Mommy Makeover in Sacramento

I am a 39 year old mother of two sons 16 and 12. They were both over 9 lbs and the second was an emergency c-section. This year I lost 50 pounds and decided if I get fifty pounds off I would get a mommy makeover. I am 5'3" and weigh 130. Carrying two heavy boys took a toll on my body and I have decided on a full tummy tuck, breast life (binelli) with silicone implants and lipo of my outer thighs.

I had several consults and talked to many people about thier experiences. I decided on Dr. Gary Smith in Roseville because I felt the most comfortable with him and his office staff. Also, he includes in our contract a one year guarantee for revisions if I am unpleased. I like that peace of mind. A friend of mine has gone to him and she is very particular. She had two revisions afterwards for very minor nit-picky things and he was happy to oblige, without cost to her. I have been reading many peoples experiences on here and it has really helped me with my decision. I am taking four weeks off from work because I am a labor and delivery nurse and work 12 hour shifts, on my feet the entire day. I had my pre op appointment this week and paid in full! It is getting so close and I am getting a bit nervous.

My doctor asked me to have a mammogram (my first) before since I was close to 40. I'm glad he did, they found two nodules, one was biopsied and it came back benign. I am getting the second one biopsied this week, but the radiologist is 99% sure it is the same fibrous tissue as the first. I have wanted a mommy makeover for about 10 years now and I am glad that I set my mind to getting it done. In order to pay for it, I have been working extra shifts for the last six months and saved every dime. It was not easy, but the hard work is about to pay off....

Less than a week away! I am very nervous and excited. I should not have watched any surgical videos on youtube. I don't recommend it. I spent the day cleaning the house and packing the freezer with pre-made meals. I know I should be doing more to prepare for surgery, just not sure what. Any suggestions?

Two days away! I am lucky and got called off of work today so I spent the day getting ready for surgery. I've cleaned the house, make 30 dinners-put them in the freezer (I LOVE pinterest.) I bought items on the checklist (thanks for the checklist realself!) put together bedside baskets for after surgery. I also organized closets, did all the laundry and hung clothes. I feel like I'm ready. Just need a mani-pedi and I'm all set! I also made chore lists for the kids, menu lists for the family. They shouldn't need anything from me for at least an hour! :) Luckily I have a very supportive husband and four children who are old enough to be helpful (somewhat.) Whew, I'm glad I will have some time off work, I need the rest from all the preparations. I am finding that it is very difficult to sleep at night. I can't figure out if it is nerves or excitement. I took before pics today which I will post today if I'm not too embarrassed. The doctor is planning to give me pain meds when I leave but I think I might need some anti-nausea medications. Also, I read from someone that taking valium helped the pain medications work better. (???) Does anyone have any thoughts about that? I am going to call the office tomorrow for a prescription for the anti-nausea medication. Can't wait. Can't seem to slow down, I'm so excited. Has anyone received a list of foods not to eat before surgery? A friend of mine had her MM a few months ago and said she received a list of foods not to eat, like strawberries that contain salicylates.