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After 10yrs I Am Finally Getting my Stomach Back - Vineland, NJ

Name: After 10yrs I Am Finally Getting my Stomach Back - Vineland, NJ
Item: David C. Watts, MD
Rating: 5
Author: Heather NJ

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Less than 3 weeks to go, getting nervous but still...

Heather NJAugust 11, 2012

WORTH IT$6,297

Less than 3 weeks to go, getting nervous but still way more excited! 125lbs 3 kids, 10, 6 & 2. Been "tucking" my stomach in jeans since I gave birth to my son in the 10th grade. Yes I made some mistakes, but I paid for them, more importantly I learned from them!

Married and two more babies later, my stomach is distroyed. More than ready to do something that's for me. Hubby was not on board at first, but I didn't have to do much convicting. I just stated the facts, facts he couldn't deny and eventually got his full support. I go to the gym 3 to 4 days a week and nothing will help the saggy skin!

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David C. Watts, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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UPDATED FROM Heather NJ

14 days pre

I did all the necessary blood work this week so...

Heather NJAugust 13, 2012

I did all the necessary blood work this week so the last step with my PS is out of the way. I do still have to go for an Echo and stress test over the next week. (Which I think is complete b/s and my PCP is being way to over cautious) She is older and doesn't believe in "unnecessary surgeries" so after mentioning it to her through conversation at my last check up she gasp and said she wanted to do some test, lol. I will humor her and oblige.

Has anyone heard of Arnica Montana? My PS has me taking it, just wondering if anyone else has ever been suggested it.

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Kimmers25

August 13, 2012

So glad you joined us on RealSelf! Good job on stating your case and standing strong with the hubby:) Once you have them on board that's half the battle.

You are going to love the new tummy! You will feel amazing and love how your clothes look and fit.

Keep us up to date as you go through your process.

Heather NJ

August 13, 2012

Thank you. Glad to be here! I have read probably a hundred reviews. This site is very, ver helpful and pushed me to make the 1st step in changing my life! I will update often :) Thank you all.

Kimmers25

August 14, 2012

Good deal:)

pocahontas12

August 14, 2012

You should be glad that this lady at least is being cautious and did a complete check up before surgery which is a big one and it can't be taken lightly, I took Arnica montana (sinEcch) capsules but not because my PS asked me too, he knew about it and gave me the ok to take them ( even if he didn't I would have taken them anyways) it helps with swelling and mostly bruising which I can tell you that when i had my tt with lipo I looked like I was beat up really bad and in about 3 days later after the surgery my bruises were almost gone, so take it, I also took Bromelain with Quercetin caps (pineapple based) also for swelling and bruising and it worked as well...Good luck with your surgery and remember to rest a lot...:)

Kimmers25

August 14, 2012

Here is a link to some information on Arnica Montana

penster

August 14, 2012

Hi Heather NJ, I also live in South NJ, Jersey Girls are the best ;) I took Arnica 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after, It does help with swelling and bruising if you are having any lipo. I am 8 weeks post op today and it has been truly life changing in so many ways!!! Check out my pics and you'll see why lol Good Luck to you!

UPDATED FROM Heather NJ

12 days pre

2 Week mark!! Feel like I literally waited a...

Heather NJAugust 15, 2012

2 Week mark!! Feel like I literally waited a lifetime and here it is 2 weeks away! Heart doctor for my echo today at 10.

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SoontoBFlat

August 15, 2012

Good Luck Hon!!! You will look great! Some people swear by the arnica - my doc didn't really believe and since I didn't have lipo he said it was really a waste for me. Who knows - they're all so different! I just trust my Doc! =)

Heather NJ

August 15, 2012

I also do not need any lipo and he did tell me that it mostly helps if you have that. But it can't hurt me and he recommends it to all his TT patients so I figured wth :) They taste great at least!