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4weeks PO- new pix - Zanesville, OH
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I am a mother of two girls, one is 18 and the...
WORTH IT$8,700
I am a mother of two girls, one is 18 and the other is 12. I had my first child via c section and the second naturally. I have yearned for a tummy tuck since the birth of my first. I have been through so much in my life, but one major thing was I lost my husband and kind of lost myself. I ate to feel comfort and then gained a ton of weight. I was just about 200lbs. I finally woke up one day and said this is enough. I want to be here for my kids when they are grown and started excersizing my tail off. I am very athletic, I ride my bike and I work out weekly. it seemed like my "Gut" would not go away. No matter how many situps and crunches that I do. So I decieded to do something for me- After all I have never done anything for me. I was to busy making sure my girls had the proper care and loving to make them as strong as they can be. I go for my Pre Op Appointment today 3/11/2013, and my surgery is scheduled for 3/29/2013- This is the day I start my new life. Hopefully confident and secure in my own skin:)
P.S.- I am posting a picture, please dont gag....Lol
UPDATED FROM 2girlsmomma
15 days pre
3/14/2013 Ok so I had my pre-op on Monday....
3/14/2013
Ok so I had my pre-op on Monday. Everything went well, he took pictures which was nerve wrecking. I also took my bikini bottoms along with me to ask him if the scar could be below them. He marked me and it will sit right below the band- I can't believe it I may actually be able to wear a bikini this year. I have not ever worn one in my entire life....eeeekkk- so happy:) I go for all of my tests and bloodwork on Monday. Pray that all goes well with that. Also have my supplies ready and just waiting on my meds to come in- the pharmacy did not have them in stock. Any tips or special items that any of you all used would be gretly appreciated.....thanks:)
Ok so I had my pre-op on Monday. Everything went well, he took pictures which was nerve wrecking. I also took my bikini bottoms along with me to ask him if the scar could be below them. He marked me and it will sit right below the band- I can't believe it I may actually be able to wear a bikini this year. I have not ever worn one in my entire life....eeeekkk- so happy:) I go for all of my tests and bloodwork on Monday. Pray that all goes well with that. Also have my supplies ready and just waiting on my meds to come in- the pharmacy did not have them in stock. Any tips or special items that any of you all used would be gretly appreciated.....thanks:)
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March 14, 2013
Your going to look great!
March 14, 2013
Heat pad, shower chair (a must), neck pillow, comfortable loose shorts, whenever u take of your binder (especially the first times) do this while sitting or laying & wait a few minutes before getting up.. Some girls get dizzy &/or faint (everybody is different) but just in case :) , if your shampoo & body wash etc are located in a high area in your shower locate them where they will b easy to reach. I borrowed my bf Minnie refrigerator & put it in my room & stored my jello, juices, soy milk (help my tummy soooo much). A control organizer for your tv, ceiling fan, light if needed really is handy, If I think of anything else will let you know.. Hope this helps & don't b nervous everything will b ok. U will look amazing..I am still swollen & my confidence lever is out the roof jiijii
UPDATED FROM 2girlsmomma
9 days pre
3/20/2013 9 days- I cant believe it. I am having...
3/20/2013
9 days- I cant believe it. I am having mixed emotions about having it done. Spending that kind of money on myself, especially since I have kids. I know that it could be used towards them but, from what I have read from all of the tummy tuck sisters- thats normal. I think I have everything prepared for this. Just trying to get my mind totally prepared. I am a major outdoorsy girl and I know that I will not be able to do the stuff that I enjoy for a little while. I hope all that have had theirs done already are healing well and will say a few prays for those coming up. I did order my compression garment- If anyone has a favorite or a must have one Please let me know. I was at a loss at all the ones available. I ordered a Leonisa- Anyone use this brand? If so which one? Thanks ahead of time for any help:)
9 days- I cant believe it. I am having mixed emotions about having it done. Spending that kind of money on myself, especially since I have kids. I know that it could be used towards them but, from what I have read from all of the tummy tuck sisters- thats normal. I think I have everything prepared for this. Just trying to get my mind totally prepared. I am a major outdoorsy girl and I know that I will not be able to do the stuff that I enjoy for a little while. I hope all that have had theirs done already are healing well and will say a few prays for those coming up. I did order my compression garment- If anyone has a favorite or a must have one Please let me know. I was at a loss at all the ones available. I ordered a Leonisa- Anyone use this brand? If so which one? Thanks ahead of time for any help:)
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March 20, 2013
OMG! U r so close to your life changing experience.. I know exactly how u feel about the guilt of spending the $ but u will notice a big change in your attitude as u will feel better about yourself.. I have always had a pretty good attitude but I am super happier now..it's weird but awesome.. I to am an outdoors person..so I prepared a nice area outside where I could just walk and sit & n joy by breakfast or just sit and enjoy fresh air. This really helped me and kept me from going crazy.. Because the first two weeks I just wanted to get up and run without looking back.. Keep us posted on your journey.. Good luck & god bless u
March 20, 2013
Oh I wish I could sit outside afterwards- unless this weather drastically changes that won't happen. It's still in the high 30's low 40's. Thanks for the positive vibes....:)
March 20, 2013
Hi! Congrats on your weight loss! I am going the same date as you. Struggling with various emotions. Fear, guilt, embarrassment, uncertainties. Money wise is never a good time to shell out thousands of dollars when you have a family. I wish I knew that years ago instead of waiting 13 years! I think it's funny how so many of us women do so much for everyone else and have so much guilt when doing something for ourselves. I just want to be happy!
My PS is supplying the garment and other medical necessities (ie.,gauze). And I won't get meds for home until they see how I tolerate what they give in the first 24hrs at the hospital. Are you staying overnight?
March 20, 2013
No, I will be staying close by to the hospital that it is performed at. The doctor has a office locally and one out of town by the hospital and is also the chief of plastic surgery at the hospital.
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