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Mom Makeover on May 26th, 2011 - Phoenix, AZ
UPDATED FROM curveappeal
12 wks post op well I am doing my full workouts...
WORTH IT$15,500
12 wks post op
well I am doing my full workouts and I am doing everything that I did prior to surgery. My breasts seem like they have settled in, and they feel soft finally. I am enjoying my new body and am so pleased with the outcome. Here are a couple of bikini pictures and my breasts. The scars on my breasts are fading wonderfully, the ones on my abdomin are still quite red. I did expect this. My belly button is very small, so I have put a small bead in it in hopes to make it a little bigger, and to prevent it from getting smaller.
I hope everyone is having a great summer!
well I am doing my full workouts and I am doing everything that I did prior to surgery. My breasts seem like they have settled in, and they feel soft finally. I am enjoying my new body and am so pleased with the outcome. Here are a couple of bikini pictures and my breasts. The scars on my breasts are fading wonderfully, the ones on my abdomin are still quite red. I did expect this. My belly button is very small, so I have put a small bead in it in hopes to make it a little bigger, and to prevent it from getting smaller.
I hope everyone is having a great summer!
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UPDATED FROM curveappeal
A few days short of 10 wks post-op I have been...
a few days short of 10 wks post-op
I have been back to my weight training for the last 2 weeks, avoiding chest and abs. I found that I have lost alot of strength but it is amazing in 2 weeks how quickly I am regaining it. Im not back to lifting what I was, but Im not far off.
today I ran on the treadmill for 40 minutes, and it felt great. I wore a good sports bra and a compression garment and it didn't feel any different than before surgery...YAYYY!!!!
I went yesterday to get fitted and bought my first bra. They said I was a 32DD or 34D, I found the 34D worked the best. I still have some swelling in my breasts and belly but I do believe it is getting better. Im sure, alot of it has to be that I am far more active with excersise as well.
I am going to Mexico with my sister's and daughter/neices in the beginning of September, so I will find some zinc oxide to cover my scars and I purchased some "cover fx" to put over my BB scar to hide the redness.
I sure am happy with my shiny new body and am so thankful to have had an easy recovery. I would not only do this again, but I would have done it earlier :)
I have been back to my weight training for the last 2 weeks, avoiding chest and abs. I found that I have lost alot of strength but it is amazing in 2 weeks how quickly I am regaining it. Im not back to lifting what I was, but Im not far off.
today I ran on the treadmill for 40 minutes, and it felt great. I wore a good sports bra and a compression garment and it didn't feel any different than before surgery...YAYYY!!!!
I went yesterday to get fitted and bought my first bra. They said I was a 32DD or 34D, I found the 34D worked the best. I still have some swelling in my breasts and belly but I do believe it is getting better. Im sure, alot of it has to be that I am far more active with excersise as well.
I am going to Mexico with my sister's and daughter/neices in the beginning of September, so I will find some zinc oxide to cover my scars and I purchased some "cover fx" to put over my BB scar to hide the redness.
I sure am happy with my shiny new body and am so thankful to have had an easy recovery. I would not only do this again, but I would have done it earlier :)
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August 2, 2011
Wow! I am crossing my fingers, that I can look as great as you when I am done. Really, you look amazing. It's very comforting to me to hear that you were able to go back to the gym in 2 months. I struggle with how hard that is going to be for me, to not go. I want to make sure I heal correctly, and not push myself. At the same time I go at LEAST 3-4 times a week and have been for 2+ years. So glad to hear about you inspiring recovery! Thanks for sharing with all us worry-warts (me) :]
August 2, 2011
Thanks! You know I was concerned too with how long it was going to be as I really don't feel well when I don't work out, i have scoliosis, so I have such a sore back when I just sit (combine that with being hunched over...ouch)! However, the first 6 weeks I didn't feel I could workout. Then from 6 weeks on I experimented with light cardio (walking/recumbent bike) and by 8 weeks I started weights. One thing I always kept in the back of my mind was "muscle has memory" so even a 2 month break, if you keep your protein up and stay within a healthy caloric intake, once you get back to the gym, you will get those muscles will come back quick.
All the best girl, your going to look great!
All the best girl, your going to look great!
August 2, 2011
Thank you :) What calorie intake do you recommend for sitting on your bum all day? I don't think I will want to eat too much in the beginning anyway. ha.
August 2, 2011
I tried to stay between 1200-1400 per day. But let me tell you...getting Any amount of calories in the first 3 weeks was an absolute chore. I'm not sure if it was the after effect of anesthesia or what, but I had no appetite nor was I hungry. However I knew it was imperative that I get at least 1200cal in a day (and enough protein) so I wouldn't lose muscle and that I could heal well.
August 2, 2011
You look terrific! So hapoy for you!!!
August 2, 2011
Got my CHIA SEEDS! love them! thanks for telling me about them. I am waiting for my Vital greens. they will be here soon. So how are you feeling? Every thing seems to be settling well. (the boobies) and your tummy looks amazing! so is all the swelling about gone now? or is it on and off? And WHAT is this Fluffing people talk about when the "girls" drop into place
August 2, 2011
I have no idea what fluffing is either... If anyone knows, please tell us, lol! Tirby I'm so glad you like chia, it is sooo good for you and it is so easy to take. I think you will love the greens as well.
Yes the swelling is still there but it is getting better. I can see the days that I work out I'm a bit more swollen by evening, but that should resolve itself soon.
DaleAnn, have you seen any improvement in your breast?
Yes the swelling is still there but it is getting better. I can see the days that I work out I'm a bit more swollen by evening, but that should resolve itself soon.
DaleAnn, have you seen any improvement in your breast?
UPDATED FROM curveappeal
2 months YAYYY!!! 2 months today and I did my...
2 months
YAYYY!!!
2 months today and I did my first leg and back workout. It was difficult but felt great.
YAYYY!!!
2 months today and I did my first leg and back workout. It was difficult but felt great.
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July 27, 2011
Awesome!!! You look great. I want your tummy!!!!!
July 27, 2011
Hey curveappeal just checking in for advice :) I think I'm going to be a slow dropper when it comes to boobies ,, they look really high and hard on top and the bottom is squishy natural boob so they still need to fall and I'm only 8 days post op, but I jut have this feeling that I will be dealing with that cause a lot of doc I have heard from say they usually dot drop that much and they should be pretty normal right after surgery,,,,,, did u get saline or silicone ? Do u have to where a breast binder to hold them down ? If so when did u get to stop? And I can see yours are coming along After 2 months so it makes me hopeful but I will be checking back In with u thanks for Any advice :)
July 27, 2011
Hey Fit, I'm glad to hear you are doing well and recovery is coming along! As far as the boobies, it can take between 3-6 months for them to drop. I don't think mine are done yet. I was told not to wear a binder andjust to allow them to fall into the pocket that the PS made. At 8 days mine looked crazy as well, but it does get better. I'm not sure, but this is my take on it, when your chest muscle starts to relax (this will take a while, and happened at 4-6weeks post op) then the implant is 'freed up' a bit to move into place. One of the things I did was take a quick measurement of where my implant starts from under my collarbone. Right after surgery it was 1-barely 2 finger widths below my CB, today it is 4 finger widths. This helped me to keep my sanity that they were moving into place...I hope that made sense :)
I have silicone 400cc/425cc's under the muscle
I have silicone 400cc/425cc's under the muscle
July 27, 2011
That is a great idea and yea I can definetky tell yours dropped and are working down thank u for a lil optimism :) xo
July 27, 2011
I just loved reading all your blogging day by day thank you for taking the time to journal it all! How are you doing now?
July 27, 2011
Hi HeatherMarie! I am doing great! I am sure happy that I did this for myself and I am sure you will too! Keeping this blog was and is great, as I was able to chronicle this journey and see the progress for myself. I am happy it helps you, and the other ladies who are heading down this path. All the blogs I read on here helped me so much and gave me reassurance, so I'm glad to 'pay it forward'. Hugs!
July 27, 2011
I am glad to hear your still doing good! yes it is So helpful to read along you did pay if forward so Well! ((( ))) back at ya!
July 28, 2011
Another question. You are are so kind to answer them ALL:) In the photos from pre op to day 4 the thighs.... Did you get an extended tuck? or is that from lipo or ??? Just curious... And thank you for all your help. I love ya for it!
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