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Full TT w MR January 2012

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Spent: $8,750 in west

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Updated 21 Feb 2012

Posted 19 Nov 2011

Having children has left me with sagging skin and separated muscles, causing my abs to bulge out. Been wanting or a long time!



Updated on 19 Jan 2012:
I am now 8 days post op and feeling much better after having drains removed today. I am still bruised and swollen but the only thing that hurts is my back from walking hunched over.
Posting a pic from today. Boobs look a little asymmetrical but they're not, it's just how I'm holding phone to take pic that is making them look like that. However they are a little "frankensteiney" still. Lol.

Far as the tummy, I couldn't be happier with my nice low scar and how thin it is.

Updated on 20 Jan 2012:
I forgot to add exactly what I had done.

I had a full Tt w lipo of flanks(included), and a breast lift without implants.

Updated on 25 Jan 2012:
posting some pics of my 2 week mark today. You can see the level of swelling is still pretty bad(hoping at its peak),and some bumpiness on hips(flanks) where doc did the lipo. Really hoping all that smooths out... also, see the twins progress lol

Updated on 25 Jan 2012:
Really hoping all that swelling and bumpiness will go down and reveal a much smoother look. Feeling pretty blah about it as of today because it looks like my before pics are better than my afters :(

Updated on 27 Jan 2012:
adding a pic of my right drain site... looks funky still... wondering if normal? little over 2 weeks po

Updated on 28 Jan 2012:
adding a pic from today po day 17... is it just me or do my hips(flanks) look uneven??? Hopefully its just swelling more on one side than on the other...

Updated on 6 Feb 2012:
At almost 4 weeks po(2 days shy), I feel like I've turned a major corner today. Today is the first day I woke up and got out of bed walking straight(upright). yay for me!
Also, after drinking what seemed like a gallon of water last night, my swelling has gone down remarkably today as well(although it is morning, so we shall see what today brings)...
I added some pics from last night to show the progress. Not a huge change from last week, but in person so much better.

Updated on 21 Feb 2012:
6 weeks post op and starting to feel more normal now. Started walking and getting around much better now. Also, sleeping is better and I find myself tempted to sleep on my stomach already! lol I don't though... sticking to side and back for now. see updated pics are showing I'm still experiencing some swelling on my flanks(especially the one side), and upper abs(oddly enough???)...

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MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 22 Nov 2011
Exciting, Janes!!! My tt is scheduled for the same day!!!
Janes Doe 22 Nov 2011
cool! We'll have to log in during recovery and compare our experiences. ;)
mom_me 13 Dec 2011
Not long now ladies and the holidays will make it fly by...LOOK OUT FOR THE NEWEST HOTTIES OF 2012!!!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 30 Dec 2011
Janes - we are so close!!
Janes Doe 30 Dec 2011
My brain has been foggy with excitement lately. I read all the posts and think omg I'm actually getting this done too!!! It's surreal !!!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 1 Jan 2012
Are you going to take 'before' pics and post them this week? I have my pre-admissions/bloodwork appt Jan. 3rd at the hospital (I wanted to wait and do it after the 1st of the year for insurance). Once I have those results (Jan. 5th-ish) I'll take and add my 'before' photos - then it will be no turning back. :)
Hard to believe we are only one week from tomorrow, Janes!
Janes Doe 1 Jan 2012
Yes, I will. I have been meaning to do it, just been so busy. Maybe I'll do it tonight, what the heck! Are yours up? I need to check everyones out. Getting so close now!
newmomat37 1 Jan 2012
Hello! I am in the west also ;) and scheduled for Feb 6. Great to know someone close by is going through this so close to my surgery date. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. :)
Janes Doe 1 Jan 2012
Hello! Oh cool you're just a few days before me. I think I actually came across u once while looking around recently. Good Luck w your procedure and I'll be looking out for your updates!
Janes Doe 1 Jan 2012
Oh I'm sorry I thought u said JAN 5th! Lol. I now see ur actually going in Feb!!! That's not too far off either. It will come before u know it!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 5 Jan 2012
What is on your "to do" list this weekend Janes? I still have to take down holiday decorations and clean the bathrooms. My little ones are fairly picky with meals so my hubby will be able to manage their meals initially. I'm planning to have Ensure (or protein shakes), yogurts, low sodium V8 juice (for veg content), pineapple juice and low sodium soup/crackers on hand for myself so that I can take before meds. I still need to setup my recovery area (I'm thinking tv room so that I'm not climbing stairs every day??? What are you doing?) and I still need to pack my bag.

I can't believe we are having our tt's in 4 days!
Janes Doe 5 Jan 2012
Hi Maumee! I know, it's coming up so fast- ahhh! I'm definitely starting to feel some nerves kicking in. But honestly, it'sore about taking care ignites after that I'm nervous about.
Far as to-do's - still have all my sheets to wash, kids laundry to wash and put away, had my nails and eyebrows done today thk god they were getting out of hand! Lol
But that's pretty much it - I am R E A D Y!!!
Janes Doe 5 Jan 2012
My phone mistyped there sorry! Was meaning to say I'mostly nervous about how it's going to go with taking care of little one afterward. He's always all over me so it will be so tough. How old are your kids?
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 5 Jan 2012
They are 21, 15, 5 and 3 :) The little ones will be challenging for sure! My husband will be my caregiver (and theirs!) for two weeks post-op...he will have his hands full! :)
Janes Doe 5 Jan 2012
Oh wow that's quite the spread! He can put the 21 and 15 yo's on duty! Lol
newmomat37 6 Jan 2012
Thinking about you and so excited for you. Please be sure to update your review as you heal..I don't always follow the Jan tt forum b/c I am busy with my little ones but I will looking for your review..post pics when you feel good after surgery and any advice you have, things you learn as you heal..I am most worried about taking care of the kiddos as well. I am covered completely for the first 2 weeks and then off and on. Best wishes for Monday.. :)
Janes Doe 6 Jan 2012
Thank you new mom, I will be sure to update! Might take some time but I will do it! Thx Again!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 8 Jan 2012
It's almost our time, Janes! Looking forward to hearing about your experience!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 10 Jan 2012
Thinking positive thoughts for you today, Janes Doe! Check in when you can!
mm98031 12 Jan 2012
janes
Can't wait to see your after pics. It looks like you worked real hard to get where you were at for surgery. Hope you are recovering well. It gets tons better after the first week.
Janes Doe 12 Jan 2012
Hi. I just got home and am still just so exhausted. Not much pain except when I try to walk. Mainly just soreness and tired. I will definitely postnpucs when able. Thx ;)
newmomat37 13 Jan 2012
so good to hear..happy and healthy healing! :)
newmomat37 17 Jan 2012
Janes..did you have lipo anywhere..besides flanks, if you even did flanks..you are so tiny I wouldn't think so. I am trying to decide on lipo of inner and outer thighs (flank lipo is part of tt package with my doc). Wanted to see what you thought about the lipo if u had any. Are you happy with your incision? Have you seen it yet? Hope all is well. :)
Janes Doe 17 Jan 2012
Hi newmom! I did have a little lipo on flanks, also an added little thing my doc does along w Tt to get the best possible result. I didn't get lipo anywhere else though. A good person to ask would be "Sassymom...", or maybe "Suromom" from the Jan board. I think they had more lipo done.
I am thrilled with my results though! I was really hoping to post some po pics today after my shower but couldn't get any good shots. I'm thinking after I get these drains pulled(hopefully Thurs), I will post asap!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 20 Jan 2012
Wow, Janes - VERY impressive!! You really look amazing! You will be turning heads this summer!!
Congrats on getting your drains removed - don't you feel like a new woman? :-)

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