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After Two Kids, I Really Want to Wear a Bikini Again!!! Newport Beach, CA
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I can't wait to get started on this makeover...
CaliMomma76March 10, 2015
WORTH IT$21,000
I can't wait to get started on this makeover journey!!! I chose Dr. Milind Ambe after 3 consultation appointments. Dr. Ambe made me feel very comfortable and has a wonderful reputation locally. I really hope I am making the right decision! I am currently 38yrs old, 5'5", 140-145lbs, size 6 pants, 34D bra. I am happy with my current size, weight, and cup size, but I hate my stretch marks, sagging skin, and protruding stomach. I recently went to Maui and after seeing many 40-50yr old women rockin' their bikinis, I am determined to do the same!
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March 27, 2015
Best of luck to you as well;)!!
March 30, 2015
I'm also Dr. Ambe's patient. He is a good, caring doctor, you made an excellent choice. I'm 7 weeks post op of tummy tuck with lipo and lipo on the upper inner thigts. If you check out my review I posted the supplies I used for post op. Good luck with your surgery and keep us updated
April 17, 2015
Thank you Mionaka! I have been watching your progress too. I can't wait to have the experience 1st hand. Less than 5 weeks!
UPDATED FROM CaliMomma76
1 month pre
Surgery Almost Derailed
CaliMomma76April 17, 2015
I can't believe it but my surgery was almost derailed as I had a surprise miscarriage over the weekend! I had no idea I was PG as I was under the impression I was infertile. My two kids were conceived with the assistance of fertility treatments & while my DH & I have been together 20+yrs we have never conceived on our own. What a shock!!! Life is crazy sometimes!
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April 17, 2015
I'm so sorry about your miscarriage. I' m excited for you for the upcoming sx. Are you having a mommy makeover?
April 17, 2015
Thanks Mionaka! I'm scheduled for my MM with Dr. Ambe on 5/20. I can't wait to get to the flat and perky side again!
May 13, 2015
How are you doing? Are you prepared for your sx? For some reason I remembered that you will have it this week but obviously I remembered wrong.
April 28, 2015
Thanks for sharing your story. That is so crazy, but I'm glad you are ok. I suggest checking in your surgery date on this calendar so that you can get support from other members getting their procedures done at the same time.
May 20, 2015
I wish you good luck and speedy recovery for tomorrow's surgery. Please let me know how are you doing.
UPDATED FROM CaliMomma76
Day of treatment
Today is the BIG day!!
CaliMomma76May 20, 2015
Well today is surgery day. I'm trying to stay calm but have been awake with my stomach in nots since 3am. :/ I'm not really worried about the pain, I am just freaked out thinking of all the slicing and dicing they will be doing on me. The medical technique is something I don't want to think about. I really just want to get this day behind me. Someone else gave advice regarding fear prior to surgery. She suggested taking another hard look at your body and weighing your current situation to what you want to achieve. That has really helped me not to back out due to fear. I really want this extra roll gone and my boobies to be perky again. I want to wear a bathing suit with relative confidence. And I want to stop changing outfits several times whenever I'm getting ready for something. I'm sure most if not all of you understand this feeling. Here's some before pics. Please pray for me!
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May 20, 2015
Sorry to hear you were under such of great stress over your upcoming surgery, but I totally understand it. I saw Dr. Ambe yesterday and he put me in ease about my issues. You will be in good hand with him. He is a good surgeon. I've been thinking about you today and yesterday. Good luck and please keep us updated when you are up to it.
May 22, 2015
Thank you Mionaka! I'm just a Type A stressor with anxiety in general. I actually get all worked up prior to going on a flight. Luckily, yesterday went very well and I was told my surgery took a bit longer because as he was putting me back together he realize he could remove more skin. I hope that means my stomach will look even slimmer. I was able to see my breast today and they are very high & tight right now. I can't wait to see it all when I shower on Saturday. How are you doing?
May 22, 2015
I'm glad everything went fine. Make sure you are taking your painkillers as prescribed. Don't wait for the pain to kick in. Make sure you eat first than take the nausea med, wait than take the pain killer. Was Dr. Peterson you anestesialogist? He did such a great job, I wasn't nauseated nor throw up. You will be a sexy lady. Congratulations and happy healing.
May 21, 2015
Thanks for your posts. Please keep us updated when you can on your journey. :)
May 22, 2015
Thanks I will. ;) Hopefully I can get some pictures when I strip down for my first post-op shower on Saturday.
May 21, 2015
Well, it's all behind you now so only rest is needed and before you know it, you will be able to see the results. I'm am contemplating the same but haven't jump over yet. I am watching some who have gone through what I will be going thru. Did you have any liposuction? I look forward to your journey.
May 22, 2015
Thank you MissLucy, I've been sleeping a ton and taking it very easy. I had a BL/BA 500cc HP Silicone implants and a full TT with major muscle repair. My Dr doesn't do BL & full TT with Lipo. He didn't want the surgery to be too long or to be flipping me over on the table. He gave me a 2nd quote for Lipo later on, however I'm not even sure I need it. I will reassess as everything heals and I can see if it looks balanced and if I really need it. At my age I'm not trying to look perfect, I just want to look good for my age.
You go get it! That is awesome that you are doing this. Here's a list of pre- and post-op tips. I'll be following your journey!