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Beautiful Babies, and a Flat Belly, Too - Golden, CO
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At 3 weeks post-op, life feels pretty normal. I'm...
WORTH IT$8,000
At 3 weeks post-op, life feels pretty normal. I'm back to taking my kids to the park, cooking, and cleaning. We've even done a small shopping trip at the grocery store. My incision has stopped draining completely, and the scabs on my belly button have fallen off. I'm extremely happy with the results, and can't wait to take off the tagaderm to really see my scar! I no longer feel reliant on my binder and I'm looking forward to taking it off next week. Big plus- I'm starting to fit into my pants a little better.
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I had my TT done by Dr. wolfe! I love them all at the office and had a hard time choosing which Dr of the 2 to go with. I chose Wolfe bc my friend got her boobs done by him and they look fantastic!
You look wonderful and I can tell how much the swelling has gone down each week. Im excited for you and that gives me hope that week by week I will look less swollen:)
You look wonderful and I can tell how much the swelling has gone down each week. Im excited for you and that gives me hope that week by week I will look less swollen:)
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14dpo - drainage from incision is turning from a...
14dpo - drainage from incision is turning from a clear red to more of a red/orange, which I've read is part of the progression. Looking forward to no more drainage! Two more weeks of wearing my binder. Hoping I won't feel like I need it so much by then. I hate sweating in this heat with the binder on.
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I think you look pretty darned good! I'm sure it will be nice when the drains are all gone. I'm still pre-op so haven't walked down that road yet. Your results will just get better and better.
Puggymom- Thanks! I actually don't have any drains. My doctor doesn't use them. I have a very small area in my incision that is draining fluid. According to my PS, it doesn't happen often. Can't wait for it to stop! Good luck with your surgery!
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13dpo: I did not make it to the park yesterday,...
13dpo: I did not make it to the park yesterday, and think I'll just shoot for next week. I had a muscle strain on my right side last night that was really bothering me, but I'm feeling better today. Feeling better every day! Standing straighter- anyone other than my husband would think that I'm straight. I continue to remind myself about my posture, because it seems I automatically hunch over to protect my incision. It is worse at night after a full, active day. I was so excited to see my belly this morning! The swelling near the incision is decreasing (though it's still very swollen) and I can see that I'm going to have my body back. What a gift!
My 17mo old fell asleep on me, nursing today, so I was forced to carry him upstairs to his bed, but other than that, I'm trying to take it easy. Looking forward a couple of weeks from now, and hoping that I'll be fitting in my clothes, and enjoying life as usual. Two week post-op pics tomorrow!
My 17mo old fell asleep on me, nursing today, so I was forced to carry him upstairs to his bed, but other than that, I'm trying to take it easy. Looking forward a couple of weeks from now, and hoping that I'll be fitting in my clothes, and enjoying life as usual. Two week post-op pics tomorrow!
You look wonderful:)
I had a huge moral argument with myself before doing this surgery- as a feminist, shouldn't I just embrace the natural outcome of pregnancy? I think that we should. But it doesn't change the fact that I feel so much better with tight skin. I'm beyond over-joyed regarding the results. I wish every woman who wants it could have this done after sacrificing her belly for her children.
You shouldn't have to settle for anything that makes you uncomfortable. Part of being a woman is having the right to feel good about yourself and make the improvements we need. And if that takes a little nip tuck then so be it :)
I am glad you are feeling so wonderful and loving your results. So you go to the store with pride and let those men look you up and down. Go ahead and cause a little whiplash...LOL