5'4", 195 lbs, 42 years old. I was a teen mom and six children later this is the body I ended up with. My surgery is scheduled for March 16, 2020. I am excited and scared all together. It's hard for me to believe that change is coming. I've lived like this for so long, I hope to God that all goes well...Since I rely deeply on everyone's post, I decided to share my journey as well. My before pictures were hard to take and even harder to share. I'm hoping to lose another 10lbs before surgery, fingers crossed.
Updated on 6 Feb 2020:
More before pictures. I keep reading how some women wish the would have taken more before. Excitement is building up!
Updated on 28 Feb 2020:
Oh my goodness I’m getting so excited, trying to get prepared.
Updated on 15 Mar 2020:
I’m scared that something could go wrong or that the healing process will be more than I can handle. No matter what fears I have I want this more than anything so it’s definitely going down... more horrible before pictures, just showing why this needs to happen.
Updated on 16 Mar 2020:
My surgery was canceled because we went on the cruise. I’m so angry!
Updated on 17 Mar 2020:
I feel like a spoiled brat and I want to throw the world’s largest tantrum! But I know I shouldn’t I’m blessed in so many ways, my life is the best it’s ever been and I’m crying over not getting my plastic surgery done when I want it... I guess there are worse problems someone can have. I’m going to keep trucking, working on not feeling sorry for myself... I just want to say I love you ladies, only people who can truly empathize with me.
Updated on 2 Apr 2020:
New date May 13.... we will see
Updated on 5 May 2020:
Updated on 14 May 2020:
Ladies I feel pretty good, I’m sure it’s do to al the meds. As soon as I get a picture I will post. So far I’m LOVING what I see.
Updated on 15 May 2020:
I wish I could take pictures of everything but I’m totally wrapped up an can hardly move..
Updated on 16 May 2020:
Excuse me I look crazy..
Updated on 18 May 2020:
Updated on 19 May 2020:
Feeling happy
Updated on 26 May 2020:
Day 13 can’t wait to see the progression!
Updated on 8 Jun 2020:
Recovery is slow but necessary, taking it easy and wish swelling was real but it is...
Updated on 9 Jun 2020:
May 13, 2020 I got a tummy tuck, breast lift with implants and bbl. Dr. Ortegon took very good care of me. If I have any questions I call the office and I am able to speak to him immediately ( wish Kinda amazed me). I couldn’t be happier with the assistance that I have received. I am still in the recovery process 3 weeks 5 days. Thrilled with my decision of picking Dr. Ortegon. I have tracked every step of my journey on RealSelf... Thank you so much Dr. Ortegon and his wonderful staff. A shoutout to Lisa for making me feel like family, you are a true asset.
Updated on 20 Jun 2020:
Updated on 7 Jul 2020:
Ugh I’ve been eating badly, I need to regroup. This Covid thing has me going crazy.. 2 month update doing good...Not the best picture but it shows I got some booty now.