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“TT & BR, May 13th - Alaska”

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Posted 22 Mar 2011

have been overweight for the last 5-6 years and have tried everything but I just can't seem to get down to the weight I want and what the BMI charts say. I’ve struggled with thyroid issues for most of this time and though I have loss some I will likely not get to the recommended weight (according to BMI).

Let’s discuss these BMI charts, I think they do not take into account your body structure and build. I am overweight but am 5"10 and 219lbs, very curvy. I still believe I will get great results but it still scares me and keep struggling with waiting.

I initially was going in just for a BR but was told the TT would make a great improvement and if I don't do this now, likely never will. Any thoughts on this are appreciated. Also, are any of these scar therapies really helpful (silicone sheets) my PS swears by paper surgical tape.

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anon1674 23 Mar 2011
I am 9 weeks post op and my surgeon also swears by tape , for 12 weeks then recomends a good massage with bio oil .
Angiemcc (Community Manager) 23 Mar 2011

Good for you for going for it. I agree, we all have different body types and what works for one woman, doesn't for another.

Kimmers' swears by Palmer's Vitamin D Oil, so check that out.

(I'm going to move your review from Tummy Tuck to Mommy Makeover since you are getting breast work + a tummy tuck).

Thanks so much for sharing on RealSelf. May 13th will be here before you know it.

Calgary4390 23 Mar 2011
Before my tt surgery I lost 20 lbs just by cutting all weath products and sugar. I ate meat, eggs and vegetables. Be sure your abs muscles are good. Mine were and did not require any repairs. My recovery is fairly easy but still must be careful as my tummy skin is very tight.
Erie9410 26 Mar 2011
my surgerey date is May 13 also
Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 23 Mar 2011

Please ignore the BMI charts.  You are correct in saying that they do not take into account body type, muscle tone, etc.   I am 5'1" and when I weighed 134 pounds they said that I was overweight...seriously!  I am fit and full of lean muscle and that was not taken into consideration.

I have learned to ignore the BMI and weight charts.  If you feel good and are fit and healthy then I say go for it.

I had both the BR and TT and could not be any happier.  You will love having the tight flat tummy and perky lighter breasts.

Stick with the support you will find here on RealSelf and all will be fine. 

I look forward to reading your posts as you go through your process.   Make sure to take before and after pictures so you can watch your changes as you heal.
Blue Ridge VA 24 Mar 2011
I had a full TT with muscle repair on Jan 10th of this year. I am 5 ft tall and weighed 165. Very fit and physically active and full of muscle. I had twins 4 years ago and it made a doozy of my belly and muscles. Best dicision I ever made. I LOVE the silicone sheets!!!! They have worked wonders. I hope you have great results. If you have a TT with Lipo, and muscle repair.. beware of the soreness!!! I couldnt even wipe my own butt for 2 weeks after surgery. Be prepared is all I have to offer.
Calgary4390 26 Mar 2011
I am not sure about some of the above comments. Sure your bone structure will dicatate your minimum healthy weight but fat is not only on surface but it is also internal where it can cause serious health damage. I dropped 20 lbs before my tt just by cutting all weath products and sugar from my diet. Gluten can be hazardous to your health. Weath turn into sugar in your body which inturn is stored in fat cells. Losing weight before the surgery is important to achieve a better look.
CittyCat 26 Mar 2011
Hello, I just wanted to let you know I completely sympathize with what your going through, three years ago I inquired about a TT and I was about 170ish. I agree about gluten big time! I have a family history of autoimmune disorders which are linked to a gluten intolerance, even ADD and Autism (I have an autistic son who is gluten, ceasin free resulted in speech at age 3 one diet was started) Gluten is found in most wheat products and can stall or prevent weight loss. I was an Atkins fan from 2001-2008, but alas I was wrong....I would only gain and lose the same 40lbs (3x) It does work, but you feel toxic and gain it all back, plus animal products contain sat fat which is where toxins are stored. Go to my page for my 20 diet tips if you like. My stats were preg at 17 1998(160lbssz10-202lbs) heaviest 2003 (212lbs sz 16/18) (preg 2004, 167lbs-197lbs)I won't get to much more detailed here, but 167lbs was always my plateu, even with atkins, till I finaly got it and it clicked. I am now 127lbs, size 3, feels so weird to me, even now! I weighed this when I was 13, so it's really strange still. Good luck to you and feel free to ask me anything. Good luck.
Curvaceous-me 26 Mar 2011
Thanks for all your comments... I am trying hard to lose as much as I can prior to surgery, May 13th. I am already getting nervous, this is too long to wait,lol. I just keep looking at my spare tire wondering if I will miss it and if I will miss my large breast, is this strange, even though I am FOR SURE I want this? I definitly do not want to be any smaller then a C cup and would even be happy with a D. I love boobs but my cup runeth over, lol.

Also, I will not be having lipo. My PS is said if I am working out and keeping it up she believes I can improve this on my own. I guess she could get me for $ but I just hope without it I will look ok because I do have love handles!
I'm overweight but I do workout 5 days a week. I am eating pretty well, the weight is just stubborn. Maybe I need to cut my wheat, like post said before.??? What exactly does this mean, white carbs/sugar?
CittyCat 27 Mar 2011
Hi, yes stay away from sugar and the less wheat, the more you will lose weight. I would recommend 5 to 7 mini meals consisiting of mostly lean protein and fruit/veeggies, for carbs you can choose rice crackers or rice cakes, or stick to few wheat/gluten products but just cut way down. I am trying to go gluten free like my son, but it is a very hard adjustment to make, it means giving up all wheat products! If your not ready for that just cut back. Starchy carbs/sugar produce a higher insulin response than protein,fat,fruit,and veggies! Good luck on working out, this will help tremendously! Oh, and they always tell you not to work out at night, but I swear this kept me burning even while sleeping :).....seriously, I have one of those high tech sensor scales that tell your body fat, hydration, bone, etc, I had set my goal at 153lbs....thinking that would be amazing, I never reprogrammed the goal and when I step on its still so funny saying up 26lbs to goal...so I supppose what I did really worked because I never thought I'd see the 120's...you can do it girl, we are rooting for you! Ask me anything you think of love~(hugs)
anon1674 27 Mar 2011
please find out off your surgeon , if he would rather you were fit and healthy prior to surgery, and not frail because you have over done the diet, my surgeon told me to eat plenty of meat and veg for a few week s be for surgery , he said it helps the recovery,and i must say i agree with him, but every surgeon is different, i wasnt told not to eat carbs after surgery , but to eat well healthy food, little and often , wish you all the best x
Calgary4390 27 Mar 2011
Get the lipo, the dr may not want the trouble to follow up after the lipo. The diet and exercise will not remove the fat cells. Eat pleanty of meat and green veggies. Forget the carbs for a while and the weight will shed.
BmbSqdWife 29 Apr 2011
Good luck with your surgery! May I ask how much weight did they suggest you lose before the surgery? If you don't mind would you email me name of the doctor you chose and the cost. I would love to get tummy tuck! I'm overweight and I had a breast lift and balance in 2006, very happy with the results. At the time I had liposuction on my stomach. Now I have a ugly fat stomach. The surgery left heavy scarring on the inside leaving my stomach "deformed".
Thanks
Erie9410 30 Apr 2011
I had bariatric (lap band) surgery 3 years ago and have lost 60# I have lost 54% of my excess weight and am now 4 lbs under goal. When I saw my plastic surgeon I asked him if i needed to lose more weight and he said no that i was healthy and at a good weight. Because of the weight loss I have a lot of excess skin. I tell people my thighs keep on moving when I'm not moving. lol My surgeon is Dr. Kang and I have heard lots of good things about him. I had already looked him up on line. For my tummy tuck and bilat thigh lift his charge and the anesthesiologist is 6500 and the hospital is 2450 i have to stay overnight even though I didn't want to. Tummy Tuck in same day surgery is 5000. I have been getting ready by increasing my protein intake. I'm using protein powders in my food. Not everyone needs to do this but I felt it would be good since I do not eat alot. I'm also making sure I take my vit and calcium which I have to take anyways because of my bariatric surgery. it just that I always forget to take them. Good luck with your surgery. I'm very excited and can't wait.
Curvaceous-me 30 Apr 2011
I'm getting really excited & nervous, less then two weeks away. Still feeling uneasy that j didn't lose all the weight but if my doctor thinks the result will still be good now & after I lose more after surgery, I think it will be ok. I have some before pics but I think I'm going to wait and post them with my post op pics the first couple days. Ive been getting my list/ supplies together. Did anyone use a wedge pillow to sleep with in the bed? I'm not sure how long I'll be able to sleep in my recliner, don't like it and want to try and make my bed as comfy as possible! It's a high bed so may need to get a small step stool. Also, how important or beneficial is Arnica to take for surgery?
Calgary4390 30 Apr 2011
There is a limit how much fat they can remove, I believe, without affecting your health. The more weight you can lose before, the better the results. If you want to drop weight quickly, cut-oof all wheat products, corn and soy for starter and eat lots of watery based vegetable soup, meat and green vegies. I lost 20 lbs in 6 weeks that way. At the beginning you should lose weight quickly. Doctors want you to have a good level of iron in your blood before surgery = red meat.
Erie9410 1 May 2011
Losing a lot a weight too fast is not healthy plus you have a greater chance of regaining it(been there done that) Also cutting out one food group is also not healthy. You need the nutrients that are in wheat. Just be sure to use brown wheat. It is better to eat from each food group in moderation. Pre op is not a good time to start any kind of diet.
Calgary4390 1 May 2011
Sorry, no sale. Look into it. Gluten can be a big problem and it is in all wheat products. It may prevent losing weight as well as making you feel sluggish.
Erie9410 1 May 2011
sorry do not agree i've been under a bariatric dr care for 3+ years and am a registered nurse
Calgary4390 1 May 2011
Suggest you enquire to nutrition specialist
Erie9410 4 May 2011
I see a Registered Dietician (they have a 4 year college degree) at my bariatric dr.
anon1674 26 May 2011
I must say that i agree with you , on the weight and diet issue, un like the lady who thinks she is right about all dietry issues. Not everyone is the same , and my surgeon insisted before my surgery that i was not on any sort of diet , and that i was healthy, which would and did help my recovery, i have never been told to stop carbs , or wheat , after surgery , i ate good protein meals, i think it would help on this site if people just shared their experiences , and not insist that there way is the right way , it is not very constructive, or even helpful. Listen to your body!
Erie9410 26 May 2011
Very important at this time with the incisions to eat as much protein foods as possible or add protein powder. Your body needs this protein to heal the incisions. As a nurse we give extra protein (powders and drinks) to our patients with large wounds and incisions like this. My Dad passed away last year and didn't eat for 3 weeks and within days had a skin breakdown. I agree with you about sharing experiences and what is the wrong way/right way. I may have come off strong but was basing this on personal experience and fact. We counsel our patients on this issue and sometimes I think more like a nurse! lol Glad you are doing well. I get to go back to my part time job next week. Just found out. Can;t wait to go back. I love my jobs (being a nurse) take care.
Curvaceous-me 1 May 2011
Thanks for all the feedback! Well the big day is next Friday, 13th. I'm going ahead with the TT, if I don't do it now, I know I never will later. I'm already getting my BR. I am just praying all goes well, I make it thru ok and the result are good, though I do have realistic expectations. I've seen people get BR and then after they didn't realize how big there stomache was/got. So hoping mine will blend in-:) lol.
BmbSqdWife 2 May 2011
Good luck! I had a BR and wanted the TT the doctor talked me into liposuction. My breast look great, but my stomach is misshaped. I want a tuck!! Good luck! I'm sure you're look wonderful :)

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