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PO Day 20; Diva is now on the FLAT SIDE with a TT, MR, Lipo(Flanks)

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I have been stalking this site since Oct. 28, 2012...

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I have been stalking this site since Oct. 28, 2012 and I have to say that I have viewed and read ALOT of blogs and testimonies and I am excited to share mine.

I am a happily divorced single mother of 3 girls and 1 boy. I have 2 wonderful and handsome grandsons that are my world as well. I have raised my kids by myself and with GOD's help. With GOD's help all things are possible. I was diagnosed in 1992 with Myasthnia Gravis and have had my fair share of struggles with it. It causes muscle weakness so stress and fatigue are my enemies. At first it was hard for me to exercise because I would get hot and tired therefore I became weak to the point of my limbs not being able to be moved. I had my thymus gland removed in 1997 and I now carry around this ugly zipper scar going down my chest. I am in remisssion with it right now and have been for a few years. I am well knowledgeable with my disease therefore I know when to start seeking treament.

I have wanted a tummy tuck since the birth of my last child and she is now 12 years old. I carry this butt belly around and deep down inside, I cry with it but you could never tell from the outside because I am always smiling. I love to smile and make other smile. I met a lady on here (shout out to lady JM) that had her surgery in the same town as I am going to have mine and the only difference is that her doctor is one floor up from mine. We have talked so much that it is like we are really good friends without even meeting. She makes me smile and I know she thinks I am crazy, but all in all she knows I am just a happy go lucky woman.

My family decided to take a family vacation and everyone go to the bahamas for my grandmother's 80th birthday in 2012. So on August 3, 2011 I began my first Zumba class. I fell in love with this form of exercise that I was up to doing it 6 days a week, sometimes twice a day. Yes I was sore to the point that it was hurting to move but I made it through it. I lost over 20 pounds with this but found myself still with this butt belly. So after a year of doing this, I decided that I wanted a TT but was too nervous to call a PS to get a consultation, but I forced myself to make the call in October 2011 and the PS that I went to was so loving, kind and his people skills were so warm and inviting. I knew this was the one that I wanted. The office staff was just as pleasant. I expressed my concerns and he made me feel at ease and he let me know that the surgery is not going to make me "perfect" but it would make me feel better and that is what I needed to hear. He told me that the TT would be no problem and that he will do some lipo on my flanks to give me a much better contour shape. So here I am today waiting for my "FLAT" day to come and that is in 18 days now. I am here for any and all opinions that will help me with my journey. I am open minded to anything that anyone has to say. I personally feel that this site has been a lifesaver for me when I first found this site because I was full of alot of questions and concerns. By reading what others were saying, I actually got my answers. I just pray that my recovery goes well as everyone elses and my surgery is a complete success.

I have researched TT procedures, looked at numerous videos on youtube that I dream about it, I talk to everyone about it to the point that I am going to explode by the time the 20th comes around. My kids have been a big help. My mother is supportive of this venture and I know my father that which is in heaven is cheering me on.

My goal in doing this is not for anyone but myself. I want to be healthier and look like it in a 2 piece bathing suit when I go back on my next cruise. This Diva is on her way back.

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John Whitt, MD (retired)

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February 5, 2013
Welcome to the forum Diva! Best of luck on your journey to Diva hood!
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February 5, 2013
Wow, how inspiring! You will definitely succeed in your endeavors with such a great positive attitude. I know, I too stalked this site for several months before my surgery- it really prepared me. And I've been considering trying a Zumba class- maybe I will now. :) Best wishes Diva!
February 5, 2013
You should try it...it is wonderful. I feel energized and wonderful about myself....now I dont like a quiet class so I get everyone going and having fun while we shake what our mama's gave (in some people didnt give) us.
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February 5, 2013
Hey G You know I am your number one fan with your tt journey. I know how much your going to love your new flat tummy! I cannot wait to get to the end of your countdown. You can always come to me with any questions you may still have. Lol. I'm sure there is a lot of other RS ladies out here that know more than me. I really b
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15 days pre

I am on my countdown and I have 15 days until I am...

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I am on my countdown and I have 15 days until I am in surgery and getting my body worked on so that I can be on the flat side. I went to zumba last night and while we were dancing around and I was getting my groove on, I was thinking that once I have my TT, I will not be able to do zumba for a long while. I have an obsession with zumba and I am going to be totally lost without it. I will have to entertain myself some other way when I am cleared to resume my exercise.
I forgot to say before that I have to be at the hospital at 6am, which is an hour away from me and my surgery is not until 8am. He estimates it to be 3 hours. I am having a full TT, MR, and lipo. I am having scar revision done on my bra roll area from a previous breast reduction. My insurance is paying for the revision.

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February 5, 2013

Welcome to the community:)

February 5, 2013
Very inspiring story! I wish you the best of luck and results! Keep us posted. :)
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February 5, 2013
I'm sure your gong to miss Zumba, but I know your going to listen to your ps and just spend time resting and recovering. You can always get on RS and read, and of course keep us up to date on your progress. And not to forget taking pictures so we can see you on the flat side! Something I wish I had done before the surgery that you may find interesting. Take measurements of everything. Like rib cage and tummy, hip area. Just anything that may be affected with your tt. You will be able to see how much is swelling and then of course how much in inches is gone. Just a idea! Have a great day!
February 5, 2013
I will take measurements the night before surgery so that I will measurements that were directly the day before. Good tip...thanks. I will miss zumba but I can mentally do it in my head and yes I will listen to my body...if it wont work, then it wont work but zumba will always be there when my body is ready. I will be taking plenty of pics after my surgery so that I can show off my nu-nu body. Thanks for the idea and you have a wonderful day
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February 5, 2013
Yeah maybe by the time your ready to Zumba after your tt, I will have made it to a zumba class myself. One of these days... I'll do it. lol... I know my revision is just one week from today and I will have a short down time. But plan on getting right back to the gym asap. I can't wait for your after pictures! Your gonna be one hot momma!
February 5, 2013
I am sure that you will make it to a zumba class....I mean I wont be able to until sometime in April. I still might join a gym just so that I can ride a stationary bike and utilize the treadmills just to stay in some sort of shape. I might even do a beginners boot camp class. I will just have to wait and see. Your time is flying by....your will be back at the Y before you know it. I am still on the hunt for the perfect comfortable PJ's so that I can wear the the hospital and back home. I am not planning on spending alot of money on them for the simple fact that I will not wear them once I am healed.
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February 6, 2013
lol once your healed no pj's lol. I still sleep in my old granny flannel gown, lol. I might be a bit of a sexey granny now, but I love my flannel! You know that's one thing I haven't shopped for since the tt.. Hummmm. Maybe I need to get something cute.lol I am sure my husband wouldn't notice! he is very practical and ask why I want something pretty!
February 6, 2013
he must be blind as a bat to not see or know why...LOL. I absolutely can not wear PJ bottoms in the bed. I get too hot and they feel as if they are choking me. I looked at our walmart but didnt see anything remotely appealing or sexy so the search continues. I mean I might be in pain but I still have to look like a diva.
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February 7, 2013
I just had a good idea!!! Victoria Secrets! lol Bet you will love pj's from there! Just joking of course. You will find just the right thing. I never thought much of it. Like what to wear. Just make comfotable as possible.
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Time is flying by real fast and this Sh** is...

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Time is flying by real fast and this Sh** is getting real. I think I am starting to get nervous. I am just nervous to see what I will come out looking like. I trust my PS and I know he will do his level best.
I was just telling my youngest daughter last night that after this weekend, I will have only one weekend left to get everything finalized and together so that on the 18th when I go for my pre-op, I will be good to go and just sit and wait for the time to pass. I still have not told anyone at work and I dont really even know how long I will be off of work. I drive a school bus and I am not sure as to how many days I will need to take off.
Does anyone have any advice on supplements or anything to take to lessen the bruising and swelling that ACTUALLY works.

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February 7, 2013
I hope the ladies here have some good advice for you! You know this is the place to be to get all the real info! Firsthand by the ones that live it, us.