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Tummy Tuck, Lipo and BA W/full Lift - Miami, FL
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Hey there! Ever since I had my first child I've...
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Hey there! Ever since I had my first child I've always wanted to have my tummy tuck done because of the amount of stretch marks I had....then I had a second child 10 years later and here I am now with a date set for this makeover. I do cross fit 5-6 times a week and plan on losing another 25 lbs before my surgery date to maximize my results. No matter how much I exercise and eat clean my stomach will never be firm and tight. I've also had a BA (saline) previously so I'm having them redone but silicone this time with a full lift. In reading many reviews on here at some ease knowing I'm not alone nor am I'm the only one that is scared, extremely nervous yet excite for this change in less than 4 months away.....Let the countdown begin!
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December 3, 2016
I will be following your journey. I am hoping to have a MM sometime next year also. I am planning on traveling to Miami to have a BL/BA,ext TT and lipo. Can't wait to see how it goes for you
March 10, 2018
I hear you on the whole stomach part I dislike it so much.
March 11, 2018
Howexciting! I remember counting down for mine. It was all worth the pain.
March 11, 2018
Yes I figured if I can pop out kids I can do this as well hahahaha you look great girl
March 11, 2018
Thank you! Yes but definitely nothing compared to a C-section like some say. I’ve had a c-section and this makeover definitely took the best out of me, not only physically but mentally and emotionally. You have to prepare yourself for that, it’s more than the physical part.
March 11, 2018
Scale 1-10 what number would u say 1 being the least n 10 being highest?
March 12, 2018
The first two weeks were very hard for me. I took the pain killers for 2 days because of constipation. I took Tylenol after that and dealt with the pain. To me the most painful part was the lipo. I was numb from the TT and my boobs didn’t bother me but that could’ve been because I had a BA previously and already had space in there. The incision itself did hurt when it started drying and healing. Definitely a 10 for sure at least for 3-5 days.
March 12, 2018
Okay thank you for your input I appreciate it! Just preparing mentally.
UPDATED FROM Bodybyhochstein2017
2 months pre
Countdown begins
As of this Monday, I will be 60 days away from my procedure. It's finally sinking in and of course I'm extremely nervous, scared yet anxious and happy all at the same time. Trying to mentally prepare myself for the pain I'll be in. After seeing a lot of these reviews here I can only imagine the recovery process.
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January 12, 2017
Good luck on your journey. Can't wait to start mine. Still researching Doctors but I am pretty sure where I am going if all goes well. Keep ya posted
January 12, 2017
I wish I was 8 weeks away,lol. Still trying to figure out how to tell my boss I want 4-6 weeks off work for an elective procedure. I don't really want everyone to know what I am doing so I wish I could get the time off without telling them anything. How do you think I should go about that?!?lol
January 13, 2017
I told my boss I'm having surgery and didn't go into details. I'm talking a leave of absence so fmla by law protects your job and they really cannot tell you that you cannot take that time if you're eligible for it. I'm not sure if that's an option for you. The hippa laws protect you from having to disclose personal medical information.
January 13, 2017
Our FMLA won't cover this because it is cosmetic surgery so my boss has to approve a leave of absence or a medical leave without FMLA. Hoping she won't ask
January 13, 2017
By the way, is your Dr reasonably priced. I went to his website and I liked a lot of his before and after photos but didn't see any estimations on pricing. I know everyone is different but was just wondering a balllpark
April 15, 2017
Forgot to update you in this. My boss seemed to think FMLA would cover this and it will. I am so excited now!!!!
April 15, 2017
That's great! I was wondering how it would not be because FMLA is for a medical leave doesn't matter what type of medical reason. I'm going back to work this Wednesday after having been off for 6 weeks and I'm dreading it now
April 15, 2017
And our FMLA is linked with our short term coverage so they will also pay 60% of my salary after my PTO runs out. I'm so happy about that. I was trying to save the money for my lost income so now I don't have that to worry about
April 15, 2017
Yes girl that's exactly what I did! That's great and such a relief.
April 15, 2017
I've been meaning to ask you, before your 1st BA what size bra did you wear and then after? And we're those the 550cc implants?
April 15, 2017
Before my 1st BA I was a 32B. Then I went to a 36DD with my 550cc saline implants. I now have 650cc silicone implants. I am not sure what size I am now I did want to keep the same size. He did remove extra breast tissue to make sure I had the same size implants on each breast.
February 15, 2017
Very exciting for you! I felt the exact same way you did prior. I'm on post op day 5 and so far there has been more good days than bad for sure! I hope that makes you feel a little better lol! Good luck with everything!
February 15, 2017
Yes it is but I guess from having read on here it's normal to feel that way. You look great! I'm not looking forward to the drains so I hope that I don't have them in for too long! Thank you for your kind words they do help me feel somewhat better I know I'm not in this alone
February 25, 2017
So excited for you!! I remember the wait being torture! I can't wait to see your results, you already look great so I'm sure you will look amazing when is done!!!
February 25, 2017
Thank you! The sleepless nights have kicked in already! 12 days left
UPDATED FROM Bodybyhochstein2017
10 days pre
10 days till surgery!
So my nerves have definitely sky rocketed. I was nervous knowing I was already going into this but these last two months I've been a wreck! I've gotten my period twice last month and on my third time this month...I'm so sure it's my nerves and anxiety over the surgery. Hopefully my cycle will back to normal after all is said and done. Has anyone experienced this before their surgery?
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February 27, 2017
I had mine during surgery and the hospital said it happens all the time and is from stress. I was thinking I wouldn't get it till after but came early and called to make sure it was ok, lol, it was totally fine. Didn't realize stress can do that. Good luck to you, I am almost two months out and I am so glad I did it!!!!
February 27, 2017
I was hoping that is the case it's driving me crazy! Lol (and my husband too!) I'm trying not to stress but you know how that overcomes us especially thinking prior to having the surgery. That's great your glad you do it, I'm sure I'll get to that point after a few months post op. Thank you! And by the way you look fantastic!
Thank you for sharing your story with this community. I hope you find everything you need here to feel prepared and ready for your surgery. You might want to check out the forum for posts that might be helpful, like this one: Top 10 Tips For Before and After Your Mommy Makeover.