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31 year old, Petite, 3 C-sections, Ready for Mommy Makeover!

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Hello ladies! I've been on this site off and on...

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Hello ladies!
I've been on this site off and on again since at least 2012. I have three children, all born via c-section, and by the time I had my second I was already talking with nurses about how to fix my stretches out tummy. I've always been small - I'm 5'1" and 108 lbs, and after every pregnancy I always bounced back to that weight again, but my body wasn't remotely the same. I think the fact that you could hardly tell I was pregnant from behind has something to do with it - my poor tummy got so stretched out!

I can't say I've ever had anyone ask how far along I am, even though I certainly look 3 months pregnant (more, if I've just eaten) but I've also NEVER worn anything remotely tight for 5 years. I've worn a bathing suit maybe twice. For the first few years, I wore slimming tank tops under my clothes every single day, but now I've learned how to camouflage my stomach well enough without it via loose, flowy tops. Most people I know insist I'm tiny, and it's frustrating to think that most don't think I need anything done. I've always been small, but I don't feel like it anymore!

At the start of this loooong journey, I was vaguely considering a breast lift. The first PS I met with in 2012 explained how obvious the scars would be, and I thought against it. I'm only a 34b, and after my boobs went to a 34d while nursing my first, they've since deflated. They look like they're sliding off my chest like sad pancakes :( Since that first meeting, I've thought about an augmentation a lot more. After more research this time around, I chose a different PS and had my first appointment yesterday. She said that a breast lift wouldn't be a good option because my nipples are still well above the crease, I just need more volume. I got to try on sizers, which I've been dying to do! I haven't scheduled a surgery date yet (waiting for money to get settled first) but it feels sooo surreal to truly be talking about having surgery this summer. Until then, I'll keep obsessively checking real self and living through all you! :)

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Deborah Pan, MD

Deborah Pan, MD

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February 1, 2017
Thank you so much for sharing your story with this community. I hope you find all the support and feedback you need here. Let us know how we can help make your journey a success. 
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February 2, 2017
Thank you!
March 11, 2017
What sizers did you try? I won't do sizers until my pre-op which is March 24th...I can't wait!
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May 2, 2017
Hey! So my ps wouldn't even tell me the size as I was trying them, she said girls get hung up on the number haha. She also kept having me try them until the point where I was CERTAIN they were too big. I think that ended up being 400cc. I think I was happiest with 350, but now that the day is getting close, I'm going to call and make another appointment so I can pick for sure!
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4 months pre

Some before pics!

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March 11, 2017
Your before looks similar to mine. I am close to your size as well (5'3 120 lbs). 2 kids c-section. I am scheduled April 10th for my Breast Aug and Abdominoplasty.
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4 months pre

Booked my surgery date!!

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I called today and put down the deposit for June 7. I'm SO excited! This is truly a dream come true. I don't know how I'll manage to wait until then, probably by obsessively checking this site! Hope you ladies are all doing well. :)

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February 24, 2017
Exciting!! We have similar dimensions and Goals. What size implant ate you planning on getting?
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May 2, 2017
Sorry, I just saw this!! I actually didn't settle on a definite number, which my PS seemed unconcerned about because she didn't even want me know cc's and wanted me to just pick based on how they looked. I know we also talked about haven't a little wiggle room so she could decide once she's in there too, but it'll be around 350! I actually want to make an appointment to try dozers again and get a definite number. Have you chosen yet??