POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck Reviews
If you are considering...DO IT!!!
ORIGINAL POST
Consult booked for September
nicunurse12August 14, 2019
WORTH IT$10,500
I am 33 years old, a nurse, and mother of three. I have contemplated a tummy tuck for at least 12-15 years since having my middle child. Despite weight loss, I have extra skin on my stomach that leaves me self-conscious and insecure. This year I followed the keto diet and have lost around 25lbs. Iam 5'5 and my current weight is 135. After extensive research, I have contacted Dr. Morea and Dr. Stoeckel in Raleigh for consults in September. I am looking into February 2020 for the actual procedure due to my schedule. We have recenty gotten a boat and we travel alot, I am sick of wearing a one piece. I want to feel confident but I can honestly say, I havent been able to wear a two piece since I was 17 years old when I had my first child. I am TERRIFIED of anesthesia and the pain after the procedure, but I am hoping all of my fears are set aside after my consults. I am hoping to help others contemplating the same thing and gain support in the RS world throgh my journey!
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August 16, 2019
Hi. I'm almost exactly the same, 31, 3 kids, 150lb and in the healthcare profession as well. contemplated this for so long, having mom guilt about the cost. We just got a boat too, and I just want to stop being self-conscious about my stomach. I booked mine for the 19th of September. I'll let you know how it goes
August 17, 2019
Wow too funny! Awesome! Please let me know how it goes! Where are you located?
August 26, 2019
I saw Dr Stoeckel for a consultation..he seemed great! I ended up scheduling with Dr Davis at Davis and Pyle. I’m 5’5” 132 and have 5 kids. I’m having a mini tummy tuck in December.
August 26, 2019
I actually chose Dr Davis and honestly it was just a feeling...I just felt like I would be in good hands. But truly I would have been completely comfortable with Dr Stoeckel too. I just had to make a decision haha
March 24, 2021
Ok I think I am finally reading the post/thread that was meant for me. Mom of 3, a nurse, terrified for same reasons you were and because of all we see and know...but lately feeling sick and tired of my c section shelf and the surrounding fluff. I’m super active and fit but would love help with the shelf and tire! Can’t wait to read through all of your posts and hopefully hear from some more nurses who have gone through with it!
March 25, 2021
Hi! Thanks so much for reading! I hope my post can help you make a well-informed decision! If I can answer any questions, please let me know!
UPDATED FROM nicunurse12
5 months pre
Consult 5 days away!
nicunurse12September 11, 2019
I have many feelings as I approach my consult. Am I being selfish? What if something happens to me? Would I rather have a scar than my loose skin? I have talked to others on this site and they say this is pretty normal. I know its “just” a consult, however, this is the furthest I have ever went besides the desire for tumm tuck. For me, I know this consult will result in a full decision of not if, but when I want to proceed. I love my new body in clothes after my weight loss, but under my clothes is a different story. I took pics today to remind me of why I need to do this. I will update again after my consults Monday!
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UPDATED FROM nicunurse12
5 months pre
Befores standing...
nicunurse12September 11, 2019
I think under that skin there may be a tiny person and waist.
Thank you for sharing your journey with the RealSelf community! Looking forward to reading how your consultation and procedure goes!