*** TT,BBL w/HIPS, back & inner thigh lipo- Dr. Jimerson**

HeLLO ALL!!! I am a new to realself (although I have been trolling for several years) my goal is to inspire others as they have inspired me- so I will try to be as thorough and detailed as possible :) Sorry for the long post -I wanted to wait until I knew for sure I was going thru with the procedure before I documented everything.

Background: I have had 5 C-sections back to back although I love my kids to death I HATE the damage it did to my stomach. For years I have struggled with losing weight and became very depressed until I found out about HCG. In 2010 I went from 200lbs down to 140 in a year- I was very happy, however, I lost my BUTT and I was stuck with loose skin and the c section flab got worse it hangs over my vagina--YUK. My husband is an ASS guy…all the way and I’m so embarrassed 2 not have one , I also have to constantly put powder under my stomach flab, all my self esteem issues affects intimacy, I HATE the beach and will find any excuse NOT to take my kids to anything where there’s water involved.

For years I have struggled with wanting a tummy and a Butt augmentation- but my BIGGEST fear is going to sleep and NOT waking up. I start crying thinking about leaving my kids without a mom. I then feel selfish, vein and self-absorbed. Why would I be willing 2 put myself in a situation where I may die? – then I start thinking- ((okay or maybe justifying)) it by saying I can technically die behind the wheel of a car-or on a plan-or anywhere for that matter.

After stalking this forum and reviewing many before and after’s and reading inspiring story’s I FINALLY got the guts to actually set up some consultations. We have settled on Dr. Andrew Jimerson.

Consultation: In April 2015, after meeting Dr. Jimerson. I could feel it “in my bones’ he was the only doctor I would actually allow to operate on me. My consultation was at 1 pm and I left the office after 4-UGHHH- let me just tell you I wasn't so pleasant when they finally called me in the back. However Dr. Jimerson came in the room- apologized and explained 2 staff members called out sick so they were understaffed that day. He also explained he normally didn't do “this part” but my coordinator was wrapping up with someone before me. He asked me many questions about how I came to the decision to actually elect the procedure, we talked about my kids, he talked about his wife etc- it honestly felt like I was talking to an old school friend or family member I hadn’t seen in a while. My husband was so engaged it was great. I explained everything I wanted (tummy tuck/butt augmentation) I explained I would do the Butt augmentation first and come back in 6months for a tummy tuck. Dr jimerson suggested I do them together 4better results and a cheaper rate and he also suggested I “add on hips”, inner thigh lipo, and bra area lipo. I explained I only have 14 days OFF work and I’m terrified about the recovery process (and I need to be discreet for work)-he understood my concerns and stated hundreds of his patients have recovered in this time and have been fine- but it’s ultimately my choice.

The quote I got was:

10300-But grafting –augmentation

1150-Add on hips (ha who know u could do this – I feel like a build a bear)

950-inner thigh

950-lipo bra roll

950-Upper back

5200-Tummy tuck

Total 19,500- lawd! I get put a down payment on a car n buy a couple red bottoms

Although I didn't put $ down,When I left the office I thought I would have that buyer’s remorse felling in my stomach –I didn’t and to my surprise my husband AKA MR CHEAP- was on board and very supportive-in fact he said he’s happy that I was finally going to get it done- we just had to work out the money part…….and the fact that there is a waiting list until 2016…

On June 02/2015 I called Sharondia (my coordinator) and asked if I paid ASAP when could I have surgery….after a couple of month of thinking I figured I should do it while the kids are out of school – I gave her some dates and she confirmed they would be available if I paid.

I actually decided to take Dr jimersons recommendation to do the tummy tuck and BBL together and besides why would I want to go thru this pain 2x plus hotel/ car rental/baby sitter/ time off work for my husband and I – ughhh

I paid 13,500-cash and I put 6000.00 on care credit

My surgery date is 7/22/2015 at 1pm—woohooo I’m getting nervous

Soooooo 2day I did my medical clearance (265.00 ooch) @ a local walk in clinic. My primary dr didn't have any availability ughh! It was more thorough then I anticipated and included xrays/urine samples/ blood work and a full physical from the dr. It makes me more comfortable because a lot of surgeons only request medical clearance on patients over 40.... And I'm in my twenties

I also booked my hotel- we are staying at the hyatt - I'm using points from my delta skymiles (4 days) ... so that's a blessing
Then we're staying at the Holiday Inn express for my final 4 days- using points with my chase Sapphire card. .. Another blessing!...I wanted to stay at the hyatt for the full 8 days but why spend money when I can stay for free. ... Make sense to me! - i still haven't decided if we will drive or fly in and I haven't bought the items on the list...omgg this is really happening and it's hard to work and stay focused and keep this all a secret.NO one knows other then my husband. ... The truth is I more people hate on me then genuinely care about me. oh well

Umm so if I agree will my surgery be FREE LOL