43 Year Old, Married and Mother of 2 Children. - Massachusetts

Finally I will soon get my mommy makeover! I am scheduled for a tummy tuck and breast lift with silicone implants. I have been waiting to do this for over 10 years. I went through a long period of time wondering if the cost is worth it and would I ever be able to afford the surgery. Well it's time... I want this for me. I am 5'4 135 pounds, I workout, eat healthy but will never be able to correct things on my body without surgery. It's a fact and can be very depressing at times. I finally said that's it I'm doing this! I am super excited, nervous and hope that everything turns out great.

I met with the doctor today to finalize the surgery. I must say I woke up this morning a little freaked out about the surgery. Anxiety is definitely setting in... Not surprised. I asked my husband to come to the appointment with me so he would be well informed. I knew he would have questions and thought it would be best if he got his ansewers directly from the doctor.
I am happy to say that today went very well. Dr.delia spent a lot of time with us, explained every procedure and answered all our questions. I wrote down questions the past few days so I wouldn't forget to ask him. I had a few concerns I felt he should know about like my anxiety attacks and severe nausea when I have anesthesia. He listened to my needs and reassured me what steps we could take to help. He also reassured me that if i was concerned about anything from now to the surgery to please give him a call.

Ok, I started to question my choice of implant a couple of days ago pretty much in a day or two after my last appointment with my ps. I decided on 260-280cc gummy bear silicone along with my breast lift. I was worried they may be to small although I don't want to be to large either. It seemed most people choose a 300 range and are very happy. Big decision and I would like to avoid having a revision. Anyway, I decided to try the rice bag test I read on realself. Fill a plastice bag with the amount of rice that equals the implant size your thinking about. Surprised myself because now I'm leaning towards 300cc now...ugh. Well my surgery is next week so I called my ps.
Well, again he put me at ease. I told him what I was worried about and how I thought I should increase the size of the implant. He was very supportive and told me he would bring in a couple of implant sizes in the OR and use a sizer to test out how many cc's would give me a nice natural full looking breast. He also said he needed to make sure there wasn't to much pressure on my lift incision. I totally agree, I don't want issues with incisions. So when doubt or concerns start to creep in...communicate with your ps :) really helps

Another nice close up. Yuck

On my way to the hospital now. Snowing and a bit of traffic BUT ILL GET THERE!
To my surprise I slept pretty good. I have anxiety attacks but no sign of those, thank you lord. I'm sort I calm about things, I can't believe it. I truly believe its because of you all. Speaking freely about experiences helps others to relate and feel confident about their choices and that things will be ok. Recovery may be unpleasant but we can get through this and be truly happy in the end. Well wishes and talk to you soon :)

Ok if I stay still , not to much pain.
When's time to move around....oh that a different story. My TT isn't to bad . The sides of the boobs and armpit are wicked sore, swollen and tender. I'm told this is very common from friends on realself and the doctor. I am taking the Sinecch pills to help with swelling and bruising. Have been doing short walks around the house. It's not good to stay in bed.
I can't wait till Monday, I will get my dressings changed and see what I look like.

OMG finally a shower. Wow...I can't believe how great things looks. Most happy that my incisions are healing so well. NO bruising and a little swelling. I planned on taking pics but got a little wiped out so I decided to wait till later.
Only worry right now is when will the chest drop and relax. Pretty high still :)

Feeling pretty good :) still a bit swollen. Im pretty happy!

I noticed I really didn't post to much after my surgery. Well anyway things are going well!
The first couple of days were rough. Things were tight and a bit swollen but no drains! Doctor said I didn't need them. I really needed to take it easy, took my meds and didn't move around to much. Only moved to go the bathroom and do a few laps around the house.
Everyday I felt a bit better. By day 4, I was only taking heavy meds at night. Yesterday was my first day with nothing...whoo Hoo.
The only horrible experience I had was when I had a coughing fit...holy crap. Thought I would tear something. Only other issue was going the bathroom. I'm finally ok now but it was rough.
I'm feeling better everyday. My incisions are healing well and I don't see any bruising! Going back to see the doctor in 4 days to get stitches out of my navel :)

Thank you ladies for your support and information!

Ok, I ventured out of the house with my husband today! We did a little food shopping and actually went out for lunch. He's been super supportive through this entire process and it was nice to get out with him. I wasn't 100% but It went well. I did not rush around just took an easy pace. I listened to my body and knew when it was time to head home.
Still wondering when the girls are going to settle. Would like it soon. I heard it could be a while...ugh.
No complaints though things are going well. I'm very thankful.