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27yr Old Mom of 4 Ready for "The Change"!! - Camden, SC

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Okay. So I'm just starting out. I have my...

Momby4boysJanuary 23, 2011
WORTH IT$5,850

Okay. So I'm just starting out. I have my first consultation on January 31st. I'm really excited, but let's be realistic. Can a stay at home mom of 4 boys (ages 10, 4, 3, & 18mths) really undergo something like this?

I'm 5'2" (on a good day I'm 5'2" and 1/2"!!) and only weigh around 120lbs. I've never been over weight in my life (except when I was pregnant). I had my first child when I was 16 and I gained 60lbs!! My poor poor body just never recovered. Fortunatly my husband took on me and my son and together we had 3 more sons within 3.5 yrs. (2 were uh-oh babies!!)

We wanted more, especially a girl, but I don't want to be pregnant anymore. So, if we decide to build a 2nd floor to our house, then we'll go "pick one out". That way we'll be sure to get a girl...or 2!! ;)

So, now it's my time. I am the same size I was when I was in high school. (maybe +5lbs) Size 2-4 (depending on the time of the month - ladies, you know what I mean!!). My problem is in the center of my belly (belly button area). It's flabby, flabby, flabby. With wrinkly old people skin. My husband says he likes it because it's soft. Gross. Really, who wants to hang onto all that excess skin/fat/whatever (except our wonderful husbands, of course!)
So, here I go. We are doing this in private (only my husband, sister, and babysitter know) because my family does not support doing this kind of thing. Money should be spent on more "important" things. However, what is more important that your self-esteem?!?!

So, after I have this done and I'm rockin' a bikini on the beach after 11 years of not being able to hardly wear a tankini, I'm gonna laugh in their face and LOVE my new body!!

Encourage me on in this journey because the Good Lord knows that parting with this kind of money is extremely difficult for my personality because I never spend money on myself. I'll update after my consultation, but I'm 99.9% sure that I will be scheduling my surgery before I leave that office!! :)

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Peter C. Haines, MD

Peter C. Haines, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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flower18
January 23, 2011
I am a few days post-up and am about your size, too. 5'3" and 120 pounds. I've never been over-weight either and would consider my body type to be athletic. I have three kids 8, 6, and 4, and you and your husband will manage just fine during your recovery. I chose to do this in private as well, as my parents and husband are the only people that know. Everyone thinks I just had an umbilical hernia repaired. I say go for it! You'll love your new body and YOU ARE WORTH IT!! Best of luck to you and keep us posted!
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3boys 1princess
January 23, 2011
I am in your same boat. I have 4 kids, 8,6,5 and 2. I have been wanting a TT since #4 was born. I have actually already scheduled an appt with a highly recommened PS and had to cancel the darn appt because one of the kids got sick. This in turn got me wondering if this was really the right thing to be doing.
I am turning 30 this year and are going to reward myself with a TT. I am calling tomorrow to re-schedule and get in and get it done.
I am in this journey with you and along for the ride.
Anxious to hear about your consultation in the 31st. Will keep you posted when I get my appt scheduled.
Good Luck
~Julie
Momby4boys
January 24, 2011
Yea. I called 3 times, never committing to a consultation, before the nurse finally said, "The first step is the consultation. Just come to the consultation."
So I said....okay. Okay, let's do it!! :) I want to be scheduled for after Feb. 16 (my husband's work banquet is that night) So, right after that would be AWESOME!! :)
I'll keep everything updated, so keep watching out for me!! :)
Becker MN3445
January 27, 2011
You do realize the recocery requires you stay home for 10 days, other than going to the doc office. I'm on week three and still don't feel great.
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Angie_M
January 25, 2011

As long as you are able to line up enough help for you and your kids while you're recovering, I don't see why you wouldn't be able to swing it. It certainly sounds like you have a supportive husband.

Have you checked out Kimmers Month-by-Month Tummy Tuck Diary? It's a great read!

I've also started a Facebook group called Moms Who Want Their Bodies Back, so if you're interested, come by and "like" us.

Momby4boys
January 28, 2011
Yes Ma'm. I have read just about everything there is to read. I am already lining up days with my babysitter, sister, and husband, made a list of things to get, to do, and to have for the surgery and I haven't even been to the consultation yet!! :)
My husband is a Police Officer so he works 5 days one week and 2 days the next week. We're going to try to plan the surgery on a weekend that he's off, but if not, he's going to take some Family Sick time. So I'll have at least 5 days before I would be left alone. After that, the small kids will be going to another SAHM on the days that my husband is working. My sister is going to handle taking care of the oldest child and I will not be scheduling any cakes for at least 4 weeks after my surgery (I own a cake decorating business).
I've had surgery before for endometriosis. As I was leaving the hospital, my sister called and said she was in labor and heading that way. I was at the hospital bright and early the next morning to be there for the birth. I could barely walk, talk, breathe, you name it, but I was there. It takes a lot to get me down for long.
Now, I'm not making light of the healing process. I am well aware of the things I will not be able to do and the time frame I will be completely enabled. However, I'm confident that if I care for myself properly in the beginning that it will make my recovery more speedy. :)
Thank you for your concern, though. But I am preparing myself.
RRSMILES
January 31, 2011

hello, im just concerned about you lifting heavy things, just dont do it...lol so rem that part and no straining, u can do it we are all super moms... lol

UPDATED FROM Momby4boys

Wow! I have an appointment!! February 22nd at 9am...

Momby4boysJanuary 31, 2011
Wow! I have an appointment!! February 22nd at 9am. Dr. H. said I my ab muscles were pulled apart about 3". He also said he'd be removing all the skin from the top of my belly button down and repairing the muscles both down the middle and pulling them in on the sides.

The office manager asked me when I would like to start looking at dates and I said As soon as Possible. She laughed and replied she had an opening in 2 days!!! haha...a little TOO quick. My husband said I have to go to his work banquet on the 16th, so here I go right after that!!!! I'm super excited and nervous and I'm racking my brains trying to figure out arrangements for the kids. Guess I better get started...I have a LOT to do in 3 weeks!!

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UPDATED FROM Momby4boys

Update to my Update!! :) We've changed...

Momby4boysFebruary 1, 2011
Update to my Update!! :) We've changed the surgery date to February 18th instead of the 22nd. :)

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3boys 1princess
February 1, 2011
That is so exciting. I can't wait to go in on the 10th to hear what they have to say about how far apart my abs are. My OB said they were about 3 inches apart at my last appt, but I don't want to believe it til I hear it from the PS.
Good luck on making arranagements for the kids. I seriously think that is going to be the most stressful part for me, even more than the surgery and recovery. Isn't that always like us moms, more worried about the kids than our own welfare?
Keep us posted, so excited for you!!
~Julie
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Cass25
February 8, 2011
You are going to look amazing after your tummy is done! You are already so small once that little bit is gone wow. Are you ready? I am having mine done just two days before you and I think I am a little better I had a few (maybe more than a few) panic attacks but I few much better. Excited to see how you look after!
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Columbus2941
February 16, 2011
I just read your story, and your date is almost here! Good luck! I will be thinking about you and waiting for your updates!!
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3boys 1princess
February 16, 2011
So close now!! Excited for you. I just schedule mine today for sure on March 28 and I am so stinking nervous! Hope you are doing well!! Update when you get a chance! :)
mommy41
February 19, 2011
I am going in on the 24th and I am soooo nervous. I am second guessing myself if I should do this as it gets closer
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Cass25
February 20, 2011
NO dont second guess yourself you will be so happy after its done! I was in your place just the other day and I am just so excited for the tubes to come out and to be able to walk standing up. You will be upset if you let your nerves get to you!
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