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6 weeks post op and ready for the swelling to go!!!

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I am a 25 yr old mom of two boys 7 and 3. After...

MSmomof2March 8, 2011
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I am a 25 yr old mom of two boys 7 and 3. After putting on 50lbs with my first, then donating a kidney to my father, then getting pregnant again my stomach looks absolutely horride!! I breast feed my second son so there went my boobs! I have wanted to do this for many years and finally got the courage and money to do it. My surgery is scheduled for March 25.

I have been reading everyone's reviews and I must say I am still really nervous but I am so glad I found this site. I will keep everyone up to date and post pictures soon.

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Walter Efird, III, MD (in memoriam)

Walter Efird, III, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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semperfimymarine
March 8, 2011
Hey girl! The two weeks are the hardest. After that, it's smooth sailing! Everything is just so tight until then, and you can't stand up straight it's just uncomfortable, not painful per say. You will need help for atleast the first week with the kids. My husband stayed home with us for 10 days, and I was scared the night he went back to work, but I did fine. You don't have a baby to lift on like I do, so it will be much easier for you. =) But even just taking care of yourself is daunting the first week or so. I know for me, at the 2 week mark, it was like night and day, I just felt so much better all of a sudden. At that point I started taking walks again, and grocery shopping. I am now almost 5 weeks out, and time has flown after the first 2 weeks. I am getting excited about not having to wear my compression garment after next week! My dr told me I could wear spanx at 2 weeks post op, but I cant stand those things, so I have just been wearing my stage 1 binder they gave me. However, I did find last week at Victoria's Secret, they have a thong waist cincher, and that is the most comfortable thing I have found, so I bought it for when I do something with friends or my husband and don't want to wear that bulky binder. =)
Memphis226
March 18, 2011
I had to wear my binder for 4 weeks and then it was too big. I'm in spanx now and they are wonderfully tight, but hell to take on and off to potty. Can you tell me more about the VS garment?
MsWhit
March 8, 2011
I always get excited when I see women my age that are going through this adventure. Good luck and I would love to keep in touch. My surgery is March 14th 6 days from now.
MSmomof2
March 10, 2011
Good luck to you too! I have to agree there are not as many young moms on here as one would think.
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Angie_M
March 11, 2011

If anyone deserves this, it's you! I'm so glad you get to do this for yourself. You only have two weeks to go.

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bridg0809
March 18, 2011
Hey there!! I'm so excited for you! It normal to be worried/scared/excited..many,many mixed emotions. But let me tell you how exciting it is when I look down and dont see my old wrinkly grandma looking pot belly anymore!!! I cant wait to hear all about your journey! I wish I knew about this website before I had my surgery..found it 2 weeks after. It is great.
MSmomof2
March 18, 2011
Thanks for the reassurance, I certainly need it now!!! I am 1 week away, I paid the surgeon yesterday. I am starting to wonder if I really want to do this. I am worried about getting necrosis since I am a smoker and I have a previous scar on my tummy. Anyways I guess all I can do now is hope for the best!!
Memphis226
March 18, 2011
I'm so excited for you and he and his staff are great. They make you feel so comfortable. Good Luck !!
UPDATED FROM MSmomof2
4 days pre

4 days until surgery!! I am getting very excited/...

MSmomof2March 21, 2011
4 days until surgery!! I am getting very excited/ nervous, I talked to my doctor today and took him some new pictures of what I wanted to make sure my expectations were realistic and that we were on the same page as far as outcome. I have decided to go with 425cc gel implants placed under the muscle. I can't wait to see the outcome!!

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So my big day is tomorrow and I can't wait!! I...

MSmomof2March 24, 2011
So my big day is tomorrow and I can't wait!! I have been eating fresh pinapple to help with the bruisong and swelling (thats what the nurse tells her face lift pateints to do).
I will post my pictures as soon as I feel up to it. I couldn;t bring myself to post my before pictures without the after... trust me girls they aren't a good sight!!! Anyways I am super excited for tomorrow, wish me luck, and keep me in your prayer!!!

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CittyCat
March 24, 2011
Good luck girl, we will be sending positive vibes to you! What a wonderful thing you did for your father! Good luck and let us know how you are doing when you feel up to it. Oh and don't use those arms for awhile seriously. (Hugs to you)
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A new me..
March 24, 2011
Good luck tomorrow is your big day!!!
MsWhit
March 24, 2011
Good luck tomorrow! Tomorrow marks the first day of your new life. Praying for you and can't wait to hear how your doing and see your results!
Memphis226
March 25, 2011
Good luck today !
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CittyCat
March 25, 2011
Hi Hon, good luck today! I answered your question on my page for when you return and feel better. I'll be sending positive healing thoughts your way!
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