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I'm scheduled for my tummy tuck on June 19th. This...
lupinaJune 13, 2013
WORTH IT$5,400
I'm scheduled for my tummy tuck on June 19th. This is something I have been wanting for over 10 years. But luckily i waited because after 10 years got pregnant again. I have 3 daughters and a son. My son is 16 and my daughters are 13, 11, 2. I also have two step children I love as my own ages 13 and 10. I'm 5'3 and weight 139. I am currently at my heaviest ever. My husband loves to eat out and I like to please him.lol. I just turned 37 this month. I'm taking my vitamins and I am ready to get this over with. I am also getting a hernia repaired at same time as Tt.
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Pictures of my flab
lupinaJune 14, 2013
I like to wear fitted clothing and for the past year I have noticed I now have a muffin top I can't get rid off. My daughter once asked me why I was sticking out my tummy and I told her I wasn't. She asked why I was so bloated. Well I must still be bloated cuz it never went away. I can loose weight fast when I diet or exercise but from the wrong places. My boobs are the first to go flat then I also loose weight from my face. Can't believe I'm finally doing this. I do worry about scar being too high. Doctor did say my belly button is to high and that the skin around my belly button is to thin so I might need a vertical scar as well. I really hope I don't. I have seen some pictures on this website of how that might look and it doesn't look that bad but I rather not have it. And if I do need it I hope it looks as good as the pictures I've seen if not better. I'm 6 days away, any advice for preop?
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June 14, 2013
Glad we met too :-). Can't believe how close we are to our surgery dates. Praying we have great results without complications.
June 14, 2013
Hey there! Im 5 weeks post op. My advice to you, is to get ready for the swell. Don't get frustrated, because you will be swollen for months. That was the one thing I never really planned on and it can get a bit discouraging. Take your pain meds around the clock. The first three days are bad, but after that you will start to dramatically feel better. I was only on the painkillers 3-4 days. Wear your binder the entire time your doctor tells you to and don't pick up heavy stuff! Get the scaraway silicone strips, they are AMAZING. Like I said I'm only a little over 5 weeks post op and my scar is almost completely flat and pencil thin :) email me if you have any questions! lifeskittles@gmail.com
June 15, 2013
Thanks so much for your advice. It helps to know what to prepare for. I'm getting so nervous. How soon did you start using the scar away silicone strips? I'm planning on taking bromelain for the swelling hope that helps a little. Dr want me on cg for 6 weeks. Also plan on eating cabbage soup for swelling and drink lots of water.
June 15, 2013
Good luck. I go on the 18th. We will do great.
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lupinaJune 16, 2013
Can't believe I am two days away from my surgery. This morning I forgot to take my vitamins and I feel fatigue. I hadn't notice how the vitamins were actually helping with energy. I am taking prenatal vitamin, vitamin c, zinc, iron, and B complex. I will start taking the arnica today and wait to take the bromelain until after surgery. I hate taking pills. The make me nauseated. I did not buy stool Softner but I am eating papaya every morning. It help me stay regular. I hope that is enough for after surgery. I went grocery shopping and I will be making some no sodium cabbage soup. I read the cabbage also helps with constipation. Bought apple sauce, salad, salmon, and chicken breast. I will be making a lot of soup and will freeze. Also bought pineapple and plan on eatting it these next few days. My parents lend me this lawn chair that is like a recliner. I think it will help to sleep in. It reclines back. Posted a picture. My sectional sofa has recliners but I think I will make too much force to get it where I want it. I also borrowed some granny pajamas from my mom. The type that is a knee length with snap on buttons all the way down. Think that will help first few days. Let me know if you have any advice as to what else to buy.
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June 17, 2013
My surgery is the 19th too. Will start Arnica tomorrow and bromelain post op day 1. I feel ready and organized. I got a pillow wedge and have a sleep number bed and am used to sleeping on my back, so hopefully will be comfy in bed. Got a toilet riser. Thought since I'm 5'7", I could use help there. Good luck. I'll watch for your posts.
June 17, 2013
Great to fun someone with same surgery date. I am so used to sleeping on my tummy and my side. I'm dreading sleeping on my back. I wanted a toilet riser too but didn't get one. I read some use a funnel thingy to pee like a men.lol might consider one of those. Lets keep each other posted. Need all the help I can get :-)
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