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TT/muscle Repair/lipo for 36yo, Mom of 3 Kids, 5'3 & 127lbs - Arlington Heights, IL
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I am a 36yo mom of three. I finally realized no...
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I am a 36yo mom of three. I finally realized no amount of dieting is going to change my "mommy" shape. I am for the most part happy with my weight, could always loose that last 5 pounds, but my belly is a constant distraction. I have a super strong core, but look constantly bloated & thick. TT time!
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16 days pre
Before pictures upright & bent over
So...after looking at all the damage three kids could have caused me, I feel like I got by pretty unscathed. Until I sit, lean over, and lets not even mention the jiggle! Sigh. I have minimal skin damage, but when I sit it's like my belly piles into flabby loose rolls. And a constant bloated barrel look on an already short torso. I work too hard to feel like this is as good as it gets.
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March 7, 2015
You really don't look bad, but will look amazing after. I have one biological child and my stomach looks worse, lol! Are you scheduled yet?
March 10, 2015
I agree with you @cmmrr81 she looks great already & her results will be worth it. @Upnorthmom I think we can all relate, we were all nervous prior. It's normal. I would be worried if you weren't nervous. Keep us posted with your journey & we will support you through it :)
March 7, 2015
Which doctors are you considering?
March 7, 2015
Dr. Pelletiere in barrington, IL. I ha a consult with him already. And my next consult is March 11 with dr. Placik in Arlington heights, IL. Trying to pick is nerve wracking. Not that I checked too many docs.
March 12, 2015
I had the same skin amount!! But no fair I don't see a single stretch mark grrrrr lol lucky girl I had more fat on my sides so I had to have lipo but your going to look like you have your pre pregnancy belly back:-)
March 18, 2015
I just saw this post! So sorry! Yeah...I really did luck out with no stretch marks other than my old belly piercing. I have super stretchy skin ;). I sure hope I get my pre PG belly back. Although...I had my first of three kids at age 21. I can't even remember what that "pre" tummy looked like anymore. I think my hubby is in for a real treat! Thanks for your kind words of encouragement.
UPDATED FROM Upnorthmom
12 days pre
It's official! Scheduled for 3/24/15!!!
I am so excited! I found the surgeon I trust enough to do my TT/MR/lipo!!! I am super confident in my decision to stop thinking about it and just jump! I know it's not going to be an easy recovery, but I have faith it will all be worth it 6 months from now. I am so ready to stop getting dressed hiding in the closet (in case my hubby walks in), and...No longer running off to close the blinds when he gets "lovey" ;). I had my first child at age 21, second child at age 23, third child at age 25. Now at age 36....I can't wait to "see" the potential of my body, without this distraction of a flabby, jelly belly! (And CHUNKY flanks :).
After today's consult with Dr. Placik it sounds like I have a 2inch diastis?? And just enough skin to yank down without a vertical incision, and some chunk to lipo off my flanks. I was very disappointed to find he does not use the exparel 72 hour injection, but a pain pump. (especially being I am allergic to most pain killers that most people are able to take after this procedure---gasp!) I just have to trust that he will find the best replacement pain killer possible to help me through this surgery. The thought of pain make me anxious, but the thought of full body hives post op makes me even more anxious. I know the exparel isn't a cure all, I just have been keeping track of every recovery story out there and the exparel seems to get most through the first three days better than a pain pump. the truth is though...I liked Dr. Placik and his staff way too much to let exparel be the deciding factor. His before & afters are spot on! Bedside manner was wonderful, confident yet NOT arrogant, staff was beyond helpful and accommodating, beautiful and clean office. SO...I have to trust the man knows how to handle my unique allergies and will find a way to manage my pain....minus the hives. (Deep breath)
Sorry for the lengthy ramble...I am just so excited and so nervous!!! But mostly excited :).
After today's consult with Dr. Placik it sounds like I have a 2inch diastis?? And just enough skin to yank down without a vertical incision, and some chunk to lipo off my flanks. I was very disappointed to find he does not use the exparel 72 hour injection, but a pain pump. (especially being I am allergic to most pain killers that most people are able to take after this procedure---gasp!) I just have to trust that he will find the best replacement pain killer possible to help me through this surgery. The thought of pain make me anxious, but the thought of full body hives post op makes me even more anxious. I know the exparel isn't a cure all, I just have been keeping track of every recovery story out there and the exparel seems to get most through the first three days better than a pain pump. the truth is though...I liked Dr. Placik and his staff way too much to let exparel be the deciding factor. His before & afters are spot on! Bedside manner was wonderful, confident yet NOT arrogant, staff was beyond helpful and accommodating, beautiful and clean office. SO...I have to trust the man knows how to handle my unique allergies and will find a way to manage my pain....minus the hives. (Deep breath)
Sorry for the lengthy ramble...I am just so excited and so nervous!!! But mostly excited :).
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March 12, 2015
The pain pump is comparable to experel just more bulky... I did have experel I loved it!!!! But I have heard the pain pump works too so no worries:-) it's way more important that your that confident in your doctor!!!:-) that way you trust in your after care, pain management and future post op care!! Yeah congrats I have seen his work!! I think you made a great choice:-)
March 12, 2015
WOOHOO!!! I'm so excited for you! I have surgery in about 8 hrs so I can't sleep and I saw this. If you're confident in your dr, you will do great. And I can't believe how soon they're getting you in! That's awesome. I too hide the front of my body from my husband, lol! It sucks! But we won't have to ANYMORE!!!! You're going to look so hot! Does he use binders?
March 12, 2015
Cmurr81- I can't wait to hear how it went for you today!!!I would imagine you are getting out of surgery just about now! I got in so fast because there was a cancellation on the 24th. So they even gave me a $750 off for filling in that spot last minute! Wow! Couldn't have gone more perfect. Less time to dwell over it all. I am so happy with him as my choice of surgeon. And to answer your question, yes…he uses a binder & drains. You?
March 12, 2015
Lol, I liked your lengthy post but I have a lot to say too. I didn't have any pain pumps or anything but the pain meds were good enough. I'm allergic to codeine but my doc found a good alternative. Being comfortable with your PS is important & good luck with your journey. I'll be following you :)
March 12, 2015
WHAT are you taking in place of codeine!!!!! I am allergic to penicillin, Ibuprofine, and codeine. Full body hives reaction. Whatever they put in my epidural resulted in 6 months of chronic hives after two of my three kids. The only reason I did not get chronic hives after my third child was because I refused ALL drugs/epidural for labor and was fine! I just am so scared to not have a strong enough pain killer for THIS kind of procedure. Labor/delivery is one thing…this…So scared. I don't normally have anxiety, but I find myself anxious about pain management for the first week post op. AND I will be getting my period the day before surgery. Those pms hormones won't help the situation either. Sigh.
March 14, 2015
Oh no!!!! Sry about that!! I'm allergic to penicillin too. They gave me oxycodone aka Percocet...it worked good for me
March 12, 2015
Thank you for that, Lovinit2323! I really am super confident in my doctor. I find it funny that I have zero hesitations on the procedure and that he will do an amazing job. I don't even worry that I will heal poorly. Its the pain! and just knowing that I can't take the heavy hitters most people get for this kind of surgery. I am scared that I will be writhing in pain, and there will be nothing I can do about it. Again….not usually a worrier, but this has me worried after watching peoples recoveries.
March 13, 2015
I did the same thing!! For me...it was a breeze but I did have experel so who knows!! My boobs were WAY worse for me!! PS says everyone is different and I'm a little weird lmao!! As long as your prepared you'll be fine! Just remember most of the women who had a rough time still say they would do it again in a heartbeat:-):-):-)
March 13, 2015
Wow, that's less then two weeks away, how exciting!! I kind of narrowed my search to Dr. Cook and Dr. Placik, although I'm still a ways away from doing anything. My hope is to have one more baby then do cellulaze, then do my tummy tuck! I'll be following you. I can already tell you're going to have great results! Good luck to you!!
March 13, 2015
Thank you! I really do love Dr. Placik & his entire staff thus far. I will definitely keep you updated on how my surgery and recovery went. When I like someones work…I am their greatest advocate!
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