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27 Years Old, 2 Kids (My Life) Mini Tummy Tuck, Muscle Separation, Lipo. Allentown, PA

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Hello, a little about me: I'm a mother of 2...

NataphinFebruary 6, 2015
$6,000
Hello, a little about me: I'm a mother of 2 beautiful children (2 and 9). I had my first at 18 years old and my second at 25. I am a hard worker. My husband and I split about 2 years ago and it changed my life. I look at myself differently. I care more about myself but it also made me self conscious when in a bathing suit or even in jeans (I hate the roll over). I hide it very well at 124 lbs with muscle separation and in need of lipo. I'm scheduled for a tummy tuck on 2/18/15 with Dr. Chung in Allentown, PA. I'm so nervous and can't even believe I'm doing it. My goal is to boost my confidence and love myself during this soul searching life change! I'm terrified about the scar so if anyone can give any advice, I'd appreciate it! I'm doing this for me!! Wish me luck!!!

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Johnny Chung, MD, FACS

Johnny Chung, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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bygracept
February 7, 2015
Good luck! My mini TT was 4 weeks ago. Surgery was fairly easy. Drain got annoying...glad it's gone. Scar was overwhelming when I first saw it, but it is healing well. So far I'm glad I did it. I like looking at the pics 9-12 months post op because then the scars are so light. I know mine will continue to fade.
Nataphin920
February 7, 2015
Awww thanks!! Where did you have yours done at? I know me too I like the 1 yr po pics lol. Well no turning back now it's paid!
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Back2flat28
February 8, 2015
Congrats on taking this step for yourself. I can't wait to hear how everything went. Are you confident in the mini tuck?
Nataphin920
February 8, 2015
Thank you! Im nervous about it but I'm confident that this is the only solution to fix my problem and obtain my results
tam39
February 10, 2015
I'm excited for you. I also saw dr. Chung for lipo, but he explained that I had abdominal separation and needed a mini tt. I haven't scheduled anything yet as I am still thinking things over. I've heard mixed reviews about mini Ty's but dr Chung seemed so knowledgable and confident. Can't wait to hear about your procedure - please keep us posted!
Nataphin920
February 10, 2015
He is the only doctor I met with and he also said I have muscle separation which I never knew about just by looking at me. He def seems confident in what he does. I'm nervous and still can't believe im doing it but I am putting my trust in him. I will def keep everyone posted. I am new to this site and it's been very helpful so I want to help others!
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proudmomof5
February 11, 2015
Following you ladies :) my MTT is scheduled for 3/12/15.... deposit down and pre-op appointment scheduled for 3/3/15 to go over final details and make final payment.
Nataphin920
February 11, 2015
Yayyy! So excited! Keep us posted on your procedure also!
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proudmomof5
February 14, 2015
Hey just happened to read your profile through the end and just to let you know... the scar will fade. I had a full TT in April 2004 after 3 kids then had the twins in May 2013 so that's why I am going in for a MTT (doc did the muscle test and says muscles are good). Just letting you know that you will freak out when you first see the scar but give it time and it will fade to a white line.
Nataphin920
February 14, 2015
Ok thanks I appreciate that. I know in the long run it will be better and I can put tattoo but I agree the initial shock of it is going to freak me out lol but I think it's worth it. Wow so u got prego afterwards!
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proudmomof5
February 14, 2015
The scar is totally worth it! At first when you are in pain right after you will ask yourself "what did I do to myself" lol but it gets better. By the 2nd week you should be so happy that the scar won't matter. Yes got pregnant after :) wasn't planning on anymore kids but decided at age 38 to go for it one last time and ended up with twins hehe...
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4 days pre

4 More Days!

NataphinFebruary 13, 2015
So nervous but excited! Took some more pics this morning so I can see before and after. Will try to keep everyone posted!

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proudmomof5
February 14, 2015
I'm jealous... 26 more days for me :) unless I can somehow get the date moved up by about a week or 2. Good luck to you! Keep us posted.
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1 day pre

OMG 1 More Day

NataphinFebruary 17, 2015
I haven't heard from the Doctor though but I guess the hospital is going to call me tonight to let me know what time to be there. Is this normal? What about the garment i'm supposed to be in? Is the doctor bringing it?

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Avaaidan927
February 18, 2015
Do you have any after pics?
Nataphin920
February 18, 2015
I will post. Procedure is tomorrow
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proudmomof5
February 18, 2015
Good luck! Thinking about you!
Nataphin920
February 18, 2015
Awww thank u!!!
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proudmomof5
February 19, 2015
Well how did it go? You hanging in there?
Nataphin920
February 19, 2015
i will right an update and post pics tomorrow. Everything went well. Was scheduled at 12:30 pm and left the hospital at 10 pm long long day!
tam39
February 19, 2015
Glad everything went - what a long day!
tam39
February 18, 2015
Good luck! Please keep us posted.
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Mommy23Ls
February 18, 2015
Good luck! I'm excited to hear how you make out. I'm going March 11th in doylestown to have a mini Tt and BA
Nataphin920
February 19, 2015
Doylestown not far from me! I bet you can't wait. I haven't seen my tummy only scar and im still happy I did it! I'm allowed to take a shower today so that's when I'll take pics. Hope your procedure goes well!!
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