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“Goodbye Tummy - Sacramento, CA”

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Updated 15 Feb 2012

Posted 11 Jan 2012

I am 37 years old happily married mom of two, ages 18 & 8 (both C-sections). I am 5’ 120 lbs. A tummy tuck was not something I ever really considered until I lost over 50 pounds and realized that I have worked too hard to have this pooch as a reminder of my former chubby self.

I do cardio 5 days a week and hit the weights 3-4 times a week. I feel I have definitely done my part over the past two years to live a healthy lifestyle.

My TT/Lipo is scheduled for February 17th. It’s been scheduled since November so I am getting really excited and anxious as the time comes closer. I am now in the mode of trying to get my house, work and mind in order for the surgery and time off after.

I am vegan so I am really concerned with making sure I receive adequate nutrients before and after. I guess food planning & prep are going to be crucial. Open to ideas!



Updated on 21 Jan 2012:
Went to lab yesterday - 4 week preop and all they did was a pregnancy test. No chance of me getting pregnant, but surprised they'd do that test so far out!

Updated on 15 Feb 2012:
Two days until my surgery and the butterflies have now kicked in high gear. I'd have occasional nerves but now the angst won't stop. I am a busy mom anyways but I purposely packed a ton of stuff in the last two weeks to keep my mind occupied. Well it worked and I've had no time to worry. So it's now hitting me like a ton of bricks. I really hope I can relax and heal quickly.

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MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 12 Jan 2012
Good for you CA!! Well deserved. The food planning for after is important but unfortunately I don't have good ideas for you because I'm not familiar with the vegan lifestyle. For example, are you allowed to eat fish or have eggs? I am 3 days PO and I can tell you that my appetite is very small. I have been drinking milk-free protein drinks ("muscle milk," purchased at Costco) at meds time - they are tasty, easily digested, and have lots of protein which I've read is important in our recovery.

Feb. 17th will be here before you know it!
CA Dreaming 12 Jan 2012
Thanks for checking in. Hope you are doing well. That's really helpful to here about appetite. Vegan in a nutshell is no meat, dairy, eggs, nothing that is or comes from an animal. I did find a plant based protein powder but I am guessing the Muscle Milk probably tastes better ; ) but unfortunately there is dairy in it.
I am hoping to have some homemade low sodium soups made to sip from. Otherwise just a lot of fruits and vegis, nuts & grains.
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 12 Jan 2012
The muscle milk is lactose and gluten free! It is tasty. :)
Erie9410 15 Jan 2012
ca dreaming eats lots of protein if not in food in protein supplements i use pure mix with water then add to anything put in cooked cereal coffee etc protein is very important for wound healing also could use protein bars good luck!
FitDiva 19 Jan 2012
Wow looks like we are the same date 2/17!!! Nice to have someone to compare notes with. You're my surgery twin!
rcady 9 Feb 2012
What Dr. Are you seeing in Sac?
CA Dreaming 9 Feb 2012
Dr. Garcia. You?
natica707 9 Feb 2012
good luck!
rcady 10 Feb 2012
@ca dreaming.
I have consultations with Dr. Zimmerman and next month Dr. clark. I want to do a thorough research.
Jusi418 16 Feb 2012
I wanted to wish you luck tomorrow! You and the girls going in tomorrow will be in my prayers. All the best!!!
Bejewelme 17 Feb 2012
CA- good luck today!!! I will be praying for you!! I can't help with the vegan, but check out Dale's Raw Foods, he makes vegan protein bars and powders that are pretty good, I like the bars, the powder-- well that wasnt for me, but thought I would share that with you.
yogamomx5 17 Feb 2012
I'm glad it went well. When you are feeling better I'd like to discuss being a vegan with you. I've been organic for years but just finished book that has me lean strongly towards .thanks. No rush. Happy healing. keep us posted.
Erie9410 26 Feb 2012
I am now 11 days post op from bilat thigh lift and lower body lift with lipo Its quite a surgery!!! this is the first i've been up and i think i need to go lay down soon. Lost a lot of blood so blood counts have been low. Lost 15 pounds of fat, skin overall fell gd.ttyl

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