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A Little Something for Me - Fresno, CA
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After losing 67 lbs. I can't wait to refill the...
nomoreflapOctober 18, 2012
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After losing 67 lbs. I can't wait to refill the girls and lose the flap. I have had three sons all c-section. Between that and losing a lot of weight, my body is saggy. I have wanted to have a BA and TT for a long time. It will be so nice to feel feminine and sexy again. My surgery is scheduled for November 20th. I am both excited and scared to death! I am very lucky to have the support of my wonderful hubby. I hope he doesn't get too tired of taking care of me. I am a person who likes to take care of everyone else and I know that it is going to be hard to be the one being taken care of. I am now looking for a shower seat and writing down all the question that I want to ask at my pre-op appointment.
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Picked up my medical clearance today. It is...
nomoreflapOctober 18, 2012
Picked up my medical clearance today. It is starting to feel real now. Thanks to everyone who posts on this site. Reading your stories helps me to feel like I'm not alone in this.
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October 19, 2012
So looks like our surgery dates are 1 day apart. I am excited and nervous all at the same time. Do you feel the same? So thankful for this website. It helps to know there are others who know how you feel. I totally get the whole flap thing, believe me. I will be so happy to get rid of that! Congrats on the weight loss too. I bet after surgery you will really be able to reap the benefits of all your hard work. I'm working on my list of things to get together for surgery too. Glad you're here. I hope we can stay in touch through this because I know I'm going to be a bundle do nerves as the day creeps up. Here we go!
October 20, 2012
Thanks for doing this with me. I am glad to have your support too. I feel like I have so much to do before the big day. We are going to Disneyland and getting new carpet. I am feeling over whelmed, excited and scared. I really want this but dread the first few? days of recovery.
Are you getting a pain pump? I definitely am.
I'm glad I'm not doing this alone! We can do this!
October 26, 2012
I'm not getting a pain pump so I am very nervous about that. Everything that I have read says it is the way to go. My PS doesn't use pain pump with the drainless TT. I hope for really strong meds! I plan on keeping on top of the pain meds for the first week. I'm not trying to be a martyr. If we can get past first 3-5 days, hopefully that will be the worst of it, fingers crossed:)
October 26, 2012
I don't have a follow up visit until Nov. 29th because my surgery is 2 days before Thanksgiving. That's 9 days after my surgery. i see others going in like 3 days post op. How long before your first follow up visit?
October 21, 2012
Welcome to the community:) Â Happy Mom Ahead!
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4 weeks to go. It feels like it is taking forever...
nomoreflapOctober 23, 2012
4 weeks to go. It feels like it is taking forever and quickly closing in on me all at the same time. I haven't purchased my extra compression garments yet. Will my PS tell me where to get them? I think this is what I'm most worried about right now. Oh, if you used a pain pump, how long did you have it and did it make the process better? What food did you eat after surgery? Anything else that you think I should be doing right now to get ready? Yes, I am getting really nervous!
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October 24, 2012
I love how you said it'd be nice to feel feminine and sexy again. It's all about how we feel inside, and feeling good only helps everyone around us, including ourselves! My date is the sixth, so we're in the same MM cohort! I look forward to sharing your journey. And to seeing your before pics! ;)
October 26, 2012
Are you nervous about having this done right before Thanksgiving? I won't have my first follow up visit until November 29th. Is that normal? I keep reading about people going to see their PS with in one or two days. When do you go for your first follow up?
October 26, 2012
Very nervous, luckily my folks will take care of Thanksgiving meal for my family. Guess I won't be eating much. I am staying the night with a nurse at an overnight facility. My PS requires it with a mm procedure. If I was going home, he would make come back next day for follow up. The nurse will report back to my PS the following morning & he will release me to go home in the morning or I will go back to his office if there is a problem. My next follow up is one week after procedure.
October 26, 2012
Hmm, I will have the pain pump but I am still nervous about not seeing the doctor for over a week post op. I will have to ask a lot of questions at my pre-op appt. on the 14th.
I am obsessing over this surgery. Thank goodness we are taking the family to Disneyland (as Christmas present) to get my mind off of it.
October 27, 2012
You just made a comment on my profile. Just wanted to tell you, the surprises that I encountered with my surgery. 1) Was tough getting in/out of bed the first 3 days. Had to do a log roll, use my arms to push me up. Also all other activities such as laughing, sneezing, coughing, kind of bothered my tummy. 2) I didn't have problems with BM because I payed alot of attention to it, before and after surgery. Stay on top of that. 3) Recovery much better than I expected. 4) After surgery, I ate soupy kind of foods (low salt), lots of veggies, some protein (meats, eggs). Pretty much normal things. I think the more you read about other peoples' experience, the more prepared you will be. Good luck to you.
October 29, 2012
I'm a little worried about the log roll since I'm also getting BA. I hope you are doing well! Thanks for sharing your experience with me.
October 29, 2012
Drinking pineapple juice, taking vit c, d, multi vit and exercising. (Stepper and treadmill 2 miles at 4mph) Hope this helps make recovery easier.
I'm struggling with my husband having to wait on me hand and foot. I don't like the idea of not being able to go to the bathroom on my own. I'm pretty independent and the idea of being stuck in my chair (recliner) is a bit unnerving. The idea of getting rid of this skin flap is so worth it though.
The nurse at my PS office said that the compression garment for my TT is sort of like a back brace belt with velcro. I feel better about getting in and out of that over the girdle with the hole between the legs. She told me to get a sports bra that zips in the front for a back up to my BA binder. that sounds easy enough. I still don't feel like it is really going to happen. I only have 3 weeks to go but because of our Disneyland trip it feels like a lot longer. I'm getting really excited about taking the family to Disneyland. Maybe when we get back it will start to sink in. Of course the carpet is being replaced in my house 2 days after we get back. ( I must be crazy! ). Then my pre-op appt is Nov 14th.
Sorry for the rambling. Just trying to keep my sanity and not get too freaked out.
November 3, 2012
Being healthy and in shape def will help in recovery. Your actual 'downtime' will go fast- I am the type of person who does not like to be waited on either-Im very independent. I really only needed help the first day or 2. I tried to do everything on my own. Getting up and down was tough, but got easier every time. Strong upper body and legs really help. Sneezing, coughing and laughing will be uncomfortable for the first 5 days-1 week. You may not have an appetite the first few days (which I loved!) So just eat what you can and try to keep it healthy. That really helps things in the BM dept too. I didn't have any issues, my antibiotic gave me the runs, so I never had any problems. If you are in independent person, you will likely bounce back quickly. I believe that the fact that I kept moving really helped. (though is it was at a much slower pace than I am used to) Do what you can and listen to your body. It really won't be as bad as you think it will be. :)
November 1, 2012
My first follow-up appt with my PS was on PO day #5. I find that people who are very close to their ideal BMI (body mass index), do better with recovery than those who are on the higher end of their BMI. Those who are close to their ideal BMI obviously have less flesh removed, less lipo; therefore, less trauma, which is the perfect set-up for a smoother recovery. Try to exercise as much as you can from now until about 3 days before the surgery because you won't be able to exercise that much for several weeks after surgery. Remember, to regulate your bowels before and after surgery. It's okay to have the husband help you. It'll make you closer. For me, I fell in love with my husband a little more, just seeing how great he was with me and the kids. Lastly, your husband will get something out of it too. He'll get a upgraded sexy wife out of all this. Not too bad for him. Pain for you, but eye candy for him. You'll be okay. Check on my profile periodically as I will update weekly or biweekly with my progress. Remind me when you have your surgery and ask me any questions that you have. I could not ask for a better recovery. You'll be so happy that you did this. Take care.
November 12, 2012
I went to your profile. You look amazing! I hope my recovery goes as well as yours. I'm 49 so I know it will take more time for me to recover. My husband keeps telling me that he is happy with me just the way I am and wouldn't care if I didn't do this, but he is also so encouraging and excited for me. I mean what man wouldn't be excited about nice boobs and a flat tummy on his wife? Or as you put it "eye candy". Thanks for all the encouragement. I need it! What items did you get together to have for your recovery? Oh, my surgery is Nov. 20th. Happy healing! You look great!
November 20, 2012
Thanks for all your posts. Please say a little prayer for me. I have to be there tomorrow at 11:30. I'm getting ready to take my shower and valium. Hope you are doing well. I'll check in on your posts as soon as I am able.
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