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Well, Here We Go! Scheduled for Feb 19, 2019. 51 Year Old, 2 Kids, 5’ About 120.
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Well, Here We Go! Scheduled for Feb 19, 2019. 51 Year Old, 2 Kids, 5’ About 120.
bmom67February 14, 2019
WORTH IT
When I first thought about doing ANYTHING was a couple years ago. I saw Dr Hasell but didn’t go through with it. COLD FEET!!!!!After my daughter had her second procedure with the same Dr and had AMAZING results. I booked to see him again.
I was originally thinking just of a BL/BA but thought I’d ask about a TT. No harm in asking?!? He examined and said he doesn’t think I’ll need any MR and if I did it’d be all below the bellybutton. YAY! This meant I could get a mini-tuck! I didn’t really love the idea of having a vertical scar from where my old bellybutton was OR a new bellybutton so this was great news! After the consult, I was on the fence about a BA. The Dr said I really wouldn’t need it unless I wanted some upper pole. Now who doesn’t want that????? I thought it over for months and eventually decided, why not?????
I called and booked! At that point I was about 8 weeks from surgery. I was still going back and forth... should I do it? Should I get the BA? Maybe I’ll forget about it and cancel. “Too much money for vanity” is what I told my husband. I didn’t send in my payment until the LAST day I had. Once I sent it in, I’m not sure if I was relieved or more scared????
Once the money was sent, I started preparing. Hubby works a job thst he puts in long hours so I’ll probably be home alone most of the day during recovery. My one daughter is ready to drive me to and from the day if and my other daughter took a day off the next day to help me out. I’ve been cooking and freezing. Cleaning. Writing and re-writing lists. Only a few more days to go!!!!! I think I’m close to ready! Now.... if I could get rid of the butterflies in my stomach!!!!! I CANNOT believe I am doing something like THIS for ME??????
I was originally thinking just of a BL/BA but thought I’d ask about a TT. No harm in asking?!? He examined and said he doesn’t think I’ll need any MR and if I did it’d be all below the bellybutton. YAY! This meant I could get a mini-tuck! I didn’t really love the idea of having a vertical scar from where my old bellybutton was OR a new bellybutton so this was great news! After the consult, I was on the fence about a BA. The Dr said I really wouldn’t need it unless I wanted some upper pole. Now who doesn’t want that????? I thought it over for months and eventually decided, why not?????
I called and booked! At that point I was about 8 weeks from surgery. I was still going back and forth... should I do it? Should I get the BA? Maybe I’ll forget about it and cancel. “Too much money for vanity” is what I told my husband. I didn’t send in my payment until the LAST day I had. Once I sent it in, I’m not sure if I was relieved or more scared????
Once the money was sent, I started preparing. Hubby works a job thst he puts in long hours so I’ll probably be home alone most of the day during recovery. My one daughter is ready to drive me to and from the day if and my other daughter took a day off the next day to help me out. I’ve been cooking and freezing. Cleaning. Writing and re-writing lists. Only a few more days to go!!!!! I think I’m close to ready! Now.... if I could get rid of the butterflies in my stomach!!!!! I CANNOT believe I am doing something like THIS for ME??????
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February 15, 2019
I had a mini tuck with diastasis recti repair and belly button hernia repair + breast aug and lift last Jan 2018 by Dr Hasell in Lethbridge and it was one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself
February 15, 2019
That was strange....half of my comment got deleted! Anyways I just wanted to add that you are in great hands with Dr Hasell! I travelled from out of town for surgery, and am so glad I made the trip to have him perform my mommy makeover. You will do great!!! Just get lots of rest, stay on top of your meds and let other family members take on the chores for a couple weeks. Good luck!!!!
UPDATED FROM bmom67
2 days pre
3more sleeps...
bmom67February 16, 2019
3 more sleeps and it’s go time! I’m getting super nervous and keep having a dream that Dr Hassel gives me butt implants that are HUGE!!! Haha
I’m still not sure who’s driving me yet. Either my hubby if he’s off or my daughter. Surgery is 8:45am.
I think I have everything ready! If not I’ll have to go without.
Added a few pics for your viewing pleasure... not!
I’m still not sure who’s driving me yet. Either my hubby if he’s off or my daughter. Surgery is 8:45am.
I think I have everything ready! If not I’ll have to go without.
Added a few pics for your viewing pleasure... not!
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UPDATED FROM bmom67
1 day pre
One more sleep
bmom67February 19, 2019
Well... it’s the day before my surgery and my nerves are worse than EVER. I spent the day finishing up last minute stuff and getting my recovery room ready. I have to be at the surgical clinic at 7:45. I think my hubby is as nervous as I am and wishing he could be there but work calls.
I’ll update tomorrow when I’m there and have my preop markings done!
I’ll update tomorrow when I’m there and have my preop markings done!
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February 20, 2019
How was it ????
February 20, 2019
Well I’m in a fair amount of pin right now but mostly that’s from my boobs. He took about a pound of skin off my tummy but I didn’t need any muscle repair so recovery should be quicker. I ended up with a 240cc implant mostly for upper pole.
Are you scheduled t the hospital or the surgical facility? I was at the surgical facility and I felt like I was in a spa. It’s very nice and the nurses are amazing!!!
February 20, 2019
Great ! That’s awesome u didn’t need the MR? I think I’m also getting 240 but maybe I said 285, I can’t even remember now. Mine is at the hospital - wonder why the difference? I can’t wait to see your results :) rest up !
February 20, 2019
I am scheduled for mommy make over with same dr April 23.
February 20, 2019
You are in great hands! He’s amazing on surgery day! Very gentle and reassuring.
February 26, 2019
Did you do any blood work? I did ask about it and was informed that blood work is not needed. I was kind of surprise because it seems they only go by what we filled on the form. I know with other places blood work ekg etc is required . I was only informed that health assessment will be done by a nurse over the phone one month prior to surgery hmm
February 26, 2019
Hi! No I didn’t but I had my yearly physical only a few weeks beforehand. My family Dr said that they don’t do the complete pre-op thing much anymore unless there’s something in your health history that warrants it. From your phone assessment they’ll decide if you need to do more. Do you have a family Dr who you can see to put your mind at ease? The day of my surgery the anesthesiologist spent a lot of time with me going over my history etc. Are you at the hospital or surgical center?
February 26, 2019
Ok thank you. I just called the health assessment office. I am scheduled for April 1, for the assessment. Tomorrow I will go to my family doctor for physical.
I'm so glad you decided to start your review! I wish you all the best on your journey and can't wait to hear more about your surgery on the 19th!