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I am 37 year old , mother of 11 and 2. I had...

Lucamel
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I am 37 year old , mother of 11 and 2. I had complicated c section 2 years ago with terrible scar in the lower abdomen. I went to my ps for scar revision. He found out I have a small umbilical hernia and abdominal muscle also separated. He suggests I should have abdominoplasty done. Finally I got the date scheduled which is the friday before thanksgiving. Because I am full time working with my own business. Choosing this time I can take off one week to recover. I am 5'6" and 136 lb. I gained 60 lb during my 2nd pregnancy and still 20lb over my pre pregnancy weight. I ll stay in hospital over night. I requested perticular anesthesiologist, circulating nurse, general surgeon who will perform ther hernia portion and of course my ps who had great reputation in the area. I am very nervous. Especially which the experience of last. C section that I almost died during c section. But I determined I need to have it done. My friend told me I look perfect in size 4 dress , nothing need to be done. But I am the one look at myself in the mirror , I hate that scar. The small porch really doesn't borther me that much. If the hernia need to be fixed, I agree with ps,s recommendation. I'll keep update.

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UPDATED FROM Lucamel
1 year pre

I went to general surgeon's office today and the...

Lucamel
I went to general surgeon's office today and the surgical consultation for hernia repair part. Due to my terrible experience in the past during section. He asked me to get medical clearance. He said if I can't get clearence, I better live with the scar. I bet nobody wants any complications intraop.

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October 25, 2011

I certainly understand your fear considering what you have been through in the past with surgery.  But this is a different procedure and you are healthy so try to stay calm.  Keep the happy positive thoughts coming:)  

You will feel so much better having the hernia fixed along with the muscle tightening.  I really don't think it matters what size you are currently wearing.  A pouch is a pouch and it never feels good having that poking out from under the clothes.  The pregnancies are never easy on our bodies so one must take action.

How nice that you were able to pick your surgical team!   November 18th will be here soon enough so please keep us updated.  

 

October 26, 2011
I totaly agree with you: It doesn't matter what size I am wearing. Its the little pouch and scar that I see myself everyday. Thanks for the encouragement. I'll keep updated.
UPDATED FROM Lucamel
1 year pre

Due the surgery date coming up, I got an...

Lucamel
Due the surgery date coming up, I got an appointment with internal medical doctor for medical clearance yesterday. It went well and I got the clearance letter. Finally I am good to go. Very nervous. I am counting dates.... I am coming to this forum more often and read other people, experience and tell myself, it will be ok, not big deal. I guess it's type of self directed psychotherapy... I am going to Halloween party tonight. I will be snow whites evil stepmother. It will be fun.

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October 30, 2011
Congrats on your decision to move forward! Another soon to be Jersey tummy Tucker on the way!
November 1, 2011
Keep fingers crossed. You look amazing post surgery. I wish I have good result as well. Did u have trouble breathing after surgery when tummy got very tight? How long did u take to get ready for normal daily activity such as working ect?
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November 2, 2011
I had some trouble breathing but it didn't last long. I went back to work (took it easy) after 10 days...
November 3, 2011
That really make me feel better. 10 days in perfect for me....
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November 2, 2011
BTW : you are going to have fantastic results ....you look good now!
November 3, 2011
Do I look good now? I should have taken the picture in sitting position. Not good at all. Lol