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36yr Old Mom of 3 - Tummy Tuck W/ Lipo - April 9th

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I am a 36yr old Mom of 3girls, 16yrs, 14yrs &...

BellarunnerMarch 19, 2010
WORTH IT$11,500

I am a 36yr old Mom of 3girls, 16yrs, 14yrs & 8yrs. I was 100lbs when I got pregnant at 19yrs & gainded 70lbs. Unfortunately I never got my pre-pregnancy body back. I am 5'4" & 130lbs & I work out 3-4 days a wk & run 6miles 3-4 times a wk & no matter what I do I can't loose my belly, excess skin & stretch marks.

I am finally at a stage in my life where I have a little extra money & my kids are old enough that they don't need my constant attention. So, after much debate my husband & I finally decided to go for the TT w/ lipo that I have dreamed of for yrs.

I had 5 consultations w/ 5 different PS Drs & picked the one I felt was most knowledgable & who made me feel the most at ease. I am scheduled for April 9th (only 3wks away). I am scared to death. I can't decied if I am more nervous or excited? What if something goes wrong? What if I am not happy w/ results? What if the pain is unbearable?

I enjoyed reading everybody's posts & learned alot about what to expect. I'm sure everything will be just fine, I am just soooo nervous!! I will post pre-op pics soon.


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Scott A. Brenman, MD, FACS

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New Skin Wanted
March 19, 2010
Just had mine March 15 and am sooo glad I did it - you will be too! It took me over 10 years to decide whether to go ahead. The results are amazing and are definitely worth it!! You will be glad you waited until your kids are older.
Bellarunner
March 22, 2010
Thanks. So you are exactly one week after surgery today. How do you feel? What was the worst part? Are you happy with results? Your before pics are actually very similiar to mine. (I will post them soon)
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Glitterbabe76
March 19, 2010
Oh you'll love it! I'm so glad I had mine done, I am 3 weeks post, and not one regret. Good luck with your TT!
Bellarunner
March 22, 2010
Thanks!! I've actually really enjoyed all your posts the most. They really helped me a lot. Your posts were very informative w/ just the right amount of humor. I read you went back after 10 days. I too can only take 10 days off work & hope it is enough time. I'm a little nervouse I won't be ready to go back. I also read on many posts that a recliner is a must. Which of course I don't have. I'm nervous about that too. And you look AMAZING!! I hope I look as good as you when my is all over!! How do you feel?
Bellarunner
March 24, 2010
Hi, I read on your page that you bought a stage 2 compression garment. What webiste did you use & which one did you purchase? And would you recommend it? Also, nervous about not having a recliner, do you think I can do without? Should I set up base camp in my room with bed near bathroom or downstairs on sofa, not mear bathroom. Any other tips or suggestions you could thinkof would be a great help as I prepare for my TT> Thanks.
KerriV
March 19, 2010
I am also having a tummy tuck with lipo on April 9th. I am so excited, but like you I am nervous too. I have a 4 year old and a 15 month old. I am also going to have a small breast augmentation to fill my breasts back out to what they were prepregnancy. I just wanted to drop in and say good luck to you and to keep us updated :)
inRI
March 21, 2010
I am also going in for both they are doing it through my tummy tuck incision. Let us know how you make out good luck!!!!
Bellarunner
March 22, 2010
We will definately have to compare notes. I will be posting before pics soon. I would love to see yours also. I think the waiting is the worst part. It is so nerve racking. Good luck to you too & kepp me posted!!!
KerriV
March 23, 2010
I posted my review in the mommy makeover section, and I am planning on getting my before pictures up really soon. I think that the waiting is the worst part too! I am so anxious! :)
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Angie_M
March 19, 2010
Sounds like you've done a ton of hard work on your body and you're ready (and deserving) to have it the way you want it! Please keep us posted. Do you have any before pics? Would love to see them. Good luck!
Bellarunner
March 22, 2010
Thanks, I will definately post before pics soon. Before April 9th. I go for all pre-surgery testing & final app before surgery March 24th.
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ty305
March 23, 2010
I'm having mine to some time this mouth i had to get my iron level up i was schdl. for March 9,2010 but was canceled. You will be just fine.
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Ok, this is where I am at. The surgery is bought...

BellarunnerMarch 29, 2010

Ok, this is where I am at. The surgery is bought & paid for. The pre-testing is done. With less then 2wks untill my TT surgery, it is all I can think about. I've started preparing my house for my recovery. I started the mulit vitamin & the vitamin C. Per my Dr's orders I've started washing w/ an anitbacterial soap & I've cut out certain foods that might prevent clotting.

I am soooo excited, reallllly nervous & everyday is an emotional roller coaster. I hate the waiting that I have to endire now. I just want to get it over with.

But aside from that, here's my problem . . . Aside from my husband, no one wants to talk about my upcoming surgery. My friends & family avoid the topic & change the subject every time I bring it up. I'm a little hurt by this bc it is such a life changing experience for me & something I have waited a long time for (16yrs). Why can't they just be happy for me?

I think part of the problem is that I've hid my stomach so well for years that they are thinking I'm a little crazy to put myself through this. Only my husband really knows what I look like behind my strategiclally placed clothes. I'm actually so embaressed by my gross stomach w/ its stretch marks & loose skin, that I have even postponed posting my pictures on this website. Which is silly bc we are all in the same boat right?

Anyway, I was just wondering if anyone is having these same problems & how are they dealing w/ it?


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jeanbean
March 31, 2010
Good Luck. My surgery is scheduled for April 8th! We'll have to compare notes. I can completely relate to the roller coaster, ups and downs, nerves, etc. I too feel somewhat guilty and yet I know I deserve it. I also feel guilty because no one realizes what I'm hiding under my clothes. The few people who've seen (besides my hubby), cannot believe I live with it. My pre-op appt isn't till tomorrow. I'm so anxious! Going to be a LONG week. God Bless all of us!
Bellarunner
April 19, 2010
Hi JeanBean,I just wanted to check up on you since your surgery was the day before mine. You look great!! I hope your recovery is progressing well. I am 10days post op & going back to work today. I feel great & aside from some normal swelling I look great too!!
jeanbean
April 27, 2010
Hello Bella, You look awesome! I'm doing VERY well. Just went back to PS again tonight and got all the steri strips taken off, everything is healing nicely. Time to start lotioning up and using some stuff on the scars. My PS recommended Scarguard. He likes it best. I just started back to work on Monday (had 2 weeks off). I do ultrasounds so I'm doing a lot of walking back and forth and standing so I only did two half days so far. Glad I did it that way because even though physically I felt okay, I was TIRED! I am going to wait on posting any more pics. He said that because of the extent of my surgery and fixing the hernia, it could take up to 6 months for complete swelling to go away. Actually is looking really good in comparison. Already down from the afters that I have posted right now. I went down a complete size in my scrubs that I wear to work! I love my boobs, but didn't take any before shots of those because they looked "that" bad...LOL Other than some weird tingling here and there, and my muscles sometimes spasm (they feel like their tightening up), everything else is good. Oh yeah, and I am still a little lumpy under my armpits and on my back flanks where he did lipo too. He said to massage with Arnica Montana lotion after getting out of a hot shower. But again, it takes TIME. Keep in touch.
redapples
April 5, 2010
It's funny that your friends and relatives don't want to talk about it. It my case, I'm the one who is not talking. I'm afraid people are going to try talk me out of it. But it's done. The money has been paid, and I'm going for it. I don't need to hear any negative comments. I feel like I have to stay positive, so I'm afraid to tell people about it. It's nice that we have this site to let out our feelings.
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Hotbutta
April 7, 2010
Good for you redapples.I have not took the plunge yet But I too am not telling a soul Sometimes people are really negative and will try and steal your joy and it ain't happening.Stay positive because your joy is coming enjoy the new and improved you:)
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TODAY IS THE DAY!! I am getting ready to leave for...

BellarunnerApril 9, 2010

TODAY IS THE DAY!! I am getting ready to leave for hopsital soon. It is 6:30AM & my surgery is scheduled for 9AM. I just wanted to post my pics before I leave. I am nervous but I think I am more excited then anything. I am ready to do this!! Next time I post, I will have a brand new tummy!!!

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