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"Skinny Fat" (Mother of Two)

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Day of procedure! I was waiting for so long to get...

MariSmith
WORTH IT$4,700
Day of procedure! I was waiting for so long to get this done and the day is finally here. I have two kids and after my youngest my body just would snap back they way I wanted it to. I lost 40lb on my own with working out and dieting but that little belly fat just wouldn't go. So with that said I made my appointment and heres the day.

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Scott A. Brenman, MD, FACS

Scott A. Brenman, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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April 21, 2015
Good luck! I'm right behind you....about a week left before I go in. I can't wait to see your results! I too, am the "skinny fat" mom. It's so hard to lose that layer of fat, but easy to hide in clothes!! Good luck!
April 21, 2015
I've posted results from the morning after. Let me know if you have any questions I can help you with.
April 21, 2015
Your results are fabulous! I'm just nervous for the procedure and don't want anything bad to happen. I tend to worry. And, a lot of people post that they are sooooo incredibly sore the day after the surgery and can hardly move. It's refreshing to hear that you are moving about and getting on with your life. Did you drain much after the procedure?
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April 21, 2015
I just came home a few hours ago from having the procedure done on my abdomen. It went well. I'm in slight discomfort but I think that's because the local anesthetic hasn't worn off. I'm concerned about how i will do tonight.
April 22, 2015
I slept okay. I sleep on my belly so having to sleep on my back is a pain for me but I really only woke up once to us the bathroom. I think if I sit still it hurts more then if I stay buy. I had a c-section and I did the same. Recovered fast since I kept moving and not allow the pain to stop me.
April 21, 2015
What did you have done? Looks great!
April 22, 2015
upper and lower abdominal and flanks.
April 23, 2015
Was it lipo only? It looks great!
April 24, 2015
Yes this was done with the SmartLipo.
April 28, 2015
How many ccs of fat were removrd
June 13, 2015
You look great!
UPDATED FROM MariSmith
1 day post

Day after

MariSmith
Today I feel sore. Almost like I was used as a bunching bag. If I sit to long to get up it hurts because I'm stiff. or getting out the car i'm slow. But I've been very active today. I took my kids to school, went to Target and Sears walked around and shopped a bit. I then came home put a ton of laundry away and did a little spring cleaning of my clothes. I feel great and love my results so far. I am swollen but I can tell I will be truly happy with my final results.

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April 21, 2015
How did you make out last night?
April 22, 2015
During the night I was in little pain. I was tired but only woke up once to use the bathroom.
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April 24, 2015
Thanks, your reply helped me get through the night. Day 2 and very swollen.
April 24, 2015
What meds are you taking? I've been taking Arnica montana and bromelain. I got them at GNC they helped with bruising and swollen.
April 23, 2015
You look great. Congratulations!
April 23, 2015
Thank you!
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April 24, 2015
No bruising yet. Feel so swollen. Not on any pain meds today. Thanks for the suggestion I will look into that.
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4 days post

Day 5

MariSmith
I am in love with my results. Im still sore (not super bad) Im able to run around and deal with my very active 2 year old son and do my normal duties as a mom. I Cant wait to see with I look like in 3 months because Im flatter then Ive ever been since having kids. Here are some pics of day five and lets just say its amazing.

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April 24, 2015
Yes, amazing. You look great!
April 25, 2015
Thank you I'm in love with my results
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April 24, 2015
Looks great!!
April 25, 2015
Thank you loving the results.
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April 24, 2015
Are you able to pick your son up? I have a 2 year old and I am planning my surgery soon.
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April 25, 2015
I'm having surgery this Thursday and I have a one and a half year old and I'm more nervous about not being able to carry him :( the doc told me two weeks
April 25, 2015
I don't pick my two year old much as it is. He is a very active boy so I make him walk everywhere. He is also potty trained so I don't lift him that much but I will say Give yourself 3 days of no lifting then you can do minor lifting. Like into the car, stroller, shopping cart…. Holding on your hips will hurt you since your sore so I wouldn't.
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April 25, 2015
You look great !
April 25, 2015
Thank you!
April 27, 2015
You look fantastic!! You'll have some setbacks here and there but it's all to be expected! Stay patient and positive. :)