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1 month Post-OP - Gastonia, NC

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That's my motto - Living My Life Like It's Golden!...

Ashique4September 18, 2012
WORTH IT$5,000

That's my motto - Living My Life Like It's Golden! I love that song; yet I am not truly living my life as my motto says. I'm a very confident woman and pride myself on being the type of person that goes after what she wants. Getting my body - my tummy tight - has been a constant struggle - a unmet goal!

I'm 43 years old, married 25 years, mother of two girls (19 and 23 years old), and I am ready to transform my life! I feel that having this procedure will help me truly Live My Life Like It's Golden!! I'm self-conscious of how I look naked and also when in clothes!! I'm always afraid that when I'm out with my husband, daughters or girlfriends that someone is going to ask me "When is your baby due?".

I'm small framed and not really fat anywhere except my mid-section. I've contemplated the surgery for years; but could not afford it. I made the decision to get it done and I schedule my procedure for Monday, September 24th!! Not giving me any time to chicken-out; so I am reading your stories and need your advice on what do to to make this a smooth transformation to the ...FLAT SIDE!!!

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Daniel Ness, MD (retired)

Daniel Ness, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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nanny938
September 18, 2012
You sound so happy, I hope your recovery goes well. I am scheduled for November 5 and cannot wait. I know what you mean by chickening out, I have had alot of mixed thoughts on getting this done, but in the end, I know what I want. Good luck with your surgery, and please post pics.
Ashique4
September 22, 2012
I did chicken out and rescheduled to 12/20/12. That will give me more time to research, lose a little weight and fully prepare. Please let me know how your TT goes on 11/5. I'm constantly on this site and I'm getting so much information. I do know the road to recovery is not easy; but feel it is worth it for me to get my confidence back.
nanny938
September 22, 2012
I sure will, I am small framed also, but with this freaking fat stomach of mine, I look so much heavier than I really am. How did your friend do that had it done two years ago? Is she happy with how she looks now? It is probably a good idea you have put it off for awhile, this way you can get used to the idea, prepare, and get your mind ready for the surgery.
Ashique4
September 23, 2012
She was the TT Wonder Child - she was back at work 12 days post-op; standing straight in 3-days and doing crunches 6 weeks later. This is something that I want, yet it's amazing how much anxiety it causes. I'm hoping it's because it's unknown territory. I read the different posts and wonder where will I fall in my recovery. I just chuckled because someone post - put on your bikini to determine how low you want the scar. I don't OWN a bikini because I haven't worn one in 23 years!!! I had my first child at 19 and the second one at 23; so now at 43; the flat tummy is a very distant memory.

My raised toilet seat came on Thursday; so it would have been here in time. I'm more comfortable with waiting until December because I will have my hubby at home to take care of me. If I had moved forward with the decision to get it tomorrow; he would have to work the remainder of the week.

I've researched the recliner and plan to pick one up prior to the surgery and just take it slow; continue to read the forums, and NOT look at an actual surgery on YouTube!!
nanny938
September 23, 2012
So am I understanding you correctly, you are purchasing a recliner just for the surgery recovery? A recliner like a piece of furniture for a room? I have been tossing around the idea of renting a hospital bed for a month, I made a few calls, and it is $130.00 for the month, not a bad price. I really want this too, the only thing I that bothers me is I am spending sooo much money, and I think about what I could do with it, like a vacation, or do something to the house. I have really never spent that much money on myself, I feel guilty. I had my first child at 20, second at 27, and third at 43, lol.....yep, 52 with a 9 year old. I just keep thinking I should hold onto my money just in case one of my kids need it, ugh
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86 more days til I'm on the flat side. The...

Ashique4September 25, 2012
86 more days til I'm on the flat side. The thoughts of TT have consumed me. I have time to prepare, yet I feel I'm doing everything now. I'm more excited about the TT than my vacation the week before!! My procedure is scheduled for 12/20/12 and I have a seminar scheduled for 1/5/13 that I can not reschedule. That has me concerned!

I'm watching what I eat and logging every thing I put in my mouth into LoseIt! I'm determined to lose 15 pounds before my procedure. Yesterday was Day #1 of Boot Camp yesterday! To say the least....I survived!!!

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Ashique4
September 25, 2012
No, I'm renting a recliner for 30 days to use during my recovery. The rental fee is about $50 for a month. I'm going to pick-up items each month and consider it my TT recovery pack! All of my cost, will be factored into my expense and I will know exactly how much this set me back.

As mothers, we always think of our families first. My husband is supportive and told me I can do it and he hasn't even asked me about the money.

My surgery is 86 days away and I'm anxious, nervous, and curious. I am praying for an easy recovery because I only have 2 weeks off work. I'm sacrificing spending time with my family during the holidays to have this done and I have to do everything my PS instructs me to do. For every story I read on here that someone had a great recovery; I read one that is the total opposite.

Has you PS told you that you would go home with a catherer? I went to 3 consults before making my decision on who I'd use. The one I selected was the only one who is sending me home without a catherer.
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granmayoyo
September 25, 2012
Ashique4, Im so excited for you! Im schedule for mine in Dec. 14th and I'm so nervous! lets keep in touch!
Ashique4
October 2, 2012
79 days til I'm on the Flat Side!! I'm always on this site reading everyone's journey. I had dinner with 3 of my girlfriend's and one of them stated she had a tummy tuck 3 years ago. It was so easy for her to share; but I still didn't confide in them that I was going to do it. She stated her was for medical reasons; but it boosted her confidence. I asked lots of questions and was able to hear 1st hand her experience. Maybe in the next 2 1/2 months, I will be able to open up and share my story with those closest to me. My husband is on board 100% and has taken the time off work to care for me. So now, I have to let my day arrive and do my best to be the healthiest me when I go for my procedure.
MyTimeIsNOW
October 8, 2012
Ashique4, I'm looking forward to hearing more about your journey, My 12/18 date is back on so we may be recovery buddies. :) I haven't confided in anyone other than my mother as she's the one who will be helping me out. Funny, I've been packing things and picking things out to take with me to my moms since I got my date scheduled. I've made a billion checklists and I know I'm going to forget something. I'm waayyyy too excited. Well keep us posted on your journey. I'm using myfitnesspal to track my food intake.
UPDATED FROM Ashique4
16 days post

2 months until my surgery! I'm addicted to...

Ashique4October 10, 2012
2 months until my surgery! I'm addicted to reading the posts on this site and use it to reassure myself that I'm making the right decision for me. I've been so unhappy with my body for years and now that I've made the decision to move forward, I find myself having so many mixed emotions. One day, I want to move the surgery date up because I'm confident that I will be able to bounce back and then the next day; I'm feeling like I'm not giving myself enough time to heal.

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