POSTED UNDER Mommy Makeover REVIEWS
So Excited for Makeover (T.T, Lipo, BA), but Are These Fears Part of Normal Jitters or Unusual? - Charlotte, NC
ORIGINAL POST
I am so excited to have this surgery done. I have...
NCMommyof3September 4, 2016
WORTH IT$15,000
I am so excited to have this surgery done. I have been dreaming about having these procedures since my second child, but after my third, the desire to do this became stronger and I finally decided to make the leap. I picked a doctor whose work (that I have seen) and personality and staff are incredible, (Dr.Pratt-Refine Institute) and am counting down the days. I could kick myself for saying this later but I am prepared for a lot of pain and discomfort and 3 weeks of downtime (GOSH, I DO NOT WANT IT TO BE LONGER-I know recovery can take months to a year but I have an office job that I need to be back at on week 4). Any tips on ways to have the speediest recovery possible? I've bought Arnica, Bromelaine and all of these vitamins that are supposed to speed up surgical recovery. I have been drinking a ton of water already and already started taking probiotics and have tried to eat as clean as possible. Any other common little dos or don'ts would be highly appreciated.
NCMommyof3's provider
Replies (5)
October 7, 2016
You will be so nervous up until the point the anesthesiologist puts you to sleep. I had my lipo and BBL just yesterday and am doing well (other than some swelling and very minimal pain) Best of luck!
October 8, 2016
Thanks! I had it done on the 5th and honestly at that point I was just ready to go. Not as nervousness because I guess I got that out of my system
UPDATED FROM NCMommyof3
12 days pre
NERVOUS WRECK & CONSIDERING CANCELLING-TT, BA & LIPO of Flanks, Abs, Crests
NCMommyof3September 23, 2016
I am having serious cold feet. Ive wanted this for a while but recently got stressed and started smoking like 4 ciggerettes a day during work days again (slowly cut down to two then one this morning) . Havent had one since 8:45AM and it is 8:38PM now. I am two weeks out and I do not want a seroma or necrosis, so maybe it's best I postpone? I just dont think I could deal with that mess. Plus, I am having multiple treatments at once. Anyone have any advice?
Replies (3)
September 23, 2016
Just calm down hun. If this something you really want and your confident in the surgeon you choose go for it!! But the cigs gotta stop, if you can't talk to your doctor and see his input on that. But if you think too much your going to keep second guessing yourself. Best of luck in your journey!
October 2, 2016
Your Dr only has 1 review on here and its for Lipo. Make sure he uses Exparel. It can be injected at the time of closure for 72 hour pain relief. I am planning a TT and wont use a Dr that doesn't use it. It may be additional but from what I see on your price it should be included.
October 3, 2016
Thanks ladies!
Doctor uses Exparel. I wasn't 100% sure how effective it could really be but have heard its vital for pain relief.
UPDATED FROM NCMommyof3
1 day pre
Day After Tomorrow-Big Day
NCMommyof3October 3, 2016
I'm a mix of emotions right now as to be expected. Nervous: what if my body doesn't handle the stress well? How badly am I REALLY going to hurt? Do I have everything at home ready? Excited: cannot wait to get this behind me. Cannot wait to see results!
Prayers please! I'll post pics!
Prayers please! I'll post pics!
Thanks for sharing your journey with this community. It sounds like you are well-prepared already, but you might find some of the posts in the MM helpful also, like this one: Top 10 Tips For Before and After Your Mommy Makeover.
I'm so happy to hear that you find it helpful!