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37 Years Old, 3 Kids, in Need of Tummy Tuck! - Brookfield, WI

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After much research and debate, I have decided to...

Pisces0320
$10,500
After much research and debate, I have decided to get a tummy tuck with liposuction. I'm excited and nervous and a bunch of different emotions all rolled up in one. A little about me : I'm married, 3 kids, work 2 jobs, and I have always been on the heavier side. In the past few years I have lost approximately 60lbs and have kept it off. As a result of my pregnancies and fluctuating weight, I have a very loose, jiggly belly. I have decided to have a tummy tuck and liposuction of my "back fat" right under my bra area. Right now I'm 5'4" and weigh 191lbs. I have very realistic expectations for this surgery, as my goal is not to wear a bikini or anything, I simply want to be able to wear a pair of pants without them always rolling down between my two stomachs as I like to call it. At this point, I just want to feel and look better in my clothes. I am scheduled for surgery May 6th, so the countdown has begun! I have to say, reading everybody's posts on this site has been a tremendous help in this process, so Thank You!

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Paul Loewenstein (retired)

Paul Loewenstein (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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April 27, 2015
I just had surgery with Dr. L on Thursday! Mommy makeover
April 27, 2015
How exciting! How do you feel?? I'm nervous but so excited. Not sure what to expect!
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May 4, 2015
Dr L is great- I am 11 days post op and feeling great- should be getting my drains out tomorrow! Feel free to ask me any Q's:)
May 5, 2015
Did you stay overnight at the hospital? How bad were the drains? I'm a little nervous about the drains.
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May 5, 2015
I did- there is NO WAY that I would not stay over night with a TT, Lift and AUG- no way- that catheter is a MUST!!!!!!!! It's expensive but totally worth it- Are you staying overnight? I just got my last 2 drains out today- I had surgery LAST TR so 12 days- they started putting out less than 30 cc's on Sunday so it was time-they are not fun but you can deal with them-I had one placed for my left breast and that one came out right away on the TU after surgery(5 days)-
May 7, 2015
Well I made it! I'm staying overnight also. I couldn't imagine going home so fast after such a major surgery! I'm not looking forward to going home with these drains, but I'll manage. I'll try to post more tomorrow, I'm super groggy right now.
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July 6, 2015
Hi I am scheduled to have a Tt in July 17 I'm nervous an excited all in one so I was wondering wat was the most hardest part of recovery...an I was also told as for pain the most painful part afterwards is the muscle repair how true is this?? #Help
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July 6, 2015
The drains were the hardest for me and learning how to stand straight again. The overall pain was not bad, just stay on schedule with pain meds.
July 6, 2015
The pain was not that bad at all. Coughing and sneezing were the worst but just hold a pillow close to you if you have to cough or sneeze. I never had drains from the many profiles I have read the drain sound like the worst part. Good luck!
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July 6, 2015
Thanks ladies I'm a nervous wreck
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July 6, 2015
Apple Juice, request Exparel as that numbs the area around the muscle repair for about 3 days, I've heard it is gold! It's about $350-500 but worth it, I'm getting it for sure! I won't have drains, those can add additional pain and discomfort also.
August 28, 2015
Thank you for sharing, our bodies are the same and so are our stats.....surgery turned out awesome
UPDATED FROM Pisces0320
2 days pre

Two more days to go!

Pisces0320
Two more days and I'll be on the flat side!! I'm super excited and a little nervous....I thought I'd be freaking out more by now, but I'm not. I'm sure it's coming. I'm posting my before pics....I can't wait to post the after ones!

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May 4, 2015
Wishing you luck!!!!
May 4, 2015
Thank you :)
May 4, 2015
Congratulations on taking the step to look how you want. I think it is a great thing for moms to take some time and effort for ourselves. We are always doing something for our families but for once we can do this for us! Keep us updated! Best wishes!
May 4, 2015
Thank you! I'll definitely post updates. Reading everyone else's stories/posts is what helped me to decide that this was definitely worth it!
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May 4, 2015
Wishing you well!!
May 4, 2015
Thank you!
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May 4, 2015
Good luck to you!
May 5, 2015
Thank you!
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May 6, 2015
Good luck tomorrow!!
May 7, 2015
Thanks!
UPDATED FROM Pisces0320
Day of treatment

I Made It!!

Pisces0320
Had surgery today, I'm spending the night at the hospital and so happy that I am.....this pain pump drug thing is a lifesaver! I'll post more tomorrow when I'm not so tired and can actually see straight :)

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May 7, 2015
Welcome to the flat side! I kinda wish I stayed overnight but was able to manage my pain at home... saved me some money for my new wardrobe
May 7, 2015
I don't know if it was the pain I was worried about initially...it would have been my kids fighting and not letting me rest, lol :)
May 7, 2015
I just saw that you had your TT the day before me! How exciting!!! How do you feel?
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May 7, 2015
I'm sooo drugged up I don't feel pain. .. just weird in my stomach because of the swelling. Back hurts from staying hunched over. Trying to walk alot but do get out of breath quickly. How do you feel?
May 7, 2015
Congrats!!!! Welcome to the flat side
May 7, 2015
Thank you :)
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May 7, 2015
Happy to hear... congrats... can't wait to see the pic... thanks for sharing
May 8, 2015
Thank you!
May 8, 2015
I feel better than I thought I would, but I'm really tired and my stomach feels weird also because of the swelling. I've been trying to walk a lot, but I don't really get out if breath, I just start to feel kinda lightheaded. I just keep reminding myself that everyday it'll get better :)
May 8, 2015
I think I posted my reply to you in the wrong spot! That should tell you how out of it I am!!!