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By JoBibbi on 15 Jul 2011

Hello ladies, I'm 49  and I live in Tampa Florida.  I had a breast reduction last year (down from a 38DDD to a 38B).  After my BR surgery, I started running again and have lost 40lbs.  My son just graduated from college, and now I've decided to do something for myself and have a tummy tuck.  My surgery is schedule for  10-07-11 and I'm excited yet nervous at the same time.  My doctor told me that my surgery should only take 2 hours and that I should be able to walk and do the elliptical machine right away.  He also said that he thinks I 'll be running within a couple of weeks after my surgery.  Anyway, I would appreciate any advise, encouragement or stories that you would like to share about your personal TT experiences.  

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JoBibbi 16 Jul 2011
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Gwen2011 19 Jul 2011
Not to be overly concern about this as tummy tuck is a simple surgery. Just remember to get a good doctor. I use Evolutionary Visual Enhancement for my surgery and find that sometimes, it is worthwhile to pay for a good service.
JoBibbi 19 Jul 2011
Thanks Gwen,

The doctor I'm seeing is rated one of the top 100 surgeons in the U.S. Hopefully, I'll get the results I want with minimum pain.
Gwen2011 22 Jul 2011
Not worry if you are using a good doctor. I was concern about the pain as well as I did mine in Thailand. It is even more frightening if I did not manage to get a good agent to help me source for a good doctor. Eventually the cost savings is worth my effort. My agent Evolutionary Visual Enhancement has done a good job on this.
Dreemer 20 Jul 2011
Hi,
Im scheduled for 9/14, and i think about it alot!
I just got a recliner on craigslist, being everyone
i know says....you BETTER have one..HAHAHA. They are pricey to rent, so i figured i would resell it.
I am 54 years old and have wanted this TT for a really long time, now that it is really happening..its a bit nerve racking. Im getting all prepared and i still have 50 days! hahaha.
Love, Sue
JoBibbi 20 Jul 2011
Hi Dreemer,

Good to hear from you. I already have a recliner so I'm covered there. I think about my TT all the time too. My husband doesn't think I need one, but the extra skin on my tummy really bothers me. So, I'm doing this for myself. Let's keep in touch.
Dreemer 4 Aug 2011
Hi :)

Well...6 weeks away. I started to doubt myself and having this done! How are you doin with it?
JoBibbi 4 Aug 2011
Dreemer,

I'm doubting my decision too, but I keep reading tis website and looking at the after pics to keep my courage up.
Dreemer 4 Aug 2011
What are you concerns about doin it?
JoBibbi 4 Aug 2011
I'm afraid of possible complications! What are yours?
Dreemer 4 Aug 2011
I say....does it really matter to have this tummy look like this? Does it really look/feel that bad? Im about as far away from vane, as you can get. Tshirt/jeans person.

Then I think $$$ do I want to have debt for a year?

Then I think pain?
Then I think recovery?

I havent told my parents..funny im 55, and still caring..hahaha. They will be in Italy for the month of September, i will tell them when they come home, or maybe not.

Lots of stuff for such a small head!
Love Sue
Oh, the anesthia.
JoBibbi 5 Aug 2011
Dreemer,

I share all of your fears/concerns about the surgery. However, I feel at this point in my life, I deserve to have my body back and I'm tired of looking at this wrinkly skin on my belly. My doctor says that I won't have a tube down my throat and that I should be able to wake up quickly from the anesthia. As far as the recovery, I figure it can't be much worse than recovering from childbirth. So, I'm going through with the surgery and in 6 months, I hope my tummy is flat and toned! I've been saving money in a personal fund for a few years, I thought I was going to use it to buy a new car, but I've decided to use part of it for my TT. If you don't want to worry your parents, don't tell them about the surgery until they get back from Italy.
ca-mom 21 Jul 2011
Hi - I had a TT and BA 4 weeks ago (35 yrs old). I was super nervous and did a bunch of research. I'm really amazed at how well the recovery has been. The first day was a blow and I'm very glad i had an overnight in the hospital. But each day was better and better. After 4-5 days I was able to get around and do most everything normally. After 5 days I stopped the pain meds and could drive again. Now I'm at normal activity but walk - not run and I can't lift anything very heavy (like my 3 yr old).
Good luck - it is worth it!
JoBibbi 21 Jul 2011
Thank you so much for replying. I hope your recovery continues to go well. How were you able to maintain your weight during the weeks you couldn't excercise?
ca-mom 21 Jul 2011
It is actually very interesting. After having a TT you can't eat very much at a time because your stomach is very tight. The first week I was only eating a few bites before I was full. Now I eat about 1/2 my typical portion size. Just this week I've started walking a bit more (and I'm chasing a 3 & 5 year old around). I've never had much of a problem with weight - just a stretched out tummy from 2 very large babies.
JoBibbi 21 Jul 2011
Thanks for the info, I'm feeling less and less anxious as the days go by and encouraged by your comments about not being able to eat very much. My problem is excess skin and terrible stretch marks. My hubby says he doesn't think I need a TT,( I told him he is viewing me through eyes of love),but that I've worked hard to get and keep my body in shape and I want to look in the mirror and see all that lose skin gone. I haven't had a flat stomach since before my son was born. He'll be 23 soon and I want my body back!
Robyn in Sunny SA 25 Jul 2011
Go for It Jo.....I have no regrets. I am 13 days Post Op and so happy with my results. It is a big op but if you are fit and healthy, there is no reason you should not recover quickly. The pain was never at any stage unbearable and if you listen to your body and be patient, you will reap the rewards. Good luck for your surgery and keep us posted :)
JoBibbi 25 Jul 2011
Robyn,

Thanks for the encouragement, I'm happy that your recovery is going well and I'll definitely keep y'all posted on my procedure.
catdame 28 Jul 2011
My TT is scheduled for 9/27. I am excited and scared and so ready for this. I am 62 yrs old and had lap band a few years ago. Lost weight but not the tummy. I may need only to have skin removed according to my doctor. Any suggestions to get myself ready mentally and physically for my surgery?
JoBibbi 6 Aug 2011
I recommend you eat right, walk for excercise, and keep reading the reviews and before and after pics on this site.
nervousTT 7 Aug 2011
Hello, I had my surgery 4 weeks ago, I was very nervous and doubted about doing this procedure, but I found this website and so much encouragment here, that I went for it and never look back and now, I'm super duper happy that I had the courage to get ride of my saggy horrible tummy, I'm still swallen but my tummy is flat and I look amazing in cloths and my husband is very happy with my results. This is the best gift I have given to myself. Jo and Dreemer go for it, you guys will be very happy and don't worry about the pain, I just felt a little pain the first day and since I took my pain medicine at schedule I never felt any pain, just discomfort and for the tighteness of the muscles and no apetite at all the first week, but careful the secound week I felt so hungry that I overeat, but my Dr. let me to exercise the third week. I hope you find the courage to do it, you wont regret it. Good luck!
JoBibbi 7 Aug 2011
Hi NervousTT,

Thank you so much for your comments. I'm going for it! I'll even post my before and after pics so you all can see my transformation.
kit1945 12 Aug 2011
I am also very nervous about TT. I am 66 and have lost weight and have alot of flab hanging down that I am tired of. Also tired of rashes in belly button and under flab. Hoping insurancre will pay some but will probably have it done anyway. Haven't made my appointment yet but today I got a name of one that my weight loss doctor recommends. Hope I don't chicken Out.
JoBibbi 13 Aug 2011
Kit,

Don't chicken out. Trust in a good surgeon and go for it!
catdame 2 Oct 2011
Had my tt on 9/28/11 and am recuperating pretty well. Have stopped using pain meds as I don't like the feeling of loss of control they make me feel. After the first 3 days, the pain was minimal. Drains are a bother but necessary. The worst part is the not being able to do all I want to do right away. It's hard to gear down and rest when you are used to going and doing. Another problem is bowel movement. Be sure you know what moves your system. This is important. More later.

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