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​23 days before mommy makeover & praying for a speedy & safe recovery

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2021Changdoll
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Is It normal to be scared before getting a mommy make over. Im starting to panic and im not sure if i should continue! I am a 39 year old mother of 2 children 6 and 14 years of age. At times i think to myself what if I don't make it thru surgery... But this has been something Ive been wanting to do since i had my my kids and got BBL done instead of the surgery I should've gotten first . I set up my appointment for surgery for September 28, 2023 thats literally 1 month a week away. As the days get closer I feel so unprepared I was so excited but now it just seems sureal. I just pray that I make it through. I will let you make sure to post photos and journey as it approaches. Has anyone had mommy makeover surgery and bbl and what was there journey like. Any tips and or advice will be appreciated. Been doing a lot of research but didn't come across many mommy makeover seems like some split there surgeries now that I think about it maybe would've been a better decision for me but Im just keeping my faith and praying that I have a safe and speedy recovery so I can come back home to my family who I love so much. Friend of mine refereed me to Mel T. Ortega I know he is going to do great and he is a good guy. He did an amazing job with my friend Maria asking the same for me. I keep you guys posted. Rated 4 because I haven't gotten surgery yet until September 28, 2023 coming soon.

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Mel T. Ortega, MD

Mel T. Ortega, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 8, 2023
I know the feeling! I was very nervous too. The biggest risk with TT surgery are blood clots. Prior to my tummy tuck with Dr. Ortega on 6/21/23, I purchased a leg compression device off of amazon. I used the compression device on my legs when I got home from surgery and right before going to bed. I also rode in a car for 3 hours back home from Miami- so I made sure to use the compression device during the trip. I also used it on my trip to Miami to ensure that my circulation was good right before surgery. Also made sure to keep my compression socks on 24/7..I made sure to get up (even though it was painful) every 1-2 hours to walk around for a few minutes to get the blood flowing and drank lots of water. I would also do little calf stretches while in bed. The doctor also prescribes blood thinner injections to take daily for 14 days...so you should be fine! Make sure you're going to have someone to care for you because you definitely won't be able to do it alone for the 1st few days. Good luck with surgery!
October 30, 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback. How long did you have to use compression socks. My surgery was successful. Thank god. I am currently one month post opt. Wow 3 hours is about the same amount time I had to ride back I stay in Port St. Lucie Florida but yes how are you feeling now and are you still swollen from surgery. How are you making out. Do you still get pain now that you are 5 or 6 months post opt. Thank you for all your advice. I hope you are recovering well. Any feedback or advice will be greatly appreciated. Yes I have help thank god. My mom, aunt and my hubby are helped me the first week and still Helping me. Good luck as well.
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21 days pre

?23 days before mommy makeover & praying for a speedy & safe recovery

2021Changdoll
23 days before mommy makeover. Words can begin to tell you how excited I am for this upcoming surgery. I have wanted this surgery for quite somet ime but was very scared and put it on hold after having kids. Now that I completely tied my tubes lost some weight and finish having kids I figure what better time to have surgery then now. Just praying for a speedy and safe recovery. Been preparing for surgery and taking it one day at a time. Just counting the days down I will post pics once I have had my surgery. Wish me luck everyone and I will stay in touch.

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September 6, 2023
Thanks for your update and good luck for your surgery! I hope everything goes really well for you :)
September 10, 2023
Thank you
UPDATED FROM 2021Changdoll
26 days post

My surgery was successful! I’m beyond pleased with my doctor!

2021Changdoll
My surgery was successful. I’m beyond grateful with my results. He did an awesome job. Recovery have been smooth. My recovery was amazing up and around the next day and I never gave it any thought again.” “Thanks Dr. Ortega for being a great doctor who just tells it like it is. Your honesty is appreciated!” If I can do it all over again I have no question this doctor was the best decision. Yes it wasn’t easy I had pain but the pain is all worth it.
I’m so grateful I did my research and I met him in person he truly changed my life.I am so happy I’m still recovering it’s only been one month but I am healing well and I have a follow up appointment for tomorrow in Miami. Just taking it one day at a time. Just wanted to share my journey but still on the journey will keep you all updated. For those who are scared don’t be. We only live once and for me this was by far the best decision for me. Go for it. Dr Ortega was the best hands down thank you so much. I will see him again in the future. Thinking about getting more Lipo done.

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