tips for after surgery that has worked for me- Minneapolis, MN

Just wanted to update! I'm almost 8 weeks post op and am really happy with the results. :) My only qualm with my belly is that there are two small little bumps that haven't healed flat. I think it might be scar tissue. But I'm not sure. The incision is still quite red, but I've read that it gets worse before it gets better, as far as scarring goes. I'm using my oils religiously, applying 2-3x a day and I believe it is making a difference. Hopefully within 4-6 months, I will see significant change! Will post pics when I get a chance but for all of you out there who are just beginning their journey or have just started recovering--it gets better!!!! Just give yourself time and don't push yourself too hard!

So tomorrow will be 3 weeks post op!!!! I can't wait believe its been this long already! I had an ultrasonic massage scheduled at my Dr. Office yesterday...I can't say enough good things about my Dr. And his staff. They are so accommodating and very helpful. I leave to go back home in the first week of August and they have been very supportive trying to work around my schedule for appointments. The ultrasonic massage felt so good too! Nurse said I was healing great...I still have scabs on my incision but it is healing flat and not bumpy. I'm anxious for my helichrysium (spelling) to come in so I can start my scar therapy. Nurse said it would be ok to apply. Since my Dr's office is in Minneapolis, my mom, the kids and I took a stop to the Mall of America. In preparing to go, I made sure to put on my compression stockings and garment. We did tons of walking but I wasn't as swollen as I thought I would be....though, I should have drank more water. I will be going back after I get the new twins in as I only got a couple moo moo-type shirts to wear in recovery. I tried to get the ones that kind of crumpled at the chest bc for maximum nipple coverage lol. Hope everyone is recovering well!!!!

Granted, I am only 3 weeks post op but I have already got some pointers I think will help someone out there!

1. Day of surgery, make sure you put a large trashbag on your car seat to ease in sliding in and out of car.

2. I highly recommend getting a toilet riser seat if you have low toilets and even packing it with you to the hotel if you are to stay in one after operation just in case the toilets are low. It is awesome and cost me $20.xx at my local hardware store.

3. If you have a smart phone, there's an app called "Drink Water Beta" you can dl for free and it will help to remind you to drink your recommended 8 glasses a day or however much you want your goal to be. Also charts your intake and resets the counter every night. I love it.

4. stool softeners are your friend. Lol

5. If you are interested in natural remedies to help with scar tissue, YouTube or Google manuka honey or even helichrysum in rosehip oil. Both have been said to have dramatic results. If you are allergic to honey, do not use it topically. Otherwise, if you do look into it, make sure it has a UMF of 16+ or higher. I got mine from a reputable source. Beware if buying on Amazon as some may be imitation. A little research goes a long way :) I ordered my helichrysum from naturesgift.com. Both places have had excellent customer service and shipped fast! I will be posting my after pics as soon as results come in.

6. Walk around and be mobile if you are able. It helps with the depression stage, at least it did for me as I wasn't able to.take care of my 11-month-old like I wanted to. I kind of felt helpless...more like useless lol. But walking around gave me clarity of mind.

7. Don't be afraid to talk to someone. I love this site bc ppl are so supportive.