After a 9lb Boy and 7lb Twins - It's Time For Me. Halifax, NS

Good luck and please post before and after pics!

I know how scary it can be right before surgery. I went through it over 7 months ago. Try not to think about the whole surgical process & focus on the positive outcome. I'm sure everything will be fine. Keep us posted about how you're doing. Thoughts are with you for a safe procedure & healthy recovery!

I am so happy things went well for you. I am having surgery next Wednesday. Luckily, people have been very supportive, except this one gentlemen who told me I was "cheating"... he obviously did not realize that I am a small mostly in shape woman who has had two very big boys and has a lot of extra skin... I can't "work off"... LOL! Other than him, I feel supported luckily. I am so encouraged by your photos! Lookin' great!

I'm the same procedure is you in 3 weeks and that's mine too. Good luck

I'm 43 and getting a mini tummy tuck (after two almost 9lb children) and I don't think you should to listen to those women...listen to yourself and your husband.
They don't want to take the risk "at this stage in their lives?" Wow. You are 45, not 75. They make it sound as though life is over.
To me, it's not. Not even close. I'm also planning other procedures, such as getting my breast implants (which are now 20+ years old) replaced when I am 50!
I think you are going to look so good after and feel so confident!
I'm a bit worried about the scar but don't think I will regret having this surgery done, and if the excess skin bothers you, then you won't regret it either after it is all gone!
Remember there is also muscle repair going on during a tummy tuck. That diastasis won't go away with any amount of diet and exercise and requires surgery. The skin removal is just an added bonus IMO! Not getting the diastasis repaired now will just result in more problems down the road, it could get worse, and it could end up affecting your pelvic floor muscles (it's affected mine already).

I made the mistake of telling my mom about going to a consultation for breast augmentation and tummy tuck and also got nothing but "why would you do that" and a "well don't tell me anything about it" sooo no support. It's your body, your decision. Make sure you have a surgeon you trust. That's my plan.

You know what is best for you and what you need to feel good about yourself. Feeling good about yourself will make you a better partner and mother in the long run and ultimately, that is what is most important. Sometimes people respond out of jealousy because perhaps they wish they could do the same but can't afford it or are just too scared to take the plunge. Sometimes girls are catty like that. It's a shame that your friends weren't supportive, but even though I don't know you, I 100% support your decision to move forward with what you believe will help make you the best you. I hope that helps! Good luck tomorrow. Sending positivity your way!

Me too! 45 is the new 25!!

I am sad that your friends could not show you more support. The decision to have surgery and take a break from our lives as we recover is not easy but it is your decision and our loved ones should support us. Yes... I agree with someone else who said some of their reaction could be from jealousy. Your recovery will be tough but in the grand scheme of things nothing. You have all of our support and congratulations on making this decision for you!

I know what you mean. I just wanted my clothes to fit me the way they should. I love how my clothes fit me now...plus after my procedures I went from size 8 to 4. It's so worth all the recovery hardships!! Best wishes to you!!!