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Mommy Makeover on September 20th

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I'm scheduled for the 20th and scared. I have...

Steff CSeptember 16, 2011
WORTH IT$14,000

I'm scheduled for the 20th and scared. I have four little kiddos all 7 and under. I honestly just wanted a breast augmentation, but due to muscle separation and several hernias (due to pregnancy) ive been advised this would be a good time to take care of the issues before they get worse. Plus i have some help set up for at least the first 3 weeks...I known won't get another chance. Im in great shape and weigh about 122, just have a loose pile of skin and small lovely hernias...not to mention a not so cute belly button. It doesn't look like there is enough skin to completely remove my current belly button. I'm worried about the scar and the scar of my old button??? Anyone have this issue? Seems like in will hv a mutant button....ha. From all I have read it seems like people really aren't feeling like themselves for at least 6 weeks? That's gonna be tough for me to pull off. Anyone feel better sooner you have met or read about? Thanks everyone!!!!

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Angie_M
September 16, 2011

Hi there! You do have your hands full, but if this is your one opportunity, I say go for it. You need to get those hernias fixed anyway!

I've read hundreds of reviews, and most women seem to be back to work and doing normal (but not especially active) things by two to three weeks. You'll still be swollen, tired and somewhat sore after that, but you should be able to function.

Help for the first 3 weeks is great! Take it and run with it, girl!

Steff C
September 29, 2011
Thanks Angiemcc! This week is light years better than last :). Hope you are having a great one too!
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fixinaflat
September 18, 2011
Good luck!! I will be thinking of you on Tuesday!! 6 weeks is a pretty good time frame for healing. Some do heal quicker and I hope your in that group! Congrats on doing something for you!!
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SassyMomma
September 18, 2011
Hi Steff. I can't speak to the recovery as I haven't went under the knife yet. Are you getting the traditional TT or will you have a vertical scar. I will have the a small vertical and horizontal scar due to not enough loose skin above my belly button. Welcome to Real Self. It's a lot of really good personal as well as professional advice on here
Steff C
September 18, 2011
Thanks guys!!! Really appreciate the posts! I'm doing a traditional, no vertical. Supposed to be from hip to hip very low. Bringing a bathing suit to be sure scar won't be seen. I'm a little weirded out that I'll have a small "old bb" scar, but hopefully that won't be a big deal. I'm busy getting house and kids organized so it will go somewhat smooth while I'm out. I'm lucky my husband is really hands on with kids. Just anxious to be done with first week. Love this site!
Steff C
September 20, 2011
Tomorrow is the big day. I must be going nutty because I've actually thought about having my husband bring in my littlest (16 months) when I check in so doctors could "see" that I'm a mom and maybe feel a little more compassion. With my luck the little guy would probably have his first tantrum...ha. I know my doctor is fantastic, but I'm just a bit scared. I also have heard that they "boot" you out an hour after all is over. Seems quick????
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Lisa in MA
September 20, 2011
Hope you sailed through and are resting as comfortably as you can!
Yes, some PS do boot you after a few hours. I was lucky that mine was paired with a hysterectomy so I was in hospital for 3 days.

Can't wait to hear how it all went and see photos :)
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Just added more pics. At 6 weeks I am really...

Steff CNovember 6, 2011
Just added more pics. At 6 weeks I am really starting to feel normal and strong again. I still have some swelling, but I'm grateful I can fit back into almost all my clothes. I still have some muscle soreness from the TT muscle repair...mainly above my belly button area, but it is nothing compared to early on. I did get back to the gym and made the mistake of trying to do a kickboxing class. Even though I took it easy, I don't think I'm quite ready for it. I think I'll stick to walking a bit longer. I had my 6 week appt this past week and won't see the doc again until 6 month. He gave me more tape to wear through the end of the year...I believe it's the special gel strips that look like Scotch tape. That's about it! I'm back to full swing with work, kids, and more. I'm so thankful for this site and all of you lovely ladies!!!!!

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