39 Year Old Mother of 2 - Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair

I had horrible pregnancies suffering from pre-eclampsia, severe edema and very large babies. Needless to say it wrecked havoc on my poor tummy. What used to be flat, tight and strong became stretched out, puffy and saggy. I am an avid runner and my tummy got in the way. No matter how much weight I lost or fit I became, my tummy would not improve. After 10 years of desire and with my 40th birthday approaching, I finally decided to do what I always wanted and have a tummy tuck. I initially hesitated about spending so much money on myself, because I'm a mother and wife, that's what we do - worry about everyone else all the time. I have zero regrets! It was so well worth it for my happiness, health and well being. Before contacting any doctors I conducted a lot of research and then narrowed it down to a few options and went to consults - I ultimately choose the most amazing female surgeon in the Bay Area: Dr. Elizabeth Lee (see more on her in my Dr. review).

I'm now four months post op and ecstatic with my new and improved body. I'm back to running and working out after giving myself ample time to heal, and I feel amazing! I have so much energy, my weight is under control, my clothes fit better and my confidence is at an all time high! My family is so happy for me and I'm in a better place both physically and emotionally, which allows me to be a better mother to my children and partner to my spouse. I've included some before and after shots where I am 4 month post op.