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Two Amazing Grown Boys...Counting my blessings - Tualatin, OR

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First I would like to say to all the beautiful...

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Apple317
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First I would like to say to all the beautiful women out there you are already beautiful and worthy. never let anyone make you feel bad for restoring your body. you can restore an old car and everybody thinks that's super cool but restore an old body and everybody has an opinion. it is our time for you and I to do for ourselves and to be comfortable in our own skin never let anybody make you feel bad for this. okay so I had my second consultation with my PS yesterday and I am more excited now than ever his office is warm clean and inviting and I never have to wait more than 5 10 minutes for my appointments I am already recommending him this office is amazing. He makes me feel comfortable showing him my saggy belly and tiny boobs, .. (oh and did I mention he is incredibly handsome professional and very confident and I love that.) Iam having a modified corset TT and a BA all in the same day. Here are some before pics. Thanks in advance for any feedback.. . Love, hugs and prayers to all of you!! I will post more pics later.

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Aaron D. Gorin, MD, FACS

Aaron D. Gorin, MD, FACS

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December 18, 2014
Welcome to the RS family. Well, I can tell by your incision drawings that you're just gonna look AWESOME! :) Good luck on your journey!
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December 19, 2014
Oh My GOSH thank you so much..I have wanted this for 27 years now!! Thank you so much for responding... really "pumps me up" for what I'm about to go through. I will check out your profile as well.
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December 18, 2014
Love what you wrote here. Can't wait to see your results. Best wishes for a problem free recovery! Keep us updated. :-)
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December 19, 2014
OH thank you SOOOOO much for responding..this really helps me..I cant WAIT to post after pics! My PS is amazing and so confident I LOVE IT! Have you had a TT and BA already?? Im going to look at your profile as well! :o) Again thank you so much and I will definitely keep everyone posted...LOVE LOVE LOVE this sight...so real !! and all this support..wooohooooo that is what we need !!!! Love and hugs!
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December 19, 2014
I believe you visited my profile this afternoon :-) that's why I came to check out yours.
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December 19, 2014
Oh ya ..lol..I see that now..lol...NICE!
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December 19, 2014
OH sorry for the grammar errors..was on my phone and could only use voice recognition, and when I went in to correct all the punctuation marks ..it kept shooting me off of the sight...(what the...????? ANYway) ..so that's why there are so many run-on sentences...I swear I'm smarter then a 6 grader......(or not according to the show...lmao)
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December 19, 2014
hi Apple, and welcome. I agree with you 100% I dreamed of this for years (my eldest is 26 1/2 ) I remember vaguely what it was like to like my body but I was only 20 when I fell pregnant so the memory is blurry. ;0) I can honestly say at nearly 3 weeks PO that it is absolutely worth it. Since I'm an old girl (48) I made sure along the way to follow every single instruction I was given. I did not want complications. I must say giving up sodium is harder than giving up alcohol. Lol I travelled to have my surgery and as I write this I'm sitting in an airport waiting to go home. It will be good to get back to routine. I have only put up a few pics but when I get home I'll get my daughter to take some new ones. Look forward to your journey. Stay positive I truly think that's half the battle. Take care. X
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December 19, 2014
I am overwhelmed with gratitude from all these amazing responses and thank you so much for yours I swear it brings tears to my eyes thank you so much! I have wanted this for 27 years and I am so grateful for the blessing that I'm actually going to get to do it. I cannot wait to see your after pictures I'm going to go on your profile and look at your before now. Again I cannot thank you enough for responding this makes me so happy and I will stay positive. This site has helped me tremendously to absorb what I'm in for I feel like that is going to help 100%. I will keep you posted and I will continue to post pictures as I lose a little more weight before surgery. God bless yo... loves and hugs
September 24, 2016
Great comment. Thanks
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December 19, 2014
WOOHOO!!! You're turn!!! You are going to stop traffic with that hot bod!!!! Congratulations on doing something awesome for you!
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December 19, 2014
This message just made me SO HAPPY.... THANK YOU.. . Talk about hypen ME UP! LOVE IT... OMG CAN'T WAIT
UPDATED FROM Apple317
1 month pre

YAY 8 weeks to go!!

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Apple317
I am exactly 8 weeks out till my big day. I am NOT scared or nervous at all! Just completely STOKED for it! I know its gonna be hard during recovery, but I AM IN!!! I feel like I need a lot more things though :o/ and I also need to loose AT LEAST another 15 to 20 lbs before...looks like I may be doubling my workouts for the next 7 weeks. I am still waiting on my lift chair..I PRAY I GET IT IN TIME....my cousin is getting me one from his friend that owns them, so I'm really praying I get one as I KNOW I will need one. Don't have any new pics yet but maybe I will post some IF I loose that extra 15-20 lbs before surgery day! LOVE AND HUGS TO ALL OF YOU!! Please feel free to leave me any advise on what I should have at home by now...... thank yo so so so MUCH!

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January 3, 2015
Couple of secrets ;) Go get some puppy pads for you car, bed, chair that you will be recovering in, that way if your incisions leak, you won't ruin anything. Puppy pads are way cheaper than the ones in the adult pad section and work just as well. The next thing is odd but Ive used it with several of my surgeries and its saved me a lot of pain: Go get you a $3 oil changing LONG funnel, that way you do not have to sit on the toilet to pee, just pop it between your legs and aim the funnel in the toilet. I KNOW this is strange but when you have your stomach done it hurts to sit as much as you will be using the bathroom if you drink all the water they recommend. Im excited for you and can't wait to hear all about your amazing results.
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January 4, 2015
OH THANK YOU cacm!! I WILL get those things and I LOOOOOOOOVE that you gave me cheap options!! LOVE IT! I think I like the idea of standing and peeing ...if I dont have to sit then that will be better...lol!! I just talked to my cousin today too and he confirmed his friend is going to lend me a lift chair! WOOOHOOO PRAISE GOD! Im so excited and can't wait to get it done! 8 weeks to go....yaya!! Please keep in touch with me.... I could really use your support since you have had several surgeries! If you think of ANYTHING ELSE please let me know! love and hugs!! BIG HUGS!!
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January 4, 2015
You are welcome and like the review said the recliner is going to be your friend for recovery. If you sleep in your bed you will be on your back and will need to put pillows under your knees because you cannot stretch out for 2-3 weeks. EAT PROTEIN! Start upping your protein at least 2 weeks before your surgery and then at least 2-4 weeks after your surery. Protein will help you heal! I'm happy you found my cheap suggestions helpful. I'll be following you! If you need anything feel free to private message me. You are going to look amazing!
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January 5, 2015
I don't know why but reading your message to me made me tear up with JOY! Telling me I'm going to look amazing just made me SO excited and emotional...(lol..I know Imma baby..lol) but THANK YO SO MUCH!! I guess I feel bad for spending this kind of money on myself when I have two boys and and a grand baby who ALWAYS need help. But if I am to ever live out MY dream of being a body builder again and competing, then I know its now...I'm 45, and will be turning 46 a week before surgery. I am SO happy you are going to follow me. I WILL be needing your support as I feel very alone in this sometimes. I can't thank you enough! I got my Scare Away that my PS told me to get and I asked for silicone strips for my birthday...hahahha!! However the best ones to buy are online and I'm not sure how long that will take to get mailed to me....?? Do you like the silicone strips?? And what ones have you used before...what else have you used for healing your incisions and for your scars? Again thank you love! Love and HUGS!
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January 5, 2015
You absolutely ARE NOT a baby! We as women never take care of ourselves. We take care of everyone else. We put ourselves last. So pat yourself on the back and be proud that you are taking care of you, you deserve this! WE ARE IMPORTANT TOO! My surgeon provides all of the scar cream, garments, etc. It's included in the price, which I am thankful. He provides a cream that is $70 a bottle! The silicone strips are expensive, so tell him, yes, you need those for your bday! Ive only used them once and they seemed to "roll" and it aggravated me! My surgeon gives me Silicone cream and it's amazing! I can get the name of it when I get home and tell you. I'm not sure if they sale it online or not. But would recommend a cream more than the actual strips. They are very costly and you don't get many in a box for the size of scars you will be treating. My doctor also provides laser treatments to the entire scar after it heals (Approx. 6 weeks). So when I say I have an amazing surgeon, I honestly do! Go for your goals and dreams, we only live one life so be sure you live yours! XOXO
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January 5, 2015
Oh thank you SO SO SO much ...I just love ya! I really needed to hear this and again I'm all teared up...lol! AND WOW you DO have an amazing PS!! I sure wish mine would provide all that but he does not! He does provide the compression garment.. not sure what else yet actually, but he hasn't said anything...?? You think he will tell me at my 3 week pre-op appt?? I hope so..lol! I wanted to get in asap so I could gather up all the rest of the things I need and budget my money.. as I do not have alot of it and things are SUPER tight right now...(again, that's another reason I feel bad about spending money on this..but still doing it!). But from what you have told me I think all I need left is to make sure I get the chair lift and a raised toilet seat and a funnel!! Oh yes, please tell me the name if the silicone cream he gave you and if it worked good for you, it should work for me as well! Again I'm so grateful for your kind words and support...means so much!
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January 5, 2015
It is tears of happiness and excitement! :) BioCorneum is the name of the silicone cream my doctor gives me for scar treatment.They normally don't tell you because it's just normal what they include with their surgeries. I personally would just say something like "do you offer laser treatments for the scar after it heals"? Then he can lead into yes at this cost or sure we do and will be happy to include that. I personally would not worry with a lifted toilet seat. If the chair lift was not free, I wouldnt spend my money for that either. You do have to move because that will allow you to heal. If you don't move you could set up a blood clot. The funnel will be sufficient. Oh and if your surgeon didnt tell you, you need Milk of Magnesia. The pain pill will cause ungodly constipation and you do not need to be straining with this kind of surgery! You could bust a stitch. So get some and be sure to take it every single day until you have a BM. You are very welcome! It is my pleasure. I think all women should treat themselves to something like this if their bodies need it. We really do deserve it! And if I can make someone else's surgery a little easier, then that makes me very happy!
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January 6, 2015
Well you certainly are helping me and making my surgery easier all ready! I will look to see where I can find BioCorneum silicone cream!! I just got an email from the appt coordinator at Dr. Gorin's office and my pre-op visit is Feb 4th...OH JOY!! LOL!! And yes, these are tears of happiness and excitement, but you have helped bring that out and that is PRICELESS!! THANK YOU SO MUCH CACM! I know its going to be here in the blink of a eye now, but I have been wanting this for 26 years and now its like the big count down to the DAY!!! uuuuuuuhhhh!!! I will get some Milk of Magnesia and some doggy pads...OH and straws! I do really hope my cousin comes through on the chair..I told him I would give him free haircuts if he did...LOL!! Oh, I wanted to ask you ...even though your silicone strips "rolled" did you still use them..they are reusable right?
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January 6, 2015
So glad I can help! Feb 4th-that is so close!! :) Please take the time to write down all your questions on a piece of paper to take with you. Nerves get the best of you and you will forget what you need to know. That's a great deal for you cousin! lol The silicone strips are reusable but they were really odd. They collect lint, etc and when I would reapply they would roll exactly in the same place as before. I would suggest you buy a small box to try them out before spending tons of money and hating them. I bought one box and didnt use the entire box because I was constantly unrolling them and adjusting them. But they may work perfectly for you.
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January 6, 2015
Oh ok..I will do that and do a "trial run" if you will with them. OH and I KNOW ..ITS SO CLOSE NOW! It's pretty much all I can think of right now...lol! I am crazy excited but I think my major concern is the incision that will be all the way down the center of my abdomen...UUUuuugh! But I know he will have to make that cut in order to get ALL that loose skin off! And as you can see I have stretch marks and want them gone too...so this is the best way to RID myself of them and WHY NOT TAKE THAT SCAR OVER ALL OF THE STRETCH MARK SCARS RIGHT!! LOL! I will make sure to write everything down and I was also going to give him "wish pics" of what I want my BB and BA to look like. Hopefully he will be able to get as much skin as possible...that is why I am trying to loose more weight even though everyone is "concerned" of my weight loss. I am usually a "thick" girl but am looking pretty thin right now...could be thinner but, people are used to me having a big but and boobs...which I have none of anymore...LOL!! Anyway how many surgeries have you had and what one was the hardest?? I want to get my arms and thighs done..OH and YOURS LOOK AMAZING!! WOW! Great results on you girl!! LOVE it!
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January 6, 2015
Thank you!! I have had arms 3 times due to a surgeon messed them up at one point and my new surgeon had to lipo them the then go back and remove the skin to get the HUGE scar that was left from the 1st surgeon. Had a TT, breast lift & implants, legs lipo'd and skin removed and the recent body lift. My only concern now is bra fat, so I'm not even going to think about that for about a year lol. As far as the hardest, they all have their own issues. Like arms, you can't fix your hair and that made me feel like crap for a long time. With the TT, people don't realize every single thing you do uses your core. Legs, you can't do ANYTHING without your legs. I will tell you the hardest recoveries were anything that I had lipo with. Lipo is extremely abrasive. And the absolute easiest by far has been breasts. That vertical scar will be nothing once it heals and turns white. And it will be no worse than a stretch mark. I think you are doing the right procedure after looking at your pictures, you will be so slim and tight! And I always lose 10 #s before a surgery, it just makes the results that much better! Just be sure you do not go too small on your implants. The #1 complain of women is they wished they would go bigger, so be sure of your sizing:) I originally wanted 375cc but my surgeon said it would not match my hips/body so I ended up with 475cc!
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January 6, 2015
OH THANK YOU FOR THAT! Ya I don't want to be unhappy with the "girls" that's for sure! I was going got 397cc's...maybe I should go bigger...??? I'll re-ask my PS at my appt. As far as the vertical scar...THANK YOU FOR THAT..I really needed to hear that! I know its gonna look CRAZY at first but I also believe that its a WAY better option then what I got now! lol! YES I'd like to loose at least 15 more lbs before surgery and add at least 5 more lbs in muscle or even more...but don't want to get bulky before surgery. I know that atrophy will set in..(uuuuugh) that will be the hard part for me as I lift 6 days a week. I LOVE to lift weights and was a bodybuilder years ago...trying to get back into it and compete at some point. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your messages...your the only one that I get on a reg. THANK YOU! I love that you are so experienced in all this too....I got you on my team and that is AWESOME!! LOL!!
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January 6, 2015
OH I have another question...how long to you "oooze" ? (ugh that sounds gross..but ya...) How many doggie pads should I get...like two packages? Or just one?
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January 6, 2015
Well it is true about the scar. You will think OMG how UGLY but just know it will not look that way-PROMISE! Just double check the size and you'll be fine. I'm 160-165 and 5'7" but Im curvy. Yes, it's killing me to not workout. I run and cycle and had just started a crossfit type class and it stinks to not be able to go. I am walking a little but the more I walk the more I swell, so Im not pushing that and will retry next week and see how my body reacts. You are so very welcome! I love this stuff, I've been trying to figure out what I can do for a career change in this field.
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January 6, 2015
That would be awesome. I am a licensed Esthetician and and full license cosmetologist and have been for 20 plus years. I also am now a certified ( CMA and AAMA) Medical Assistant and I work for a private family practice. I got into the medical field so I could pair my Esthetician's license with my MA certificate so I could progress into Esthetic Medicine. My goal is to open up my own little spa and offer laser treatments and botox along with everything else in a salon setting. (I'll be offering wine as well!...OH and your fave music day..lol wouldn't that be cool...Funky Fri, Sutltry Sat, Jazzy Sun etc.) Anyway, I have my first year clinical out of the way and am looking to start classes for botox injections and laser treatments. (Its really expensive and not sure how Imma pull this off, but I will!! ) I think I will be my happiest in this and NOT working for anyone anymore ya know!! SO GO FOR IT SWEETS!! YOU WILL BE AWESOME IN IT!
January 7, 2015
I wanna come to your spa Apple!!!! Sounds so fun and relaxing and you would be so good at relaxing ppl!
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January 8, 2015
Awe thanks MyThyme! So sweet! I would love to make people feel good about themselves all day long...what a GIFT that would be!! Love and hugs to YOU!
January 3, 2015
I had the same surgery that you will have and you will be so happy. Things I could not have done without are the toilet seat riser and recliner. I had bought so many other things and didn't use most of it. I still prob would have rather had things like the walker, female urinal etc and not used them than needed them and not had them. I had lots of foods like protein bars, yogurt, oatmeal, and so much more and never could stomach the thoughts of any of it. Lol. I normally love all of that stuff but just the thought of any of it made me sick. I craved cold Apple and grape juice, cold fruit to munch on like pineapple, grapes, oranges (halos to be specific,), popsicles galore and really anything cold and refreshing. I ate egg whites and toast and cottage cheese durng the day and plain things like grilled chicken for dinnertime. You will need calories to help you heal so don't worry about restricting right now. Just try to stick to healthy proteins and most of all LOW SODIUM foods. Drink plenty of fluids and make yourself rest. It's a balancing act between resting and knowing when to push a little after a few weeks to start building stamina and strength but ALWAYS listen to your body. I don't have any pics to show you but I can tell you, you will push through the recovery and be soooo happy. I had a complication and am still dealing with a wound healing issue at 7 weeks post but I had a lot more weight and skin for him to take off of my belly than you do and I also had smoking in my past so thought that I might have a problem where the incisions come together and was right. I am healing and can tell you I would go through this again in a heartbeat!!!!! I am blessed to have a magnificent surgeon who is with me every step of the way and that is priceless. He and his staff are all on my team and always there for me if I need them. You will do wonderfully well, I am sure. If you have any questions feel free to ask away. I will be following your journey and will be excited right along with you!
January 6, 2015
Oh and juice bars! Loved the strawberry juice bars. Lol
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January 6, 2015
Just one package will be sufficient. I didnt ooze at all with this body lift, but my TT I did, I had a place on my hip that kept leaking. You may not need them at all but I put one in my car for the ride home as to not ruin my seats and then one in my bed where I sleep and one in the living room. I'm sure you will have drains. Take a small maxi pad, peel the back of it off and fold it in half to stick together, then cut a slit on the short end in the middle and that fits perfectly over the drain opening. They leak!
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January 6, 2015
See Ive been thinking about getting my esthetician license!! Then getting certified in the injections. Also thought about the RN program. Thanks for the encouragement! My son is a senior in high school this year and will leave in August for college and it's finally my turn!! I love your ideas! My second job is I own my own catering business and I love being my own boss. And I make a lot more money that way too! I'm a single parent, so it helps! I'm just ready for a change and love this field of work with the spa's, surgeries, etc. My surgeon is also a spa, so he treats us to things during our recovery like the lasers, facials, endermologie, etc. LOVE IT!
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January 6, 2015
Wow I wish I had all of that at my PS..maybe I do ..I just haven't asked..lol! YOU know I will next visit! My second job is doing the hair and makeup for bodybuilding competitions. That is SO much fun and I make about a 150 an hour. not too bad, but it sucks when there are no shows..very far and few between since I cannot travel due to my FIRST job..lol! Anyway, ya I say GO FOR IT LOVE! My son will be off to college as well. He was going to Linfield but had 9 offers for football and U of O was one of them..but now he wants to walk on with OS. GO BEAVERS...(our entire family are duck fans...uuugh...lol!!) I am and always have been a single mom... I cherish every moment with my boys and we three are very tight! It's not easy and if I hadn't done the mom thing I would've done some surgeries a while ago..lol! OH and I went on my lunch break and got some doggie pads (one package) and some straws..now I just need my funnel! lol. OH and thank you for the tip on the drain tubes/maxie pads...sounds perfect! Wow you really do know what your talking about!! NICE! LOVE IT!
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January 7, 2015
Yes, ask! lol That is an awesome 2nd job! I love hair and makeup!!! You and I have such similar stories! I love it! Must be why we connected:) Being a single mother is priceless, hard but priceless. My son has been offered numerous baseball scholarships and recently has decided he doesnt want to play in college. It broke my heart but I've had to swallow it and try to understand. hahaha, you are so funny, I have just had enough surgeries that I really have experienced it and know the in's/out's and tips/secrets ;)
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January 7, 2015
OH..lol..yes I totally understand about "swallowing my own disappointment" in my sons decisions..uuuuugh..PLUS the fact that he was a 3.57 GPA or better all the way through high school and some of his friends that didn't do well at all in school and WAS NOT an elite athlete STILL got to go to college of their choice with no worries ONLY because they came from money! THAT ONE IS THE HARDEST FOR ME TO SWALLOW EVEN NOW~! But like you said I have to try to understand and just keep positive and roll with it..do our best . Our stories are so much alike! That is why we connected..I love it too girl! SO glad I have you to talk to and ask a TON of questions!! lol..your the best!!
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January 7, 2015
Anytime! Have a wonderful day!!!!
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January 7, 2015
You are going to look totally HOTTER than you are now!!! You have a great shape and beautiful muscle definition already. I look forward to seeing your results :))))))) Any idea what you're getting for implant size/profile, etc?
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January 7, 2015
OH thank you love!! (totally made me smile REALLY BIG right now..lol) I plan on going about a D or 397cc's or better. I was told to make sure I go big enough, because most women say they wish they went a little bigger so ..I plan on it! I will let you know more after my pre-op appt on the 4th of Feb!!! SO EXCITED I CAN HARDLY STAND IT! LOL!! thank you so much on the compliments ALREADY..feels really good..Love and hugs to you!!
UPDATED FROM Apple317
1 month pre

Pre-op appt scheduled Feb 4th

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Apple317
Hi everyone!! Praying everyone one of you are blessed abundantly!! Pre-op appt is set and I've lost a few extra lbs but not as much as I want all... Gotta kick up my workouts and quit being lazy with the boyfriend. (well I do get a workout with him.. But not the same... Lmao) Anyway here are some new Pre-op pics to NOT enjoy...! ! ! Love and hugs to all of you!! BE BLESSED

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January 8, 2015
Great shape = fabulous!!! Thank you, girl, the blessing are pouring in :))) Enjoy the workout with your man, it'll be a few weeks before you'll be able to partake in that again post op - or maybe not that long Ha!
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January 8, 2015
LOL!! oh ya ... I might as well get as many of "those" sessions in as I can for now huh...lmao!! OH and thank you so much, I appreciate the love on the pics...can't wait to show you the NEW ME later...I swear it can't come soon enough! I just LOVE all you wonderful women on here... ya'll make my day EVERYDAY I come on here..thank you SO MUCH for responding to my update...LOTS of love and hugs!!
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January 8, 2015
Yes, ENJOY WHILE YOU CAN! Both workouts will be off limits for a while:( After you heal, it's all worth it!
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January 8, 2015
I'm trynna get as many in as I can...LMAO!! Hence being absent at the gym..lol! The guys up front at my gym are like.."where ya been" ...I just smile and sign in...lol! How are you today cacm?
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January 8, 2015
Yes I think sex will be WAY BETTER once I'm more confident with my body...I'm so reserved because I'm so self conscious of my body issues...I pretty much wear something over my belly all the time...SO lame...Can't wait till I can do it FREELY without all that on my mind and trying to hide everything.... how nice will that be!
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January 8, 2015
Hey girl! I am doing well, I am fixing to leave to head over to see my surgeon, he will be changing the tape today, so I get to see my incision and how it's healing:) With my travel time, I'll check back in on here this evening and update my profile:)
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January 8, 2015
OH that's awesome...try to snap a pic when your tape comes off at your appt. WOO hooo ONE STEP CLOSER to healing love it! Hows your energy level love?
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January 9, 2015
I didn't get this message about taking the pic, I'm sorry. The surgeon was extremely happy with the incision, as I was too. So thin and already dried out. I probably will wear tape 4-6 weeks. As long as he will let me:) That stuff is miracle tape! He was also thrilled with me shape. This was the firsts time the nurses. doctors have seen me standing straight up and not baggy post op comfy cloths and when I walked in the all just starting saying, OMG, you look amazing, you are so thin! THey are in shock how I feel and look with only being 2 weeks 2 days out of surgery.I know Im not the average thin but I'm thin compared to the 304 pounds I was. So I am absolutely thrilled thus far. I'll go back in 2 weeks for another tape change. I wont lie, this week going back to work was tiring. Each day has gotten easier.But now that it's Thursday it's like Ive pushed past that peak. I basically come home from work and lay on the couch with my legs up for about an hour, then I can get up and make supper and shower. I am tired and I still cannot exercise like I want to but it is to protect the scar. I could go exercise now but if I pull on that scar it will widen because it's not healed.
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January 9, 2015
So don't risk it AT ALL by excising!! All that will come in time for sure!! I would just take it easy as possible. Is there no one to make supper for you...?? I'm so happy for your results and I cant wait to see it! Take your time though ..Im just super happy for you and elated you made it to the "flat side" as they say on here...lol! Cant WAIT till I'm on the "flat side" too! lol! Love and hugs sweets...praying for a speedy recovery for you!!
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January 9, 2015
I agree, just walking for now at a snails pace ;) It's just me and my son, he is 18 but he does winter workout till 7-8 pm and I am starved by then lol. So I do easier things and cook like 6 pieces of grilled chicken at one time so that Im basically reheating and then making some veggies. Loving the flat side! I'll try to post some pics tonight. XOXO You too will be thrilled!!!!
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January 9, 2015
Awe bless your heart!! Its just me and my son too..and my son will be having surgery on his right knee soon...(oh boy we are gonna be a pair...feel sorry for my sisters...lol!!) I think cooking in advance or having someone ELSE cook for you in advance would be good, than like you said, you only have to heat it up. Are you doing any protein shakes or anything? I got a HUGE thing of protein shake with a probiotic for after my surgery..that stuff cost me 100.00 bucks..uuugh! I think I will start drinking that BEFORE my surgery. I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOUR RESULTS SWEETS...POST THE PIC! LMAO!! JK..lol.. take your time hun! lol! I cant believe your already going to work...isn't that super hard??
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January 9, 2015
I precook a lot even before surgery, that is how I stay true to my good eating habits:) I am doing protein shakes/bars. Was actually at Sams Club last night and they were giving away premier protein bars and they are GREAT! Yes, start a week or 2 before your surgery to get that extra protein in, you will heal so much faster! $100-wow! Going back to work was hard but my doctor firmly believe 2 week off-period. Push yourself, within reason , since I have an office job. Going back to work has helped me to recover quicker than most, I believe:) I'll post as soon as I get home:)
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January 9, 2015
AWESOME! CANT WAIT TO SEE! And ok I will start a week or two BEFORE surgery. I'm not a fan of shakes of ANY kind, so this will be interesting. Have any tricks to make them yummy...maybe iced or crushed ice with them???? I know 100 bucks seemed pricey but I figured if its gonna help me with my BM's AND give me alot of protein then might as well get the good stuff! The Doctor I work for just asked me yesterday how long I will be in recover before I can come back to work...I told him 3 weeks no sooner. They are going to bring in an ex-tern to cover me while I'm out. (who knows, they may even hire her after me being gone so long..I don't have a SOLID foundation here. I also asked for a raise and did NOT get one.. and the girls here are so fake, (I can't stand that...thinking they are so much better then others) so I think whatever happens happens...still getting my surgery!! NO MATTER WHAT!!) I have my first yr clinical in and want to apply at Kaiser anyway..oops did I spell that right?? lol...... I'll be looking for you pic sweets!
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January 9, 2015
Yes, if your going to drink protein, then drink the good ones! I make mine and put it in the freezer for about 10 min. Or I blend with cocoa or peanut butter and a banana. Not necessary but changes things up. Are you taking a LOA? If you are, they can't touch you while you are out. By law you have 6 weeks. I hope they don't let you go, that will add to the stress of recovery. But I'm like you, once my mind is made up, there is no turning back. Once I decided I was having surgery, I was having it. Sometimes we need a little push......
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January 9, 2015
Yes I am going to take a LOA..I didnt know though that I had 6 weeks by law COOL! At the same time I refuse to stress about it as I'm not too happy here at my job anyway...lol! Even if I have to move out of my house I will find a CHEAPER PLACE so I can get my arms done and my thighs lifted...LOL! REAL TALK! I pay way too much rent for where I live anyway. I'm just gonna ride all this out...and like you said once my mind is made up about something (especially this) I'm just gonna JUMP no matter what...I've wanted this FOREVER and its time..I'm not getting any younger and don't want to "grow old gracefully" lol!! Thank you for seeing into the future on my recovery though, your so sweet..I know I will need a peaceful heart and a sound mind to recover quickly and without any problems, so I'm gonna do my best to shut out any negative thoughts or situations till I have the ability to work them out...till then, just gonna start praising my body and "program my mind" into thinking all good things regardless!! I'M SO EXCITED...CAN'T WAIT!!
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January 9, 2015
Let me say, that is the law for NC, check for your state.... I refuse to grow old gracefully too! I'll be sure to fight it every step of the way as long as I care too. So happy for you!!!!
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January 9, 2015
Ok Ya, I will check it out! AND RIGHT!! Forget growing old gracefully!! HAHAHAHAA!! NEVERRRRRRRRRR!!
January 9, 2015
With your shape already so nice, you are gonna die of happiness when you see your results!!!! I can't wait to see how excited you will be. Wooohoo! Time will be here before you know it!