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7 Days Post-op TT - Fort Lauderdale, FL

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It's been 6 wks. I feel very good. Walking,...

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It's been 6 wks. I feel very good. Walking, drinking lots of water and resting when my body tells me to. I look in the mirror every time and can't believe that's me. My hubby has become my stalker; he's amazed. I feel good; still swollen at the end of the day though. Can't wait to hit the gym, but for now I'm content with walking. I'm finally freee of the garment/girdle, sleeping on sides now (feels wierd) :)

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I read somewhere that after healing from TT, you...

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I read somewhere that after healing from TT, you can put a small marble in the belly button to open it up. Does anyone remember reading this? Replies appreciated.
It's 12 days Post-op; feeling better. I drove to the store. I can't wait to be able to pick up things off the floor. I can't wait to get back to my normal rountines. I realize every one's results vary. I'm happy but I won't be doing this again. Ready to grow old gracefully

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L
March 14, 2011

Yes I read the information about the marble too. I think it was on a website called {edited}. I think you need to be a bit further down the track after surgery to do it? I will check this info too.. Happy healing :)

{Edited by Kirsty: Please do not link to third party sites}
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L
March 14, 2011

Ok checked out the site- {edited} then click on "road to recovery " the "marble trick" is listed here.

{Edited by Kirsty - Please do not link to third party sites}
M
March 15, 2011
Thank you. I went on the site before but forgot the name. I love their encouragement. I know I'm not ready for the marble trick, but I want to be ready for when the time comes. Right now I'm miserable; especially at the end of the day. I feel like I'm pregnant & starting to show. =(
How are you doing with your recovery? Your pictures look good!
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L
March 15, 2011
You probably feel miserable because you are so fatigued by the end of the day too. Hopefully the swelling will get better each day :)
My recovery is going as well as can be expected. Not too much swelling but get fatigued quickly and am short of breath. I think my tummy is so tight my diaphragm is still getting used to trying to expand!!! I also struggle with any turning movements because where the muscle has been repaired is quite tender. I usually would be exercising hard daily and at the moment a walk to the end of my street is exhausting! Everything is temporary though so I know it will get easier day by day- baby steps !
Keep your chin up and I bet that swelling will get better really soon :)
K
March 19, 2011

Glad to hear you are doing well.  Hang in there and be a good patient :)
C
March 30, 2018
I agree! I’m 6 days post op, and I wouldn’t go through this again either.
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I apologize for the improper intro. I'm 45,...

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I apologize for the improper intro. I'm 45, married 25 yrs w/ 4 grown children. I've been exercising & watching what I eat for yrs. Lost several inches on waist & thighs, was happy until I realize my middle jiggled & moved (yuck!)Had a trainer at the gym & all which made me stronger. I'm fit & solid but didn't like the jiggle in the middle and so I decided to do something for me. Swelling is down a bit & I'm looking ahead. (big smile)

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