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31, 2 Kids, 5'1 & 116lbs TT W/ Hernia and Muscle Repair &BA - West Hollywood, CA
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I have my pre-op apt next week so I am ready to...
WORTH IT$10,500
I have my pre-op apt next week so I am ready to start really getting ready for this surgery. I have decided to go with Dr. Bruno. I consulted with other surgeons but I knew he was "the one" right away. I am super excited and ready to get my body somewhat back to what it was before I had my babies. I know I will still have stretch marks left over. I have them above my belly button right now. My first child was over 9lbs and I looked like I was having twins. It was insane. I was ALL belly. I have a small hernia and I can feel my intestines near my belly button poking through sometimes. It's so gross. SO gross. I just want a flat belly again. I'm getting a BA as well but I won't be showing much of that on here.
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UPDATED FROM Cmb82
1 month pre
A few pics of my belly
Here's what I'm left with after babies. My stretch marks/wrinkled skin goes up pretty far. :(
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July 5, 2014
Our tummies are similar and our surgery date is 2 days apart! I can't wait to see what your doc says at your pre-op
July 5, 2014
Our boobies look similar too from what I can tell. Lol I will post some clothed shots of mine soon. I see you're into fitness. I used to be a trainer before I got pregnant. It's hard for me to stay motivated now in the gym when I see my tummy I
in the mirror. Hoping that will change soon!! I'm excited to see your results!
July 5, 2014
Hi congrats on your way to a Fabulous body ;) you are in my prayers . And I can't wait to see photos of after your surgery ! This sight is making me wish i had the money today , but It's a work in progress as lifes challeges arise! Well may god bless you and help heal you in fast recovery ;) take care .
July 5, 2014
Im sure you will look Fabulous , don't worry , and always be positive ;) my belly is like yours too, so I completely understand how excited you are ;) best wishes !!!
July 5, 2014
Those darn adorable, precious babies that wreck our bodies! :) I totally relate and I'm glad you're in a position to get this done for yourself. Thanks so much for starting your story on RealSelf. I'll be checking back for your updates.
UPDATED FROM Cmb82
28 days pre
Had my pre-op today!
Went to see Dr. Bruno for my pre-op appointment! My surgery is still almost a month away but I am glad I went in. I had a few questions and it was just nice to have hubby come with me and hear what will happen and help me pick out an implant size. He actually wasn't much help though. Lol I'm still torn between 286cc and 304cc. I don't want big boobies. I'm short and I don't want to be top heavy. The difference between 286 and 304 is not much at all so whichever one I end up with will be fine I'm sure.
I asked Dr. Bruno where thinks my scar should end up and it should be super low. I am very excited about that. I'm going to go buy a bikini (cringe) and wear it the day of so he can mark me and be sure the incision will be hidden. I can't imagine myself with a flat tummy. It's been so long. It makes me want to cry just thinking about not sucking in my stomach all the time and being able to wear a fitted shirt with confidence.
I am going to get my blood work done a little early because I'm concerned that my hemoglobin levels might be kinda low so I want to be sure I leave myself some time to bring it up if I need to. I'm a worrier like that.
I am going to keep taking my multivitamin and vitamin C. I will pick up some Arnica and Bromelain this weekend along with a wedge pillow and a few either things.
I have stopped dieting. Actually, I have been eating more than usual lately which is not good. I know it's nerves but I need to stop it.
I forgot to ask when I should stop shaving. Anyone know?
I asked Dr. Bruno where thinks my scar should end up and it should be super low. I am very excited about that. I'm going to go buy a bikini (cringe) and wear it the day of so he can mark me and be sure the incision will be hidden. I can't imagine myself with a flat tummy. It's been so long. It makes me want to cry just thinking about not sucking in my stomach all the time and being able to wear a fitted shirt with confidence.
I am going to get my blood work done a little early because I'm concerned that my hemoglobin levels might be kinda low so I want to be sure I leave myself some time to bring it up if I need to. I'm a worrier like that.
I am going to keep taking my multivitamin and vitamin C. I will pick up some Arnica and Bromelain this weekend along with a wedge pillow and a few either things.
I have stopped dieting. Actually, I have been eating more than usual lately which is not good. I know it's nerves but I need to stop it.
I forgot to ask when I should stop shaving. Anyone know?
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July 11, 2014
stop shaving a week before... I just asked my dr that, too. and I mean the pubic area. he said it can introduce bacteria to the area and be susceptible to infection. don't want that - but then again, I'm itchy just thinking of the hairs growing in! LOL :D
July 12, 2014
Then I'll be dying to shave again!! Lol :P
So on a separate note, I'm back to my original 550cc. Dr finally gave me a personal call- unexpected and very comforting... said he was afraid 600cc's are wider and would give me side-boob! Eeks! So I'm going down a size but projectig out more
July 12, 2014
Sorry, dropped phone... so I'll be projecting out more instead of a large fat pancake- it'll be more of a donut. Lol! I'm fine w that bcz he sees this every day and if he thinks it's best for me, that's absolutely fine. :)
July 11, 2014
sorry, haven't been up to speed with RS lately... did you read my previous post? omg, I'm up to 600cc!! is that crazy or what?! don't know if I made the right decision but don't want to regret making the wrong decision either. what's the matter with me? I'm happy one day, sad the next. I don't want to be unhealthy, I don't want to be incapacitated from sx... but then I read stories from RSers like "hautemomma" and I'm like - SIGN ME UP!! lol. I've pretty much stopped the coconut water except to mix it with my other juices. it's super gross. but I'm hooked on my detox waters and naked juices. found out sam's club sells an econo size of it for way cheap.
July 12, 2014
600?! That's twice what I'm getting. Lol you are tall though right? I'm sure you'll look smokin!! I've been drinking a ton of water but I haven't added fruit yet. I need to put my vitamix to use again. Healthy smoothies would be good idea right now.
July 12, 2014
Yeah, 5'7" and 135 lbs... I just drink green juices and naked juices now. It's getting addicting and now I can't even stand mcd iced coffees or teas anymore! Yay!
July 11, 2014
let me ask you something since you have the herniated umbilical cord like I do - did you ask Bruno about using the hernia repair as a medical and maybe shave off med fees because that's covered under insurance? (vs straight TT which isn't)
July 12, 2014
I don't have insurance at the moment so I didn't bother to ask. Is that what you are doing?
July 12, 2014
No, didn't want to ask bcz I already used my RS $500 off coupon and didn't want to seem like a total penny pincher... thought it might annoy the PS. Lol
July 12, 2014
Maybe I'll mention it at the surg ctr when I have to pay them (and anesth) but I can't imagine haggling over this right before I go under! At that point I think I'll just want to get it done with!
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