“Mother of 2, Getting TT and Breast Reduction”

Hi,I am almost your size. I'm a bit taller but also weigh a bit more. I am 5 6" and weigh 177.8 or at least that's what I weighed before surgery. I had a breast reduction and full tummy tuck a few days ago. My big day was July 8th and the drains were taken out today. Like you i was so nervous too but I'm so glad I did it. I'm very happy with my results even though my tummy is still very swollen. I look and feel great. The tubes coming off make a huge difference. You have a liitle over a week before your big day. Read others advice and tips on here and do and buy everything you can. Believe me I made myself a huge list and bought everything on it. Everything I bought was from the tips and advice I read and recieved on here. Thanks to all the tips and advice on here, I am having a great recovery and I couldn't have done it without you guys. One thing I did as well that seems to make me feel good is walking out of my room into my clean house. I did a major summer cleaning right before my surgery and assigned everyone ashore list that way they keep up with it. Since then my house has remained as clean as I left it. I also bought a months supply of groceries and other household necessities. That seems to be helping alot as well. If you have any questions or just want to talk I'm always available. Good luck and best wishes. I can't wait to hear all about it. Take care

I made a week meal planner which includes all 3 meals and two snacks per day. My meal planner seems to be working out nice. I've been trying to post pictures but have been unsuccessful. Maybe I'll try from the computer instead of from my phone because I would love to share my results with you. I must say at the beginning I felt that my boobs were to small but they are not. It just took some getting use to. I guess they seemed to be too small because they were way too big before. However, everyone that has come to see me seems to be very impressed with them and thinks they are a perfect size. The one thing I couldn't have made it without is gas-x and cough drops. Oh and flexible drinking straws, and of course your pain meds and Alegre to take in between. I'm sorry, I know you only asked for one thing and I just went on and on before I realized I better stop myself. I woke up sick from my surgery. I was really nauseated so they decided to admit me. I couldn't have imagined going home. The over night stay at the hospital was the best thing I could do for myself. The nurses all said they are so glad I stayed because after a procedure like that going home shouldn't have even been an option. So if you are able to PLEASE stat over night. You will be so glad you did. I was in surgery from 7:30am to 1:30pm. My family wasn't called in to see me until 4:30pm. That was when they decided to keep me overnight. My family agreed that me staying overnight was the best thing for me also. I hope I was able to help you and am happy to answer any questions you may continue to have.

I just had my TT on Thursday, July 8, too. I'm hoping to get my drains out on Wed. I can't wait to hear how things go for you. I think the advice you've gotten so far has been great. I have posted pics. I am 5'2" and was about 152 at surgery time. I am more swollen now than in my "day 1" after pics, but I know I'll be thrilled w/the result. Best wishes!!

I am also scheduled for 21st and very scared and excited at the same time.I had two c-sections and i look 4 months pregnant all the time! hopefully this will help. What do I need to buy before?

Hi. I am your size and had a very sucessful TT. I also went home afterwards, which was tough to lay down and get back up for the bathroom - but I survived! I only took 1 vicodin (which I later threw up..owwww) My scar is healed fine, but I am numb in that area. Keep your binder on as much as possible to keep your tummy supported and flat. I wss driving myself in about 10 days,and wore loose sweats/panties for a while. You will be happy.

Hello again! I know each physician is different, but I haven't worn my binder yet. I think it's because I had some lipo done on my back...I'm supposed to take it to my post-op tomorrow. I'll post on my page tomorrow. I've slept in a regular recliner. I've also taken pain pills, but went 10 hrs. today without one. They didn't' tell me not to drive, so I did today with another adult in the car - and only for a short distance... Really, this recovery is WAY easier than c-sections. My PS's nurse reminded me that this surgery is not nearly as deep and doesn't require cutting THROUGH the muscle. ..all work is done on top of the muscle, and I can tell the difference. . .and there are those other "pluses" like: no heavy post-pregnancy menstruation, no weird-hormonal sweats/chills, no infant to care for 24 hours a day regardless of how you feel, no company who forgets that you feel like dirt and wants to see your baby, etc. Not that I would've traded any of that with my babies, but those are definite "betters" for the TT!!! I'm still puffy and am ready to see myself in "real" clothes. I've tucked my TT drains into a bra when I've gone out, and have had compliments. I still feel big, but I think part of that is that I'm so bulky with the dressing and drains... I was a nervous wreck prior to this surgery, but I'm so glad I did it. Now, I want to have my thighs and arms done. . . But I'm SO not telling my husband that yet!!! :-) I'm ready to get back to exercising and "regular" life. . .but really, I built this up to be much tougher than it has been so far! You'll do GREAT!!

I was 5'4" and between 160-165lbs and I am super happy with my results. I did have drastic change in pantsize. I went from a 12/13 to a 7. I had an extended TT with lipo on my flanks. I think you will be super happy with your results. Let me know if you have any other questions. I'm happy to be of any help! :)

Getting close to your big day! Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking of you & hoping that you're feeling good & confident & ready. . . Best wishes!!

Today is the big day and I am so nervous! My ps called last night and told me that my procedure has been pushed back 3 hours so now i have until 3 pm to worry!!! That's just my luck!!!!!! I will be posting once the procedure is done. Please keep me in your prayers.