I Have Had a Tummy Tuck

Just Do It!

By: localceleb

Written on October 14th, 2010

I've wanted to have a tummy tuck since my son was born, but i didn't have the nerve because everyone said it was a terrible surgery and it was brutal and extremely painful. When he turned 6, i decided to just do it. I have to say, my stomach was absolutely horrendous before. I'm a tiny girl so having two kids stretched me out to the point where I refused to wear tight shirts, even when I got down to my regular size 2!!!
It was the BEST thing i've ever done!!! The recovery was not bad at all with everything i had done. I had my skin removed, the muscles tightened, new belly button, and lipo on my back and love handles. I am here to tell you that i am a chicken and a baby and I can not tolerate pain whatsoever, but this was NOTHING compared to what the results were!!!! I wore a bikini this summer and it felt so good!!!
Ladies, dont live your life being self concious - life is too short. JUST DO IT!!

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7 responses

mommysurgery

Thanks Your Story Is Helpful I'm Scheduled For My Timmy Tuck In Two Weeks I Did My Research On Dr. Terhani And So Far So Good I Can't Lie I'm So Scared And Worried About Living With Regret I Truly Hope I Have A Good Story To Yell When I'm Through

Feb 25
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landon1510

I have been considering a tummy tuck in Salt Lake City. I'm still a little scared even after what you have told me. Your advice is good though, Just do it. http://nuvistaplasticsurgery.com

Sep 25, 2012
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CDS829

Thanks for sharing. I am 3 weeks away from my tummy tuck and breast aug, and I CANT WAIT to feel good again!!

Apr 20, 2012
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pamandden365

I had a breast reduction and mini tt (no muscle cut). I did not fully research the tummy tuck and did not allow enough time for recovery. I had a lot of loose skin from having a very large baby and no amount of exercise was tightening that skin. I thought I was just getting this skin removed but have a huge scar from hip to hip which I'm sure will fade and go down over time. Surgery was 9/22/11, it has been three weeks and I still have a drain at pubic area which keeps draining. I am going in for a procedure this week to inject an antibiotic that will help with clotting and healing to stop the drainage. Has anyone heard of this? They told me the medicine would burn/sting inside me and the drain will be clamped for 6 hrs. Then I will remove the clamp and dark fluid will flow out. I am scared. This turned out to be more than I bargained for. I am however happy with my smaller breasts. I was very self conscious with tripple D size before and now I can button blouses on my small frame.

Oct 14, 2011
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tampa1970

I am having a tummy tuck and breast augmentation on August 10th please help with suggestions on what to buy now that I am going to need during recovery?

Jun 1, 2011
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rssb1228

I had my extended tummy tuck and a breast lift done a week ago, after losing 90 lbs and having four babies. Even still all stitched together and a drain still in place I am thrilled with how I look already. I think the important part for me was having a good support system of loved ones at home to help me, and knowing that the recovery will be longer than just a few weeks.

I have had so much loose skin for so long - my abdomen looked like nothing so much as rising bread dough - and now it is gone and I am thrilled. I woke up in pain, but it was not a scary amount of pain. Take the pain meds round the clock for sure, take extra good care of yourself and best of luck!

Apr 15, 2011
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nini42

thanks for the positive story! I needed to hear that! Mine is in two weeks and I am pretty much freaking out with fear!

Apr 2, 2011
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