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TT with MR and Lipo 12/13/12-1 year
UPDATED FROM Melisrw78
12 years post
13 years later and tummy tuck is still holding up
WORTH IT$10,500
I’ve had some major weight fluctuations over the last 13 years as high as 202 pounds and as low as 152 has seen in the photo. And no matter how big I’ve gotten that tummy stays flat. I have no regrets other than I wish I would’ve done back fat Lipo because when I put on weight the transition from being flat in the front to having love handles looks wrong. I may pursue it in the future, but right now, my body fat is low enough that it’s not a concern.
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UPDATED FROM Melisrw78
1 year post
1 year post op
Yesterday was my one year and I thought about what this journey has been for me a lot yesterday. It was a long year but I've come so far. I am still not who I used to be but in many ways so much better. My stomach still swells and I can feel bloating from eating or Pms so dramatically now but it's all manageable. I still have a lot of numbness in my stomach and am not sure if that will ever come back. And I seem to have a frequent need to pee because my bladder has no where to expand. My abs are still tender when working out but oh so freaking strong. Unlike any strength I've ever had. And when I work them out I can feel it unlike before it was in my back or thighs. I feel like I can do 100s of sit ups no problem. I've put on a considerable amount of weight this year and in the last two months have adopted back a consistent exercise routine and look forward to losing the lbs 2013 have gave me. But it most all seems to be in my thighs which is an area I would never of gained in before. My stomach is softer now more natural. My scar is dark red still but this is how Heal generally and assume it will just take me longer to fade. I've received lots of compliments on my waistline from people who don't know me which is nice. I will do new pics soon but unfortunately I started my period on my 1yr anniversary ad I didn't want my Pms to distort my results. Xoxox
Replies (2)
WW
working mum losing weight
December 15, 2013
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! It has been tremendously helpful! I love how you write keeping it real for us who are just days and weeks postop. You look wonderful!!
5
January 8, 2014
Great post, thank u for being so honest..despite ur weight gain, u look great. I'm only five weeks po and the swelling discourages me
M
January 8, 2014
Hang in there unfortunately swelling still continues for me but for most it diminishes more and more everyday and will be gone soon. :) congrats on your big decision
UPDATED FROM Melisrw78
9 months post
Month 9
Oops dummy me just realized I'm only 9 months out not 10. Adding a few pics. Side profile is great but I get wide in the front due to extra pounds.
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W
September 20, 2013
Don't worry, I see the swelling in the first picture just like I have, I'm going to take some pics so you know what I mean. Some days it's not there so I know it's swelling, unfortunately most days it is.
M
September 20, 2013
Yep it's usually gone in the am but I had it this morning. It feels like a tight water balloon. I know it will be gone soon. Off to go see your pics :)
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M
October 21, 2013
You look great your results are awesome i love the bb! How are you doing now? Thanks for all the support you have sent to me though all my struggles It has helped me through my unexpected journeys I had to take! Hugs to you!!! Take care and I will chat some more soon! Later my friend!
M
November 1, 2013
Aww thanks M26. It's been almost a year and I'm still having aches pains and lots of swelling. And even though it's getting better but still so tiring. It just makes me think how brave you are to be starting your journey over again. I really wish you a fast recover so you can put all this behind you.
A
November 13, 2013
You look great! I still have extra pds too... :(
M
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