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It's Time for Me!! 52 Yrs Old with 3 Kids, 2 Grands and an Amazing Hubby! - Plainfield, IL
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Hello ladies!! I am 52 and have been married for...
WORTH IT$14,000
Hello ladies!! I am 52 and have been married for almost 35 years. I have 3 kids who are all married and I am the very proud grandma of 2 beautiful grandbabies! I have always carried weight on my short 5'1" frame but have since lost about 32 lbs. I have 22 more to go to reach my goal where I will happily be at 140, which is a weight at which I will be able to maintain. I will post my before pics as soon as I figure out how to do that! lol
I have been reading about your journeys on rs for about 2 months. I am planning my mm for August of this year and have already had my consultation with Dr Tripti Burt in Plainfield, Illinois. I had a consult with another ps but was not comfortable with her office staff and couldn't find any reviews on her work, which left me a little uncomfortable. I then researched this site and found some really good reviews on Dr Burt. I'm so glad I did!!! I love her and the results you ladies have posted on her work! She is very attentive and answered all my questions, most of them even before I asked.
I so appreciate all the reviews, tips, advice and pics that all you ladies have posted. The documenting of your experiences are invaluable to those of us who are just starting on our journeys! Please keep them coming! I love keeping up with all of you. I pray for blessings and good healing for us all:)
I have been reading about your journeys on rs for about 2 months. I am planning my mm for August of this year and have already had my consultation with Dr Tripti Burt in Plainfield, Illinois. I had a consult with another ps but was not comfortable with her office staff and couldn't find any reviews on her work, which left me a little uncomfortable. I then researched this site and found some really good reviews on Dr Burt. I'm so glad I did!!! I love her and the results you ladies have posted on her work! She is very attentive and answered all my questions, most of them even before I asked.
I so appreciate all the reviews, tips, advice and pics that all you ladies have posted. The documenting of your experiences are invaluable to those of us who are just starting on our journeys! Please keep them coming! I love keeping up with all of you. I pray for blessings and good healing for us all:)
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Replies (12)
May 3, 2014
Congrats on scheduling your surgery wish you the best!! Dr. Burt did my surgery...good luck!! What procedures are you getting done?
May 3, 2014
Thanks! I have kept up on your progress and I love your results! I'm having a tt, bl, ba and lipo of the flanks and bra roll. I am so ready to asked this fat girl skin, literally! Lol
May 7, 2014
Hi we are similar in size :). I too lost weight with diet and exercise. My highest wt. was 184. I was 142 day of sx. My goal weight is 130. I have about 5-6 lbs to go :). Honestly at 135 I am happy and would be satisfied at this weight. I will continue to follow your journey. Enjoy the pre op period, so many emotions!
May 7, 2014
Oh thanks so much jo!! I am so thankful for women like you who've shared their journey on this site. It's such a comfort to know so many have give through this before me! I'll keep you posted!
March 18, 2015
Hello thanks for sharing your journey, if you don't mind my asking, how long did it take you to move around on your own? Also in your pic's 3 & 4 can you tell me where to purchase these items at and what they are for. Thank you in advance.
May 21, 2015
I'll answer for ya (hope you don't mind, newlook - miss u TONS!!! and all the old gang...)... Bromelain tablets - I didn't really use. Still have almost a full bottle. They're pineapple derivs and help with swelling and bruising. I just ate fresh pineapple and figured that would be better. Bromelain and the back scratcher you can get at any drugstore. The back scratcher is bcz you can't reach your arms up after TT. Arnica pellets I DID like! You can get those on amazon. They also help with muscle cramping, bruising, swelling, etc. I called them my happy pills. Throat lozenges are so you don't cough when you have dry mouth from anesth or a tickle - you DON'T want to cough after a TT. Any kind of MOM type stuff to help with BMs, which usually doesn't happen til day 4 or 5. Support bra with zip front - you can get those at Walmart. Wipes are for the "poor man's wash" bcz you don't get to shower until about day 3 or 4. Gauze, tape, steri-strips, and Neosporin/Bacitracin are for open wounds when your stitches split or for your drain holes. hth... (newlook and I were surgery twinnies!) Good luck! :)
UPDATED FROM newlook2014
3 months pre
Well here goes!!!
So I'm going to be brave and post my before pics! yikes!!!! I cannot wait to get this extra fat/skin off and my "up where they're supposed to be" boobies"!
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May 8, 2014
So exciting! I cant wait to watch your journey and outer transformation. A new life journey to enjoy the 2nd half. Stay strong :)
May 8, 2014
Thanks Body! It was so scary to put those pics up but I think it was good for me to see what I never want to go back to! It has taken me a long time to get to this point and I am so excited to see where this second half of my life takes me. I have to say my hubby is very excited as well! ;) Thanks for the encouraging words! I so appreciate them more than you know!
May 8, 2014
I need to loose at least 35 pounds before I can get a breast augmentation, it's hard I have ever just started but I love white rice, and ice cream haha my daughter loves rice too that's the hard part is getting rid of rice that's all she likes and me too, and I am doubt full on how well diet actually works I also have a herniated disc and is hard for me to walk, totally socks, any suggestions?
May 8, 2014
Well maybe you should start small, as in only start changing one thing at a time. I know for me trying to change everything at one time was overwhelming! So I started cutting out breads and starchy foods. Then after I got used to that I cut out dairy, at least the fatty ones. Also having a friend going through the same thing really helps. Its always better to have someone who will help you stay strong in your journey. This site is awesome in that too! I hope this helps you a little. Stay strong and keep fighting the fight, its soooo worth it!! Good luck to you!
May 8, 2014
It does take some bravery to post our pics on here. You should be proud that you took that step because you will have something to compare the after pics to and help others who will learn from your journey. You are going to be the inspiration to do many. I look forward to following your progress.
May 9, 2014
Thanks so much sexyback! I so appreciate your encouraging words. It helps to know so many other
amazing women have gone through
this journey before me. I follow your
progress and it's such a help
knowing I can look back at your
progress and know I'm not alone! I
am so thankful for your tips and any suggestions you might have to help me along my journey. Blessings to you as you continue to heal! You look amazing btw!
UPDATED FROM newlook2014
3 months pre
Countdown!
So my actual surgery date is August 4th. I actually downloaded a countdown app for my phone. Only 82 days!!!! I cannot wait! So now starts the actual shopping for supplies I will need post op. I am a planner so I love that I have plenty of time to get my stockpile going. I also want to get down to 140 lbs and as of this morning I'm down another 2 lbs so I'm a happy camper about that! Only 21lbs left to go. My ps said it wasn't a problem if I didn't reach my goal but I really want to get to 140. That way if I gain a few because of not being able to work out, I won't be too worried. I hope all you ladies are healing well and to those who like me are still waiting, continue to prepare! Have a great week!
Here's a brief tutorial on uploading photos.
I'll be looking forward to your updates. :D