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I'm a 45 Year Old Getting FTT in Edmonton
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I have a 25 year old son and a 23 year old...
kerni1970November 16, 2015
$13,500
I have a 25 year old son and a 23 year old daughter and I like so many others on here I am finally putting myself first. I am getting ftt w MR and lipo on thighs and flanks. I have also been thinking of getting BA. I have read a lot about women wanting a BAafter their tummy tuck so I am worried that I will be regretting not getting mine done and that the TT will excentuate my droopy boobs. My Dr is Dr David Edwards of Edmonton ab and I have seen great reviews about him so I am hoping his work is as good as the rest of the results I see here. Can hardly wait to get my sexy back. These days I not only don't want my be to see me but I don't want to see me naked. I've included some b4 pics.
UPDATED FROM kerni1970
21 days pre
3 weeks and counting
kerni1970November 24, 2015
So received my care garment And Spanx from Amazon and waiting on my silicone scar treatment. For those who are wondering I'm up to $250 in supplies from Amazon, $ 1000 in accommodations as I'm travelling outside of my home town, 13000.00 for the surgery and another $200.00 in supplies and food yet to come. This is a major investment in my happiness and I wish I had done it a long time ago.
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November 27, 2015
Lol you are so right about $13000 investment in happiness. This is my thought too. I used to feel so guilty and thorn apart, sighting all the pros and cons... Still do, but then my husband got himself a muscle car worth almost $72000 for his BD and I though. What s heck, dot I deserve to be happy too?
December 6, 2015
I've a few people say to me, wish I could afford to do that. So I ask them how much did they pay for the car or truck they are driving. One person was just bragging about her husbands very large truck with all the bells and whistles plus a ugly lift kit and what ever else it had. I asked why? It's just an oversize toy that is losing value with every payment you make on it. I feel like what I am getting is priceless, and should last the rest of my life.
December 8, 2015
I agree!!! I chose this over a new car, the hard wood floors, the new shower, or the vacation my husband thought the money would be better spent on. I'll get them all it'll just take longer. We can afford 1 every 2 years. My little car has enough (power windows and cruise that's it). Getting excited - 15 days.
December 8, 2015
everyone will hopefully understand after they see how happy you are ( including yourself, I still have moments of total guilt)Yes I have 7 days to go and getting exited and very nervous. Dr. Edwards said he didn't believe in the protein, arnica or bromelian however I've decided to start taking protein shakes and then start the arnica 2 days before. I need to trust that I am doing everything I can to have a good recovery plus it won't hurt. Thanks
December 1, 2015
Wow 72000 for a car! Damn right you are worth a million more than that. Good for you to go for it. We need to put all our anxieties aside and think positive thoughts for a healthy recovery.
UPDATED FROM kerni1970
14 days pre
2 weeks and counting....
kerni1970December 1, 2015
Well got most of my medical supplies just missing my wedges for the bed support and sterile gloves. Started to wean myself off of my nightly glass of wine for the last 2 weeks and now I will stop all together. Upping my protein , taking multivitamin twice a day and increased vitamin C with a daily dose of oj and oranges. I make my final payment tomorrow for the $13000.00 ( insert a bit of crying here, my first appt was 5 years ago and it was $8000 then). I am also mentally and emotionally preparing myself. I am a bit concerned about the depression affects of the anesthesia and trying very hard to put myself in the right frame of mind. I have struggled with some mood swings since menopause so I am hoping it won't get too bad. I have already warned my boyfriend, he might some liquid therapy lol
I did go out for a hot tub with my daughter tonite and I looked at her beautiful tummy and thought...I'm going to have one of those soon and I won't be embarrassed and trying desperately to keep my swim suit top down and make sure everything is covered up. I will so happy to be rid of that anxiety and that my friends is what is keeping me sane and not regretting the thousands I'm spending. Cheers to you all that have suffered with me and to the flatlands!
I did go out for a hot tub with my daughter tonite and I looked at her beautiful tummy and thought...I'm going to have one of those soon and I won't be embarrassed and trying desperately to keep my swim suit top down and make sure everything is covered up. I will so happy to be rid of that anxiety and that my friends is what is keeping me sane and not regretting the thousands I'm spending. Cheers to you all that have suffered with me and to the flatlands!
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December 1, 2015
My PS told me to stop taking all the vitamins and suppliments (not sure why) two weeks before the procedure
December 3, 2015
I never heard that before. I know a lot of pple say take brome lain, protein and zinc before surgery to increase your chances of a quick recovery. My Dr just said to take a multivitamin and that the rest is just hogwash, I think he might be old school lol
November 2, 2016
Yuliyacat, my Ps said the same thing, I have to stop all vitamins and supplements including protein shakes two weeks before surgery .
December 3, 2015
I agree with Sept1993. I just had a FTT and breast lift. My parents had a toilet seat with arms that fit over the toilet and I also borrowed a lift chair. I don't think I could have made it without either of those two things. The first week both were lifesavers and I believe they made my recovery a lot easier. If you can afford it, get both!! I'm two weeks post surgery and I feel great. It was a lot easier than I expected. Stay ahead of your pain and take pain pills as often as Dr will let you at least for the 1st 3 days. I barely hurt at all. Good luck!!!
December 4, 2015
Thank you for the feedback. Glad to hear you had a good recovery I hope mine is the same.
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I will be sure to keep you updated on my experience and recovery with him. I know we are all different but it's nice to have a reference point.
I am super nervous too but having this forum really helps.