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Mommy Makeover - Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift (w/ existing implants)

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I am having a breast lift and full tummy tuck done...

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QC_Mama
WORTH IT$11,000
I am having a breast lift and full tummy tuck done. Also, I have an umbilical hernia so that will be fixed during the procedure, too. Yikes!
I am a 35 year old mom to three kiddos (ages 13, 4, 2) and do lots of yoga. I am 4'11", 107 lbs and currently have saline, hi-profile breast implants from 2004. I knew I needed a breast lift after having two more children since 2004 (and it has been almost ten years since getting them, after all). I went to my former surgeon for my initial breast lift consult and wanted to inquire about what I could do with my belly button. I was surprised to discover I needed a full tummy tuck!! AND that I have an umbilical hernia, which is what is making my belly button look weird! Ugh! Finally, it all made sense as to why after thousands of planks and push ups, my tummy never changes even though the rest of my body does!!!! I thought I just needed to do more planks and eat even more clean.
I verified this information by seeking out two more opinions from reputable surgeons in the area. They all said the same exact things: mommy makeover needed. The good news is that my implants are in tact and none of the surgeons recommended I replace them at this time. I really loved the last surgeon I met with so I am going to go with him. Something about the first two just made me feel slightly uneasy; I can't explain it. I really clicked with Dr. Bayne, everything he was saying and where he performs the surgery, so I am going to go with him. One of my yoga friends' husband is an anesthesiologist and has nothing but good things to say about Dr. Bayne. I figure if an anesthesiologist's husband sends his wife to him for procedures, he must be pretty good. Hopefully, I will be in good hands.
I have to admit I am very nervous about being "put under." It is just an odd feeling and scares me. I keep reminding myself that thousands of people are being put under all over the U.S. and world, for all different types of procedures, even as I type this post.
Thank you all for your posts and reviews. They have truly made me feel better over the past few weeks. I will post pics of my scary stomach tomorrow!
Can't wait to have this all behind me and wear bikinis again! xo!

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Stephen R. Bayne, M.D.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 25, 2018
Looks good. Did you have insurance cover any with the hernia being fixed?
UPDATED FROM QC_Mama
1 month pre

Belly Button Pic!

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QC_Mama
Hi!

Need to get better pics soon but here is my icky belly button for now! Can't wait until it is GONE! Ugh!

Have a great day, ladies!

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October 19, 2013
You will be just fine! I had TT and breast life a week ago! Yes, prepare for pain and resting...it's tolerable pain as long as u stay on top of meds!! Keep us updated!
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October 20, 2013
Thank youuuu! So happy for you! I hope you are recovering well :)
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October 20, 2013
Thanks all is going well. Wish I could fast forward to Christmas! Lol
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October 22, 2013
I know! Now that I scheduled my date, I downloaded a countdown app to my iPhone and it says 26 days. Haha...wish it was sooner! We will make it! :)
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October 20, 2013

I'm so glad you started your story on RealSelf! I found this post about anesthesia very comforting and hopefully you will, too. Please keep us updated!

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October 21, 2013
Good luck! Can't wait to read more.
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October 22, 2013
Thank you!!
UPDATED FROM QC_Mama
26 days pre

Scheduled!

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Ahhhh! Called and scheduled the surgery FOR SURE today! I am going for the 18th of November. My pre-op appointment is in a couple of weeks. On one hand, I am freaking out! On the other hand, I am relieved to know the date and keep telling myself, "OK, you are really doing this...now get over it...stop worrying...it will be fine...check RealSelf updates and see how thrilled everyone is...you will recover...think bikini...think about burning those ugly one piece bathing suits...think about NO MUFFIN TOP and a non-scary belly button..." REPEAT. :) :) :)

I'm excited, though. Ready to be done! Hope everyone else is feeling happy, too. XO

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