Donna's Mommy Makeover
Q: Why did you have surgery?
Donna: Simply put...to get my pre-pregnancy body back!!! After carrying very large twins full term my muscles were in disarray, my skin looked like a roadmap with all the stretch marks and I had two or three spare tires around my waist that weren't there prior to pregnancy!!!
Q: What were your expectations?
Donna: I did not set my expectations too high. I was not expecting to look like a super model, I just wanted my old body back. To my surprise, I looked better than I did before I got pregnant. Waking up in recovery the first thing I remember is my husband saying I had the body of a teenager! Whoo Hoo!! 40 years old with the body of a teenager ~ what else can you ask for?
Q: Did having young children affect your decision?
Donna: Having children was not a concern of mine. My children were old enough at the time to take care of themselves for the most part.
Q: What was the recovery like?
Donna: The recovery was magical. It is really incredible how quickly a healthy body can heal itself. The pain pumps were a God send! I can honestly say I was really only "down" for 2-3 days, after that I was pretty much able to get around without much difficulty. I took it really easy for two weeks and was ready to go back to work that third week. My best piece of advice to you is to listen to your Doctor. If you follow his instructions to the "T" then your recovery will be manageable.
Q: Would you do it again?
Donna: In a heartbeat!
Q: Can the kids tell a difference in mommy after surgery?
Donna: I'm not so sure the physical change was that noticeable to them. They do enjoy the newfound energy and excitement that I have. I never wanted to do anything before the surgery, now we are constantly on the go and doing fun stuff. They have also commented on my change in wardrobe. They love my new clothes and say that I dress much hipper now and no longer dress like an old lady!
Q: Would you recommend surgery to others?
Donna: Absolutely!!! This surgery has changed my life. I feel so much better about myself. I am no longer disgusted at my reflection in the mirror. I actually like looking at myself now!
Donna had an extended tummy tuck, liposuction on her inner, outer, anterior thighs, buttocks, flanks, abdomen, back, and chin, and a breast augmentation and lift.
