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Ready or Not, Here I Come... - Fort Collins, CO

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I am finally ready to do this! I am a 39 year old...

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Veronicamomof2June 25, 2011
WORTH IT$10,600

I am finally ready to do this! I am a 39 year old mom of two wonderful kiddos. They are 7 and 5. My body bounced back after my son, but my daughter was much bigger and it took a toll on my tummy. I breastfed both my babies as well, so my boobs which used to be 34B before kids are now a lovely deflated 34A/B. I am 5'5", and weigh around 130. I am active and just want to get my pre-preggo body back- it is time!

I am going to get a TT and BA. I need muscle repair and have a herniated umbilical. Up top I am going to get silicone under the muscle either 375cc or 400cc implants, can't decide yet. I would like to be a 34C, but really really don't want any bigger! My PS said he would choose the profile based on my measurements and what look I wanted.

I am scheduled to have my surgery on August 5th, and my pre-op appt is July 14th. My mom is coming out for 2 weeks and my MIL whom I adore is coming out for a week during my mom's visit to help out with the kids. By the time I am 18 days out the kids will start back to school, so I am hoping I will be able to take care of things by that point.

I have been so hesitant to do this until I found this website and read about all you lovely ladies and your awesome support. This totally motivated me. I was scared about the big TT scar, but then thought to myself, would I rather have my mushy tummy that I keep hidden all the time, or a nice flat stomach with a hidden scar? Needless to say, the TT won. My husband has been so very supportive, he just wants me to be confident and happy with myself.

I told my kids that I was going to have surgery to get my tummy fixed but didn't tell them about the boobs...we'll see if they notice.

Well, that's about it for now, I will post some before pics soon and let you know how the pre-op appt goes. Any feedback is greatly appreciated!

Veronicamomof2's provider

Denis L. Gonyon, Jr., MD (account suspended)

Denis L. Gonyon, Jr., MD (account suspended)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Kimmers25
June 29, 2011

Please don't be afraid of the scar.  It is really not a problem at all and beats having the double muffin top hanging over your Va Jay Jay. 

With some proper scar care it will flatten and fade very nicely.  Palmer's Vitamin E Skin Therapy Oil became my best friend. 

When you see the doctor wear a bikini bottom to show him where you were hoping the scar to be.  If you can give him a visual of what you are hoping for that helps.  I realize there are many different factors and techniques to scar placement but showing him won't hurt. 

I look forward to following your posts.

UPDATED FROM Veronicamomof2
28 days pre

A little bit less than a month to go...I am waking...

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Veronicamomof2July 8, 2011
A little bit less than a month to go...I am waking up every morning with butterflies in my stomach. I have my pre-op appt in 6 days. When the PS office called to confirm my pre-op appt, I was disappointed to find out that my PS won't even be seeing me, only the nurse. I feel like I still have a lot of questions to ask.

I took before pictures to post on here, just need to get them on the computer...soon hopefully.

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Dawn in DE
July 8, 2011
I think you are making the right decision. I can not wait to see your progress! Its wonderful when you have such a great support line. I think she scar from the tt should fade very nicely over time...so don't let that stop you. I would insist on another appt though with your PS, if you have more questions, especially about your outcome only the one performing the surgery would be able to best answer them. Wishing you best of luck on your journey! :)
Kimmers25
July 10, 2011

If you still have questions that need to be answered by your doctor then make an appt to do so. 

That is what the doctors are here for so don't be shy.  Your mind needs to be 100% assured and ready. 

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MumOf3
July 11, 2011
Hi, I'm August 5th too (TT and BA). My pre-op is July 18th. Best of luck :)
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Veronicamomof2
July 11, 2011
Best of luck to you too :) for some reason it makes me feel better to know there are people out there who will be going through the same thing at the same time. I look forward to reading about your recovery.
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MumOf3
July 12, 2011
Yes, I agree :) we can be "recovery buddies". Only 3 weeks and 3 days...
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Veronicamomof2
July 12, 2011
I finally told my group of girlfriends last night about my mommy makeover. I wasn't sure how they were going to react and was really nervous. They were so great and supportive, even offering to bring meals over after surgery. Phew, so glad that is over. I have now told everyone who is important in my life and they are all so happy for me, I feel very lucky.
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Veronicamomof2
July 12, 2011
Oops, I meant to post this up above, sorry...
UPDATED FROM Veronicamomof2
22 days pre

I had my pre-op appt today. I feel so much better...

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Veronicamomof2July 14, 2011
I had my pre-op appt today. I feel so much better now, all my questions have been answered and I don't have that nervous feeling in my stomach anymore. My prescriptions have been called in and now it's time to shop for the things I will need after surgery. This feels real now- I am excited!

Here are my before pictures finally.

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MumOf3
July 15, 2011
You have a lovely figure already - I'm sure after the TT, you are going to look fantastic!! Glad your pre-op appointment went well. Not long for us now, 3 weeks exactly!!!
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Dawn in DE
July 15, 2011
Girl u r going to look fantastic aftet this, u already have a beautiful shape....and that will b very enhanced by the works of your ps! Best of luck to u hun, i am so surprised at how well my rexovery is going, i am sure you will do terrific as well! Your time is close!!! ;) yayyyy!!!
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teachermom27
July 15, 2011
You are going to look fantastic! You already have a nice shape. Hang in there, your day will be here before you know it.
Here I am
July 19, 2011
Oh you have a GREAT foundation to start you going to look amazing You have really made the best decision! I can't wait to see your outcome! I am glad your post op eased your nerves! I am have a second post op tomorrow~ my first one was the same day of my consult all too fast~ this one my husband is coming with me to help me pick out my size of implants and to change from doing a tt to doing a Spiral thigh lift! I am so excited for you! I go the day before you! Aug. 4th!
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