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Spent: $10,000 in Sugarland, TX

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Updated 14 Apr 2012

Posted 22 Nov 2011

I have had 4 beautiful children weighing from 11 lbs.-9.5 lbs. and 4 c-sections the old fashion way been waiting 23 years for this moment.



Updated on 22 Jan 2012:
Well this is my week and I think I have everything ready I can't beleive it's finally here and I can say I have thought about it everyday. I'm hoping for a fast and painless recovery plan on doing everything the PS says and baby myself till I feel strong enough to carry on with my normal life next update with be after my surgery. Thanks to all the ladies out there for your input.

Updated on 25 Jan 2012:
Had my marking done today talked with the Dr. and feel much better he told me I will be beautiful..........

Updated on 3 Feb 2012:
forgot to write a review when I had my surgery so I got there at 7am had my cocktail was in surgery at 8am was home at 3pm everything went great was very numb and still under the influence at home getting up every hour to pee was hell but had to walk around not to get blood clots didn't sleep all that well and yes it's hard getting in and out of bed did post my pics. for my 3 day po

Updated on 3 Feb 2012:
Today was my 8 day po everything looking good still need to take it easy scare healing fine was worried because I was a smoker and the heal slower (so they say) I go back in 2 weeks for another check up had a list of questions and he answered everyone hope to post more pics. in a couple of days LOVE MY NEW TUMMY

Updated on 5 Feb 2012:
Slept in my bed last night felt good lots of pillows showered again by myself just wish I could stand up straight new pics. 10 PO

Updated on 17 Feb 2012:
Today was my 3 week check up and I'm healing great go back in a month I can start wearing my bra again (instead of sports bra) got a smaller CG which I will wear at week 4 feeling great life is good still some swelling but not to bad my new CG will help with that too.

Updated on 26 Feb 2012:
Today is my 1 month po day slept on my side last night (first time) felt strange but good skin still burns from my lipo and itches and I have those crazy stretching reflexes my body wants to do before getting up but it's getting better. I love waking up with a flat belly but I know it want last swell hell kicks in the more I'm up moving around. Still love looking in the mirror and saying it was worth it just need some more time for healing. Hope to start some exercise soon just really don't have much energy yet.

Updated on 20 Mar 2012:
I had my 7 week checkup on Friday March 16 this was my last appt. I can swim go to gym but take it slowly I can wear my body shaper( got at kohls) and no more garment (thank god) and slowly work from wearing nothing. I sleep without my garment and it's ok just sometimes feel the need for protection. I am very happy with my new self and waiting for the day to feel normal still swell mostly at night but that's ok I'm learning to be patient love shopping for new clothes I got my before and after pics. so I will post them too.

Updated on 14 Apr 2012:
Still loving my TT but waiting for the day when the swelling stops. Everything is going just fine and getting ready for a trip to Aruba so need to find a swim suit that fits.....YEA

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Luckygal 24 Nov 2011
I had it done on 11/15 -would do it again tomorrow! U r going to be amazed!!!
Pinklipgloss 24 Nov 2011
So excited for you..I'm going in on the same day! All the best :)
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 24 Nov 2011
Exciting Babs!! My tt is Jan 9th - can't wait!! My babies were all big too. :-)
BABS26 25 Nov 2011
Every morning I wake up I look at my belly and say soon you will be gone some nights I just can't sleep thinking about how I will look I catch myself day dreaming about the end results and praying all with turn out great
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 25 Nov 2011
I am the same way, babs!! Every day I imagine what my new tummy will look like, how my clothes will fit better, how much more confidence I will have. January feels so far away - I just want it done and on to recovery!!
Flat abs soon 20 Dec 2011
good luck
chandleranch 14 Jan 2012
Good luck and speedy recovery. Everyday it will get better and look good. I am 3 weeks post op and i change everyday for the better!
lisee38 15 Jan 2012
Good luck Babs your big day is almost here! :) Are you getting just a TT or anything else too?
BABS26 15 Jan 2012
I'm getting the lipotuck package(abdomen,back,hips,flanks,axilla,pubis) with the TT no drains very happy about that he will repair my muscles and remove my scare from my c-sections just hoping I will look and feel as great as some of these lovely woman Thank you for the good luck I will need it
lisee38 15 Jan 2012
I'm sure you'll do fine! Surgery is the easy part the recovery is the hard part lol! The most important advice i can give is to be patient about the swelling & take extra laxatives the 1st week of surgery lol :)
BABS26 16 Jan 2012
Thanks for the kind words and you look awesome lisee38
buffyduck 18 Jan 2012
Babs26 I am a Dec. TTer and I'm here to tell you your going to look awesome and the healing is not as bad as they say it is just remember to take your pain pills like your PS said to and get lots of rest and drink lots and lots of water and eat a high protean diet for first 6 weeks it so helps with your healing BIG tip make sure you have some one there with you to pull you up outta bed by your arm's don't use your abe's at all the first week . As for the pain I don't think there was much pain at all mostly it was just really uncomfortable . I'm 6 week post-op today and I'm felling great . Oh and you will get the blues some time between day 7(or after you stop take pain med's) and 4 weeks it is going to happens it has happened to all of us just keep reminding your self it is so worth it and you are so worth it. Lot of good wishes for fast healing to you and all the ladies and gent's getting ready to go through this one T.T.er to another
Bellanocha 16 Jan 2012
LOL Lisee!!...but BABS I soo agree with the laxatives & H2O massive amounts!! & start IMMEDIATELY after surg. :) !!
chandleranch 22 Jan 2012
Good luck this week! You will do great! I am one month and doing great now. Starting to slowly workout again and went back to work! Just take your meds and drink , drink your water! Rest also!
Suzy4 25 Jan 2012
Good luck, your going to love it ' and I agree stool softeners life-savers
stephanielpn 25 Jan 2012
Good luck tomorrow BABS26! You will do just fine but make sure you stay on top of your pain meds! ;o)
BABS26 25 Jan 2012
ty I will for sure
lisee38 25 Jan 2012
Positive thoughts coming your way for your big day 2morro! Very excited for you & I know you'll be just fine! :) hopefully you'll be able to sleep 2nite I know I couldn't lol & I had to be up at 5am lol!!! As soon as u feel up to it let us know how your doing
BABS26 25 Jan 2012
Thank you I told my PS I was going to have trouble sleeping tonight he said he was going to sleep great I was like that's good better you then me I will sleep on the table tomorrow. Got last min. thing to do at work in the morning so I'm sure I'll be at work around 4 come home shower and off we go
buffyduck 25 Jan 2012
GIRL YOUR GOING TO GREAT AND FRIDAY MORNING YOU'LL LIKE THE REST OF US AND GET ON HERE AND TELL US ALL ABOUT IT . I CANT WAIT I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU .
Bellanocha 26 Jan 2012
Thinking of you today BABS -Prayers & positive healing thoughts for you! You're going to do just great- go get 'em!! :)
AZKitty 26 Jan 2012
Thinking of you and sending good thoughts your way!!! Hope you are resting well!!!
BABS26 27 Jan 2012
Went in at 7am was home bye 3pm they gave some cocktail to relax me and then put an iv in and I was out nothing tell it was recovery time drove home was fine had a pillow stopped at Smoothie king for a high protein drink so I could take my meds. it was so good.I have no drains so my daughter came over and changed my dressing. I sware if gotten up to pee like40 times thank god for pain meds. I'm sore today but up walking 5 mins. every 3 hours getting out of bed has been hell but I did it last night by myself cuz someone wouldn't wake up. Talk more later
lisee38 27 Jan 2012
Glad to hear your home recovering!!! Be careful getting in & out of bed that can be tough the first few weeks ( I slept in a recliner & that was hard)! Relax, rest up take ur pain & laxatives ;) on time & heal up! Talk to u soon Babs
Szura 27 Jan 2012
Congratulations!! Just make sure to avoid sodium filled soups and drinks. Positioning yourself in bed will be the hard part. You made it...rest and eat light...

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