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30 Yrs Old 3 Kids, 3 C Sections. In Need of a Mommy Makeover
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I am not unrealistic and I know I'm not going to...
rjb721March 18, 2017
$19,600
I am not unrealistic and I know I'm not going to come out of surgery looking like a model. But I used to have boobs that were perky and I could wear a shirt with no bra and they looked nice. Now after having kids and breast feeding they are all saggy and uneven. Which is weird. Also no matter how much I exercise and eat right I can't lose weight in the stubborn places like flanks and tummy etc. I literally do everything for my family. I give all of myself for them. I have been pretty depressed and decided I'm so sick of not doing anything for me. So as most of u mommies probably feel the same way I do. U know how it is to feel neglected and unappreciated and overtired. Etc. I am ready to start feeling good again and caring about myself also. And I realize it's not selfish. Despite what people may say. U know the saying happy wife happy life. So true. U cant show ur kids to be confident and happy if u aren't. So I have been working my ass off I stopped drinking wine at night. Don't want all those calories anymore. I have been making time for me at the gym during the day when my three girls are I. School. And I have been eating like a champ. Low carb! I feel so much better. It's amazing how when u start actually taking the steps. U feel better almost immediately. I felt trapped like I was a prisoner in my own house because I used to be thin (even tho when I was thin I wasn't confident either-now if I had the body I used to I would walk around naked lol) I wouldn't go to family things. Events with my friends because of the shame and guilt I felt about how I looked. It seriously was awful I was a prisoner of my own body. I am thrilled to be getting these procedures done! It's feels like so far away but at same time it's coming fast. April 20th woohoo!! I am getting breast lift with implant. I want full dd. I am getting tt. And also lipo on flanks. I am also getting 1cc of lip fillers. Figure I'm doing it all while
I'm under!!! So thanks for letting me vent and get my story out there. I'm sure many of u have felt the same as me
I'm under!!! So thanks for letting me vent and get my story out there. I'm sure many of u have felt the same as me
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March 22, 2017
Hello, we your surgery date is so close to mine as mine is April 25th. I will follow you and we can see each other's progress.
March 24, 2017
Yes hat would be awesome. Did u go for your pre op yet? Mine is on Monday and I'm a little
Nervous because I just want to pick the best size for me and after surgery not regret not going big enough. Which I see so often ya know. And also I'm working out like a maniac to lose as much weight before the surgery
April 13, 2017
I had mine picked already (405cc on each side). I pre op with my family doctor will be on Wednesday, April 19 which is 6 days before the sx.
UPDATED FROM rjb721
26 days pre
Pre op on monday
rjb721March 24, 2017
I have my pre op on Monday after that it will be less than four weeks away. I am very nervous about choosing the best size. I really do see that so many people say they wish they went bigger and were unhappy with the results. I have read that so many times. Then they go back and get bigger implants. For me I am not and can not do that. This is a one shot thing for me I don't have tons of money ya kno. I very much wanna tell my dr that I have been thinking I was 750cc of the hpu. But I'm terrified of the dr looking at me like I'm crazy! But I am not concerned with omg they have to look natural. They just have to look well done and not cheaply done. And they have to fit my body frame. And the. The tummy tuck there isn't much to decide u just have to say and prayer and hope for the best results possible. And that is what I'm doing. So scary when u see some people bad stories. Ugh makes my heart break. Ok just curious if anyone has any advice. Thanks
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23 days pre
Pre op appt.
rjb721March 27, 2017
So today I went for my pre op appointment I am having the intense excited feelings again. It really made it real now. We went over everything. They eased my mind so much the girls at the office are incredible. They answered all my questions and had no problem doing it. So I am getting tt. With muscle repair lipo of stomach and flanks. Masteoplexy and breast aug. i also decided on 1cc of juvederm in my lips and he's doing it while I'm under. Yes! I would love not to feel that. Then I asked about lipo in the thighs. But it's another 3000 for just one area on the thighs so I reall am thinking about it I'm already over 19000. And believe me I'm not made of money by any means. So I think I'm going to skip the lipo in legs and just work out like a maniac. I am truly so happy. They asked me what I wanted I said about a very full DD. They said oh yea u don't want to go bigger. Number one if I want to I will. I'm paying a shitload of money. But number two if my breasts can hold it and I want it I will get it. But a full DD I think is good with my frame and height we are going under the muscle for sure and I am getting high profile for sure. They said the dr will mark me up that morning and I will show him pics again what I want and he will give me the biggest he can without obvi looking like a top heavy weirdo. So I'm good with that. My one concern is waking up realizing I spent all this money and not being satisfied but I realized u really just have to trust ur surgeon. So I am doing that. Then the girl was laughing when I asked her about if I need a walker she said no way. That is ridiculous. But I have seen people with them. She said since I went through three c sections it will be a piece of cake but that the breasts will hurt the most. But after three days I'll be driving and about to move around pretty well. They are sending a nurse home with me for the night which I think is pretty freakin awesome! Considering I'm prob gunna be out of it from this big surgery. I know it's not going to be a walk in the park but I'm a strong girl who's been through so much in my life I'm sure I can handle this. I finally feel like it's my time to have my life back and my self esteem back. Yay!!!! The surgery couldn't come quick enough!!! If anyone has any advise on which bra and compression garments and spanks to get please let me know. Something that isn't extremely expensive considering it is temporary. They are making me pay for my sports bra right after surgery. I find that so weird?! Anyway thanks for letting me share!
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March 28, 2017
Hi! I had 2 c-sections and just had a mm on Feb 27th...now I am older than you (45) but the pain will be def diff than a c-section. The incision actually doesn't hurt...it makes you cautious in your movements...like with the c-sections, the real pain is the tt. It's a burning across your belly.....THAT is the pain that causes you to hunch over...and they pull your skin tight. You will instantly be shapely and stacked. But hunched and a bit out of it for the first 3 days. I honestly hope you can drive at 3 days....I just started to drive 5 days ago (3 weeks post op)....I had a breast lift and lipo of the flanks and plication of my tummy muscles....Its a recovery period that your body will dictate. Just give yourself the time to heal and stay connected here! I would recommend having help the first 3 days after. Can't wait to follow your story!

March 28, 2017
Thanks you so much for your comment. I was annoyed that she had lied to me. I'd rather just know so I can be fully prepared. She said I could drive which if I can't fine. Just tell me ya know. So thank u so much. I am getting the same procedures you did. So I really appreciate any advice. So my dr doesn't provide a recovery sports bra. I have to buy it or buy it from him for 50$ but I had seen them Online for way cheaper. You would think after all the money I'm paying they could at least throw in a bra lol. But do you have any suggestions with the bra and the compression garnet and the spanks? I don't want to spend a fortune. But I do want to be as comfortable as possible. My dr only provides the binder which I will only wear for two days he says. And if you have any other helpful tips I would be so happy to hear! How r u feeling as if now. And are you happy with your progress?

March 28, 2017
Anytime! First i was given the madera sports bra it was included for mine so i really have no clue what it actually cost. It's nothing fancy and It served its purpose the first 2 weeks.holding all the bandages in place, it even held the compression foam in place for back bra fat area that was lipo'd. After two weeks the bottom of the compression bra was KILLING me as it's seams rode up under and onto my anchor scar....so i ordered two sports bras online. They are pretty good. They were like 20 bucks each. One has zippers and two hook eyes, the other is all hook eye. Amazon is a GREAT resource on that. What i would be careful of is ordering spanx on Amazon as it seems they may not be legit. Binder- I also received a simple velcro binder...and i am still using it. My PS is a compression fan. He said at 6 weeks i can switch to a regular bra and its up to me with everything else. I feel more comfortable with the belly support. I did with my c-section too. I will be looking into a compression body suit without chest support as my next item.
Tips- stay on top of your pain meds. Tylenol works wonders for the burning. Drink a LOT of water esp. The first two weeks.Are u having drains? If so have them show you how to milk them before u go under...lol.
I went to Dr. Reish with Long Island Plastic Surgery Group out of Garden City. He is fantastic. The practice is fantastic. You can go to my page. I need to upload pics this week. If you go to their website you can see his before and after pics. He is fantastic at a low scar placement and shorter scar use for tt.
My pics are in progress...and believe me...your body will morph and change every day as you heal...it is amazing.
Tips- stay on top of your pain meds. Tylenol works wonders for the burning. Drink a LOT of water esp. The first two weeks.Are u having drains? If so have them show you how to milk them before u go under...lol.
I went to Dr. Reish with Long Island Plastic Surgery Group out of Garden City. He is fantastic. The practice is fantastic. You can go to my page. I need to upload pics this week. If you go to their website you can see his before and after pics. He is fantastic at a low scar placement and shorter scar use for tt.
My pics are in progress...and believe me...your body will morph and change every day as you heal...it is amazing.
March 28, 2017
Thank u so much I appreciate ur suggestions so much I will go To your page and track ur progress. So exciting!
March 28, 2017
I just looked at ur page. Great work! That tt work
Is amazing the incision is amazing looking! Good work!

March 29, 2017
Thanks! It keeps changing, as do my breasts scars. The ps is having me use bicorneum gel (silicone and sunscreen) as therapy. Started me two weeks post. Look into silicone products for yourself. It's apparently very effective at making the scars nicer looking.
Excellent! Let us know how we can help you feel ready and prepared for your big day!