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1 year - TT, MR and lipo
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The Buddha, my Buddha, and I have been life long...
buhbyebuhddaNovember 5, 2012
WORTH IT$9,300
The Buddha, my Buddha, and I have been life long frenemies. I've had a belly my whole life and have always wanted it to be gone. But I fear pain (will whine about paper cuts) and am cheap. Also, when I cross my arms, I like to rest them on my belly so I may miss that. But after running a marathon a few weeks ago (my one and only) and still having my stomach fat bouncing while I run, I decided to go for the tummy tuck. I haven't worn a bikini since I was 4 years old and don't think that will be changing after the TT, but I would like to know what a flat stomach is like and not have to wear mu-mu shirts for the rest of my life. I am 36 with 2 kids, about 5'3" and 126 pounds. I met with Dr. Niki Christopoulos. She was great - knowledgeable, professional and down to earth. I didn't feel judged (I feared it would be like the cosmetic counter at Nordstroms). I have never "blogged" in my life, but I am thankful to all you ladies who have shared your stories and hope mine will help someone too.
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1 month pre
Some before pictures... I've been struggling with...
buhbyebuhddaNovember 6, 2012
Some before pictures... I've been struggling with feelings of guilt and embarrassment for wanting to do this. Your stories have helped me, but please feel free to share any advice. My parents were once supportive, but now are not. My husband has been awesome and supportive. But I feel guilty for making him take time off work and taking on all the household/kid stuff and guilty that I won't be totally available for my boys.
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November 6, 2012
Don't beat yourself up! Your whole life is devoted to them, this short time when you won't be completly available is a only a drop in the bucket compared to how much you are there and all you do for them!
November 7, 2012
Thank you! I really appreciate it! As the surgery date gets closer, I may ask you to repost your comments! :)
November 7, 2012
I live in chicago and looking for someone to do my tummy tuck and lipo of my flanks. How did you find her and how much is she charging u?
November 7, 2012
My friend got a "mommy makeover" from Dr. Christopoulos and she looks amazing. I'm paranoid about the TT scar (the placement, etc). Seeing my friend's results and the before/after pictures in the office helped me decide that she was the right doctor for me. TT with lipo will be $9,300.
December 16, 2012
If you are in the city contact Dr. Platis too. My friend had TT, lipo, breast aug and contouring and she looks amazing. My surgery is Dec 15th. Nervous but really like Dr. Platis.
December 5, 2012
you deserve this.we r so giving to others we forget abput ourselves...we can still b sexy and moms..good luck
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8 days pre
Had my pre-op appointment. I have been so anxious,...
buhbyebuhddaDecember 5, 2012
Had my pre-op appointment. I have been so anxious, nervous, freaking out about recovery time, money, pain, swell hell, burden on my family, etc. I have been telling the people who know about my surgery that if I die (and I know logically chances are lower than low) during surgery to tell my boys that I was a cool and loving mom and that I was not a totally vain person who died to look better. I am mortified by the idea that my boys would have to tell friends that their mom died getting a tummy tuck. Silly, crazy brain of mine.
It was SUPER comforting to talk to Dr. Christopoulos. She took the time and answered all of my questions, even my admittedly out there ones. For example, I am afraid if I gain weight after surgery that the weight gain will go to my already round face. Weird thing to worry about.... I know. But flat stomach and huge chipmunk face. I fear that. I know these outcomes are unlikely, but I needed to ask them or I would fester on them. Also, it was comforting to hear from a board certified plastic surgeon that no, you will not grow chipmunk cheeks. Anyway, I feel so confident in Dr. Christopoulos that I'm really not worried about my results. I know they will be good. One less thing to worry about. I feel lucky about that!
Sending positive thoughts to you ladies healing or in surgery today! You all have helped me so much with your experiences! December 13th is my day!
It was SUPER comforting to talk to Dr. Christopoulos. She took the time and answered all of my questions, even my admittedly out there ones. For example, I am afraid if I gain weight after surgery that the weight gain will go to my already round face. Weird thing to worry about.... I know. But flat stomach and huge chipmunk face. I fear that. I know these outcomes are unlikely, but I needed to ask them or I would fester on them. Also, it was comforting to hear from a board certified plastic surgeon that no, you will not grow chipmunk cheeks. Anyway, I feel so confident in Dr. Christopoulos that I'm really not worried about my results. I know they will be good. One less thing to worry about. I feel lucky about that!
Sending positive thoughts to you ladies healing or in surgery today! You all have helped me so much with your experiences! December 13th is my day!
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December 5, 2012
Hey there. I left letters for my husband, and two kids hidden in my study, should something have happened to me whilst in surgery - that's how freaked out I was about it! I told my BFF they were there and that she were to tell them about them if anything happened! I hear ya on the anxiety!!! It turned out to be a completely different experience than I thought in terms of how calm I felt throughout the whole thing, and how I've healed relatively "easily" - and when I say that I mean it's been bearable - have had my moments of "wth" but this site is great for that! How exciting for you - not long to wait!!!
December 10, 2012
Thank you. I've been really considering this idea! And am glad to know that I'm not alone.
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