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After children, and losing 130 pounds I decided to get this surgery
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Could Not Be Happier
WORTH IT
I made the decision to get a tummy tuck after having three children, and losing 130 pounds on my own. My tummy had loose skin, and my abs had separated. Dr Gallegos so far exceeded my expectations, and has made my dream of having my pre-kids/pre-weight gain tummy back! The results are already beautiful just 7 weeks out. I chose Dr Gallegos because of his excellent reputation AND because I loved how low he made the incision. After reviewing pictures of several doctors close to me, I knew I would choose him because of incision placement. I wanted it as low as possible. As you can see in the photos, it is completely covered by the underwear. That’s exactly what I wanted!
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UPDATED FROM Powerful389320
3 months post
11 weeks post-op
Swelling continues to go down! The results are definitely better than I expected, and I am feeling very good! I have had to pace myself with exercise. My body will tell me when I am doing too much, and I will be sore and experience some transient swelling in the lower abdomen. Remaining very careful with lifting anything too heavy.
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September 19, 2020
Do you have before photos to see the difference? Having mine done in two weeks. Seeing the before and after photos help with my nerves
September 19, 2020
Hi there!! The doc took before photos, and I will have access to those at my next checkup! Will post the before shots after that. Good luck with yours! You will not regret it. It’s tough the first couple of weeks, but it WILL get easier!
September 20, 2020
Did you use a faja or other compression garment after?
I am so curious what it looked like prior to your surgery because your results look like what I hope mine to look like.
I am so curious what it looked like prior to your surgery because your results look like what I hope mine to look like.
September 20, 2020
I did use a compression garment for about 2 weeks. After that, I switched to Spanx leggings which worked out beautifully for me. I will definitely post the before pics once I get them!
September 20, 2020
I am so nervous. I have two kids also, one is only a year old. I’m so so nervous. Just knowing I won’t be able to lift the baby. How long did you stay off work? I’m a nurse and plan to take 1 week off and then the following 3 weeks work from home, I hope 4 weeks is enough.
September 20, 2020
I took about 2 weeks off. I work from home right now anyway, so it worked out well. If you have help, you should be just fine! I understand the nerves, but it really is worth it!!
UPDATED FROM Powerful389320
4 months post
Week 17
Amazing to see the transformation from week 3 post op to week 17 post op!! Dr Gallegos did amazing work. Still can’t get over the perfect placement of the incision. Completely hidden, and I am so thankful for his skill.
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March 18, 2021
You look amazing! Thank you for your photo updates!
April 15, 2021
I just got mine last Monday and I couldn't be happier!!! I'm only a week out and I already have tears of JOY every day!!! So glad I decided to do this!!! <3
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