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FULL TT/LIPO Hinsdale,IL (burbs) By Way of Chitown ! One of the Best Things I've Ever Done - Hinsdale, IL

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After my second Child in 2000, I knew that I would...

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KatgirlFebruary 28, 2011
WORTH IT$8,000

after my second Child in 2000, I knew that I would dream of this Precedure. Especially looking as if I carried tripletts the entire time that I was pregnant.

I wasn't sure how I would be able to afford something like this but I'm taking the plunge because it's something that I'm doing for me.

I have been a pretty athletic woman for the past 6 years, working out 5 days per week with high cardio, weights, even now I'm addicted to Core Power Yoga (a more Cardio like Yoga)

Even with me wearing a size "10" on good days, i have this excess skin from pregnancy and up and down weightloss ranging between 20lbs give or take , I'm ready to just get this over with

I have filled prescriptions to take with me but I'm feeling uneasy about the office not calling me until Thursday or Friday to give me an exact Surgery time at the Dr's office on Saturday Morning. It's like I'm already going crazy here! ..

So many questions that I should've asked like will I be able to take a shower once I leave or should I begin using cream for my scar the day of my surgery? Just so many things are running through my mind.

I'm also having Morbid thoughts. What will happen if I don't wake up!!I have had my tonsils taken out but lets be real that was over 22 years ago.

I'm not sure what to expect other than I'm getting this done and PRAYING that I look as good as most of the members on this site.

I LOVE My DR So far, Each time I've been to his office, he's spent at least 1 hour with me each time I've seen him. Explaining everything from why he needs to lipo near my flanks to why Lipo just won't do for me.. Also he explained how to take my meds and the purpose of each.

Other than Soups, Jello, and during solid food day, anything that flies or swims would be sufficient.. What am I missing here ?

I will be uploading my Befores that he takes on Saturday as well as my afters.. I am Praying that I look Great!!


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All I can say is go and spend 1 hour with this man! he will explain why you do and do not need certain things for your body! He doesn't need your money. trust me!! he is the CREM Da La Crem and he doesn't need all of that Fancy Advertisement! I can see that his face isn't even on this site... .. I had my precedure in hindsdale but chicagolandcosmetics.com will give you a glimpse of who he is.

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I forgot to add that I will be getting a Tubal...

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KatgirlFebruary 28, 2011
I forgot to add that I will be getting a Tubal Ligation from the Surgeon! something that I had never anticipated on getting but I couldn't imagine starting over with having children. My son, the youngest was born in 2000.

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pittsburgh123
March 1, 2011
You will be just fine :) I'm March 15 - AND I'm so nervous about "not waking up too"....but the facts are facts, and it's not gonna happen. I ease my concerns and ask myself if I would be just as scared if I were going in for tonsils, or wisdom teeth removal, etc...and the answer is always No. I think it's b/c we are choosing this - but it's not a vanity thing. I know for me, it will help me be a better mom and wife ... we all need to feel good about ourselves!! Good luck, keep me posted on the results!!
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Katgirl
March 1, 2011
Thanks so much Pittsburgh! I really appreciate this. I forgot to add that My Mother and Sister both had their tubes tied right after their 2nd child. I never got mine done and my son is almost 11. I will be getting that done as well. I hope to keep in touch Let me know how things are going leading up to this.
pittsburgh123
March 21, 2011
Hey! I'm Post Op day 6 - things are OK over here! Glad to hear you're doing so well!! Pix are fabulous. I am hopin I'll be ready to go back to work next week!! How's the recovery for you? Are you able to work etc?
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shanon0307
March 1, 2011
katgirl your concerns sound so much like my own. my tt and lipo of the hips is scheduled for march 16. Its good to know Im not the only one thinking about waking up from anesthesia and hoping I look as good as the pics I have seen.I am looking forward to seeing your results. best of luck!!
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bbbrown
March 1, 2011
Hey Katgirl,pittsburgh1, and shannon0307; I'm worried too about not waking up. I got some wisdom teeth cut out of my mouth 3 yrs ago and I wasn't scared. I'm trying to not to spaze out. My date is further out than you all. I wish everyone the best the luck and is looking forward to some pictures, LOL!
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shanon0307
March 2, 2011
bbbrown, I look forward to seeing the pics too. It helps keep me thinking positive seeing all the great results out there. good luck
40plus
March 1, 2011
Congrats on having your tt. I am scheduled this friday. Thoes worries seem to be normal because I'm having them too. Just keep looking at all the positive post and pics on this web site. I havent posted my pics but plan on soon. My PS recommended me to shower with hibacleans several days before to make sure the skin is extra clean. I was able to purchase it at Walgreens. Just thing in several days we will be on our way to getting our sexy back lol
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Katgirl
March 16, 2011
doo you have any updates! How are things going? Have you had your drains out ? I'm not loving the Drains anymore. I just want them to come out!
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Katgirl
March 1, 2011
ohh thanks for that tip 40Plus..I will be looking for some maybe at Wholefoods tonight. One good things is that My Great Mother came in to help out with My husband and kids while I heal.. She got here on Thursday.. has cleaned every corner of my huge Brownstone.. we've gone to Costco so that she could do some Louisiana cooking for my family.. My dogs Love her and know her as Grandma so they were Dancing when they saw her at the door :) .. I'm taking her to a Play tonight and today we had facials and I purchased her a few Pick me up Beauty things so that she'd know how much I appreciate her. With her only have 2 daughters (we are only 1 year apart) She wouldn't dare let her girls go into a surgery room and her not be here regardless if it was just on a toe :smile: I guess my sister and I are a little spoiled in that area.
She's glad that I'm getting my Tubes Tied .. her and her Southern Ways
40plus
March 5, 2011
aaaaw that is so sweet to have her w/u. sounds like your n excellent hands. The southern food sounds good too lol. I have never been to Louisiana but my husbnd and I will b there n julfor the Essence Festivsl. I cant wait. I want to be able to wear me a very nice swim suit too. I'm 1 day post opt snd doing very well. Good luck and you will be in aaaw when you see your new tummy!!!!
UPDATED FROM Katgirl
1 day post

Today is day 2 post op. I still can't believer...

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KatgirlMarch 6, 2011
Today is day 2 post op. I still can't believer I did this finally but I can tell you that after A lot of draining, my stomach is sopoooooo incredibly Sore! I have photos of before and photos of my markings before I went into surgery. My dr took photos of right after but I would have to get them downstairs and that is something that I would Not do right now. I am constantly doped up on percesett and 800 mg and ibuprofen and only awake a little at a little at a time
thank goodness for ricola caught drops! Since also getting a tubal, I had to get the. Air tube down my throat leaving. Me with tons of mucus to cough up something that would leave you in soooooo much pain. Sorry holding something large does not help AT All! I've gone. Through a bag Full and it's been 24 hrs since. I've made it
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You do not have an appetite but drinking pineapple juice and others will help. I just tried the acai juice from whole foods and it's delicious!

I am able to walk to my bathroom just fine and not humped over as bad as I read about on this site.
My husband, kids and mother have been extremely helpful waiting on me hands and feet. My dogs are also concerned and will walk behind me when I get out of the bed.

The wedge pillow at bed bath and beyond ($25.99) under my legs and another type at tjmaxx ($16) really help a lot!

I have to use my step exercise stool to get in the bed with.

To make matters worse, I believe that I'm starting my period .. Ugh!!

Will update more when I'm not drawsy

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shanon0307
March 7, 2011
katgirl, thanks for keeping us updated. Im glad you have good support and help. I have 10 days left til Im up Im trying to stay strong and fear free. shanon
Farz
March 8, 2011
Thanks for taking the time to update! Take it easy and happy healing!
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