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45 Yrs Young & I look and feel 25 Again...NO REGRETS!!!

UPDATED FROM Mysummerbody2015
8 months post

Coming up on my 9 month Anniversary!!

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WORTH IT$9,500
Hi Everyone!
I have been off the grid for like 3 months...I'm so sorry for the delayed responses to your messages you sent me. My only excuse is that I have been literally swamped with work and my social life has been out of control...lol! Like I've said before I would not go out that much because of my insecurities with the way I looked. I don't feel like that at all ...I go everywhere...even when I look like crap because I just rolled out of bed on a Saturday morning ..now I just throw on my sweatpants and baseball cap to go hit the grocery store...Yep and I still feel like I look good....lol!! Funny but I feel good in anything now. I love shopping and being able to buy stuff that makes me feel good about myself! Holy Thrift Stores Ladies....I'm addicted...I found some awesome stuff (with tags still on it for dirt cheap...like Michael Kors and other name brands) Its hit or miss but sometimes you can hit the mother load and walk out with a few outfits for a quarter of the price you'd pay for in the mall! Now that I'm coming up on my 9 month post op mark I'm like "Where has the time gone"...I can't believe its been 9 month. I know I say that every time I update my posts but its true. I can do anything I want to. My body is perfectly back to normal. Ok, I take that back, because I do still swell a little at the end of the day. but it is not that noticeable anymore. (Only I notice it really) Always, after a workout! I ve been slacking on my workouts too....Im a bad girl....! I just got so busy that I wouldn't take the time out to do it and that is terrible....so I'm back on the workout train and lovin' it....I was starting to feel like a big fat fatty and lethargic. I hate when I start feeling like that. And since the Holidays are coming up I cant wait to eat all the good stuff... so burning calories is a must for a guilt free Holiday Season:) Because you know I like to eat!!
How is everyone doing with there progress? Or are you getting ready to have your procedure!! Love to hear from you!!!! I don't have any pics to post but I'll try to on my official 9 month mark:)

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Michael Chiaramonte, MD

Michael Chiaramonte, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (4)

November 10, 2015
Well I had my procedure done yesterday(drainless) and it started out great but today has been a painful day. I have not gotten much sleep due to my meds. From reading your journey you make me have different views on the procedure. Just uncomfortable for a couple of weeks. It's also a little harder because nobody know about my procedure just my hubby. I know I will get through it and will love the results. I get to shower tonight and take off my bandages and will post pics. I will just have the steri strips and he did say I didn't have to wear anything on it like a girdle. Iam kind of nervous to take the bandages off but over all I know it will be worth it. Thank you for you encouraging and positive words.
November 10, 2015
Congratulations!! I promise it will get better...the first 3 days were the hardest in my case....I honestly don't even remember them now...everyone is different so don't get too worried. You probably won't sleep much either for the next few days until you get in your comfort zone and figure out a routine for the next few weeks. It will go by fast though....be a hermit until then...I did the same thing and didnt tell anyone either. This is just the beginning of a wonderful journey..I'm so happy for you right now...even tho you aren't feeling it...lol!! Stay positive..it's the only way to get you through this..the discomfort will diminish with each day
November 10, 2015
Hi. I just came across your post and LOVE it. You look amazing! Thank you for such encouraging words, my sx is in 1 week and I was in tears yesterday...not really sure why, could be b/c I just turned 46?LOL. Anyways reading thru your posts brought me back to my initial excitement about his procedure. It will be worth it I know it. Thanks again. Take care.
November 10, 2015
Happy birthday...I'll be 46 in 3 weeks...it's all good!!! And you will do great....emotions can get the best of us when we go through something like this...it's a big deal!!!
November 11, 2015
And keep me posted after your procedure!!! Tummy hugs!
November 17, 2015
Hello! LOVE your post! Thank you for sharing your journey! You look fantastic! My TT is tomorrow Nov. 18th! I'm super nervous but after reading your post, I feel a little more confident that everything will be just fine. My story is similar to yours....gotta stay positive and feed our bodies with good nutrition, lots of water and most importantly to keep smilng!
December 19, 2015
Mine is scheduled at the end of the month - getting a breast lift and TT. Honestly I'm feeling confident about the lift but insecure about the TT. I have a good pain tolerance, I think it more the incision and wondering if I'll be able to go back to work in 2 -3 weeks without it being obvious.
UPDATED FROM Mysummerbody2015
4 months post

Favorite Protein Shakes that I Promised....

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I totally forgot to share more of my favorite post workout protein shakes with you. If you don't have a Oster Myblend Blender run to walmart and grab one for $17...This little blender is amazing and super economical and practical...the nijna's are good too but for the price it's pretty comparable.
I use 2% milk and crushed iced in all my shakes except a few as specified. Let me know what you think or share your favorites with us!!! Cheers Ladies!

MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP:
Chocolate protein powder, peppermint exact, a squeeze of low sugar hershey's chocolate syrup
FLUFFERNUTER:
Chocolate protein powder, almond butter or hazelnut if you can find it, hazelnut extract and a banana
CHERRY ALMOND:
Chocolate protein, frozen cherries (preferably thawed), almond butter and almond extract
CHOCOLATE COVERED BLUEBERRIES
Chocolate protein, blueberries - that's it!
WATERMELON SLUSHIE:
Vanilla Protein Powder, Fresh Seedless Watermelon chunks, Coconut water or watermelon vitamin water
PINA COLADA:
Vanilla Protein Powder, fresh pineapple chunks, coconut water with pineapple, coconut extract

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July 22, 2015
Yummy I can't wait to try them
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July 22, 2015
MMMM those sound delicious!! I can't wait to try a couple of your recipes, thanks for posting them.
July 30, 2015
Sounds great!! Thanks for sharing!!
UPDATED FROM Mysummerbody2015
4 months post

Laser Hair Removal Treatment Update

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So my last update I was talking about getting ingrown hairs on my incision line. Well I went to my PS office and my nurse did a quick laser hair removal treatment just on my incision line - at no charge! It literally took 10 secs. Wow, what a difference. My bumps were completely gone within 8 hours. I have to go back in 4 weeks for one more treatment. She also gave me this 100% Silicon Gel to put on my scar Thought I'd share a picture to see if anyone else has used this and what their result were.....looking forward to any input!!!

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July 21, 2015
That is nice and a quick procedure and you saw results quickly. I'd be interested in seeing how the Silagen gel works. Do you happen to know the cost. I googled it and can't find much info. It may be something only through the plastic surgeons office.
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July 23, 2015
10 seconds and no charge (and now no bumps)- nice! I have the same problem and am thinking about trying the hair removal also. I'll be interested to find out what you think about the Silicon gel!
July 23, 2015
Hopefully your DR will be just as accommodating. Let me know how it works out for you!!!