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7 1/2 weeks post op! couple of new pics.
UPDATED FROM BluegrassMom
1 month post
Everything is going great. I have not been wearing...
BluegrassMomJuly 30, 2012
WORTH IT$13,987
Everything is going great. I have not been wearing my compression garment at all for about 5 days now and the swelling has not been bad at all. I would say the only time I get a little swollen is at night but that is probably because I am hauling around my 4 and 1 year old all day long. I feel great though, no pain at all.
I love shopping and trying on clothes! I actually have to slow down, my bank account has taken a beaten since the surgery. My hubby does not make me feel bad for buying all the stuff though because he loves that I am so excited about how I look. This surgery is 100% worth it. Pick a great surgeon like I did and go for it!
I love shopping and trying on clothes! I actually have to slow down, my bank account has taken a beaten since the surgery. My hubby does not make me feel bad for buying all the stuff though because he loves that I am so excited about how I look. This surgery is 100% worth it. Pick a great surgeon like I did and go for it!
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August 12, 2012
Thank you do much for sharing your journey. I am thinking of going down that road in September, hopefully my results will look as awesome! I wanted to know when did you officially start caring for your kids, without help? thank you!
August 13, 2012
I am so happy I did this! If you have the opportunity take it! My mom and sister were here for the first 2 1/2 weeks, and after that I was on my own. The doctor was still giving me then old "not allowed to lift anything" bit but my life had to go on. I do not recommend lifting a lot like I had to. Walking around and evening picking up a little bit was ok but lifting up my youngest to go up the stairs and stuff was really hard and painful. So I just limited myself to only picking her up to get her in and out of the crib. I didn't give the girls baths or lug the vacuum around, it was just too hard. My hubby too over those jobs for awhile. Even now, I'm almost 2 months out and there are some days where lifting just hurts a lot still, but it's getting better. The good days out weigh the bad for sure at this point. It's holding or pulling on a heavy object (or person) for a long period of time is what will make you tired. And at least my youngest is walking now so that really helps a lot. Let me know if you have anymore questions.
August 13, 2012
Wow, that's awesome you had so much support!:) My husband can only help me for the first three days (son will be at school and daughter will be with grandparents. And I can keep my kids at my parents so I can recover for 3 weeks or so ) but I was wondering how long do you need an actual person there helping you? When was it ok to recover on your own? :) thanks for the answers and support it helps a lot!! I am so nervous. Always want to back out.
August 13, 2012
Do you mean like when can you shower or go to the rest room and just walk around and stuff without help? I would say after a few days I was able to get out of bed And walk to the restroom and stuff without help. But you need to take your pain pills as directed or else if you let them wear off and then try to move its that much harder. I also wouldn't be taking any showers while there is no one in the house for at least the first week. You will have drains (and possibly a pain pump if your doctor uses ten) in your incision and a lot of stuff that makes it a lot easier to slip and fall so if no one is home you don't want to be helpless. When you get your drain out, it's a lot easier to get around. I got mine out after a week.
August 14, 2012
Yes, thats what I meant:) like when do you think it was ok to be on your own.:) but it sounds like you are doing awesome! You look hot milfie! :)) I get excited but I am a huge wimp

June 3, 2013
I seen where you were in the medical field.. I am also! I am 27, and I work as an xray/ct tech(the only one at my clinic). I have a consult with Dr. Schantz next week. Just curious how long you took off work and how was it going back?? I'm afraid of coming back and ripping something open. Your results are exciting for me, I cant wait!
UPDATED FROM BluegrassMom
1 month post
Tomorrow I will be six weeks post-op. I really...
BluegrassMomJuly 17, 2012
Tomorrow I will be six weeks post-op. I really love how everything turned out and I know things will only get better as time goes on and I am able to exercise more. To be honest, the worst part of the surgery is not pain or anything like that but its the waiting to feel normal again! With this summer being so hot and me being wrapped up in my garment for a month, it got hard to be in the house so much. But I wouldn't take it back for the world. My doctor and his staff have done and will do anything for me and that is a great feeling!
I went to express the other day to just look around and walked out spending 300 on new clothes because I was so excited how everything fit me! I could wear their jeans in the size I actually am instead of buying 2 sizes bigger because I was afraid of my muffin top sticking out. I love how dresses fit me too, I want to wear a fitted sexy dress all day everyday! Haha.
I am so happy with my results.
I went to express the other day to just look around and walked out spending 300 on new clothes because I was so excited how everything fit me! I could wear their jeans in the size I actually am instead of buying 2 sizes bigger because I was afraid of my muffin top sticking out. I love how dresses fit me too, I want to wear a fitted sexy dress all day everyday! Haha.
I am so happy with my results.
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July 19, 2012
I have seen so many scar pics and can I just say I am amazed at how great your scar looks so soon. It's so flat and faded already. Did you do anything special to it. Creams, etc? It's prob genetic but your scar looks so good. You look great all over too. Congrats.
July 19, 2012
Thank you! No, not any special creams but I do massage it everyday for a couple of minutes. My doctor said that he does like maderma but it's the actual act of massage the scar to break down the tissue. Even in the shower I take dial soap and lather up and massage it really good. It seems to have kept the scar really soft. I usually scar pretty bad but this one is turning out pretty decent. And it doesn't hurt that my doctor is so great. My scars under my breast are almost invisible!
UPDATED FROM BluegrassMom
29 days post
Today was my 4 week post op appointment! It went...
BluegrassMomJuly 5, 2012
Today was my 4 week post op appointment! It went great and the doc said everything is looking good. I can start to wear normal bras and start to wear the compression garment less and less. So excited!
I went out with a friend the other night and was super excited to show off my new and more confident self. I had a blast.... A little too much fun though had a little too many martins. :) On a more personal level, the bedroom life is great! The hubby has been so excited for me to try on some new sexy things haha I'm happy he's enjoying it. I'm still careful though, I take it easy on getting creative with any fancy positions. I will post some new pics ASAP.
I went out with a friend the other night and was super excited to show off my new and more confident self. I had a blast.... A little too much fun though had a little too many martins. :) On a more personal level, the bedroom life is great! The hubby has been so excited for me to try on some new sexy things haha I'm happy he's enjoying it. I'm still careful though, I take it easy on getting creative with any fancy positions. I will post some new pics ASAP.
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July 6, 2012
hi,
I just wanted to say that your results look AWESOME!! im a little curious though how far back does the scar of the TT go? Is it just to the sides or a little further back?
I just wanted to say that your results look AWESOME!! im a little curious though how far back does the scar of the TT go? Is it just to the sides or a little further back?
July 6, 2012
It goes to my sides. A little past my hip bones. It doesn't wrap around my side or anything

You look great! I see you went 475 cc's. What bra size were you before! I want your boobs- that's why I am asking! Again u look amazing!