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Married, mid thirties, mother of 3 beautiful...
Aussie MumApril 27, 2012
WORTH IT$12,000
Married, mid thirties, mother of 3 beautiful children. I'm just an average mum just looking to feel better about my body. I love my life and I'm at a point now where I'm mostly happy with the way I look, except for the saggy skin, rolls and stretchmarks. Its funny to reflect on how I spent most of my teens and early twenties despising my body...only to realise looking back how lovely it once was. Im not looking to win a bikini contest anytime soon but it would be nice not to have to tuck my tummy into my pants, lol.
UPDATED FROM Aussie Mum
3 months pre
OK, so here are my stats and story... Oh and...
Aussie MumApril 30, 2012
OK, so here are my stats and story...
Oh and btw, I'm typically not much of a "sharer", you know those people who are constantly on facebook and the like, well that's not me. I have always felt I have nothing interesting to say...but finding this website filled with so many amazing stories has inspired me to share mine. So thank you everyone for sharing and being so supportive of each other... it has given me the courage to go ahead with my TT!!!!
Ht: 5'2" (157cm)
Wt: 55kg
So I have always struggled with my weight, my highest was about 80kg (Im not sure but I think thats about 180pd???) which is alot for my height. I'm no amazon, in fact I'm pretty short, 5'2" and now I am about 54-55kg (i think thats roughly 125pd, would like to lose a couple more before the big day but will see how we go. Ive lost about 10kg since the birth of my 2yr old and am currently at my lowest weight since I was about 18...its been hard work at the gym and mainly watching what goes in my mouth! I'm at a healthy weight now so perhaps I should just be happy with that and not aim for something that I might not be able to maintain???
My hubby is very supportive of my decision to have a TT, I think he just want the whinging to end lol...I really am sick of it myself. I just hope I get the results I'm looking for. (and don't start picking at other imperfections...)
I have seen 2 surgeons, the first one said I didn't need rectus muscle repair which I thought was crazy...I've had 3 babies, by c-section...I thought that didn't sound right. So I saw another Dr, recommended from a friends mum. Hes a lot more expensive (about $12000 vs $8000) but I felf a lot more comfortable with him and I figure you get what you pay for???
Cannot afford to do the whole mummy makeover, as the mastopexy/reduction and implants was going to take my total spend to $30000!!!! No way I could afford that right now. Having a hard time swallowing my guilt to do the TT alone so the boobies will have to wait!
So have scheduled TT for the 4th July...
Have uploaded some before pics...I don't think they are really clear so might do another. I think I was holding my tummy in too. Its really hard to photograph yourself relaxed, lol. Note to self: Next time wipe all the toothpaste marks off the mirror!
Also, Is it normal to dream of nothing else but plastic surgery???
Oh and btw, I'm typically not much of a "sharer", you know those people who are constantly on facebook and the like, well that's not me. I have always felt I have nothing interesting to say...but finding this website filled with so many amazing stories has inspired me to share mine. So thank you everyone for sharing and being so supportive of each other... it has given me the courage to go ahead with my TT!!!!
Ht: 5'2" (157cm)
Wt: 55kg
So I have always struggled with my weight, my highest was about 80kg (Im not sure but I think thats about 180pd???) which is alot for my height. I'm no amazon, in fact I'm pretty short, 5'2" and now I am about 54-55kg (i think thats roughly 125pd, would like to lose a couple more before the big day but will see how we go. Ive lost about 10kg since the birth of my 2yr old and am currently at my lowest weight since I was about 18...its been hard work at the gym and mainly watching what goes in my mouth! I'm at a healthy weight now so perhaps I should just be happy with that and not aim for something that I might not be able to maintain???
My hubby is very supportive of my decision to have a TT, I think he just want the whinging to end lol...I really am sick of it myself. I just hope I get the results I'm looking for. (and don't start picking at other imperfections...)
I have seen 2 surgeons, the first one said I didn't need rectus muscle repair which I thought was crazy...I've had 3 babies, by c-section...I thought that didn't sound right. So I saw another Dr, recommended from a friends mum. Hes a lot more expensive (about $12000 vs $8000) but I felf a lot more comfortable with him and I figure you get what you pay for???
Cannot afford to do the whole mummy makeover, as the mastopexy/reduction and implants was going to take my total spend to $30000!!!! No way I could afford that right now. Having a hard time swallowing my guilt to do the TT alone so the boobies will have to wait!
So have scheduled TT for the 4th July...
Have uploaded some before pics...I don't think they are really clear so might do another. I think I was holding my tummy in too. Its really hard to photograph yourself relaxed, lol. Note to self: Next time wipe all the toothpaste marks off the mirror!
Also, Is it normal to dream of nothing else but plastic surgery???
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May 1, 2012
Good for you!! I am 6 days post op and have no regrets. It is a process to get to the point to decide to do it, but once you decide, it is all you think about!! Keep us posted with your journey and best of luck to you!!
May 1, 2012
Thanks for comment carnrob. Just had a look at your profile, you look so good. I hope I end up with a great result like you. Its going to be a nerve wracking wait...and its all I will think about for sure!
May 1, 2012
I am 8 days post op and I have no regrets. I got a little down after a couple o days because of the swelling. I wanted to see immediate results. After doing some research online I realized what I was goin thru was normal. Don't try to be tough and go without your pain meds. That was another mistake I made and learned from quickly. Be sure to have good arm muscles built up because you will need them alot to get yourself up and down. You don't realize how much you use your stomach muscles until you can't use them. I can't deny that it is painful the first week but it does get better everyday. Oh and one more piece of advice that I never seen mentioned is be sure to do everything possible to stay regular after your surgery. Its so easy to get constipated. Good luck with your surgery.
May 2, 2012
Thanks for the great advice amystacey, how many nights did u spend in hospital...I live a long distance from the city so wondering how long i should stay in hospital for?I've seen some posts of people going home after 1 night...that seems scary ???
Think i will book in for a few sessions with my trainer just on arms...great tip.
Hope your swellings going down, would love to hear any more tips you might have!
Think i will book in for a few sessions with my trainer just on arms...great tip.
Hope your swellings going down, would love to hear any more tips you might have!
May 24, 2012
Congrats on your decision! I am currently 6 days PO and it's still a bit hard, but I'm so glad I did it! :) My advice is that you make sure you have someone with you for at least a week and try to work up your leg strength. I never realized how much I used my stomach muscles for everything until I couldn't use them anymore. Btw I know what you mean, I had guilt about how much money I spent on my TT too, but I promise it's worth it. :D Oh and YES I dreamed about my surgery for weeks beforehand and I still do lol. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM Aussie Mum
8 days pre
1 week to go! Feeling excited one minute then on...
Aussie MumJune 26, 2012
1 week to go! Feeling excited one minute then on the verge of a nervous breakdown the next....I guess this is normal???
Im as organised as I can be so will try to distract myself this week and can't wait to be on the other side! My doc said I will be in for 5 nights
(I have to travel a few hours to the city for my op so can't travel too soon after) I hate the thought of leaving the hubby & kids for so long :(
Will just ride the rollercoaster........
Im as organised as I can be so will try to distract myself this week and can't wait to be on the other side! My doc said I will be in for 5 nights
(I have to travel a few hours to the city for my op so can't travel too soon after) I hate the thought of leaving the hubby & kids for so long :(
Will just ride the rollercoaster........
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