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Nervous Schedualed March 1st for TT W- Lipo - Massachusetts
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HI, I am 34 yrs old mom of 2 beautiful...
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HI, I am 34 yrs old mom of 2 beautiful children 11, and 8. when i gave birth to both children i was well over 215 lbs. Prior to having my babies i was about 130 at 5'3.I have tried the gym and diets but nothing will get rid of this flab i have for skin now!! I have been reserching TT procedure for about 7 yrs now.. I have now finally schedualed my date for march 1st. The time is fast approching now and i am getting scared. I know i have made the right decision and my husband is supportive with me doing this, however im still a little worried.. If anyone has any advise please do share!
Thank you for listening to me..
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UPDATED FROM Soccermom11
8 days pre
I am going to add a few pictures of my pre tt...
I am going to add a few pictures of my pre tt tummy.. I cant wait to get rid of this! I will add new pics late next week if im up to it.
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February 21, 2011
Your story sounds much like mine. I was very worried but this site helped me so much and I am glad I did it and you will be as well! I am 5days post op had a full tt, muscles tightened, and lipo of flanks. I am very happy and thankful I went through with it!You will be saying the same very soon!! Good luck!
February 22, 2011
I had a comfort pain pump and I honestly feel it helped so much. The day after I had it removed I could tell things are more sore and tender than I thought for the first 4 days. If you can have one I highly recommend getting it!
February 22, 2011
I am not getting the pump but i was perscribed some very good pain meds. I hole they work well!!
February 24, 2011
Your telling me! My PS said sometimes the pain pump really doesnt work. I dont know. Something about the med's going in the wrong area and also sometimes the pump doesnt allow the incision line to heal properly. I have no idea what he is talking about cuz I really know nothing about how it is inserted ! Anyways, I sure hope the med's are strong enough. Did you already pick up your med's or will ur PS give it to you on the day of the procedure ??
February 24, 2011
Hi Farz My PS has already mailed me my scrips and i have to say they are strong. I Already have them filled sitting in the cvs bag. I have to bring them on the day of surgery. I was scared in the beginning of this week but now im just excited and wanna get this over with! Im dying to see my results! I truely hope they are what i think they will be! Good luck to you an keep in touch we can chat while we are recovering!
February 24, 2011
The way my PS put the comfort pump in was through two little hole at the top of my abs under and between my breast. They then placed them over my abs kind of like how you lace up a corset. It pumped the meds of my abs for 4 days and then I removed them myself at home. It did increase the drainage in the tubes and cause a little more swelling. Both did drease after it came out. My stomach was basically numb for another day or so after. Thought I would fill you in a little. It did not mess with my healing at all. My PS was surprised at how well and fast I was healing. Good luck
February 21, 2011
I'm so happy for you casswilson! I'm glad to hear your surgery went well! How swollen are you from the liposuction? Do you have drains? I was told by my ps I would have At lease 2 Drains. just wondering if they are painful or not.
February 28, 2011
hello, i had a tt done on the 21st, it is well worth it, you will be amazed at the results, but the drains are ick in my opinion but you have to have them, they just put them in the worst possible spot, but its been almost a week for me and i pulled one out today and hopefully the other can come out tomorrow:) there is a lot of swelling as well, so dont be discouraged, it takes or can take several weeks for the swelling to be gone,but i too have had a few kids and i was all mis-shaped, i look great even though i'm still swelled up, i have a normal belly button, it's so great- it is very exciting and rewarding- try not to get to nervous and think of how you will look when its all done, best of luck:)
March 1, 2011
Hi sorry it took so long to get back to you. I am not swollen to bad from the lipo just a little. It looks just about the same size as they did before. I hope it does go down a lot more but we will see its been almost 2weeks and they dont seem much different. I had to drains and personally i hated them one was kind of painful but I think thats because I pulled it a little in the beginning. The drains do a wonder with the swelling. But life with them out is amazing!! TIme flies and the drains come out fast.
February 21, 2011
I replied with my phone to you, but im now on my pc. I looked at your pictures and you look fantastic!! your Dr did a great job from what I can see!
February 22, 2011
Thanks I feel pretty good. I did swell but not to bad from the lipo, I was surprised. Today they removed one tube since my drainage was at about 15 for the day. They are going to remove the second on wednesday. It didnt hurt when they removed it but it was horrible to have for just 5days lol. I was ready to have it out! The second isn't as bad the other was red and irritated. When they removed it I honestly thought I felt something pop but it didnt hurt just felt off.
February 22, 2011
I had a good feeling the drains were going to be a pain in the backside..LOL... as long as they dont hurt! i am not a baby to pain but the least pain the better.. how did you keep the drains in place? I heard to wear 2 pairs of underwear to hold them?? Im sure my dr will tell me whats best.
Wed is going to be a good day for you to get the last one removed! Thats got to be a good feeling!! Please keep me posted with how you do the next few weeks! I will be posting pre TT pics this week. I am bigger than you but im sure ill get great results!
Wed is going to be a good day for you to get the last one removed! Thats got to be a good feeling!! Please keep me posted with how you do the next few weeks! I will be posting pre TT pics this week. I am bigger than you but im sure ill get great results!
February 23, 2011
The one did hurt a little when I would sit or stand only bc I believe I had pulled it before. I used tape about 2inch from the hole I rapped tap around the tube and then with a little slack I taped it to my leg so if it got pulled it would pull the tape not the hole. I actually dont like how the underwear rubs on it.
I am so excited to have it out. Rather shocked they will be out by one week. I thought I would have them longer since I normally swell like no other on my period or if it gets to hot outside but the Lord was nice to me lol. I will keep everyone posted and I look forward to seeing you transform!!
I am so excited to have it out. Rather shocked they will be out by one week. I thought I would have them longer since I normally swell like no other on my period or if it gets to hot outside but the Lord was nice to me lol. I will keep everyone posted and I look forward to seeing you transform!!
February 23, 2011
Maybe ill need to try tapping it to my leg.. Im not excited about wearing briefs..Its been since i was a kid that i wore those, but i will do what i have to right now!! Im glad your happy with your results i think you look fabulous!!! :-)
February 22, 2011
Hi Soccermom,
Welcome to RealSelf! Your day is almost here and before you know it you will be home with a flat tummy :)
Make sure you have all of the necessary supplies on hand and that the house is set up for your recovery. Your hubby will do fine; they are actually very good nurses when necessary.
Make sure that you have plenty of help lined up for the kids and that you rest all you can for the first few weeks. Don't be in a hurry to get up and running again. Take is slow and don't push yourself. Listen to your body and pamper yourself for the first 6 weeks.
I look forward to reading your posts and seeing your pictures??
March 3, 2011
Soccermom....Please listen to this advise that Kimmers is giving you. I know you have just had surgery and as you start to feel better in a few days you will want to get out and go and pick up the house. I did that starting day 6 and thought how amazing I was. I even walked all over the mall for 2 hours the other day. Here's the thing....I am 3 weeks post op and I have ust realized that your mind and your body don't really agree with what light activity is. Yesterday my Dr. reminded me that this was major surgery and my swelling and muscle spasms are trying to tell me that I'm overdoing it during the day. He also said that you have to do very little for the first 6 weeks to allow the muscle to heal and get stronger. As women I think we feel it is our place to get bounce back quickly and take care of the family, but please don't rush your recovery. One more thing...I looked at your pics and you look amazing!!!!!!!!!!!
February 22, 2011
Hi Kimmers25
Thank you for the reassurance! I do have all suppies an then some. I think I bought more than I needed but better to be prepared.
I am sure my husband will do great and I have a lot of help from my best friend whom will be with me all week as well as my mother. The kids should be no problem with all the adults here. I don't want them to see me in pain it may scare them. I have explained. To my oldest child what to expect my son well he doesn't listen he thinks I'm some super hero an will recover right away..lol my daughter. Will Explain to him when the time comes or he'll go to his dad.. But all in all I have a lot of support at home, and that's half the battle already now I just need a speedy recovery I only took 2 weeks off from work. I hope I'm feeling better in time to go back. It is an office job so it shouldn't be to bad. I will post some pictures soon this week. I'm very shy with that..I will keep you updated.
Thank you for the reassurance! I do have all suppies an then some. I think I bought more than I needed but better to be prepared.
I am sure my husband will do great and I have a lot of help from my best friend whom will be with me all week as well as my mother. The kids should be no problem with all the adults here. I don't want them to see me in pain it may scare them. I have explained. To my oldest child what to expect my son well he doesn't listen he thinks I'm some super hero an will recover right away..lol my daughter. Will Explain to him when the time comes or he'll go to his dad.. But all in all I have a lot of support at home, and that's half the battle already now I just need a speedy recovery I only took 2 weeks off from work. I hope I'm feeling better in time to go back. It is an office job so it shouldn't be to bad. I will post some pictures soon this week. I'm very shy with that..I will keep you updated.
February 22, 2011
Don't be shy...we have all posted our junk to the world :) We just like to cheer each other on. We are all in the same boat so no worries.
As long as you totally rest the first two weeks that will help your healing process. You will be sore going back to work at 2, 4, or 6 weeks so just go slow. You are going to do fine...and have a nice tummy as a bonus.
It is all worth the little bit of pain and swelling we have for a while.
February 22, 2011
I will post pics this week..then update weekly if i can. I want pics for my self to watch my progress so i will post online to. :-)
February 22, 2011
You will love having the pictures to look at as you heal. So much fun...
Just noticed your profile pic...I have that as a tattoo!
February 22, 2011
Thats great to tatoo!! :-) I also posted a few pictures. Next week i will post after surgery.
February 23, 2011
I agree about the pictures. I didn't take any, thought it was something I never wanted to see again; but now I wish I had them.
February 23, 2011
I shocked my self taking these pictures and posting them for everyone to see.. This is not something I would have done if i wasn't haveing a TT! I am sure i will like to look back and see my progress..
UPDATED FROM Soccermom11
6 days pre
6 more days!! Im getting excited now.. Keep ready...
6 more days!! Im getting excited now.. Keep ready all the threds ladies it help more than you can imagine.
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February 23, 2011
Thanks Cass! I am hoping for great results the PS i chose seems to have had great results with other patients so im sure i will too! I cant wait now!!
February 23, 2011
Good Luck!! I will be reading your updates...mine is scheduled for March 11th :)
February 23, 2011
Thank you! Good luck to you also! Your date is going to come faster than u imagine! Lol... I can't believe mine is just about here! I've had this planned since November!
February 23, 2011
Mine has been planned since December so I know how you feel. Funny though I wasn't as obsessed until the date started drawing closer. I want this over and done with so I can resume normal thought patterns! I even dream wierd. haha! I'm not even scared anymore just ready to go!! I know you are so excited that your day is almost here. It's good to know so many ladies are waiting on your outcome and are rooting for you!
And your right time does fly. My date will be here before I know it :)
And your right time does fly. My date will be here before I know it :)
February 23, 2011
I was obsessed but not nearly like I am now! Your right I just want it done already! I think the weird dreams are normal because I had them too! Haven in a week or so now..I'm to the point I can't sleep I'm up all night! Everyone will / is rooting you on too! Its a great feeling. You think your family an friends understand then you talk to ladies on here an your just even more excited because we really understand! Its a great feeling!
February 23, 2011
I totally agree!! Plus on here you see real results day by day so if you are nervous at first sight of your incision or whatever...you see how much difference a month or even a week makes when healing! I'm so glad I found this website.
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