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Taking the Leap -Marietta, GA

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I have fantasized about getting a TT for almost 5...

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Droopybellygone
WORTH IT$6,401
I have fantasized about getting a TT for almost 5 years. I am 42 years old and have 4 kids (23,18, 11, 5). My youngest was a c-section and that took my stomach from bad to worse! Surgery is scheduled for November 19th. One month and one day away!

I am reluctant to tell too many people, I just don't need their judgement. My mother doesn't even know. My sister knows I've had a consultation, but not that I have scheduled surgery. My husband and 18 year old daughter are very supportive. This is so exciting and will make a huge difference in my life! I can't imagine not having to powder under my "flap" after I shower and before exercise.

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James E. Leake, MD (retired)

James E. Leake, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 20, 2013
Good luck Hun Your a month before me dec 18th How much you weighing chick?
October 20, 2013
Girl I know what you mean but you have to do what makes you happy!!!!! I struggle a long time worrying and debating on what others would think of me but at the end of the day it was ME hating this ugly hanging all the time in the way belly so I just went for it and so glad I did!!!!! Got my tt 12 days ago and still not a single regret!!!!
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October 20, 2013
Congratulations and good luck!! Looking forward to updates.
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October 20, 2013
Mine is is booked on Dec 5th and I haven't told many either. My sister knows and my 20 year old. I told a couple of others but I get the se reaction -money. No one seems to want to share in my excitement. I'm physically and mentally prepared. I didn't tell my mom either. Not sure how to hide it from work. I don't need the negative. I'm looking forward to see and hear about your progress :))
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October 20, 2013
I'm so excited for you, I understand worrying about people passing judgement I had to deal with the same thing. What really matters is how you and only you feel. My tt is scheduled for November 14 I can't wait!!! Best of luck to you!!
UPDATED FROM Droopybellygone
28 days pre

I told my mom

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Droopybellygone
I told my mom yesterday. She said I was nuts, and that was a lot better than what I was expecting. 29 days to go!

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October 21, 2013
Good luck! My surgery is a month after yours in Athens Ga! I've only told a few people also. I don't need their opinions!
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October 21, 2013
Great reaction from ur mom. Mine won't know till it's over ;))
October 21, 2013
My parents think I'm crazy too.... my dad won't acknowledge it and my mom doesn't think it's worth the risk :-( I think it's worth my happiness!
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October 22, 2013
Never told mine...told my daughter and every so often when her friends are I've they want to see my belly.. Dwell on the positive!
October 21, 2013
I was and still am afraid to tell family and friends. And even more reluctant to tell my co-workers. So far only my manager knows because I had to request the time off. Good luck with it all. I'll have mine done 6 days before yours.
October 22, 2013
No one knows, I am scared to share.
UPDATED FROM Droopybellygone
27 days pre

28 days!

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Droopybellygone
I am exactly 4 weeks out today. My plan is to do an hour of cardio 6 days a week (I usually do 4 days a week), cut out red meat and alcohol until after the surgery. Hopefully I can drop a few more pounds before the surgery.

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October 22, 2013
Good luck! Can't wait to see wonderful flat recovery pics!