43 Years Old, 3 Teenage Kids and Finally Ready to Say Goodbye to This Belly! - Philadelphia, PA

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It's been awhile! 6 months post op

  • 24 Aug 2016
  • 6 months post
Not much has changed over the past few months. I still have some numbness under by bellybutton and my scars are a little dark. My Doc said to wait until closer to a year and if they don't fade by then to come back for laser scar revision.

I was doing really well the 1st 3 months with diet and exercise and these last few months -not so much. Definately had my share of "party" foods and cocktails and enjoyed every minute of it. LOL! I am 3 lbs less today than I was pre-surgery but need to get back on track with toning and eating healthy. (I was 8 lbs less a few months ago).

Overall, I am still so so happy that I went through the Resident's Clinic at UPenn. Otherwise, I wouldn't be on here right now because it wouldn't have been done yet if ever! I couldn't have asked for better treatment or a better experience.

Posting a few pics today and will take some shots later on of my boobs (which I LOVE - glad I didn't get implants) and my TT scar. Hope all is well with you all :)

11 weeks already!!

  • 27 Apr 2016
  • 2 months post
Had to kill time earlier so tried on a few bathing suits. I've been wearing tankinis and one piece bathing suits (with a shirt over it) for last 20 years. I actually tried on some bikinis today. Didn't buy anything but it was fun. I am older and wasn't planning on wearing a bikini going into this. My goal was to be able to wear normal, form fitting clothes and regular bathing suits without feeling gross. Now I am actually considering something a little more ... exciting!!! Maybe a bikini top with swim shorts to start. I am still not ready for more than that but adjusting to the new me has been a really great experience.

Girls Night Out!

  • 8 Apr 2016
  • 2 months post
Going out for Happy Hour(s) with my friends from work!

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Dr. Jonas Nelson
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  • 10 Nov 2015

I am really happy that I chose Dr. Jonas Nelson as my PS. He is very professional and friendly. He is realistic and I appreciate his honesty. My anatomy is a little strange and so far he has exceeded all of my expectations! Penn is very prestigious and has very high standards so I know he would not have been chosen as a Chief Resident without having the merit to back it up. I never doubted his skills and I am very confident that he was the right one for me . He is kind, smart, and very caring. He takes the time to answer all of my questions. He even called me the day after surgery to see how I was doing. We also communicate by text messaging which is really awesome. I have sent him pictures and he gives me reassurance. He gets back to me very quickly (even when I asked if I can have a glass of wine...haha). It's so great to have a relationship like that with your doctor. I know that he is there for me and it really puts me at ease. I highly recommend him. You will not be disappointed.