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Saying Goodbye to my Belly in Sunny - Florida

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I am 39 years old, 5'1" and 110 lbs. I...

mom23monkeys
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I am 39 years old, 5'1" and 110 lbs. I have 3 wonderful kids, ages 9,7 and 5. After having them, I was left with lots of loose skin and stretch marks. I am scheduled for an Extended Tummy Tuck with lipo to my flanks on August 24th. I can't wait!

For years I have worked out and dieted to try to get rid of my belly. And after seeing NO improvement, I finally have realized that it is what it is. I had a BA last year and decided that if I couldn't get my belly to look any better, that I would schedule my TT. And so I did. I am confident in my decision and my PS and cannot wait!

I almost feel like it isn't possible to get rid of my belly. I almost feel like that even though I'll be better, that I'll still have this belly. I guess since I've had it for so long, that it just seems weird to me that it potentially could be super flat. LOL! Well, no matter what happens, I know it will look better than it does now.

August 24th...here I come!

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Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC

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July 8, 2011
You have a very similar shape to mine before my TT. I had the same hang when I bent down. You have a beautiful figure, you are going to be so happy with your results!! I am 3 months post op & very happy! Good luck & keep us posted!
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July 10, 2011
You are going to look amazing after your surgery :)
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July 17, 2011
Hi there, you also have a similar shape to me before my TT. I am sure you are going to be thrilled with your results. There is not much there to be rid of so I am sure you will recover quickly. Best of luck and keep us posted. I am 5 days post op and I have no regrets, it isn't a walk in the park but if you keep positive and listen to your doctor, recovery should be manageable :)
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8 days pre

I had my pre-op appt this past Friday. How...

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I had my pre-op appt this past Friday. How exciting! I seriously could not stop smiling after it. I am so excited right now. I got my prescriptions for my meds and I plan on getting those filled today. I pretty much have all my supplies, but need to buy some maxi pads and bed bads and then I'll be set. I purchased some scar cream and silicone sheets the other day and should be coming in the mail soon. I made a batch of chicken stock (no sodium) last night to use after my sx. So right now I'm just planning out my meals and getting stuff done around the house. I couldn't be more excited right now! One more week and I'll be saying goodbye to my belly rolls. Woo hoo!

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August 21, 2011
Who is your plastic surgeon?
August 21, 2016
Dr. Peter Bridge
August 21, 2016
OOpps!!..please disregard my previous comment. Thanks
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I had some problems posting a few days ago so will...

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I had some problems posting a few days ago so will start with my post from then.


8/20 - Only a few more days...I cannot wait. Today I treated myself to pizza for dinner and I ate 3 slices (large slices)!!! I loved very second. I drank over a gallon of water today. So I'm treating myself to my last soda for awhile. Tomorrow I start my fruit and veggie detox. Will do that until my surgery. Loaded up on lots of yummy fruits and veggies at the grocery store and I feel totally ready. Hubby asked if I was nervous today. I said no. I feel totally at peace and completely at ease. If anything I'm super excited! It's all I can think of! All I need to do is make some quinoa and lentils for a quick side dish/salad. Also need to make some cabbage soup and lastly going to make some shredded pork for hubby and the kids for later in the week. Then I'll really be all done. :-)

Now for today....8/24. Today is my day. I will be leaving for the drs office in a couple hrs. I'm very excited! I cannot wait. Bye bye belly! The last few days I've spent getting the house ready, clothes washed, groceries bought, food made, prescriptions filled, etc. It's been tiring! I've slept great the past couple nights...which is probably a good thing since who knows how I'll be sleeping after sx. Well...time to get myself showered. See ya on the flip flat side!

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August 24, 2011
good luck today!!!!