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Tummy Tuck & MR Dec 5/13. New Brunswick, Canada

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I'm soooo excited about my upcoming TT surgery it...

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Lisalicious
WORTH IT$7,550
I'm soooo excited about my upcoming TT surgery it almost consumes me at times. I'm 44, mother of 4, 5'9" tall, 149 pounds. I've lost 34 pounds since last year and about 6 months ago I decided to take the plunge. I booked 2 consults with a reputable PS. One for tummy and one for breast. I was more concerned about my breast being done but I'm so glad I'm getting the TT first. I've been working out a lot and my stomach roll is almost unbearable at times. I seemed to have lost everywhere but there. My TT is scheduled for 12/5 and I have a breast consult on 11/18. Does anyone know how long I should wait between surgeries?

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October 22, 2013
Hi there. I've seen ladies on realself that have has both procedures done together. Is it the doctors preference to do them separately?? I'm also scheduled for 12/5
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October 22, 2013
I've checked out your profile a few days ago :)) My doc won't do them together. He said it has a lot to do with how long your under anesthetic. After 4 hours there's more chance of complications. The other PS' in the area won't do them together either. I was really hoping for a one time recovery but I trust his judgement. Have you told many people? The few I did tell are all critical. It's depressing. I've got all this excitement bottled up and no one wants to hear about it,lol. I mostly get comments about the money- even hubby. But when I put my mind to something there's no stopping me ;))
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October 22, 2013
I totally understand that. And it's about being safe. I have only told a few people. They are critical also. Telling me that I don't need to do it. My husband is getting better but at times he still mentions the dangers and how he loves me as I am. I appreciate that and love him for it but I'm not all that happy. Luckily we have each other for support and were on the same journey so we understand all the ups and downs. I've made up my mind to and I'm ready. I pray about it all the time!
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October 22, 2013
@ExTheflab : we can go through this journey together :))
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October 22, 2013
Good for you for having made this decision for yourself! I'm just over a month post op and have absolutely NO regrets so far! Just wish I would have done it MUCH sooner! You're about my size and I'm sure you'll have great results!! I have decided to keep my TT a secret as most people are too judgemental and critical about cosmetic surgery. I did it for ME and I'm very, very happy that I did it!!
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October 22, 2013
@ Blubberbelly no more: Your scar looks AMAZING! Did they give you a new BB? I'm not getting any lipo as he said I dont need it. U look great :)
October 22, 2013
You are going to look great !!!
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October 22, 2013
@myriam: thank you. I'm constantly squishing up my fat to see what I will look like, lol.
October 22, 2013
Ohhh believe me I know what your going threw. I too do the same thing :) I am planning on getting my TT in Febuary of 2014. However I am very quite about it because I was suppose to get it done this august but because of a serious family matter I had to cancel. Now I am just waiting, anxiously wanting this surgery. WE ALL deserve it :)
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October 22, 2013
@myriam: must be sooo hard to wait an extra 6 months. I really can't imagine. I seen the PS on Sept 9th and I bugged the office to give me a date in Dec. she was thinking January. It seems like forever away but I'm using this time to research and connect with others as well as getting my house and Christmas shopping in order. I figure it gives me extra exercise time too. I will really miss the exercise more than anything else.
October 22, 2013
Congrats on your upcoming surgery, your going to look fab
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October 22, 2013
@luv2bmommy: thanks :). I checked out your profile and you're as excited as I am! :))
October 22, 2013
Over the moon excited! Lol
UPDATED FROM Lisalicious
2 months pre

Told my boss today

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I told my boss today about the TT. She was very supportive. I was worried about one of my co workers finding out and being super negative. After a good talk she suggested I may want to tell her but be upfront about not wanting people to know b/c of negativity and that it's my decision and I'm excited. My boss figured if she's " in on the secret" she may be better. Plus if anyone was to start a rumour why I was out it would be her. So tomorrow I will tell her and cross my fingers. Told her yesterday I was going to take the kids to Disney next year and she yapped on that I must have win the lotto and never told them. Grrrr. I've read too many stories on here where people are afraid to tell and it's just not right. Here we are excited like jumping beans and feel we can't express it due to the haters ( lol ). I have told a handful if people and most all are so wrapped up in the money part if it. I work for it... Geesh ...

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October 23, 2013
Oh we have similar tummies! Let's hope they're both gone soon. Lol
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October 25, 2013
Congratulations on your upcoming surgeries, I has a lower body lift, and had to wait 3 months for my second round which was breast lift and augmentation and arm lift. I am sure you will have awesome results!
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October 25, 2013
Don't you just love how people inject themselves into our pockets, like they NEED to understand how we payed for our procedure? I actually told my fam that the BR was insurance covered and tuck was a cheap add-on. What I should have said was only check writers get to know the details. Now I've been responding that we all find a way to pay for the things that are truly important to us. When my aunt didn't accept that as an answer, I told her it was cheaper than the new car in her driveway. Shut her up pretty quick.
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October 26, 2013
Lol. I get the negative even when I start out by saying how excited I am and that everyone is focused on the money. I like your come backs, lol.
UPDATED FROM Lisalicious
2 months pre

Would love to see TT pics of a tummy like mine!

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I'm consumed with my TT. Seriously. My sister thinks I'm going to get addicted to PS. The fact that I hate the thought of looking older makes her argument more valid, lol. If only I was a rich girl...
Thought I'd post a more attractive pic of my belly. Would love to see other belies that look like mine.

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October 26, 2013
I am happy to see your review. We have similar builds, I think. My stomach looks pretty good from straight on, but turn to the side and let it all hang out.....or bend over....and you can see the extra skin I have. Even though I am 5 ft 5 in. and 125 pounds. I didn't try to take an attractive pic....really wanted to show the extra skin. Although the straight on pic. isn't bad. Good luck to you! I have 10 days left!!!!
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October 26, 2013
You have more ab muscles, lol. Only 10 more days for you. Can't wait to see u on the flat side :))
October 26, 2013
Oh, I can see your abs already........I think you are gonna look awesome!!!
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October 27, 2013
Thank you ... I'm hoping to see nice abs after this ;))
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October 27, 2013
Haha, are you hyper like me?! You had a really nice figure, you will be TROUBLE once you get your tuck! I told two of my closest co workers and never anyone else but I am PRETTY sure they figured it out...they just didn't say anything. LMAO. I think they all knew though..hello, was working with them for three years....LOLL. Anyhoo - congrats and welcome and lots of success on your new journey.
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October 27, 2013
You should have seen me in the consult! I was talking a mike a minute .... When it came to getting undressed he said " you can just pull your skirt down ... " I said " what about my pantyhose?" He said " you can prob just pull those down too" I blurted out" I don't mind getting naked!" Lol. So I bared all to my hot pink panties. This is coming from a girl who insisted the lights be off, hahahaa. A little weight loss and a few birthdays do wonders. Thanks for the well wishes ;)
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October 28, 2013
You don't have much to remove and I'm sure you will look amazing when it's all done :-) Looking forward to following your journey.
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October 30, 2013
OMG!  Your results are going to be amazing, cuz your starting with a great body, just loose skin!
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October 30, 2013
@ Busybe & great2bme: you're me new best friends! Lol. Thanks bunches :))