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  • Cost: $7,700
  • Walnut Creek, CA

Hi everyone! My name is Jen. I have 2 beautiful...

  • 30 Jul 2011
  • 3 days pre

Hi everyone! My name is Jen. I have 2 beautiful kids.. My oldest is 8 years old and my youngest is almost 4.
On both pregnancy I gained significant weight. I am barely 5'2 and yet I managed to reach 205lbs on both during pregnancy. I was originally 115lbs prior to being pregnant.

After my son turned 2 I have decided that I am blessed to have 2 healthy children and sure that I was no longer to have anymore kids.

I joined the gym and started eating healthy. I lost lots of weight. I am now only 128lbs.

But stomach has not improved as much as I wanted to... I knew that one day I will have to do a tummy tuck. I've always dreamed to have a flat tummy. Inspite of my hard work.. I still am left with a pooch on my stomach.

So this year as my 35th bday gift for myself..I've decided to do a tummy tuck!

I've researched so my surgeons in my area and I felt really comfortable with Dr. Behmand.

I am scared to be put under... I just really don't know what to expect... But I am very excited about my results.
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Hi everyone : ) I'm sooo new to this but i enjoy...

  • 1 Aug 2011
  • 2 days pre
Hi everyone : ) I'm sooo new to this but i enjoy reading everyone's experience.. Makes me nervous and excited at the same time : )
I'm sorry I don't have any pics yet but for some reason I'm having a hard time uploading them from my iPhone or iPad : (
Ive got two more sleep and getting really nervous!
So I was suppose to have a full TT and lipo on my flanks but at last min my surgeon thought that lipo from my back will be more beneficial. Will see : )

My surgeon will not use a drainage : ( he said he...

  • 1 Aug 2011
  • 2 days pre
My surgeon will not use a drainage : ( he said he has not used them for years! Hope it will be ok

Ahhhh! Few more hours before my surgery and I...

  • 3 Aug 2011
  • Day of treatment
Ahhhh! Few more hours before my surgery and I can't sleep! Soo excited and nervous at the same time! I sure wish I can upload my before pics but I dont know why I can't from my iPhone ; (

Day 2 post op, still in a lot of pain! And...

  • 4 Aug 2011
  • 1 day post
Day 2 post op, still in a lot of pain! And sleeping is uncomfortable.. Buti know it will be all worth it : )

I took my first bath today! Felt soooo good! I...

  • 6 Aug 2011
  • 3 days post
I took my first bath today! Felt soooo good! I must say that I was dissapointed the way my tummy looks.. I'm pretty swollen and definitely don't see the curve I was hoping... I guess I'm expecting too much.. It is my 3rd day only after all! I still need to poop hopefully that will happen today or soon!

Day 5 after surgery: I'm swollen and feel 10lbs...

  • 8 Aug 2011
  • 5 days post
Day 5 after surgery: I'm swollen and feel 10lbs heavier! My legs are also swollen : (
I'm dissapointed all of a sudden because I could not even put on my regular pants, I had to borrow my hubby's basketball shorts to wear while staying in the house.
I can't wait for my post op ck to discuss my concern with my PS.
I was also comparing my before waist to my waist now, and I look straight with no curves at all. I know it's quite early to judge but it sucks to look bigger now than before my surgery : (
Sigh* I'm just now checking since I was totally drugged up with pain meds for the first few days.

10th day post op and feeling great! Still swollen...

  • 13 Aug 2011
  • 10 days post
10th day post op and feeling great! Still swollen especially around the sides! I'm going back to work in couple of days! Hope I'll be ready!

Last year for my 35th Bday I did a tummytuck that...

  • 16 Aug 2012
  • 1 year post
Last year for my 35th Bday I did a tummytuck that I have truly enjoyed especially this summer.. For my 36th bday I have decided to do breast implants which I had done yesterday... I went for more natural look and decided to go for 304cc. I love them!!! Kinda wish I went bigger lol...
I will post pics as soon as I can... Not sure why I've been having trouble posting pics on this website but I will try again...
I just want to know or ask anyone whos had it done what bra I can use few days after my surgery... It's kinda hard to find something to wear under the bra that was provided from the hospital. I know I need to keep this on for few days.. But any suggestions what to get after???

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Go at a very slow pace your first couple of weeks back.  You will be wiped out due to all the new activity.  It passes soon enough but don't get discouraged if you feel like you had a set back.  All part of the process.

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It's all swelling and fluid build up.  It will go away but takes some time.  Drink plenty of fluids and watch your sodium intake.  You will be fine it only takes times.  

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So excited to here about how well you are doing. I am so happy for you. Congrats on your poop too...hahaha. I have been taking colace (one daily) for the past couple days, in advance to keep things "flowing" eeww...sorry bad visual. In any event, hang in there you are in the upswing. :)
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Doing much better today! I stopped taking percocet and just now on vicodin.. Def much less painful, took another shower today, still swollen though.. : ) but the best news is that I finally poop! Yay! Took colace for 4 days straight and some green tea.
I feel so good today and got to even walk around the mall and bought my first ever 2 piece! Lol just can't wait for my final result!
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That's wonderful!   Glad you are feeling better and are up and around.  Go slow:)

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How r u today? Also try a tea called smooth move.. It's amazing..lol
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Hold on tight!  This takes time to heal and you will not see any final results for a while.  

Have you tried some Milk of Magnesia?  That will make you poop..

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Sorry to hear you are in pain. Are you taking your pain meds on time? I've read many who set their phone alarms to wake up for the meds too. They are important to help you rest & recover. Hang in there. You are on the healing side now and we are all here for you!
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Let us know how you are doing Jen. Thinking of you.
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How are you feeling mama? I am wishing you a speedy painless recovery. :)
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Good luck tommorrow, you be fine and look amazing,
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Hi Jen, Good Luck for tomorrow. Sending positive thoughts your way. Let us know how it goes as soon as you can.
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Two more days! Happy Birthday! I'll be following your journey with interest. Please keep us posted.

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