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Had to change the date, Guess I have a long time to prepare!
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I have had 3 boys all by c section and they have...
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I have had 3 boys all by c section and they have done a number on my stomach! My sons are 13, 8(he lives in heaven), and 3. With my first son I gained 65 pounds and he was almost 9 pounds yikes! I didn't gain as much with my second son and then barely any with my last one. I have hated my stomach for the past 13 years and I am finally going to go for it! I am extremely nervous and excited at the same time. I am down to my ideal weight of 110 and ready to have a flat tummy again. Dr. Kasden in Southlake will be doing my tummy tuck! I will keep y'all posted on my progress! Anyone have any tips for me??
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UPDATED FROM Mktay
9 months pre
I'm starting to have second thoughts and wonder if...
I'm starting to have second thoughts and wonder if it will be worth it! I hate feeling like this because I've wanted a new tummy for so long. I just get so confused and wonder if the long recovery is worth getting rid of a little extra skin! I know I will still have a lot of stretch marks left and on top of it a new very long scar! I really need so encouragement!
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March 23, 2013
If you have the money....I would go for it...there is no better thing than feeling better about yourself! You deserve it! I waited so long to get one and I am finally getting one at 47- wish I could have done this a ton earlier!
Good luck doll!
March 23, 2013
Thankfully the money thing isn't the issue.I guess I just feel selfish. Thank you for your encouraging words. Just gotta keep my eye on the prize!
March 23, 2013
I say go for it. I also came very close to cancelling, but I am happy I decided to move forward. I also had 3 babies and lost my middle child, just like you. The recovery is not easy, I'll be honest.....but it is worth it and definitely tolerable. Good luck to you!
March 23, 2013
You are so close to your date. I woldnt back out now if i were you. I am like you too -- waited for 13 years after having big babies by c-section. And we are both at idwal weights. You will be so glad to have it done. Being a mom you must realize how fast time goes by. Before you know it you will forget the surgery and recovery and will be happy "in your own skin!".
March 23, 2013
Hi, I'm still recovering. I had my surgery on the 19th and all I could think afterwards is, 'what have I done'.
At 50, with 4 grown children, there was no aesthetic reason for the surgery in my mind. I hated trying to fit that bulge (other being) into my pants and it being squeezed by pantyhose and lifting it to put powder underneath to protect it.
I have a few stretch marks left, and this huge scar, but I'd take them any day over the annoying roll that was only growing as I aged. So think about 10 to 20 years from now. It may require an outfit of its own!
I also had the breasts to match the belly, they were fighting to sit in the same lap space. I love my new breast lift. No more powder!!! I actually added this piece of the surgery about week before surgery.
Also, I signed a consent form for someone to use my skin in a study. So now there was really no turning back, modern science wanted that roll!
It's a scary situation, but for me, and I think many here, it's not vanity, it's the discomfort of this skin on the body. I'm not sure when it all changed, but somehow it did. I think it's because there are more women in the workplace. I work and need to look professional, not have a wrestling match with the belly when squeezing into a bench at a restaurant.
A bit long, still a bit uncomfortable, but very happy I went through with it.
I wish you luck!
March 24, 2013
50forme, I thought the same thing about my age -- like why bother at this age. Even though I dont have huge amounts of skin/fat I did notice my belly is getting more pot bellyish the older i get. Even though i am in the best shape of my life! It just boils down to looking at it every day and thnking Yuk! Tired of that.
March 25, 2013
I hate all these mixed emotions! Thank you for your story I love all the support from the ladies!
UPDATED FROM Mktay
9 months pre
Do to my husbands business, upcoming vacation and...
Do to my husbands business, upcoming vacation and a son entering high school I had to change my date. We have had our vacation planned for awhile and my doctor said I may not be feeling up to it. Don't want to disappoint my boys! So my PS scheduled it in December since starting in July I will be a very busy band mom! It seems so far away but I know it will be here before I know it! I'm still excited to see how everyone is doing as I prepare!
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March 26, 2013
Sorry to hear you had to postpone. Be careful though. For me it never was a good time and next thing ya know years went by. Wish i did it 10yrs ago.
March 26, 2013
I know I hope that doesn't happen to me. It's hard trying to make sure ill be able to be down for the amount of time I need. We live in Texas but my husband works in Kansas. So he is gone half the month and home the other half. Works really busy for him and he wants to make sure he can be home for at least 3 weeks before he has to leave me alone. The traveling is hard but it's our only option right now. Your surgery is coming up! Can't wait to see the after pics! Good luck!
March 26, 2013
tell him to put those 3weeks on the calendar so nothing else takes it's place! yeah 3 more days for me. IF i don't get sick! it's going around my house and i am starting to feel run down. trying to get everything done and not sleeping well because i am thinking too much. praying i don't get sick.
March 28, 2013
Just wanted to let you know, you've chosen a good doctor. I love dr. kasden!
December 15, 2013
Dec 30th is around the corner! I know you must be more than ready. Don't back out! You're be just fine. I'm scheduled for a TT and thigh lipo on Dec 19th. Good luck with yours.
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