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One year post-op... Feeling great

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I am 38 years old and a single mom with 4 kids...

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MommaOfFourMarch 6, 2013
WORTH IT$7,900

I am 38 years old and a single mom with 4 kids ages 19, 16, 14, 14. I've been living with my stretched out tummy since I had my first daughter at 19. Started showing at 4 months so I haven't had a flat stomach in 20 years. Each pregnancy added to the loose skin and stretch marks. Then I gained weight after having my twins and got up to 230 pounds. I am now 130 pounds (lost it all with diet and exercise over 9 months) and I'm 5'5". I've been this size for about 9 years. I've always talked about getting a tummy tuck but I've always been scared of the complications and felt guilty about spending that much money on elective surgery. I now have a very supportive boyfriend who has given me the courage to do something for myself. I work out 3-4 days a week, doing weights and cardio but we all know our stomach's will never be the same without surgery and I'd like a tone tummy to go with my tone arms and legs. Besides I'm tired of buying pants to fit my waist and end up being too big in the butt and thighs. I don't care about the scar too much, or if there are leftover stretchmarks, I just want a flat stomach...no rolls, and to SEE my bellybutton again ;-) But I can't stop researching things like expected results, the list of supplies, what to expect, possible complications...etc. And most pain meds make me nauseous so I'm not even sure what I can take because I KNOW I don't want to throw up after having my stomach muscles sewn together. As you can see I am obsessed with the whole thing so I'm hoping that all of you on here can help ease my mind and give me some advice so MAYBE I can relax over the next 11 1/2 weeks :-)

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Shahriar Mabourakh, MD, FACS

Shahriar Mabourakh, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Mommy2Two
March 7, 2013
I'm scheduled for a TT and BA in April. Also with Dr. m. In Folsom! I'm so excited that I'm scheduled, but now so nervous. Going in for pre-op next Tuesday and hope to get many answers to my many, many questions! I just posted my pics today. Having a mini TT with lipo and implants. Just want it to be and done already. The waiting is going to be the worst. So glad to have found this site. It's awesome to get answers and all kinds of info on here. Love it.
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MommaOfFour
March 12, 2013
I love this site too. That is really great that you are going with Dr. M. I saw the results from my friend who had her TT and Lipo with Dr. M. and the scar was so low and thin. As soon as I saw it I thought he was the one and that was before I met him. I was really comfortable with him and his staff once I had my consult. Good luck with everything and hope to keep reading your updates.
Mrsfrog
March 7, 2013
Good luck with your surgery. Mine is scheduled for 17 March. I wish it was over at this stage. I'm sure it'll be worth it For us when it's finished. Thanks for posting xxxxx
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MommaOfFour
March 12, 2013
Good luck too! I pray all will go well and the recovery will be great. Hope you can post some after pics... I love checking out everyone's results.
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tweetymom8
March 12, 2013
I am not allergic to pain medicine, I just cannot stand how it makes me feel. I picked my PS partly because he offered the option of a pain pump. I loved it. It came out on friday after my tuesday surgery. I hardly took any lortab and managed with tylenol and advil, and a muscle relaxer after it came out. Maybe you could ask about that.
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tweetymom8
March 12, 2013
I am not allergic to pain medicine, I just cannot stand how it makes me feel. I picked my PS partly because he offered the option of a pain pump. I loved it. It came out on friday after my tuesday surgery. I hardly took any lortab and managed with tylenol and advil, and a muscle relaxer after it came out. Maybe you could ask about that.
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MommaOfFour
March 12, 2013
I think I will ask about the pain pump. I forgot to ask at my consultation but I'm going to ask about it along with a dozen other questions I have ;-)
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Mommy2Two
March 12, 2013
That's so nice to hear. I don't know anyone that has had a procedure with him, I was going purely on my own instinct. I looked at any pictures I could see of his and am really liking everything I see. I go for my pre-op tomorrow. When is yours?
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MommaOfFour
March 12, 2013
My pre-op is May 6th. I have a bunch of questions though and don't want to wait until then to ask so I might see if I can schedule an appointment just to talk with him again. I'm curious if he offers pain pumps so I don't have to take as much oral medication. I also am curious about arnica montana and bromelain and whether or not he feels those will help with the healing. Good luck with your pre-op, I'm excited for you!
UPDATED FROM MommaOfFour
1 month pre

Only 6 more weeks! Wow time is flying by. I need...

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MommaOfFourApril 12, 2013
Only 6 more weeks! Wow time is flying by. I need to start getting all my post-surgery items gathered so I'll be ready. I've been busy with school and work and kids and having fun so I haven't really gotten organized. I have final exams the week of my surgery so I know I'll be too busy that week to do much prep work, guess I better get moving on it. I'm excited, anxious, and nervous all at the same time. I try not to think about it too much but I'm on RS every single day checking on the status of everyone. I love seeing all the post-surgery updates and can't stay away :-) It definitely puts my mind at ease seeing how everyone is doing so all you girls on the flat side keep up the posts!

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30 days pre

Today is exactly 1 month until my TT and I had the...

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MommaOfFourApril 24, 2013
Today is exactly 1 month until my TT and I had the most vivid dream last night that I already had it done. I dreamt I had just had my TT and was walking around a hardware store with my parents when I looked down at my tummy and noticed I didn't have my compression garment on and my scar was uncovered. I got nervous that it was going to get infected and frantically starting looking for my CG. When I woke up I thought I was going to cry because it felt so real.

I knew I'd start dreaming about the TT as time got close but this one was more vivid that I imagined. I can say that my tummy looked flat in my dream so I was happy about that :-)

Anyway I hope I can keep my emotions in check over the next few weeks! Hope you all are doing well out there.

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iwantmybodyback1980
April 24, 2013
Hello TT sister I'm having the same procedure on the same day it's very exciting ;-)
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MommaOfFour
April 24, 2013
Yes it is exciting! I read your profile, congrats on getting some of your weight off. I've put on 4 pounds in the last month...I think it's nerves. What time is your surgery scheduled for? Mine is at 12:00 pm. I have to be at the surgery center at 10:30 am. I sure hope I get some valium because I'll be a bundle of nerves all morning. You are so good for getting your supplies early, I haven't even bought all the things I need yet, I guess I'll do that on payday. The only thing I've purchased is 2 compression garments and 4 baggy dresses for lounging around in. Well thanks for posting on here. I will be checking up on you as time gets closer :-)
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iwantmybodyback1980
April 24, 2013
MommaOfFour, I don't have the time yet I was told I'll find out on may 9 when I go for lab work and to pay for the facility. I was told that I would be his first patient that day so I'm assuming its early morning? I'm really trying to lose weight very hard when you have thyroid problems but I'm not going to stress about it as long as I'm eating right and working out I'm on the right path
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MommaOfFour
April 24, 2013
Yes eating right and exercise is the best. The weight will come off eventually. And I believe once you get the TT you will have the added motivation and ability to workout even harder.
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Mommy2Two
April 25, 2013
I thought I'd pop over and see your pre-op pics again. I can't wait to see your post-op pics! You are going to love your new tummy! Dr. M did a great job with my tummy. The scar is thin and flat and no puckering at all.
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