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D37 loves her Tummy Tuck and Adorable BB - Birmingham, AL

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2 years post

Forgot one :)

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d37
WORTH IT$9,400
First bikini ever!!!

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Christopher J. Schaffer, MD

Christopher J. Schaffer, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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June 2, 2019
You look great thanks for all the updates and pictures. I am patiently waiting for my day and recovery. I am strong I can do it
September 10, 2019
Oh wow, you look great! Congratulations!
November 18, 2019
My mind is blown! You look amazing!!!
October 9, 2020
Did you have any lipo when you had your tummy tuck?
UPDATED FROM d37
2 years post

2 1/2 years since TT - can I say love!!

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It's been 2 1/2 years since having my TT and I must say I'm so pleased with everything!
I'm currently 157lbs workout 3-4 times a week and feel great!
The scars are so tiny and barely noticeable. Can't be seen at all in my bikini- yes!! I did get one! First ever in my life :)
I will tell you about a year ago I had some major changes that contributed to not exercising as much - gained up to 167 and I could really tell I was about to lose my results some of I didn't get on top of things. Stated eating better and got back in my exercise routine - now all is well again :)
I have no pain or discomfort at all. Do yoga, Pilates, Zumba, weights and cardio - nothing bothers the incision area.
Got adorable (BB) pierced last April. Something I'd always wanted - and my souvenir tatoo ( reminding me I'm strong, beautiful, not who I used to be and ever changing into a beautiful unique person) of gerber daisy with butterfly a year ago.
It was so worth everything and would not change a thing. My Dr did a fantastic job and I'm so thankful for how I look and feel.

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February 2, 2016
Way to go! Looking even more fabulous!
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February 4, 2016
Thanks sweet girl! Feeling fabulous too. I follow you :) looking good!!
July 1, 2020
Beautiful results! Love the tattoo. How long after surgery were you able to workout?
July 9, 2020
wow!!! look at the scar!! tell me all of your secrets!
August 19, 2020
https://shrinkme.io/4DCaGF

good video
UPDATED FROM d37
11 months post

10 months post TT :) happy!!

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Hey you guys! I've missed you so much (my fault completely)!
So many things has happened these last months and time for away from me :)
I'm 10 months post TT and honestly it feels like years! No problems at all. I do everything as before no pain, pulling or uncomfortable feelings.
My scar has faded really well. Actually I'm surprised at the lightness and smooth texture. Was expecting a longer time to see it like this. Adorable is so darn cute!! Seems each month she fades and softens more. I love her!!!
I'm still I a size 10 jeans, but honestly I don't have any desire to be smaller or want more surgery. I'm happy with me :). Perfect? Not by a long shot! Still curvy, lots of hip fand flanks fluff but I like how my clothes fit, comfortable in my own skin without them and feel sexy. So why do more, right? Beside girls, a girl with out curves is like jeans without pockets- my man wouldn't have a place to put his hands! Well, not totally true- he knows, but I do like how his hands feel sliding down my curves ;) Lol!
So for the firsties - I bought my first bikini ever in my life and have worn it! Yep, is true! Enjoy soaking in the hot tub topless, with a perfect glass of wine with a private lightening bug show (which I never would have done before). Enjoy wearing loose summer tops that give a hint of what's under it as the light material gently hugs my curves. Yes, teasing is fun :) took a 5 hour Harley ride to the beach for a burger at Flora Bama - played an hour in the sand, then came back the same day :D oh and totally rock a pair of Miss Me and Roxk Revival jeans in a size 29! Whoop!
My work outs are mostly consistent- I defiantly am not as intense or fixated on size/weight. Although I stay between 149-153. I don't freak when the scales climb a pound or two- it'll go away. I do cardio 2-3 times a week and strength training with light weights twice a week. This has been my nitch to keep me healthy I think. Plus I throw in a bike ride, kayak/canoe trip or hiking for fun. :) life's short- enjoy the moments - even diet, exercise, body image and plastic surgery can become such joy stealers as we focus on what we're not and forget to enjoy who we are. (Just my thinking)
Love, love, love my tattoo! Actually going to get one more for Christmas ;) the second is an anchor intertwined with a compass :) it has meaning too stay focused on my direction in life and anchored in what's truth.
Sex is pretty damn hot- I think because my confidence in how I look has increased. I'm not as self conscious in the "what I'm not" and more in tune with damn I'm hot ;) (not being cocky, but I feel it) Oh, side note.... Worries how your fella will view your scar? I've not had anyone who was hung up on how my scar looked- honestly I'm not sure it was even noticed LOL! I think I worry more about it that anyone else! Besides girls, have you seen Pink's scar? Ya, that chic rocks hers all over the stage!
Well, I had better scoot, bye for now Much love and ((((hugs))))
D.

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June 27, 2014
I think you look awesome!!!! I love the tattoo and love your Adorable too!!!
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June 27, 2014
Thank you beautiful!!
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June 27, 2014
You look great. How do you feel about the lipo on the love handles? Are there any lumps or uneven spots on the back? Does anything still hang over your pants from your back side? My love handles bother me even more now after the tummy tuck (I opted for no lipo at the time, which I now regret). Do you regret the lipo at all or love it?
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June 27, 2014
Sheeney7 you look fantastic!! Congrats on the weight loss!! I've lost 67# but wow!! 115! I love the lipo. I have a very fluffy booty so the amount of lipo on my flanks was not a lot- he was trying to keep me in proportion. I do love it and glad i did. I do t have any overhang in my jeans- but ten to find jeans that fit my body type well. Some just are not for me. I have a little fluff on my flanks but if it were any less because of my shape, I feel it's overall good. As the year progresses I noticed that I'm still losing inches and see more of my actual shape. Is do it again in a heartbeat! I don't have any lumps or bumps, at forts there were firm places but as the tissues healed and the scar tissue decreased, the firmness went away. It just feels like regular tissue now. You're so little, I didn't see any extra on the flanks but we are always the first to see what we don't like, right? LOL Did your dr say you needed it? I did smart lipo and they say it take a year or more for the damaged tissue to completely go away. I still may see a little more changes over the next couple months. Congratulations again!!
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June 27, 2014
You are so sweet, thanks for getting back to me. I am happy for you and your results! No, at the time of my consultation my doc said I didn't need it. But now that I'm so flat in front…I just feel like my love handles stick out even more now. I'm still debating it. I'm glad you have a great outcome because I know that's not always the case with lipo! :) Thank you for your thoughts I appreciate it very much :)
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June 28, 2014
You are so welcome! Let me know what you decide!
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June 27, 2014
Rockin that hour glass figure!! Your waist line is to die for!!! Thanks for spreading your cheer here on real self and sharing your wit and wisdom! Love you sister!
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June 27, 2014
You look fabulous. I like everything! Tattoo, new Tummy Rockin'!
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June 27, 2014
Newmeaug13, Trying my best to rock it ;) love ya too!
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June 27, 2014
Thanks 40lovin! I love my tattoo too, waited along time to do it :) wasn't so bad wince the tummy nerves are not fully back ! LOL
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June 27, 2014
AMAZING!!! Rock that bikini!
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June 27, 2014
Aww thanks geedub! How are you?
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June 27, 2014
All is well!!! Loving my busy life!
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June 27, 2014
You look great!!!
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June 27, 2014
Looking good rock that bikini
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June 28, 2014
You do too. tessa! Thanks girl!
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June 28, 2014
You are welcome and thank you too D37. How have you been?
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June 28, 2014
I'm good. The past months have been adventurous to say the least!! Lots of changes. My husband told me dec 22 he was leaving. So I did what every gal would do... Moved to a different city (where I knew no one seriously!!), got a new job and started over. The only negative thing in it all is I get lonely at time because I didn't know people. But just got out there, started meeting people and started building friends. Not what I want totally but am amazed at how quickly my network of people are building. Love my new place!!! Feels like home. I'm so happy with how I've healed- truly amazed at my scar!! Live ya girl!!!
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June 28, 2014
**love. Lol
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June 29, 2014
I'm so sorry that happen to you . You are very brave too just pick up move to a different city I take my hat off to you. You are a beautiful lady and the right one will come to you. That's what I tell myself . I love your tattoo .
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June 29, 2014
Aww thank you Tessa! I'm good, really. Just enjoying being me and meeting new people. Last night went dancing with some new friends I made- sweated a lot LOL! Good 4 hour workout!! Great to hear from you!
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June 29, 2014
Wish you would have moved to my city.-) would love to hang out.
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June 29, 2014
I know!! We would have so much fun together!!! Went dancing last night. Had a blast! 4 hr work out ;)