2 mths PO

Has it really been a little over 2 mths since I was knocked out for a full day to be sliced, skinned, sucked, lifted, tucked, and sewn/taped shut again? I'm sorry I've sucked at reviews, but I was frustrated at not being able to load pics from my phone. Ja loaded a couple for me - thanks! The quality isn't great, and I'm afraid to post more graphic pics since I'm a teacher and we have less privacy than most...
My recovery has been sooo smooth that I've felt a bit guilty! I know it's due to the expertise of my surgeon as well as the recommendations from you ladies on this web site. I went back to work @ 5 wks. I resumed exercise, bathing, etc. @ 6 wks. I still wear my CG and have just started going without it to wear my tighter jeans for short periods of time, not all day at work or long car trips. I wore a tied up shirt to the vineyard last weekend just because I could! Yes, I'm too old but it was a little bit fun ;) I had to wear a band 2 hrs in the evening for a couple weeks to help my implants drop. I think they're good now :) I have an hourglass figure now that I absolutely love, even though I've put on about 8# uggh :( Working out, not abs or chest just yet. My choice. Walking and jogging a little, but I'm leaking now when I run! Didn't have that prob before :(:( Has anyone experienced that after resuming exercise? I'm hoping it will resolve as I finish healing & continue to be more active. I'm quite attached to my compression bras and actually purchased some more in everyday styles from Marena. They fit next to the skin, unlike regular bras that need the breasts to lay in them, which mine don't -- woohoo! :):) My PS didn't suggest any particular scar treatment, but I have been using several on my own. I really like Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil. It has cocoa butter, vitamin E, and rose oil. It's a dry oil that doesn't stain & isn't greasy. I have been massaging it on my tummy & scars ever since most of my scabs came off. The vertical scar under my right breast is thick and hard & I don't like that, so I massage it morning and evening. I bought the Oleeva silicon tape for my breasts & tummy. I wear that during the day under my CG, but honestly can't see any real effects & it's quite expensive. Don't think I'll buy more when it's worn out. I also use Estee Lauder advanced night repair serum on my face and found that it has helped other small scars in the past. I am applying that as well. A little goes a long way. It's strange that I've gained weight but most of my clothes still fit, and I wear the same blouse size. I have been wearing padded bras in a C for the past 2 yrs after losing weight. Now I'm a DD/E and noone seems to have noticed! But I do, and I am so glad that my cups have more than cotton in them :) My BB is settling down, and I think I'm going to like it just fine. When your PS says to wait and see for the 6 mth mark, he/she knows best. Scars are still fading and as residual swelling goes down, results are better and better. I'm glad to see my surgery buddies posting again! It's like a reunion - would love to have one in the future :) Take care, all, and let's keep in touch. Happy Healing, surgery sisters!

PO Day9: Had my first real post op visit yesterday (not counting having to come in bc pain pump cath broke when pulling it on day 3). First time I took everything off at the same time! I am so happy! Both drains removed woohoo!! I did take a pain pill about half hr before bc I expected one to be pulled. Maybe the nurse was just really good, but I hardly felt anything on either! Have a gauze pad across the sites now & will shower tomorrow!! They were on the mons area, above my vj, and actually very convenient place bc of open crotch in cg. TT scar is just above hairline - very happy w placement. Stitches/tape to be removed next week. Vertical scar between TT line & BB. BB feels wierd & creeps me out - will worry over it til healed. I have gauze on it, & was told to just dab it dry after shower & given some A&D ointment to use. After surgery, when he checked me, it looked cute so I am keeping that image in mind ;) Lipo on saddlebags very well done! Never any real pain, no bruising - bulges gone but still have curves :) omg I love my boobies - he had said he would prob need to do a revision after bc my areolas were so big, but I'm ok w/them if he is. Got instructions to start massaging. I think my clothes will still fit, just with some cleavage & no padded bras yeeha! Don't have to walk bent over, no more drugs except on occasion, like last night I was having some stinging & couldn't get to sleep after my busy day so I took something. Still no advil etc & vit E for another week. So now just taking my post surgery Vitamedica & trying to keep eating clean. Glad to have the constipation worry behind me :) bananas :) no bruising so ...blackberries :D Still making sure to keep sodium low, protein high & include Greek yogurt for protein, probiotics. So far, no yeast issues from the antibiotics...Enough about me - Happy Healing, Lovely Ladies & Surgery Sisters! Don't think I could've done this without you & still have the recovery road ahead :) Love U Lots

PO5: Sorry I've been remiss about posting & updating :( My pain meds make me nauseous when I'm typing on my phone & I just gave up! Think I'm doing ok. I will be glad when I don't have so much medication in my system & to keep track of. I was so concerned about BM probs but at the end of day 3 when I just had very little, I took an equate stool softener/laxative and the next morning it was back to normal and has been since :) A little excitement with the pain pump catheters on day 3. My daughter pulled both breast caths no prob once we found & untaped them - they were supposed to be the tricky ones. She pulled one tummy one & it was sticking a bit but ok. The last one broke off! So it's sticking out about a fourth to a half inch and trying to slide back under the skin. I'm holding onto this itty piece while my dd is trying to get ahold of the PS nurse. It was closing time so we couldn't get up to the office til the next morning. We taped the little piece sticking out, but it still ended up sliding back in. My son drove me up yesterday on his bday. We don't know why it broke off like that. My PS said I could have him go in and make an incision to get the remaining inch or two out or I could leave it. I left it for now.I figure I will be seeing him a few more times and can deal with it then if it's a prob or just a worry. My son has waited on me, given me shots, emptied my drains! and been a real prince. My daughter has come around more after a tearful moment on my part and is being less the princess - the catheter was a learning experience for her and she's now able to say she's given two shots lol. Otherwise, pain is not bad. Recliner works well, but is a pain in the @$$ to get in & out of alone. Using a funnel (silicone) is great to keep from peeing on your second skin (CG). Potty riser great - the seat is even wider & more comfy. The shampoo cape & handheld shower head were good when I needed to run up to dr office on day4. Glad I've been taking vitamins. Had a cough yesterday - omg did that hurt like h3ll. Couldn't figure out why so loosened my bra - seemed to do the trick! Getting sleepy again & losing my typing skills so I will call it a night. Love & happyhealing to all you lovely ladies!