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Mommy Makeover 12/14 "Official" pictures

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I added my 2 month pics from the docs. Still...

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I added my 2 month pics from the docs. Still annoyed about the asymmetry of the areola but looking back right after surgery they were closer in size I think one just stretched more - not the docs fault. And after agonizing about it I realized that it's probably not worth whining about. I've never been one to flaunt anything and even if I chose to wear a bikini top now (if you notice the legs I will always have shorts on the bottom!!) it won't be noticable to anyone. For some strange reason I realized I was trying to impress you ladies on here but I don't need to do that :) As long as I am more comfortable in my skin and clothes that is really the result I wanted. I guess we can't have perfection no matter how much we pay! Thanks for sharing the journey with me!

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Sugene Kim, MD, FACS

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 19, 2012
OMG! You look fantastic! Our before bellies are almost identical! Hope I look as goo as you at 2 months :)
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February 19, 2012
Thanks! I checked your story - you are right about our bellies, too funny! I'm 5'2" and was 130 going into surgery so pretty darn close there too! Glad to hear things are going well for you! I know it'll feel great to get back in the swing of things. I'm very happy to be back to presurgery routine.
February 25, 2012
Hi! Thanks for checking on me! Just read your story. You look great! It's only been 10 days post op and I'm sick of sitting around and swelling! Grrr!
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February 27, 2012
Thanks for the pic/update, you look phenomenal!! Yay!!
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Well it has been 2 months! I am pleased with my...

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Well it has been 2 months! I am pleased with my results overall but of course after paying so much money we all want perfection. I'm disappointed at the asymmetry. I don't think it would be such an issue for me if I didn't know that she actually used 2 different sized implants. Apparently I had some slight asymmetry going in but the different sizes overcompaensated a bit in my opinion. If I still feel this way at 4 months I may start discussing a revision. I'm also not thrilled with the difference in the areolas or the belly button slit. I also still have the frankenstein scar but I know those will fade. I need to try and stay focused on the positive though!

Size-wise I am C/D. The pictures don't really look like it as I was always thought Ds were "huge" and I think mine are just about right :)

As far as activity goes I am back full-force! I took my first Body Combat class since the surgery and other than being out of condition in general there was no pain whatsoever. My legs were going to give out on me before anything else (lots of lunges and kicks). My abs were really weak for the ab track like I had never done any abwork before but no pain. A little swelling today but not extreme. My first pushups felt a little funny too! I think I have actually put on just a few pounds and I need to get them back off ASAP.

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February 14, 2012
ok i have a question i have tried to post my own review about my up coming mommy makeover that i am so scared about i dont know anyone that has had anything like this done before so i need some inside information i have no idea what to buy or things that i will need ive read some reviews and the ladies talk about getting a walker and a shower and toliet seat any suggestions? i need all the help i can get???
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So I know alot of ladies have taken issue with...

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So I know alot of ladies have taken issue with their belly buttons. At first I thought mine would be just perfect but now I am getting a bit concerned. It's mostly just a vertical slit. I am really hoping that the reason is residual swelling pressing on the back and not allowing the hole to go in so to speak. My upper abs are still tender to the touch. I say tender becuase they are not really sore when I use them put if i touch or press on it with my fingers it hurts a bit. Hopefully the tenderness indicates a bit of sweeling left and when this goes away my button will go back in. Other than that, everything is good! I'm getting on the treadmill about every other day and although I have a bit to go before I build my endurance back up at least I can counter some of the calories I've been eating! I better get myself in check so I don't undo all the good results!

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January 24, 2012
I think it looks good in your last pic update, let's hope it is swelling!
January 25, 2012
You look fantastic:) congrats!
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January 25, 2012
How long before you were able to walk completely upright? I'm 13days po and hate that the only thing bothering me is my back from being hunched over.
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January 25, 2012
It depends, I am 5 weeks some days I can walk upright others I need to bend over a little, you just to listen to your body...
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January 26, 2012
It was just under 2 weeks that I could walk upright enough that my backpain eased up on me. Mind you, that didn't mean I was perfectly upright all the time. If I ate a really big meal or did a little too much I'd hunch back over just a hair but not enough that would strain my back. Good luck!
January 26, 2012
rre927.....look at you, you look perfect! I am so happy for you!

Yes, I confirmed and your dr and my dr are married :) I had my 1st drain out at 7 days PO, 2nd drain comes out tomorrow at 11 days PO..Yay!

You may have said and I missed it (sorry) but at what point did they remove the tape so you could see the incisions and when do you start scar therapy? Two things I am so ready for.
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January 27, 2012
Thank you ma'am! A long way from perfect but 180 from where I was :)

They never used the term "scar therapy" I was just told to start massaging incisions when I got my second drain out which was 14 days PO. They gave me a small tube of bioCorneum. The night before I went in my tape was actually already peeling away so it came off on it's own about day 13. The markings seemed to last forever though. Can't wait to see your updated pics!
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February 4, 2012
Did you have your abdominal wall repaired as well? Just curious! Loved the segment about your first run, I'm hoping I can just jump back in like that after I get the all clear. It's only been 9 days since my last run and I'm missing it like crazy!