I'm a 35, mother of 2 girls - Newark, DE
Hi RealSelf, I'm a 35, mother of 2 girls (4...
Hi RealSelf, I'm a 35, mother of 2 girls (4 & 3). I knew I wanted a TT after my first child, but wanted to wait until I was free and clear of having any more kids.
At first, my husband did not understand, but after much grumbling about not fitting anything and complaining about how unhappy I was about my body, he said he would support my decision to have a tummy tuck and breast reduction (I’ll post more about my breast under the Breast Reduction Topic)
Before the kids, I was a well-toned 5ft-0”, solid athletic build, flat stomach, size 8. After the kids I went to size 12 after the first one and size 14, after the second baby.
I am expecting this surgery to give me the boost in self-esteem and confidence in my body that I once had. Plus I'm looking forward to NOT having to adjust my pants when they rolled down or sew buttons on when the pop. Most of all, I'm looking forward to going shopping and getting my sexy back for me:)
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I'll post some after picks in next few days
I am glad to hear you are doing well! The pain will ease up each day and all will be fine. How nice to be able to sleep without the beeps all night. Now that is a bonus.
Can't wait to see your pictures.
Any sleeping tips? I think tonight I may sleep in this recliner
I am glad to hear that your family is taking good care of you :)
The first few nights are the hardest! Yes go to the the recliner with many pillows. That will be easier for you for a few nights. Any way you toss this it is all a pain in the butt the first week. You will be ok and feel better and better each day.
Keep up on the pain meds and fluids.
I found with my head and knees elevated I felt the best.
Good for you in doing this for yourself! You deserve it and will be happy in the end. I had the breast reduction done first and then the tummy tuck. I am extremely happy with both results and love the new body. You will feel amazing after all if done.
Your self esteem and confidence will go through the roof. And yes the shopping is also a blast. I think I now have every color under the rainbow in panties and bra's.
I am also a shorty 5-1 and I tell you we can't hide anything!!! I really enjoy having the breasts off the waist and the double muffin top off the Va Jay Jay. No longer do I have anything meeting in the middle.
Are you able to join us for the Webinar on the 15th? It will be both educational and fun!
what time is the webinar? you can email me the link, if I didn't miss it.. nanadrismom@gmail.com
thanks.
Shoot I was gone on vacation the past five days and just found this reply. The webinar was last night but it will be posted on the site soon. I will let you know when it is.