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Tummy Tuck 4 Me, Transformation 4 My Husband, Too (new pics) - Phoenix, AZ

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I am a 48 year old with three kids (big kids) I...

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PlantStrongMomJune 28, 2012
WORTH IT$10,000

I am a 48 year old with three kids (big kids) I breastfed for a total of 10 years (think Attachment Parenting). I weigh approx. 138 and I am 5'6". My weight has fluctuated between 160 and 120 for the past 20 years. I work out almost daily. I walk, lift weights, do Pilates and Bikram Yoga (1.5 hrs at 105 degrees 40% humidity). In Jan/Feb I did 61 days of Bikram.

As my weight has stabilized and I've shaped up in other areas I am more bothered by my protruding stomach and low hanging pancake breasts.

The long and short of it is that all the AB work in the world will not give me flat abs or shrink the hanging tummy
skin. I can do pec exercises until I am blue in the face but my sagging breasts.

I am hoping to make my decision whether to schedule my surgery or accept myself as I am by this coming Monday. I would really appreciate any words of wisdom or advice you ladies can offer.

Thanks in advance for your help!

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Patti A. Flint, MD

Patti A. Flint, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Ana313
June 30, 2012
Hi PSM :). I had my TT and breast reduction 14 wks ago. I'm 46 yrs old. Get your body back!! It is the most incredible feeling to look in the mirror and see the body from 25 years ago!! Sounds like you have worked hard to stay fit. You just need that finishing touch. I say do it before more years pass you by. For me it was the best decision and I'm thrilled with the results :)!
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PlantStrongMom
July 1, 2012
Thank you, Ana 13! How was your recovery?
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Ana313
July 1, 2012
I had no complications at all. My incisions never split or opened, no infections, no seromas and hardly any bruising. The first wk was rough. I went back to work in 10 days. Could have used another wk to heal but it was bearable. I was able to do my full 40 hrs at least. This is a long healing process and I'm still not 100%. But soooo worth it!!!
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I've decided against a breast lift or mastopexy...

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PlantStrongMomAugust 4, 2012
I've decided against a breast lift or mastopexy for now but did schedule my tummy tuck for 7:30 am on September 28, 2012. No nerves at this point but I'm sure they're coming and I'd appreciate any support you ladies can offer.

For a long time I thought that if I lost enough weight or worked my abs enough eventually my stomach would get flat again. Then I saw a few episodes of Dr. 90210 and saw women who had tummies like mine. I also found this site and realized my stomach wasn't going anywhere without surgery. Da-- that Dr. 90210 show!! I really was in a state of blissful ignorance before watching it.

Photos I've attached are of me at 130 pounds (I'm 5'6"). The skin on my stomach sags and my profile is still poofy despite much exercise. I can feel the diastasis. After surgery I hope my stomach will match the rest of my body and that a stronger core will make the exercise I do easier.

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Did anyone watch OWN this morning? There was a...

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PlantStrongMomAugust 12, 2012
Did anyone watch OWN this morning? There was a show on about the power of prayer in improving medical outcomes. Is there a prayer group on RealSelf? If not, does anyone want to start and participate in one with me?

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