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4 weeks PO...headed to gym for light cardio- worth it!
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After giving birth to my son I gained so much...
Somethan4meSeptember 22, 2012
WORTH IT$7,500
After giving birth to my son I gained so much weight. 5'9 and 200 lbs. I linked up with a trainer who convinced me to do a figure body building show but even as a result...I had remaining skin.
I can't wait until my procedure..just more so to gain my confidence back! I have considered a TT for 2 years however assumed if I could get my weight down, my stomach would no longer be a issue. Well even at my figure show, I did place very well however that skin remaining on my tummy, almost drove me insane. Outside of shows...I do not feel comfortable at the pool with my son or anywhere top less.
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UPDATED FROM Somethan4me
2 days post
Glad I am on the flat side!
Somethan4meOctober 26, 2012
Glad I am on the flat side!
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October 27, 2012
Don't regret the lipo. It is a good use of money. They suck out fat cells - no other way to lose those things! I did lipo, too. When I made the decision, I also decided it was better to be a few pounds UP and get all that sucked out, then lose it evenly after the surgery.
You're a brave woman. I was terrified to look at my tummy and didn't even want to know what was going on until day 5 or so!
UPDATED FROM Somethan4me
3 days post
Day 3 not bad. Slept well last night and did not...
Somethan4meOctober 27, 2012
Day 3 not bad. Slept well last night and did not need any pain meds! Today is shower day...hopefully it will go well.
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October 27, 2012
Dr. Slatton did that thang!!!! Not that your before was that bad. He is meticulous and really takes his time for the pre op mark up and it shows. Your results are beautiful!
My swelling has gone down considerably and I am very pleased with the way things are shaping up.
You are right, he is a hidden gem, but not for long!!!
October 27, 2012
Indeed Sexysoulsister he is a hidden gym. I plan to post a few reviews on other sites so people can have more info regarding him.a
October 27, 2012
Congrats hope rest of your recovery goes well, nice post op piccie xx
October 28, 2012
Thanks ya"ll. Last nite was my first shower...did very well. However I started my cycle this am...2 weeks early..ugh.
October 29, 2012
Wow I started early too after my surgery. I though ehh maybe my body will be so banged up I will skip one lol. NO SUCH LUCK!
October 29, 2012
I wish you the best in your recovery. Keep us updated on how you are. I had Dr. Slatton as well.
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Yes, I have a full body suit bra included. I'm old school and let me tell you this is really a nice well made garment. I started wearing mine week 2-3 so its almost 2 weeks wearing the garment. It helps with the swelling and not uncomfortable at all. Make sure the lining around the clips are in place, I did have a slight irritation were the clip touched the skin. The cg is separate but recommended by him. The office will measure and make sure you bring it to surgery. I had some extra swelling for the first 2 weeks so I'm really just now wearing my cg. I am a DD cup and have no issues with the fit.
I also did the cbc test at Quest and rented the chair locally. It helps out a lot.
Be prepared for swelling. You are under for 5-6 hours with an IV and also on a drip for another 24. The full body suit helps with the fluid retention all over as well as mold you. I wore it to the Kevin Hart concert and it looked as though I had on black leggings under my dress lol.
I've never wet myself while going to the potty for number 1. I do pull it down for number 2. But the first couple of days you may want to use a cup because the drugs /catheter do a number on you.