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12 weeks post op - still very happy!

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Just had my consultation with Dr. Quinn in...

KCmama
WORTH IT$12,453

Just had my consultation with Dr. Quinn in Overland Park, KS. Instant connection, and I loved his portfolio of work. I felt a little impulsive, as I also booked him that same day. But I feel comfortable with him, liked his staff, and his work. I'm doing it. Otherwise, I'll procrastinate, find excuses, etc...

My stats: Female, 46, Widowed (hubby had pancreatic cancer and passed at 41), 2 kids 5 & 16, breastfed both briefly. 5'10", 155 lbs. I think I am a 36B, but maybe smaller? Had my last child at 41. Things just don't stretch back like after baby #1.... Don't regret a thing, am proud to be a mom, just want to amp up some curves and get pre-baby body back while I have time to enjoy it.

Thanks to those who have posted to this site - your stories give me hope and motivation. I've thought about this for years, and talked about it for years, and now I've finally booked a surgical date!

Happy to know that Dr. says I don't need a lift. He wants to do the armpit incision with silicone unders. Says I'll have some great cleavage. I was initially liking 420-450 cc, but am all freaked out to be that big once I got home and thought about it. It's easy to be big as I am tall, I think. Am hoping for a natural, larger look (if those 2 things can go together! lol) Sizing appointment on Dec. 7th.

He's also going to do a full tummy tuck - new belly button, removing extra skin, repairing muscle. I've had 2 c-sections. I don't think it's terrible, but when I sit, I feel like my belly sits in my lap! He says I could have a slight vertical scar if he can't pull down enough skin to close my old belly button hole. I'm most excited about muscle repair and to have a flat tummy. Since I'm already under, why not do the breasts?

Will try and post some "before" pictures shortly! I have 42 days and counting...

My dr office will offer a discount for cash, as I'm paying in cash! But I had to ask about it. Hey, 5% is 5%....

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John Michael Quinn, MD

John Michael Quinn, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 14, 2012

Five percent is totally worth it! You deserve to do this for yourself and I'm glad you're going for it. Do you have someone to help with your younger child while you're recovering?

November 15, 2012
Hi Angie - I'm still a little in shock that after all these years, I'm ACTUALLY doing it!!! Very exciting. It's giving me crazy dreams every night. Lol! I think my little one is going to stay w grandma after Christmas. She lives 2 hours away, and I know she would love to have her. If not, I have a wonderful boyfriend who can come over to help and parents who are close by
November 16, 2012
Ok, taking photos of yourself is really hard! :)
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November 16, 2012
Hey when's your day?
November 16, 2012
I'm going Dec 26th. No after-Christmas shopping for me! :) I think surgery is at 10:45am.
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November 17, 2012
Woohoo! Surgery is way better then shopping;-)
November 16, 2012
Hey! Good luck on your journey to the "flat side!" It is very exciting to go from looking prego when you aren't to looking in the mirror and seeing that you aren't going to have to worry about "holding in" your stomach ever again!
November 17, 2012
Thank you for the words of encouragement JT!!
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November 17, 2012
By the way I got 500cc if you go to my review I have a before after pic of my boobs
UPDATED FROM KCmama
22 days pre

Can't wait for my sizing appointment this Friday. ...

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Can't wait for my sizing appointment this Friday. Did anyone bring a bra in the size they hope to be after surgery to put the sizers in? They recommended bringing different tops, which I will do. Just wondering if I should bring a bra? I initially liked 420cc, but panicked when I got home that I would look unnatural. I am 5'10", 152 lbs, and am hoping for small D.

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December 5, 2012
Good luck to you!! I used doctor Quinn for my original BL/BA in 2009.
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December 5, 2012
I don't think that size will look unnatural / you are tall;-)
UPDATED FROM KCmama
19 days pre

Sizing appt today - went w 450cc silicone. I was...

KCmama
Sizing appt today - went w 450cc silicone. I was worried about how huge they seemed at the consultation. So glad to try them again. I've been wearing my add-2-cups bra for the past month, so the 450's don't seem ginormous anymore! I think that will give me a great look. So excited - 19 days out. Pre-op appt is Monday. Oh, nurse says dr is giving me high profile. I've thought about this for so long - and along w flat stomach/muscle repair, it's almost unreal!!

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December 7, 2012
I think 450 is a great choice. I was originally thinking 400 or 425, but then he told me that those sizes would be a C to a full C. I really wanted a D. I asked my PS what the largest I could go and that he would recommend. He said for my frame, no bigger than 450. I've heard many stories of women wishing they had gone bigger after wards. Soooo I went for it! And don't regret it a bit. They are huge right now, but I know they are still swollen. Can't wait to see the final look. Can't wait to follow your journey!
December 7, 2012
Make sure you have plenty of help for you! You will need some one to help do almost everything for you for a while! Your boyfriend seems like a great support!
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December 9, 2012
Hi KCmama. You are the day before me. I'm having a breast lift. I will be keeping you in my thoughts for a successful sx.
December 12, 2012
Good Luck, I think 450cc will look great on you! I am 5' and love them. Keep us updated...
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December 20, 2012
I'm sure the waiting is torture for you right how but just wanted to reassure you on day 2 I'm doing great and so glad I did this!!!
December 20, 2012
Thanks for the reassurance! It is hard to wait, and then wonder how recovery will be, how I will get through it, etc. But I know 6 months down the road it's all worth it. I'm going to have to work from home a little bit while I'm healing, but am looking forward to some time off to rest. So glad to hear that you are loving your decision to do this. I know I'll feel the same. Your pics look great. You're going to have a wonderful result!