47 and Finally Did it!!! Best Decision of my Life -- Mommy Makeover - TT, BL & BA - California

After a 85 pound weight loss that I have now maintained for quite some time and going on 3 years of wanting the procedures done, I am finally ready to take on the physical, emotional and financial responsibilities to make this a reality. I just want to look as good naked as I feel in my clothes.... where I don't see that former fat girl looking back. My breast were probably a full C when I was young and have stretched and become saggy over the years of constant weight gain and loss and the years I spent overweight. My belly too... not as bad as it could have been but it will never be tight and there is extra skin, plus an old vertical appendix scar right down the middle. My belly button has been been replaced by a frowny face since I was in my 20s. So, the time has come!!

I have met with several doctors 2 years ago but was afraid of the pain and cost so didn't book but really liked Dr. Reichner if I would have done it. Met with him again this week and still felt a sense of peace that he was a skilled surgeon and had a great staff. They didn't push or suggest any extra procedures with the exception of a large cyst that is on my chest - been there for years and already had it checked by MD who wanted to remove but said it would leave a scar - but he wasn't a plastic surgeon. I met with another doctor this week who was also very skilled and wanted to do more procedures for body contouring and lipo but was more expensive. I just got too much anxiety after that visit and although I am certain she would also do an excellent job, this morning I woke up and knew Dr. Reichner was my guy. I had another consult scheduled for tomorrow but I just don't want anymore choices... I live in Orange County, where Plastic Surgeons are around every corner. I feel good with my decision.

I have decided on a breast lift with a mentor, moderate profile implant. I am still unsure of the size since I already have a lot of my own breast tissue but I am leaning towards 300cc. I just want my old look back, which should make me D cup. I am also having a full tummy tuck. Since I am going to be under, I am strongly considering doing Labiaplasty while I am at it. This is something that has been an issue my whole life but hadn't considered on it's own. I like to say "there is a whole lot going on down there" and it has never been a medical necessity to fix but.... It would be nice to not have to fight with the extra skin and long lips during sex or in clothes.

I am single (but dating someone), I've never had any kids of my own, I live alone with my big dog (who will be hard to keep from jumping on me post surgery) and my cat. The holiday's are coming so it will be slower at work so the time is right.

I am excited and scared... my boss knows so I can get the time off work.
I will schedule an after care facility for at least the first two nights and then my sister is coming to take care of me for the next few days. I may rent a recliner for the first week since my bedroom is upstairs.

Ok, first post down... I really am scared of scaring and loss of sensation. My labia seems like a no brainer but I am a little apprehensive about sensitivity and going to the bathroom after. My girlfriend who has had children said it will be much easier than pain from tearing and won't last.

Seriously ready to see the results and be the very best version of myself. After all my hard work to lose the weight, I deserve the body that should be there.

Ready to take the emotional ride with me? I will need support from this community as I am not telling a lot of people I am doing this... at least not yet.

Feedback is welcome

It's Saturday morning.... less than a month away. I am so glad I didn't book this several months in advance as to give myself too much time to "think". Emotions are a crazy thing.

I am so excited but so nervous and worried. I look on this site at some of you ladies that have struggled with the same concerns and love your outcome so that gives me hope and strength. Before I decided to actual do the tummy tuck and breast lift, I would look in the mirror every day and wish I could just look "normal". I want my old body back... and wish I would have appreciated it more when I had it. I have always been so critical of myself... oh the wisdom of age. But now that the deposit is paid and date is set, I look in the mirror and think... is it really THAT bad that I want to cut myself up, weeks of recovery and pain and emotional trauma? I mean, I look pretty darn good for someone who was over weight for so long and fluctuating sizes. I have seen some pictures of women who really had a lot of loose skin and saggy breasts, way more to address than me.But I know this is nerves.... because almost without exception, every one of you are thrilled with your results. I mean beyond happy. I look in the mirror again and get giddy at the thought of not seeing that frowny face belly button and overhang of skin both above and below it. That my breasts will be higher and fuller. That I will stand taller and my confidence will be through the roof. I know the pain is temporary and the results are a lifetime (relatively speaking). And doing the labia will be worth it. A completely new, redefined me.... one who deserves the results of years of hard work to lose weight and stay fit. I have improved all areas of my life. I have a great job, wonderful family & friends, I'm smart, fun, witty, pretty.... this is the main thing I complain about and actually have the ability to do something about it. The time has come and I am ready to walk through the fear and pain to get the results. Ok, bring on Saturday :)

So I know this is going to be a journey, a fantastic positive journey but an emotional one.
The man I have been dating for the past 6 months is completely unavailable in this area. He's all for new boobs but doesn't have the ability to provide any comfort on an emotional level. So yesterday, completely unrelated to the surgery, we decided it isn't working and that he can't give me what I need. Although I'll miss the regular sex and someone to go eat sushi with, I am actually relieved this happened now, before I go through this. He would NOT have been good through this process. I choose to see divine intervention on this one. The timing was perfect. Plus I still have a few weeks to get used to not talking with him beforehand. I hadn't even had the chance to tell him that I had scheduled the surgery... at least not until I was walking out the door. tehe. He's hoping for opportunity to meet the girls next year. We'll see. This is a good outlet for me to share; thanks for listening.