Mommy Makeover- Tummy Tuck and Liposuction - New York, NY

I have been inspired by so many great stories here on real self. I am 38 years old mother of two boys, ages 6 and 12. I went to get a consultation for a mommy makeover, but I decided on a tummy tuck and liposuction on inner and outer legs. After many years of wanting the procedures, I finally decided to have it and booked it! I am extremely nervous, doubting my decision, as I think about whether the money is being spent on pure vanity. However, deep in my heart I know that it is not. Many times, I hide myself or do not participate in activities with my boys (for example swimming at the beach) because I do not feel comfortable. I feel as I would do more with them if I was comfortable in my own skin. My family loves boating and going to the beach, and I am sick of always feeling uncomfortable. I am less than two weeks away and I am feeling anxious and excited to see what I will look like afterwards. I am a teacher and I hope that 10 days will be enough time to get back to work. I might be able to skip a few days here and there if it gets to be too much. Looking forward to sharing my journey and again thank you all for the inspiring stories.

I had my pre-op visit and I left there with a "can't believe I am actually doing this feeling." I was a little worried because my doctor told me that I might possibly need additional liposuction for my love handles and upper abdomen even after surgery?? Has anyone heard this before? He said he will try to lipo as much as possible but he can not be too aggressive because of the tummy tuck. I am not thinking I will have Shakira's stomach but I hope it is flatter and that my waist is smaller. I am uploading before pictures. 8 days to go!

Thank you for your encouragement...I posted other pictures but they did not load. Here are some stomach shots.