice and I can't stop crying. Got to see my tummy and boobies today and they look fantastic, so I guess that's a plus.

Wow what a difference a few days can make. Today I...

  • 1 Apr 2012
Wow what a difference a few days can make. Today I felt great. I even ventured to ikea for a little shopping. The swelling is going away quickly and my homemade Arnica oil has gotten rid of all my bruises. I'm bearlly draining and fluid, so I'm hoping the drains come out on Tuesday. The gurgling in the boobs is a little strange but I asked a friend with implants and she said it was normal at first. I let my husband see my boobs for the first time today. Now he won't stop asking me to lift up my shirt. Boys are funny:0)

One drain came out today YAY! Feeling much better...

  • 3 Apr 2012
One drain came out today YAY! Feeling much better and even with the binder on you can see how thin and trim I look around my midsection.

Second drain came out today. But I am leaking...

  • 5 Apr 2012
Second drain came out today. But I am leaking heavily and am a little concerned. One of the twins kicked me in the tummy while she was asleep next to me and I saw STARS. It hurt sooooo much, I can't help but wonder if the heavy leakage is related to the kick. The other side never leaked after they pulled the drain out. I saw the tummy tuck scar today for the first time, it's thin but a little higher than I expected. Don't think I'll have a problem finding a swim suit though. My waist is tiny, can't complain there.

Happy Easter all! Enjoying the day with the family...

  • 8 Apr 2012
Happy Easter all! Enjoying the day with the family. No drains, minimal pain and a lot more mobility.

Rolling Pin! It's all about my rolling pin. One...

  • 9 Apr 2012
Rolling Pin! It's all about my rolling pin. One week post op I got a rolling pin, a metal one. On the advise of one of the nurses at my P.S . I roll it up and down my back and belly, morning, noon and night. It feels great! It really helps with the tightness and the swelling. Get a rolling pin ladies, it's the only way to go.
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Dr. Fiala has been amazing. He met with me twice for consults before I scheduled my surgery, for free. I met with his nurse an additional two times for my pre op appointment and an additional sizing session. I met with two other surgeons before Dr. F and although both were nice and knowledgable, but Dr. F made me feel the best about his ability to help me achieve optimal results. Let me also add that Dr. Fiala turned out to be the most expensive out of the three. However, when it comes to my body and my life, I don't want to take the cheapest rate. I paid for experience, knowledge, compassion and ultimately a work of art. My body looks amazing after a week post op. I bought a used car, I shop at the outlet stores, I'll splurge on my plastic surgery.

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babyrainbo 19 Apr 2012
I usually differentiate weight by 10lbs. per inch of height. So, my sister is 5'8" and I'm 5'6". I'm about 158-159 and so she looks the same when she's in the 178-179 range. Since you're 5'4" and weighed 138, you're probably close to same body shape as me. How are your clothes fitting these days? I'm dying to see photos. :) How do you feel being 3 weeks out? Do you work? Just wondering if you worked and how you feel about going back. How old are the twins and how are they doing? My 16 mo. old daughter is at my moms and I miss her. She'll be back tomorrow night.
uniquelynoone 9 Apr 2012
Thanks for the tip about the rolling pin. Most of us have one already so no extra expense. YAYY.. Healthy and happy healing.
SpecialKay 8 Apr 2012
Happy Easter to you too!
babyrainbo 6 Apr 2012
Yay for your tiny waist! I can't wait to see photos! If you don't mind me asking, how tall are you and what was your weight before surgery?
3G26D2012 7 Apr 2012
I'm 5'4 and I was 138 day of surgery
ImaSummerGirl 22 Apr 2012
Hi, 3G26D2012 I am 6 inches taller than you but we have similar shape. Im glad everything went so well for you and I'm anxious to see your after pix. My surgeon won't do a lift and aug together so I'm bummed about that. Guess I have to trust him.
babyrainbo 5 Apr 2012
Congrats on your surgery! Your post about your hubby wanting you to flash him made me laugh. Today my hubby said he remembers me breastfeeding and that was hard for him to watch. He's worried about me looking like a mummy after surgery. Once he gets a peak at the results I'm sure he'll act just like a "boy" too. LOL
SpecialKay 3 Apr 2012
Congrats on the drain coming out!
3G26D2012 3 Apr 2012
Thanks
uniquelynoone 3 Apr 2012
Yay to drains coming out!! Healthy and happy healing.
3G26D2012 3 Apr 2012
Thanks, it didn't even hurt.
SpecialKay 2 Apr 2012
Glad to hear all is well. Good for you!
uniquelynoone 1 Apr 2012
Hopefully your drains will come in very soon!
Murrieta Mom 31 Mar 2012
One day at a time girl! Do your best to keep your spirits up! Watch a funny movie or read a good book! You have a lot to look forward to! Sometimes our hubbies just don't get it and you can't let his attitude affect yours! Keep your head up, breathe deep and smile. This is a process with even more amazing results to come!
3G26D2012 1 Apr 2012
Thanks for all the kind words ladies. You are all truly awesome.
island girlsxm 31 Mar 2012
CONGRATS on your surgery and keep your eye on your prizes "your new body" its gonna be just fine
SpecialKay 30 Mar 2012
Sorry to hear you are having a bad day. This only means there are better days ahead. Hang in there.
uniquelynoone 1 Apr 2012
Very well said! Positive and happy thoughts coming your way.
3G26D2012 1 Apr 2012
Thank you both
ImaSummerGirl 22 Apr 2012
I read you made arnica oil for bruising? What's that?
SpecialKay 23 Apr 2012
I didn't make arnica oil. Walgreens sells arnica lotion / oil for bruises. Is that what you meant?

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