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37yo, Mom of 2. Mommy Makeover - Boulder, CO
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My procedure is coming up quick!! I am having a...
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My procedure is coming up quick!! I am having a full tummy tuck, breast lift with 250cc gel silicon implants.
Just 20 more days! I feel so unprepared! I need to get all my Christmas decor up before then as I will not be able to do it after surgery. Christmas shopping. And a million other things! If anyone has any advice and/or tips on things I should purchase now in preparation for recovery, please share!!! I will update as the big day nears and of course my recovery process! Viewing others stories has definitely helped me the last few weeks.
Just 20 more days! I feel so unprepared! I need to get all my Christmas decor up before then as I will not be able to do it after surgery. Christmas shopping. And a million other things! If anyone has any advice and/or tips on things I should purchase now in preparation for recovery, please share!!! I will update as the big day nears and of course my recovery process! Viewing others stories has definitely helped me the last few weeks.
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November 4, 2016
Oh my goodness! I know just how you feel! I was in tears earlier today saying literally the things you just said. Sigh. Mine is Dec.1. Sometimes I'm very excited and can't wait, and other times I just want to cancel the whole thing! It's such a roller coaster. I've been to the chiropractor twice and gotten a massage this week, due to tension in my neck and shoulders. My hubby and best friend are both eternally patient and have been encouraging. I know it will all work out; I just want Christmas to be just right. I'm concerned I won't get everything done. It will me ok! So, at least we know we are not the only ones!
November 4, 2016
Amie4, it's very stressful!! Trying to deal with the guilt of doing something for myself right before such a big holiday (and my daughters 13th birthday!). So much to do! But, in the long run, I know that I will feel amazing when everything is all said and done! And I cannot wait!!
November 4, 2016
Me too! I think that's a good, positive attitude! My friend just had a tummy tuck; it's been 2 weeks for her, and she and I went out to lunch and shopping for an hour yesterday! She even had on heels and is feeling great! So, I'm encouraged.
November 4, 2016
Hi, there. I m having a mommy makeover on Nov 23rd. So excited. I d love to stay in touch since we will be going through this at the same time.
November 8, 2016
Ask your Dr. what you need to purchase vs. what the office will give you. All I had to buy were big granny panties (I wore over my binder) and wife beaters (I wore under my binder to protect from itchiness), and a couple of big zip up nighties. I rented a chair to sleep in for a month. Fill your RX ahead of time. I kept a basket next to my chair with hand sanitizer wipes, tissues, chapstick, all of my rx, vitamins. Everything else was provided for me, all dressings/pads, compression garments, vitamins. You probably don't need to do as much as you think.
Definitely get your decorations up, it'll make you feel happy. Also, you can order all of your xmas gifts online while you're home recovering. I love my amazon prime membership, 2 days shipping!
Good luck :)
November 8, 2016
Good call on the granny panties! And the tanks to wear under the binder. I would not have thought of that. Do you really recommend renting the chair? I've thought about it, but ended up just buying a wedge pillow for my bed.
Amazon boxes have already begun to arrive! Christmas will go up this weekend...ugh! But it will be done!
November 8, 2016
Glad to know there are others going through the same thing around the same time. My surgery is scheduled for Dec 6 and I'm doing a tummy tuck and breast lift with saline implants. It has just hit me now that I'm actually going to do this and I'm freaking out with all the stuff to do before and worrying about all the stuff that can happen post surgery.
Hope to keep in touch during this process. This site has been an amazing help.. your before pictures look very similar to me.
November 8, 2016
Yes, I am absolutely freaking out! Haha! This weekend will be very busy. I would love to see your before pics. And I will update with pics when the big day comes and afterwards. I know that it helped a ton to see others journeys.
UPDATED FROM crishalvor
7 days pre
8 more days!
I am so nervous and excited...I'm not sleeping at night and spend all my free time on his site, searching procedures similar to mine. It may be slightly obsessive at this point!! Haha!
I am stressing about that size implant I should get with my lift. 250, 300, 325?? I tried all the sizers on and had decided on 250 as I really don't want huge boobs. I want high, full, beautiful boobs!! I go again tomorrow for my final preop appointment. I will try the sizers one more time before making my final decision. I'll post pics as well, of course!
I am stressing about that size implant I should get with my lift. 250, 300, 325?? I tried all the sizers on and had decided on 250 as I really don't want huge boobs. I want high, full, beautiful boobs!! I go again tomorrow for my final preop appointment. I will try the sizers one more time before making my final decision. I'll post pics as well, of course!
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November 13, 2016
Good luck with your pre-op! I'm sure that will ease your mind! Mine is Nov. 21 (pre-op). I cleaned my house thoroughly and organized some closets that needed done, so I feel much more calm. I'm sure you will do great! ;)
November 14, 2016
Best of luck with your procedure. I will be having a tummy tuck and breast lift without implants on Nov. 21st. Just in time for Thanksgiving and, unfortunately, everyone will be at my house. My husband and daughter will do the cooking while I recuperate in the comfort of my bedroom!
November 14, 2016
November 14, 2016
I'm glad you posted this! I feel like I'm obsessed with looking at pics and this site, too! My PS said that when you get a lift and implants that the place under the breast where the incisions meet is week. He wouldn't let me go too much more than 350cc's which is what I'm doing.
November 19, 2016
Looking forward to seeing your results! I am booked for Dec 28 - feeling both excited/anxious!
November 19, 2016
Iim having mine on 12/13. Let's stay in touch. I'm looking for recovery buddies!
UPDATED FROM crishalvor
6 days pre
Nightmare
One week from surgery and I had my first surgery nightmare last night. First, I was awake during surgery. Second, the tummy tuck was not performed...only my belly button reconstructed!! I was NOT happy! Haha! It's silly, but I was upset in my dream! I'm going in my pre-op this morning, and I'm sure will ease my mind.
Hey! Welcome, and thanks so much for sharing your story. I hope you'll get lots of support from this awesome community. Have you checked out the Mommy Makeover forum yet? It's a great place to find handy hints, and to build yourself a solid support network. Here's a really good post to give you a taster. Enjoy browsing! Please keep us updated. Good luck :)
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