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26yrs Young, 1 C-section, Ready to Be Sexy Again!! - Long Island, NY

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I have been stalking this site since April of this...

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nicoledar
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I have been stalking this site since April of this year and I finally managed the guts to book my procedure! First of all finding the right doctor was a bit of a headache. I was turned down by many because of my weight before even looking at me in person. Smh-_- anyways I came across a review on here from another real self sister and I loved her results. Her body was kinda like mine and her results where amazing with lipo alone! So I was sold on what this doctor is capable of doing. His name is Dr. Gordon Andan and they have two locations one in Manhattan and another in Conmack Long Island. I like going to Long Island better since they have parking and also because they do appointments and surgery on Saturdays that's a big plus for me!
So I first went to see Dr. Gordon back in April but I didn't schedule anything since I was going away on vacation but after I came back I went back to him and told him exactly what I was looking for here's the list
1. Full tummy tuck
2. Lipo of abdomen
3. Lipo of flanks
4. Lipo of back
5. Smart Lipo of inner thighs
(Smart Lipo won't leave your skin saggy)
So he sad I was a good candidate for what I was asking and that my results would be great and especially won be over when he said my weight was just fine and that I didn't need to worry about losing extra weight!!
I currently weigh 210lbs and my height is 5'6 but I carry most of my weight on my thighs and belly apron. I have tried numerous diets and exercises but nothing seems to help. So my hubby and I decided that a tummy tuck would be the best for me to help me get my self confidence back. I have always been a size 8 and now I'm currently a tight size 12. I'm hoping to be a size 8 again!

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July 31, 2015
now I see it! Sorry ..... this website I am still trying to get the hang of this! LOL! My bad! C-sections surely does a number on us huh... I had three and my last baby was 10 pounds 14 oz. I cant wait to love me again! Hoping my results are great for me to do so! :-)
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July 31, 2015
Lol! Yeah I'm still trying to figure this website out myself. I finally figured out how to write a review after so many months of being on here. Lol. Yes c-sections really mess up our bodies opposed to regular child birth in my opinion. But it's for a good cause. Lol. I only have one baby she's 6 now. My husband and I still want to have another one in about 10yrs. We want to enjoy our youth now. I'll 36 in 10yrs so I have time. Lol. Wow 10lbs baby is big and I thought my daughter was big she was born 8lbs 7oz 22inches long. And her daddy big head. Lol. And yes I'm with you I can't wait to be sexy again and wear a bikini!! Yay!! Lol.
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July 31, 2015
You are young you can still have more if you like. I am done no more babies for me. I love my three boys 19, 17 and 13. all big babies! I am going to be 43 this year so I am done. yes you enjoy your youth gurl you deserve it! Yes I cant wait either. I don't know if I can wear a two piece thou. I will see how my tummy turns out! :-)
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Having to reschedule is driving me crazy!

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So I wasn't cleared for surgery by my primary doctor last week due to a UTI. I'm plus since I have a heart murmmer I had to go to a second cardiologist to make sure I'm good to have surgery. So I managed to book an appointment with a cardiologist and a urologist in two days! And actually see them on the same days. Talk about being desperate!! Lol Monday and Tuesday I completed both visits. Cardiologist cleared me for surgery and urologist did a kidney sonogram said everything looks good and also went the extra mile to check my bladder with a camera which was a bit painful. He checked for cancer, stones and fibrosis. And I'm all clear thank GOD! But I do have a UTI that I'm currently taking antibiotics for. I have to go back on Tuesday to do another urine test and than I shall be 100% cleared. Talk about stressful week!! Now I just have to wait and see what day they have available now for the doctor to do my surgery. Fingers crossed it's before August 23 otherwise I will have to wait till December. :-(

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Going crazy!! Don't know what to do! Advise please!!

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So my surgery was rescheduled for August 22nd. I'm now clear by my doctor to have surgery. Thank God my health is good and cardiologist and urologist said I'm in good health. "NOW THIS IS MY DILEMA" I'm 26 yrs old and all of a sudden my husband got the baby blues and wants us to start trying for baby #2 our 1st born is 6yrs old. The original plan was for me to have the tummy tuck and that we would have another baby by the time I'm 33. Our daughter will be about 13yrs old. I personally don't mind the huge gap in age difference. I love that we have enjoyed our daughter to the max. But now my hubby is saying we should just have baby #2 now and this way I can have the tummy tuck done next year after baby #2 is born. That's is I get pregnant right away. I didn't have a problem getting pregnant with my first but I have heard so many people that try for the second and take months to conceive. I'm emotionally confused and frustrated. I don't know what to do. I'm two weeks shy of my surgery and while I know I can reschedule or get my deposit back I don't know what to do. I currently own a daycare and have for the past 5yrs that's what has held us back from having another child. Working with kids all day can really discourage you from having another baby. At least in my opinion. But now with the tummy tuck coming I can't help but to feel pressure in having another baby quick so I can have my so much wanted tummy tuck. Please Real self sisters I need advise on what should I do. Btw my hubby is fine with what ever I decide. Bow it's all on me. :-( your comments are much wanted and welcomed.

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September 17, 2015
What did you decide?????