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Hello everyone, My name is Sue, i am 47 years...

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Hello everyone, My name is Sue, i am 47 years young, i have four beautiful daughters (27,21,19,14) also four grands ranging from age 9-3..two boys and two girls. After my last pregnancy back in 1998, my stomach did go down somewhat but never flat. Yes, i had a pouch but nothing like it is today omg!!! I have gained so much weight since i got married five years ago it is crazy. I never gave much thought to a TT before i started watching Dr. Rey on Dr.90210 and that is when my self-esteem starting whispering in my ears about how wonderful it would be if only i could regain some of my old self..

So here i am searching for information on TT and low and behold i come across this website (thank god) and i have been reading and looking at the many of you that felt the same way as i do and went out there and did something for yourself, this forum has given me the courage and strength to finally admit that i am in need of Plastic Surgery but now i want it all..lol..i want breast implants, TT, liposuction on my hips and inner and outer thighs, brazalian butt-lift, juverderm, botox..and the whole nine yards. Hubby is listening to me and not understanding how i feel about my body. I don't get undressed in front of him no more because i hate my body..Is that wrong to say? I don't think so!!!

I have two consultations scheduled one on 2/27/12 and the other on 3/12/12 both are at teaching hospitals here in NYC and i am looking forward to it...They quoted me a price over the phone but only the ps can give you the exact price after he looks at you..Oh, i forgot to mention that i am presently weighing 206lbs...went from a size 8 to now a 14 or 16 not sure because i refuse to buy clothes anymore...i need to diet to loose at least 40lbs so i could be closer to where i want to be..I will keep everyone posted and congrats to those that went through the TT and good luck to those who are scheduled!

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February 19, 2012
Thank u Sue and just to let u know u carry that 206 well and u look great in ur pic! Keep us posted!
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February 19, 2012
thanks msbeas...i just hate it though, everyone saids that but you're the only one that truly knows your body and what weight you prefer, i just want to be back to 150lbs...i will keep you guys updated on this journey..
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February 19, 2012
I know what u mean bcus my husband always say I look good but if I don't feel that way then what he says doesn't matter, it's all about how I feel about myself, yes I feel I look good in my clothes but I want to look good out of them as well lolbvs! So I hear exactly what ur saying.
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February 19, 2012
Oh.....and u don't look a yr over 35.... Looking good missy!
February 21, 2012
I agree Msbeas, she does carry her weight well :)
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February 21, 2012
thanks mochamom5
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February 20, 2012
Well thank you msbeas...yup, men just don't understand at all, they are so clueless except for my husband he informed me that i have put on some weight (only because he is a fashion designer and he makes my clothes)UGH!!!! anyway, i hope you are feeling better and resting!!! Take Care
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February 20, 2012
You don't look a day over 35! I too have to lose some weight - Dr wants me down to 185 from 200 lbs. Men don't understand - you have to feel good in your skin! Keep us posted.
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February 21, 2012
Hi cmans3..thank you, yes you do have to feel good in your skin..Good luck on the dieting, i am trying my best to get ahold of my weight before it gets out of control the only problem is my weakness is chocolate...:-(
February 21, 2012
Hello suejohn, how are? I know you are probably anxious and excited about your upcoming consultations. I understand what you mean about wanting your body back and wanting it all lol (I do too). I'm glad I was able to get my tummy tuck thru he military hospital but I have to say once I am at least 6 mos to a year post op, I would like to go to a PS and get lipo and breast done etc... Good luck and many blessings on your journey.
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March 11, 2016
good luck wishing you the best i guess we are both on the same page can you please tell me which teaching hospitlas you went to, i was thinking of going to the dominican republic to do my surgery but my husband says im better off here.
UPDATED FROM SummerGirlNYC

Hello ladies, I am being brave and uploading two...

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Hello ladies,
I am being brave and uploading two pics of me now..mind you i hate anyone seeing me like this but you guys have given me the courage to do this so here goes....

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February 21, 2012
Hey Mochamom5, thanks hon...yes i am,my mom told me on sunday how exercise and diet should do the trick and how we all have self-esteem issues because we want to willingly go under the knife. I had to reply that no matter how much diet you do after having four babies there's no way my stomach would go back to pre-pregnancy.ugh..she drives me crazy but love her anyway.Good luck to you too!
February 22, 2012
Welcome to the sisterhood of tummy tuckers! dont get discouraged by what the Ps may have to say. It took me 3 years from my first consultation and steady saving from grocery money, but I did it and so can you! Love your smile!
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February 22, 2012
thanks mothera8...yeah i try my best not to get discouraged..will keep you guys posted when i go next monday!
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February 22, 2012
Fom the pics it looks like you have hardly any stretch marks, and a natural hour glass!
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February 22, 2012
cmans3, i do have stretch marks but not that bad...and i don't see the hourglass shape at all..but thanks
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Hello ladies, I went for my consultation at...

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Hello ladies,

I went for my consultation at NYEE today, I was a bit anxious to say the least, arrived around 2pm (went shopping first), filled out the patient questionnaire, then waited for the doctor he was in with another patient. He came out after about 15 mins, called me and came right over and shook my hand and led me into his office. He asked the usual questions...then i had to undress put on those awful hospital gown and then he came and check where i wanted surgery done on. He stated that i would need to loose about 20lbs, stop smoking 6 weeks prior to surgery and stop taking my vitamin e and cod liver oil capsules. I asked a whole bunch of questions, asked about breast implants, lipo on thighs but sadly he informed me that because i am over 40 years old, i would need a thigh lift..(no thank you, that scar is god awful)... I will be staying in the hospital overnight and release the next day..My TT with lipo is scheduled for April 26th...No payment is needed until the day of the surgery just in case you have to cancel...I think that this price is great!!! I felt very comfortable with him and his mannerism is quite charming. The consulation price is that i was offered free botox today only..but i was nervous so i told him to save it for me next time and he informed me that this was a one time offer :-(...I am going to cancel my consultation on March 12th at lenox hill hospital..No need to look any further i found my doctor.

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