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Scheduled for TT 2/18/2011 - Marietta, GA
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I have lost over 50lbs and my tummy is the only...
SbanksDecember 23, 2010
WORTH IT$6,700
I have lost over 50lbs and my tummy is the only place I do not see improvement. I have had an issue with my overlaping stomach since the birth of my first child and it may have gone down, but it also hung lower...
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December 23, 2010
Welcome to RealSelf!
You have some exciting times ahead of yourself! How long have you been thinking about doing this? I know you are going to feel like a new woman when all said and done.
Have you told friends and family about what you are doing or are you keeping that a secret?
I look forward to reading your posts and hopefully seeing some before and after pictures :)
Keep us up to date and let me know if you have any questions.
Happy Holidays
December 27, 2010
Hello,
I have been thinking about doing it for three years now, my hubby was trying to get me to do it then, but of course I went through that stage of thinking it would be a selfish thing to do and also thinking about the pain. My husband is supportive along with my siblings and that was the extent of me sharing my plans as anyone else really doesn't matter. I was even prepared to go through with it even if they were not supportive - heck it is my body and myself I have no choice to live with the rest of them can come and go, but I'm stuck with myself forever.
I have been thinking about doing it for three years now, my hubby was trying to get me to do it then, but of course I went through that stage of thinking it would be a selfish thing to do and also thinking about the pain. My husband is supportive along with my siblings and that was the extent of me sharing my plans as anyone else really doesn't matter. I was even prepared to go through with it even if they were not supportive - heck it is my body and myself I have no choice to live with the rest of them can come and go, but I'm stuck with myself forever.
December 28, 2010
That is right...it is all about you now! You are the only one that really needs to be happy with this. You deserve it and should do this for yourself. As moms we always put ourselves last so now is your time.
That is wonderful your family is so supportive. That will be very helpful during the recovery process. Take all the help they offer up and rest.
December 27, 2010
Three years is a good long time to mull something over! I'm glad you're doing this for yourself and that you husband and siblings are so supportive. Will you have help with your children while you heal?
If you're interested, I've started a Facebook community called Moms Who Want Their Bodies Back where we have more discussion and some interesting/fun links.
December 27, 2010
Yes, I will have plenty of help - plus my 10 yr old is more help than trouble so it will not as bad for me when it comes to caring for children for me. I also talked to her about it too and she just said it's going to hurt, but if it will make you happy be happy, but you can not wear a two piece... I just laughed.
February 1, 2011
Hey! i just wanted to let your know i had my sugery with dr. west on the 14 of jan not feb 2. i decided to not get the tummy tuck as i might have more kids later...not sure. BUT I did get a bilateral lift and implANT and he did the MOST AMAZING JOB! my husband went to medical school and its hard for him to be impressed with doctors ,,,really it hard. He has been so impressed. You are in good hands. I would pick him 100 times over for the job he did. He told me that he doesnt have to live with the scars and i do so he will do as little as he can. He is so wonderful. he did a great job i know he will do a great job for you!
Good luck,
Brooklyn
Good luck,
Brooklyn
February 1, 2011
That is great that you are totaly please with the turn out and your surgeon. Dr West made me feel beyond comfortable and I knew after him I didn't need anymore consults. I go in for my pre op on Friday and I'm excited and nervous all together. I hope you will post some pics soon so we can get the word out on Dr. West.
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17 days pre
I go in for my pre op appointment of Friday. I am...
SbanksFebruary 1, 2011
I go in for my pre op appointment of Friday. I am excited and nervous all together. I will be back to update on Friday...
UPDATED FROM Sbanks
14 days pre
I had my pre-op this morning and went through the...
SbanksFebruary 4, 2011
I had my pre-op this morning and went through the run down and asked my almost last set of questions. It appears that today's appointment has diminished some of the nervousness I was having. I can say that I am truly ready and if they would let me go in tomorrow I would be so ready to do that. I will be picking up my meds and other things on the docs list as well as some suggestions from all of you lovely people this weekend. What would I do with out you?
Thanks for posting on RealSelf. We'd love to hear more about your Tummy Tuck! Is your family supportive of your decision?
Check out Kimmers' Tummy Tuck Survival Guide. It's a great read with a lot of information.
I bet your so excited im wanting to get mine done jan or early feb. Did yo choose to do feb 18th or is he really booked?
thanks B