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Hi girls, I am 35 years old, have two...
MedicgirlJune 17, 2014
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Hi girls,
I am 35 years old, have two beautiful kids, ages 6 and almost 3. I'm also married to a great man (9 years!). I have decided to take the plunge and get a mommy makeover. I'm getting a tummy tuck (yay!), lipo of muffin top (double yay,) and 375cc high profile silicone implants (this is where I'm nervous). I am booked for July 15. So far I've been super excited but of course I had to go and keep reading reviews of implants and now I'm a little scared. I have read all these reviews from women saying how they wished that they never got them, they are blaming the implants for all their health problems and I am terrified of getting capsular contracture. I have also been thinking a lot about how much this may actually end up costing my family if there are complications, especially if more surgery is needed. I live in Canada but I'm not sure if corrective surgery is covered or if I would have to pay out of pocket again. On the other hand, I'm a 36 A , a solid A cup, as my surgeon put it, and would love to feel sexy again, to fill out tops properly and to just be comfortable in my own skin. Did any of you have these mixed emotions? What are your plans financially if something goes wrong and you need more surgery? I really do love my surgeon. I left the apt feeling better about my body than when I went in. I was thinking of getting lipo on my thighs too but he told me that I didn't need it. He told me that I have an athletic build and good, strong hips (bless his heart!). I sent an email to the centre outlining my fears but haven't heard back yet. So happy to be here and I have enjoyed reading about the experiences you girls have had.
I am 35 years old, have two beautiful kids, ages 6 and almost 3. I'm also married to a great man (9 years!). I have decided to take the plunge and get a mommy makeover. I'm getting a tummy tuck (yay!), lipo of muffin top (double yay,) and 375cc high profile silicone implants (this is where I'm nervous). I am booked for July 15. So far I've been super excited but of course I had to go and keep reading reviews of implants and now I'm a little scared. I have read all these reviews from women saying how they wished that they never got them, they are blaming the implants for all their health problems and I am terrified of getting capsular contracture. I have also been thinking a lot about how much this may actually end up costing my family if there are complications, especially if more surgery is needed. I live in Canada but I'm not sure if corrective surgery is covered or if I would have to pay out of pocket again. On the other hand, I'm a 36 A , a solid A cup, as my surgeon put it, and would love to feel sexy again, to fill out tops properly and to just be comfortable in my own skin. Did any of you have these mixed emotions? What are your plans financially if something goes wrong and you need more surgery? I really do love my surgeon. I left the apt feeling better about my body than when I went in. I was thinking of getting lipo on my thighs too but he told me that I didn't need it. He told me that I have an athletic build and good, strong hips (bless his heart!). I sent an email to the centre outlining my fears but haven't heard back yet. So happy to be here and I have enjoyed reading about the experiences you girls have had.
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UPDATED FROM Medicgirl
27 days pre
pics (UGH!)
MedicgirlJune 17, 2014
Okay girls....here are some ugly pics! I hope to never see myself looking like this for much longer or ever again!
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June 17, 2014
Hi Medicgirl :) Congrats on making the decision to take the plunge! I had all the same worries... I think we all do. I had a girlfriend that did the whole she-bang... lower body lift, breast lift, thigh lift, arm lift (major weight loss) and her surgeon did all her revisions included in her original price. Talk to your surgeon and ask what the his procedure is for unforeseen things post op. My surgeon was kind of vague on it, but made me feel that if it were small things that he would fix them no problem. We're both in Canada as well. Be prepared for a week of pretty intense recovery, have help for that week... you'll need it! After that, be patient with your results. Things you might see as problems in the beginning may sort themselves out as you recover and heal. Good luck :) I'll be watching for your updates!
June 17, 2014
I second this great response! I'm 21 days PO and I'm slow to recover...and what I classify as a whimp...I've needed help much longer than a week. 2 solid weeks for me and I'm still dependent on husband for some things. I overdid it Saturday and I'm still paying for it. It's been worth it for me so far! Just remember to let others take care of you and don't go overboard, even if you feel good that day! It's a long process!
June 18, 2014
Thank you for starting your story on RealSelf! I'm glad you're being thoughtful about the implants. I do like women to know they are not forever devices. You are young and if you get them, you will very likely have to replace or remove them at some point in the next 40 years. So do keep that in mind. They do an awesome job of making breasts look good and most women don't have problems. I tend to run a little toward the auto-immune side of things (have low grade sjogrens) and for that reason would never get implants, I know I'd be one of those people whose body tries to reject them. But the vast majority of women don't have issues.
Please keep us posted on your journey! Less than a month to go!
Please keep us posted on your journey! Less than a month to go!
June 18, 2014
I love this community! Excited for your transformation! Not ugly pics! Your a beautiful natural woman doing something to better something that isn't changed by exercise...not ugly, just human :) best wishes and remember to take it one day at a time! Lots of help first two/three weeks is essential! Take it easy, sit back and let others take car a of you :)
June 18, 2014
I had tons of reservations...but knew that I hated being naked more than I hated the thought of complications. Be sure you have a highly qualified surgeon, get all of your cost questions answered up front...then have faith! You never know how your body will respond. I had a hard time with labor and delivery and don't handle pain well...and it's showing thru with my TT, BA, and lipo...I hurt and it's taking me longer to heal than most...but I expected it going in. And I'm also expecting a 6 pack set of abs by next summer ;) life's all about trade offs...just have to be sure its all worth it to you. It's costly, emotional, and painful....To be very straightforward. Preparation helps...mentally and physically
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26 days pre
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MedicgirlJune 18, 2014
Hello again!
I got an awesome response from my surgeon. His capsular contraction rate is 1% and the implants Im getting are listed at 4% for complications. I still know there are risks but feel so much better. I also found out that OHIP (medical coverage here in Canada) currently covers capsulectomy if needed. I can relax a little bit now. I received my prescriptions today. I'm glad I won't have to worry about getting them after surgery. I plan on getting them filled next week. I was wondering if you guys know anyone who has continued to lose weight after a tummy tuck. I have seen the girl on you tube who lost like 25 pounds after and still looks great. Any others? Im getting excited! Im going to Jamaica in October and am hipibg to debut a bikini. I hope my swelling has gone down by then and that my breasts will have settled. The trip is about three months after surgery. What do you guys think?
I got an awesome response from my surgeon. His capsular contraction rate is 1% and the implants Im getting are listed at 4% for complications. I still know there are risks but feel so much better. I also found out that OHIP (medical coverage here in Canada) currently covers capsulectomy if needed. I can relax a little bit now. I received my prescriptions today. I'm glad I won't have to worry about getting them after surgery. I plan on getting them filled next week. I was wondering if you guys know anyone who has continued to lose weight after a tummy tuck. I have seen the girl on you tube who lost like 25 pounds after and still looks great. Any others? Im getting excited! Im going to Jamaica in October and am hipibg to debut a bikini. I hope my swelling has gone down by then and that my breasts will have settled. The trip is about three months after surgery. What do you guys think?
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