“So excited! full tt, ba with lift and lipo of flanks”
Tummy tuck: Worth it
Pain: Uncomfortable
I am 29 years old, 5'8" and 150 pounds. I have 2 children, 6 and 3, and am scheduled for a full TT with lipo of flanks and lower back as well as a breast lift with augmentation. I have been wanting to get rid of my nasty stomach for a really long time. I had a "pooch" before I even had kids! After 2 pregnancies gaining 60 pounds both times and one c-section, I am going in on October 20th and am so excited!
After losing the "baby weight" I started really working out (with a trainer) and firming up all over. My arms, legs, butt, thighs...everything looks great! Except my stomach, flanks and breasts.
I will post my before pics soon and keep everyone updated on my recovery. I have lots of people coming in to help me with the kids and I will have 2 weeks off of work. Hopefully everything goes well!
Updated on Oct 7, 2009:
Updated on Oct 22, 2009:
Had full TT, BA with lift and lipo of flanks 2 days ago and I'm doing great. The first night in the hospital was pretty rough,I'm home now and doing well in my recliner. As long as I stay on top of the medicine, I'm doing well pain wise. Getting up and down is the hardest part, but it's over quickly.
I'm pretty swollen right now, not much drainage happening, but I can already tell that it's going to be great. It's amazing and I'm super happy!!
Updated on Oct 23, 2009:
Updated on Oct 26, 2009:
Just got home from my first post-op appointment and it went really well! I got my drains out and the dr. said I can wear a regular sports bra now. Having the drains pulled out was not pleasant, but it was over quickly. I did take a pain pill about an hour before the appointment, so I think that helped. I still have very minimal bruising and I'm feeling great. Stopped by Target on my way home from the doctor to do a little shopping (which felt good to get out of the house) and am planning on taking a nap when my little girl does. So...still happy and can't wait to try on my new bikini I just bought online!!! (I've NEVER worn one) :) Fingers crossed!
Updated on Oct 27, 2009:
Ok, so I got my drains out yesterday and I'm feeling good today. I've only had advil thus far, will take a pain pill in order to sleep tonight. The worst part of today was when I sneezed twice -- NOT fun. But I'm up and around for short periods of time throughout the day, and I'm even heading to a short meeting in the morning for work. So I posted more after pics...can't wait to be all healed!
Updated on Nov 3, 2009:
Nov 3, 2009Comments and replies (13)
24 posts
22 Oct 2009
congrats to you! make sure you post some after pictures, once you get feeling better.
4 posts
23 Oct 2009
please keep us posted! Good luck!
30 posts
26 Oct 2009
Aww..you look good @2 weeks,hang in there,you are still swollen..and by 6 weeks omg,you will b like dang..hahaah..congrats on your new body!!!
2 posts
27 Oct 2009
I have just booked for my tummy tuck and breast uplift, also lipo to my back. I also have lost weight and saggy bits were left. Your picture has really given me hope. Great body.
2 posts
5 Nov 2009
Thanks for posting your photos. I can hardly believe you're looking so good and doing so well in such a short time. My surgery is in 2 weeks and I'm encouraged by your success.
11 posts
7 Nov 2009
How long did it take you to consider getting the surgery? And once you did, how long did it take for the doctor to decide when you should go for the surgery?
11 posts
9 Nov 2009
Thanks so much for your response. My husband is saying the same thing - NOT! I'm planning to go to a hospital to have it done because I can't afford a private Dr.'s office. I was told it's just a good. My consult is this Wednesday, wish me luck. BTW, you look AMAZING!!!!
3 posts
10 Nov 2009
Hello. Have you returned back to work? I was comtemplated my surgery TT and breast lift but I would only be able to take two weeks off right now and I didn't feel that was enough time to heal. What do you think?
11 posts
7 Nov 2009
I'm considering a tummy tuck and breast lift with implants. How long did it take you to make this decision? After seeing the doctor, how long did it take for him/her to schedule you for surgery?