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Nervous and Excited. Finally in a Position to Do it - Utah
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I am 48 years old, have 5 kids (including twins) I...
Tray zee ukSeptember 17, 2012
WORTH IT$6,500
I am 48 years old, have 5 kids (including twins) I have wanted a tummy tuck for years. I finally find myself in a position to do it, yay! I've been through the usual guilty feelings until my daughter said to me, " just look at it as putting right what having kids did to your body!" I thought about this and came to the conclusion that it was my right to have the body I had before the pregnancys ruined it! I also tried to get my kids to add a $1000 each to put right what they did to me but they just laughed, well I wasn't joking, lol! Anyway, I'm doing it and my kids and hubby are being super supportive, I'm excited and scared at the same time! I hate, hate, hate my jelly belly and avoid looking at myself naked because it depresses me so I'm really looking forward to seeing my flat tummy! My question is, as I get closer to the operation date, how can I stop myself from becoming so nervous that I chicken out? I know what I'm like, all mouth and positive thinking now but I'll change into a cry baby with no courage soon enough, lol.
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UPDATED FROM Tray zee uk
14 days pre
Well, my surgery is booked for the 8th of October,...
Tray zee ukSeptember 24, 2012
Well, my surgery is booked for the 8th of October, after a few adjustments to the date I paid my deposit and I'm all set to go! I have to say I've been so excited all week but then last night, I had my, rabbit in the headlights moment, and just kind of froze with fear walking from the living room to the kitchen.....I stood there thinking, what am I doing here, I can't go through with it, I can't!! But then, I said out loud, "yes you can and you are, you stupid jelly belly!" My husband and kids, just stared at me then continued to watch TV, their obviously used to my crazy outbursts, haha!
Anyway, my op is 2 weeks away and I'm busy getting my supplies together and the house ready ( for some reason I feel the need to paint my bedroom, why, I don't know!)
I haven't mentioned that I'm a British girl, living here in the States, I've been here, with my family, for nearly 5 years, so if I use weird terminology, you'll know why!
Anyway, I'll update again soon, but basically, I'm at the, "yes you can, no you can't stage!" I'm super excited to be rid of my horrible tummy but scared of the recovery because I am a bit of a wimp and a whiner (moaner, British for whiner) ok I'm off to pick up a paintbrush, because of course my home has to resemble a show home during my recovery, lol!
Speak to ya'll later.
Anyway, my op is 2 weeks away and I'm busy getting my supplies together and the house ready ( for some reason I feel the need to paint my bedroom, why, I don't know!)
I haven't mentioned that I'm a British girl, living here in the States, I've been here, with my family, for nearly 5 years, so if I use weird terminology, you'll know why!
Anyway, I'll update again soon, but basically, I'm at the, "yes you can, no you can't stage!" I'm super excited to be rid of my horrible tummy but scared of the recovery because I am a bit of a wimp and a whiner (moaner, British for whiner) ok I'm off to pick up a paintbrush, because of course my home has to resemble a show home during my recovery, lol!
Speak to ya'll later.
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October 2, 2012
My TT and Lift are scheduled for October 15th and I'm feeling exactly the same way. I really want the girls lifted and a flat belly but I'm terrified of the potential for extreme pain and of the recovery. I see the Doctor for my last consult this Thursday - and in the back of mind I think I have until then to chicken out! Then I think if not now when? When will I be more fit than I am now, or have the time off as I do now to recover and a husband that is on board with this as a reward for my 80+ pound weight loss.
I just don't know what makes the difference between some who say it's not bad and others who mention the word agony. Will the pain be more than can be tolerated with good pain pills?
I feel as though it's now or never and I believe I will find the courage to overcome my fears get to the hospital. I hope the Doc and his staff put my mind at ease this Thursday! It does help to know its all the normal range of emotions - and I keep looking at the rating - 95% would do it again. Those are good numbers!!!!!
October 2, 2012
Hi fitgirl Ro, it's so good to be able to find support on this site, I'm always on it at the moment because it helps with the nerves! So I'm 6 days away from the impending TT and lipo, I'm writing this from a beautiful hotel room in Vegas, my hubby surprised me with a last minute trip to sin city and up untill a few hours ago I was having a blast, then I realized that, this time next week, I'll be back home, having had my op, feeling, I don't know what...... And since then I've had terrible butterfly's in my stomach and real apprehension, thank goodness that I'm able to read other posts that give me hope that it will all be ok! I've started to have wierd dreams too, I dream't that my surgeon sneezed whilst operating on me and sliced me in two, he then tried to get my hubby to choose which half he wanted to take home with him ( I was alive and perfectly well) ridiculous! I've started looking at my belly and feeling guilty that I'm going to kill my old friend/enemy, I keep saying to it, "sorry but you gotta go, our time together is done," lol!
I'm going to be a mess all week, I have so much to do, so that'll keep me busy but I am a big wimp and a cry baby so I'm really worried how ill cope, moreover how my hubby will cope with my constant moaning!! Bless him.
but then on a plus note, today, whilst shopping in Vegas, I looked at some fabulous clothes and thought to myself, I will be able to wear that dress or, that short t. Shirt will look so cute in a few months. I think I'll be healthier ( touch wood) because I'll want to work out and eat healthy and I'll feel so good about myself!
There's no turning back now, it's all set, everything's ready, I know I'll regret it if I don't do it now!!
We can do it, lets stay positive and focused on the end game, it's going to be so worth it!!
October 5, 2012
I'm sure you are going to great! Keep us posted on how you're doing and have fun in Vegas!!!
UPDATED FROM Tray zee uk
4 days pre
Oh my gosh!!!! My op is in 3 days and I'm shaking...
Tray zee ukOctober 4, 2012
Oh my gosh!!!! My op is in 3 days and I'm shaking in my boots! I went for my pre op today and picked up my med's, my hospital bed arrives tomorrow and I've almost done all my cleaning! I'm trying to focus on late next week when I'm hopefully feeling a little better, I'm hoping ill recover quickly and won't have too much pain! I'm so ready for a flat belly and I'm trying not to think to much, I read one post that said....day of surgery, you get up, shower go to the clinic, go home and recover!! I like that no nonsence approach so I'm trying to not over think it! Well I'll post either before or after the op next!
Is your surgery paid for already? My PS requires it to be paid in full 3 weeks prior to surgery, and I am paying on Monday. Then, it's no turning back... but I totally see myself chickening out. I am already so worried about it! I'll be following your updates! Good Luck!
Stay strong!