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On my Way to a New Me - Columbus, GA
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Hello Beauties! so I've stalked you all long...
Charvon3November 29, 2016
WORTH IT$7,000
Hello Beauties!
so I've stalked you all long enough that I think its only fair to introduce myself ! My name is Char and this site has been such a big help for me as I'm sort of private with certain things.I was on here until 3am last night!
I am 28 years old and I have made the decision to go through with the tummy tuck procedure. I don't have any children (not planning on it) yet my stomach hangs so darn low that it depresses me! I know in my heart that doing this I will feel more confident in my clothing. I was originally going to go with Dr. Cortez however he has so many bad reviews that I just cant ignore. I feel as if I would be one of those patients because things that don't happen to everyone else usually happens to me (good and bad) so ive decided to go with Dr. Cochran in Georgia. He has awesome reviews and I would love to see what he can do for me! I live in California so I will have to travel to him. (this alone makes me nervous because I'm not sure how that would go after my procedure) Have any of you ladies traveled after the procedure? if so can you please help me? Not sure how long id have to stay. I'm currently waiting on Gail to respond to my email. Based off of you ladies, his rates are pretty good, as I was expecting to pay $12,000 with Dr. Cortez in TX. I'm sooooooo nervous and nothing has even happened yet. I really hope I go through with it. Horrid pictures coming soon as its only right! :)
so I've stalked you all long enough that I think its only fair to introduce myself ! My name is Char and this site has been such a big help for me as I'm sort of private with certain things.I was on here until 3am last night!
I am 28 years old and I have made the decision to go through with the tummy tuck procedure. I don't have any children (not planning on it) yet my stomach hangs so darn low that it depresses me! I know in my heart that doing this I will feel more confident in my clothing. I was originally going to go with Dr. Cortez however he has so many bad reviews that I just cant ignore. I feel as if I would be one of those patients because things that don't happen to everyone else usually happens to me (good and bad) so ive decided to go with Dr. Cochran in Georgia. He has awesome reviews and I would love to see what he can do for me! I live in California so I will have to travel to him. (this alone makes me nervous because I'm not sure how that would go after my procedure) Have any of you ladies traveled after the procedure? if so can you please help me? Not sure how long id have to stay. I'm currently waiting on Gail to respond to my email. Based off of you ladies, his rates are pretty good, as I was expecting to pay $12,000 with Dr. Cortez in TX. I'm sooooooo nervous and nothing has even happened yet. I really hope I go through with it. Horrid pictures coming soon as its only right! :)
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UPDATED FROM Charvon3
2 months pre
Received my Email from Gail
Charvon3November 30, 2016
Morning ladies, so I woke up to my email I've been waiting on from Gail...for my lipo, tummy tuck, inner thighs and arms it's $7200 and I must pay $250 to reserve my date. They've responded fairly quick. I let her know that I will like to move forward. Can't believe I'm really going to doing this. Let's hope I don't chicken out
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December 2, 2016
Hello. Don't chicken out. Pray about it and go with it. Go into it telling yourself that everything will be fine, and it will be. It was one of the best things that I could have done for myself. May God bless you and keep you on your journey.
December 2, 2016
You healed so quickly! I have to stop looking at the bad reviews .. they scare the crap out of me
December 2, 2016
Pls stop looking at the bad reviews. I almost chicken out because of some of the reviews. But I prayed about it and asked God to use Dr C as a vessel to do his work. I live here in Columbus Ga, so I'm here for you. And yes, I healed fast, my navel area is still draining some and I have a small .5cm opening in the left side that the tape tore, but it's healing also.
December 21, 2016
Wow you don't have long at all. I'm excited for you lol.. I know you're ready to be on the flat side. Please keep us posted.. Praying for happy healing
January 22, 2017
I would love to see current pictures. I am ready for a tummy tuck muscle repair, lipo and a breast lift. Were you able to get a quote online? Or did you have to go in person? I live in Las Vegas and I'm trying to decide if I should stay here or travel? Since I am trying to stay within a budget. Will I be able to travel alone?
June 29, 2017
Goodluck! I just sent my email over to Gail for a quote yesterday and haven't heard back yet. I'm planning for 2018. I'll be following your journey!
UPDATED FROM Charvon3
28 days pre
Date Set
Charvon3December 6, 2016
Omg so my date has been set ... I was going to originally do it at the end of January however Gail said she doesn't have anything at the end just in the beginning ... so my date is Wed January 4th! That's less than a month away ... help me !!!!! What do I need to buy? I'll be traveling from California so I don't want to bring things that I don't need ... I'm so nervous and so ready for this to be over at the same time ... a former Cochran doll told me to request 2 drains ...and I most definitely will..also Norco did nothing for my toothache so I know for sure it won't help me after the procedure , I need the heavy stuff ... will be requesting stronger meds also I'm getting a colonic prior to the surgery because I see constipation is normal ... please ladies, especially Cochran dolls help me ..
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December 6, 2016
Hooray!!!! How long will you be staying? You need 4x4 gauze, and paper tape. They will give you this big pad for the bed; I used that for about 3 days. But I really did drain much after two days. I used a walker also for my back, you will be walking bent over for about 2wks.
December 6, 2016
What type of clothing were you wearing? ... something super comfy I'm sure ... dresses? Because of the drains
December 6, 2016
I will be coming 1 way for now...I don't want to leave until my drains are out
December 6, 2016
I wore some comfortable PJ's. The drain will be pinned to your binder. The day of surgery Jenny, Dr C's nurse told me to wear something loose with a button front top. I wore some sweat pants and a pajama top. When I showered, I hung a belt around my neck and pinned my drain to it so it wouldn't hang down. Are you bringing help with you?
December 7, 2016
Yes I wore some pjs with a button up top which is very comfortable. I had one drain and I would tie a shoe string around my neck and slide the drain on that when I showered. You will do just great bring loose clothing and get some extra quaze and paper tape. Just in case your drain leaks from the incision. Good Luck!! Crochran Doll
December 7, 2016
Yes I have someone flying out to help me ... I think she's going to stay a few days ... how long do you think I will need assistance?
December 7, 2016
Oh boy ... belts, shoe strings?? You dolls made it work ! I'm asking the right people :)
December 7, 2016
You will probably need help for the first week. If your friend can't stay for a week, you can do it. It will be hard, but doable.
December 17, 2016
Hi char congrats on your decision i just had my surgery 3 days ago i live in mississippi i stayed in the town suite which is 10 min away from hotel basically you are gonna need 4x4 guazes. You gonna need some help because trying to get up and maneuver by yourself i wouldnt recommend being that you gonna have to be sedated on your pain meds. Get u plenty of bottled water and cracker and chicken noodle soup they recommend you start walking in your room taking extra steps the night after i couldnt once i got into a cofortable position did not want to move get you some benadryl and emetrol from pharmacy just in case you itch badly or become nauseated ..im walking a little straigter i can go from sitting to standing by myself but i still like my hubby to be close because im still taking pain meds i had tummy tuck lipo to full back flanks and inner thighs and chin hope this helps you good luck!!!!
December 17, 2016
Thank you so much for your response .... I was just reading some things now.... how are you feeling ??? Are you experiencing any pain?
December 17, 2016
Yes its not as bad tho if you stay on your meds every 4 hours make sure you nibble on things like crackers and cereal bars so that medicine will have something to feed on ...you are gonna do great u are gonna be nervous but rest assure God is able to pull u through any and all things he makes all things work for our good!!!!! I trust that you are gonna do fine. Have you paid already?do you have someone that could go with you?
December 19, 2016
Yes a family member is coming with me from Cali ... everything is about paid ... I will pay the remaining balance on tomorrow ... I know you're happy it's over with! Can't wait for that part
December 19, 2016
Yes cant wait...girl but when i tell you he is great at what he does cause my waist is so snatched and the swelling hasnt even gone away yet im just 5 days post op so it will be well worth it!!!
December 19, 2016
Really??? I'm sure it is ! You're going to be ready for summer! Hell me too !! My appointment is at 7:30am I'll be the first one ...
February 14, 2017
@ttuckedtooty16 How did you like you hotel? Did they have a kitchen? Do you have any pictures posted?
December 18, 2016
Hello! You date is coming fast. I'm so excited for you. Keeping you in my prayers. I'm now 5 wks postop and down 12lbs. Keep in touch.
December 19, 2016
I feel great! Haven't had any problems. I will start back working out the 1st of the year. When you get to Columbus, if I can help you, I'm here.
December 19, 2016
Awww thank you ... I will definitely need some assistance ... have you returned back to regular activities ? You know I'm coming from Cali so I will get everything out there ...
December 19, 2016
I have started normal activity using caution. I'm still not lifting anything and when I reach overhead, it pulls at my navel. I go back to work on 1/4, (isn't that you surgery date?). I'm still wearing my CG daily, need to purchase a size medium. Everything else is good.
December 29, 2016
Cong . on ur date you don't have long...Next week is ur big day so excided for u. I will be following ur story so please keep us posted with ur after pic. Wish u the best
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