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POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck REVIEWS

Just had my revision, and I'm so happy!

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I am a mom to two beautiful healthy little girls....

LadyincaliMay 26, 2012
WORTH IT$8,500

I am a mom to two beautiful healthy little girls. I had them 19 months apart, my first baby was 7 pounds even, very easy pregnancy and birth and my belly bounced back quickly. However, the second baby girl was born at a whoppin' 10 pounds and really did a number on me lol :) She was absolutely worth it though! I gained a lot of weight during my pregnancies but the excess skin really became a problem after my second child was born. I am very active and have lost a good amount of weight (45 pounds since having my youngest daughter). I am now 5'5" and weigh 185. I don't care about being "skinny", what's more important to me is that I'm healthy, strong, and physically fit. However, I don't like feeling droopy and deflated which is where I'm at at this point. I have been mulling over whether or not to go for the TT for a while now, and I feel I have finally met the right doctor to take the plunge with.

I run my own daycare and am a very busy person in general, but thankfully since I am my own boss I can take the necessary amount of time off that I need to be able to go through with this procedure.

My emotions are confusing me right now. I am so excited, yet terrified at the same time! I want this... SO bad. I feel like there is a sexy woman stuck underneath all this flab. I'm tired of lifting my tummy to wash underneath when I'm in the shower, and just the general feeling of it overall. I am also very scared of the painful recovery. My youngest child was a Cesarean baby so I'm hoping the pain won't be too unfamiliar. I have a low pain tolerance though, so I Have a feeling I'll be feeling very whiny and need to be babied a whole lot - lol!

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Brian Klink, MD

Brian Klink, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Ladyincali
May 29, 2012
Does anyone know how to put the Surgeons actual review in this review (at the bottom like I see with other posts?)
Ladyincali
May 29, 2012
I think I figured it out lol :)
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calgarymomma
May 29, 2012
Hey girl....I have very similar feelings! One minute I'm soo excited and can't believe it's gonna happen and the next Im terrified and wanna cancel it! We just have to think positively and know that we deserve this!!! I've been reading thru lots of these blogs which is helping a ton! It's inspiring to see all those nice flat tummys!! I know what you mean about lifting your tummy to wash....ugh! But soon itll all be gone and we'll be on the flat side too!! My surgery is July 25...so we can do this together!!
Ladyincali
May 29, 2012
That's something I needed to hear :). Thanks to this site, I don't feel alone ! The anxieties are so awful but like you said, we just need to keep it positive and think of the end result! I'll keep you posted, and you do the same :):)
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Brit.S.
May 30, 2012
Hi there just wanted to let you know you found one of the BEST ps! I absolutely love dr. Klink especially cuz he is a perfectionist. When is your surgery? I was so nervous and scared in the weeks leading to my surgery but when it got closer I was even more excited then nervous and I was immediately happy with my results even day 1 right after I got home from surgery I looked in mirror and saw even in garnet how flat I was :D your gonna look fantastic!
Ladyincali
May 30, 2012
Thank you! I'm feeling so much more at ease now that I've heard from you and another real self member about your positive experiences!! It's such a relief. I really liked him when I met him but I can't help but be so scared! I feel prepared, just anxious and I just want to look GOOD!! :D You are looking great! It's like a whole new person :)
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1 month pre

I'm starting to get excited one minute, and...

LadyincaliJune 1, 2012
I'm starting to get excited one minute, and doubtful the next. I see so many women with different shapes and body types, all with excellent results. I'm so confused as to what to expect. How am I going to look? Will it be worth the time and money? I've lost a lot of weight, but I'm not yet at my "ideal weight". However, I am comfortable with my size, just not the lack of shape and hanging skin. What to do? My PS said the weight loss, at this point, won't make enough of a difference, as I carry the majority of my weight in my abdomen and flanks. I'm happy with my legs, and even at my thinnest my arms were always "chubby" so I'm over it. But, I'm wondering if I should be significantly thinner before the surgery. I don't expect a miracle, but I want a figure again, contoured shape, flat tummy. I work out a TON and I'm not concerned about lifestyle changes as I am very active and health conscious. I'm rambling, a lot. LOL. I'm just so anxious. That said, I've been upping my workouts and cutting back on calories. Scale hasn't budged... yet.=\ I just hope I'm making the right decision because, the date is set, I've scheduled my vacation time and my plans are made. I wonder if I will look good! AHHHH i'm so crazy anxious right now :O

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newmesoon
June 1, 2012
You are going to look great!
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Great2BMe
June 1, 2012
I started using a silicone gel strip at 4 wks post op and my scar is incredible looking. Very thin, etc.. I will post pics later. Only warning is that some people are allergic to the strips so not everyone can wear them. I'm wearing them 12-16 hours a day and not at night. No problems at all. The sheet I bought were 6" x 48". So I cut them up to fit my tt scar and my ba scar around my areaole. I made a donut for my areole with this product. Since it is 1/2 foot wide and 4 ft long I have lots and lots to use and cut up as I need them. I found them for only $69.31 at amazon. Unbelievable price if you've priced them! Here is a link for anyone interested.
http://www.amazon.com/Gelzone-Garmet-Silicone-Sheeting-Garment/dp/B000JGH0WG/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

I'll keep posting scar updates as I go.
Ladyincali
June 1, 2012
Thank you!! I'll definitely be grabbing those :D
Arepa
June 2, 2012
My surgery is July 12th. A day after yours. Time is going quick. Can we say almost one more month? :)
Ladyincali
June 2, 2012
I know! It feels so close yet so far. And you know, we'll be there and done before we know it! :). Good luck :)
zaftigmom
June 2, 2012
Stay relaxed and positive. the recovery is long, but I personally did NOT find it terribly painful. I would say it was awkward. Fitness is much more important than thinness. Don't worry about the scale. BTW I'll be in your 'hood in July. Let's touch base!
Ladyincali
June 2, 2012
Thank you for your kind words :). What brings you this way in July?
zaftigmom
June 2, 2012
vacation with my kids! My ex MIL and SIL are in Marin, so we're hitting Yosemite and all the tourist sites. I went to grad school in Concord. I also only had 2 weeks off and it was ok. Just rest when you can.
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Great2BMe
June 2, 2012
The worst part of the whole process for me was the lipo. I think most people will agree. I regretted the whole process for about a week and a half. Everyone is different in how they feel pain. How much time are you taking off?
Ladyincali
June 2, 2012
I'm taking two weeks off. I can't really afford to take more since my time off is unpaid but, if I feel that I MUST then, I'll add another week. Thankfully I work from home so I can be in a comfortable place. I just hope I can keep up with all of the kids! lol
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1 month pre

Feeling pretty "brave" today. Not as scared as I...

LadyincaliJune 6, 2012
Feeling pretty "brave" today. Not as scared as I felt before, though I'm sure I'll be scared again in a couple weeks lol :) I just keep pulling on my skin trying to imagine what I'll look like. I'm keeping my expectations realistic, but I just don't KNOW what to expect!! I have some concerns and I've been writing down all of my questions to take to my pre op appointment. I'm scheduled to have my pre - op on June 25. I think the part that'll be the worst for me is the compression garment and the drains. I don't like having extra "stuff" on me so I know I'll be mega irritable lol. July, Hurry up!!! :D

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Great2BMe
June 6, 2012
You look like a perfect candidate for a tt. You are gonna look awesome. I can't wait to see your after photos. I didn't have enough skin to do a full tt so I was only able to do a mini. I noticed that the full tt come out much much better. Stomach's are so flat and tight. I'm sure yours will be the same.
Ready2XOver
June 7, 2012
OMG!
I am also going thru different emotions right now. I guess you're suppose to go thru these emotions after all! Here, I thought it was just me being weird. LOL
I am glad to hear that, you also have a realistic expectation as I do as well. I think you're going to look Ahhmazing! I can't wait to see your pics :)
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Ana313
June 7, 2012
You are going to feel so much better after your pre-op. I did. It will put you at ease about what to expect. Let me tell you I hoped for great results but I did not expect to look like I do now. The change is so drastic. But you have to try to be patient. Some people see instant results and some people like me it takes time. I finally saw some results around wk 5. I had a c-section with a tubal ligation at the same time with my last pregnancy. That was more painful than the TT. Pain meds will help a ton. Good luck!!
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