I'm investing in my body.

my last picture is my post results. The healing process is tedious and painful.
So far I love the results however my drains are still in. Thanks for kind words.

I agree, this is a very painful process!    The drains are very annoying but do serve a good purpose.  I remember having the feeling of wanting to rip them out..LOL

Hang in there, you are looking fantastic.

Thank you! Each day I'm feeling better.

Hello, I'm 43, 5'8 and and my weight 180. I went into this over my desired weight which was 170. However I'm very pleased with my results. I have been wanting a tummy tuck for many years and finally mad up my mind to do it and the rest is history.
This tummy tuck is one of the Best decision I ever made for myself. No regrets!

You look amazing! I'm doing my research aswell, how is the placement of your scars and does the scar away work well?

Thank you! You look great also. Slow and steady wins. I wish you the best and thanks for commenting.

Hello, I had a Tummy Tuck, Lipo to the flanks, and Muscle repair. Your gonna look great!

Hey! Yes my doctor did provide a super duper tight compression garment that I just can't stand. I will post a picture of the one he provided. I cant breath in it! I got 2garment as gift and i purchased 3 Years ago trying to think i could fix my shape (waist training) yes I had Lipo to the flanks and muscle repair. The c-sections did a number on my body. I'm super swollen and like you I work out and I was totally eating horrible 3weeks before surgery. I was over my weight when I went in. So next week I can start working out, no weights and I ready. You have a nice figure your shape is gonna be amazing. I can tell. I promise you will love your results, a flat stomach changes your whole disposition!

Thank you for your insight and experience. I was going to "Ask A Doctor" the following; but maybe you might have some insight and if you can comment:
(I'm going to post a pic of my full body minus the face)
What is the difference between a Mommy Makeover and a Tummy Tuck with some Liposuction?
I want to do a tummy tuck, lipo my inner thighs, my back and arms.
Is there a major cost difference? Yes I know I have to see a Plastic Surgeon in person, but, I just want to here what you as a Doctor would say if I can to visit you for 2 minutes.... Thank you!

Yes! Mommy makeover is TT, Lipo, Muscel repair, and breast implants/ lift if needed. makes the most sense and is ideal for complete look, however the cost is what you have to factor in. If you can afford to travel and leave the little ones for 9 days go to Florida DR. Ortega and its only 6,500 for mommy make over. If you can't travel then perhaps do your procedures in steps. I was to afraid to break my procedures up. I just did the Tummy tuck and Lipo make the whole body look way better and remember confidence is more important than look. I would suggest you do tummy tuck first and Lipo and if you can do the augmentation also do it. Make sure you get at least 3/4 consultation from plastic surgeons. In my opinion your gonna look great with the TT and Lipo..... You have a great shape now! Do what you can afford and do it in steps recovery is tough. But it's worth it.

Wow! Thank you! That is a great explanation! I already had a breast augmentation. I was a 36A and just did my breast aug Dec 24,2016 800cc Silicone High Profile. Hawaii is pretty expensive for mommy makeovers! And I think my finances will only allow me to do it by steps but my heart and body is saying do it all one time. I had a mini Tummy Tuck consult with my breast augmentation doctor (when I had my check up) and he quoted me 6,500 for the tummy tuck. And I know his lipo runs about 1,300. But thank you for the recommendation of your doctor! I think I might research and factor in traveling cost to see if seeing ur doctor would be cost effective! I want that confidence and I know the pain is worth it! Thank You and I will continue to follow your updates and may have more questions for you in the future if you don't mind!! Have a blessed day!