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I Need a Lot of Reassurance. Nervous Wreck. Three Weeks Until - Chicago, IL
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Icantbelieveimdoingit28September 9, 2016
WORTH IT$16,500
I have another profile on the site but I was worried about my pictures being see when my name is Googled (which my profile DOES show up) so I created a new one.
I have three amazing children who I'm a single parent to. My weight has ALWAYS yo-yo'd especially with my pregnancies. I used them as an excuse to eat. I am currently overweight according to most, but I am content. As my doctor said yesterday, I'm wide framed and curvaceous. I'm glad he realizes that and is planning to accentuate them.
I am having done a full TT, liposuction of the abdomen, flanks and back as well having a breast augmentation and lift. I never realized how off my boobs were until taking these photos. Confirmation that I need the augmentation.
I am so scared. Terrifed actually. I'm calling to schedule my appointment tomorrow for the surgery. September 27th. I need all the feedback and postive advice/thoughts I can get. Thanks soooo much
I have three amazing children who I'm a single parent to. My weight has ALWAYS yo-yo'd especially with my pregnancies. I used them as an excuse to eat. I am currently overweight according to most, but I am content. As my doctor said yesterday, I'm wide framed and curvaceous. I'm glad he realizes that and is planning to accentuate them.
I am having done a full TT, liposuction of the abdomen, flanks and back as well having a breast augmentation and lift. I never realized how off my boobs were until taking these photos. Confirmation that I need the augmentation.
I am so scared. Terrifed actually. I'm calling to schedule my appointment tomorrow for the surgery. September 27th. I need all the feedback and postive advice/thoughts I can get. Thanks soooo much
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September 9, 2016
You will do great and are in good hands. He's an excellent doctor and does his best to make you feel comfortable. I was so nervous too when I decided to go through with it and in the early stages of healing I had a million questions and they were always willing to answer. They have a 24 hour answering service and if you don't want to drive up to his office and have a question about something they receive texts, so you can take a picture of whatever and the doctor and his staff will respond promptly. Stay calm and if you have any questions about pain ask about exparel or a pain pump. Good luck!
September 11, 2016
Thank you so much! I have been finding a lot of comfort in those who have had their procedures done by him and are happy!
September 11, 2016
No problem! I have no regrets and I'm sure you won't either! Best of luck!
September 10, 2016
YAY! I am so excited for you!! I had a consultation with Dr. Shifrin today and I believe he to do my surgery. I will be calling Monday to put my deposit down. We have nothing to worry about, because we are in GOOD HANDS!
September 10, 2016
Thanks sooo much!!! What are you planning on having done? I appreciate your kind words.
September 11, 2016
Dr. Shifrin has an assistant and I told him I only want him doing my surgery. He said his assistant Paul West will only be assisting him, such as turning on over etc. But he will do my surgery. I just don't want interns working on me or assistants.
September 11, 2016
Oh my gosh!! I didn't even realize this! WOW! Thanks for telling me. I will definitely be addressing this Wednesday. When are you thinking of getting it done? And do you mind me asking how much he quoted you?
September 11, 2016
I getting mines done in Nov. my quote was$14 but I am not doing anything to my breast. I am confident we are in good hands. I just wanted to make sure ONLY Dr. Shifrin will be doing my WHOLE surgery. His assistant can turn me over or give Dr. the knife, but NO cutting on me or any other.
September 10, 2016
That's great. I will be following your journey. I have a consultation this Wednesday with dr shifrin. I hope I go through with it and do it. I am a big chicken. Did you discuss pain management with him? I will ask him about exparel. They inject you with this drug during surgery and it lasts up to 72 hours Post op.
Good luck and keep us posted please
Good luck and keep us posted please
September 10, 2016
I will be there this Wednesday as well picking out my implants. I did talk to him about pain management. I am terrified. We're gonna use the Exparel ad well. What are you having done?
September 13, 2016
I'm in the exact same position as you going for my first consult on Monday
September 13, 2016
James furnua I'm from Pittsburgh pa but still am going through the same thing
UPDATED FROM Icantbelieveimdoingit28
16 days pre
17 days.. So many emotions
Icantbelieveimdoingit28September 11, 2016
I have to pinch myself. I just can't believe this is really happening. I've been having a great deal of anxiety and am waking up a lot at night with worries. I'm ready to get this massive weight off my stomach. I'm also ready to start my life again.. this time with confidence.
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September 11, 2016
I feel the same way. I am so many emotions thinking that I will actually go through with this. But I know it's going to be so worth it. Tummy tuck surgeries are most highly rated surgeries among patients. I have also read many great things about dr shifrin. I know you are in good hands. Have you asked about exparel injection during surgery? I will for sure talk to him about this next week when I see him for my consultation. I believe it helps a great deal with the first three days Post op in terms of pain management.
Good luck. I will be following your journey.
Good luck. I will be following your journey.
September 12, 2016
He will be using the Exparel which is a relief. I have researched this doctor and talked to so many people who have had their procedures done by him. Nothing but rave reviews. I'm sure it'll be 1000% worth it but I just can't wait to get it over with!
September 12, 2016
He is good you will not believe its you when he is done, best wishes
September 12, 2016
I can't wait. He was a few grand more than the other doctors I visited, but at the end of the day, I'd much rather spend it and be absolutely satisfied.
September 17, 2016
I did not sleep much once I scheduled surgery. Just make sure you have help the first week. After that take it slow and you can get though things you need to do. I just came back to work today, 12 hour shifts. I'm tired I'm sore but getting though. Decide what you need and don't. Some women on here get all kinda of things. All I got was a wedge pillow I used about 10 days and a shower stool I used for 2 weeks. We had an old cans around the house I mainly used for balance. This is not an easy surgery but it gets better every day. Good luck.
October 1, 2016
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SHARE I WAS BEGINNING TO THINK THAT I WAS CRAZY I DO THE SAME THING . I DO NOT SLEEP AT ALL I"M AFRAID AS HELL AND SPEAKING OF ANXIETY I HAVE IT SO BAD THAT THE DOCTOR HAS PRESCRIBED MEDS FOR ME WOW IT'S GOOD TO HEAR THAT THIS IS NORMAL BECAUSE I THOUGHT I WAS LOSING MYSELF. YOU SOUND JUST LIKE ME WOW........MY SURGERY IS OCT 5TH , PRAY FOR ME.
October 10, 2016
How are you feeling? I feel the same way! Am I crazy? Can't sleep! More nervous then excited! My surgery is scheduled for Oct 14th! Need words of encouragement!
UPDATED FROM Icantbelieveimdoingit28
15 days pre
What do I REALLY need!?
Icantbelieveimdoingit28September 12, 2016
For those who have had a MM, what do you suggest I purchase that you believe is a necessity. I saw the list under the forum, but that's an awful lot of stuff and I'm tight on funds.
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September 12, 2016
I am looking for a list too. So far I purchased gloves, pineapple juice, protein shakes, wipes, pads, Dial soap, gas-x, Band-aids and hand sanitizer, tape
September 12, 2016
I have nothing as of yet.. I was told pineapple but I should get some juice as well. I know I'll definitely need Gas - X and a stool softener like Miralax.
September 12, 2016
A couple extra front closing bras and binder. If you have any of your kids old strollers use that as a walker instead of renting one. Palmers cocoa butter it has vitamin e in it. And some night gowns or dresses that open in the front they had some great ones at Walmart
And target.
And target.
September 12, 2016
Wonderful. I'm definitely gonna get some nightgowns. I'm not sure what size bra to get as I'm not sure how big I'll be, but I definitely know I'll need some different ones than what I have now. I also plan on getting some wipes to wash with. I think my mom has a walker or someone does that I know. That should work, right?
September 12, 2016
Did you buy this online - Amazon? Does the gel or cream work better?
September 13, 2016
I got my supplies from Target. I am in this Tummy Tuck group on FB that is a big help.
September 13, 2016
Tummy Tuck Queens the flatside.. Its a very supportive group of women. I love it. Please join
September 16, 2016
Yaay! I am excited for you. I had my consultation with him yesterday. I really like him. I think I am going to schedule mine in December. I have asked for the exparel. I heard it's a great drug and a big relief for the first 3 days. I will be following your journey.
Please keep us updated.
Please keep us updated.
September 16, 2016
I absolutely will. I was there yesterday as well. I had to pay off my surgery. What are you having done!?
September 16, 2016
He said I need a full tummy tuck with some MR but mainly skin removal.
I am a chicken though! Anxiety is already kicking in and I haven't booked my surgery. But I really need it and I think it's going to improve my appearance a lot. Some people went through it with minimal pain. Others say it's the worst pain they have experienced. I am not sure if I should put my self through that. But I am hoping with exparel the pain will be manageable.
I am a chicken though! Anxiety is already kicking in and I haven't booked my surgery. But I really need it and I think it's going to improve my appearance a lot. Some people went through it with minimal pain. Others say it's the worst pain they have experienced. I am not sure if I should put my self through that. But I am hoping with exparel the pain will be manageable.
September 16, 2016
That's what I am most nervous about as well - the pain. I've had three children, one natural, so I am hoping I'll be fine. As you can see by my pictures, I have a lot of excess skin as well. Good luck. We got this.
September 17, 2016
My PS uses experal without asking. Day three was bad pain. After that all is manageable mostly insicion pain and discomfort with movement. I probobly only used 6 Percocet and 3 Valium. I was more worried about the constipation problems they cause. Make sure you have plenty for that.
September 17, 2016
Oh, thank you soooo much!!!! I've really appreciate your feedback. Just what I needed to hear.
September 17, 2016
Thank you for your advice.
When you say bad pain, was it bad even with pain pills? So it was unmanageable? I guess I just can't wrap my head around the pain.
When you say bad pain, was it bad even with pain pills? So it was unmanageable? I guess I just can't wrap my head around the pain.
October 10, 2016
I'm have surgery and need the list. Where do I find it at?
October 11, 2016
Thank you. Just trying to figure out what I will need. I have my insurance approval just waiting for the surgery date.
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