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Updated 27 Nov 2011

Posted 24 Nov 2011

I have 3 kids two over 9 lbs and two c-sections one natural. I hate my tummy:( I am scheduled for a TT November 30th. I am having major anxiety. I am so afraid of being put to sleep. Please could everyone say a small prayer for me. Please please please:)



Updated on 27 Nov 2011:
Getting very nervous. Only a few days left. Starting to wonder if I should do this. I am so afraid something is going to happen. I don't want anything bad to happen and I don't get to see my kids grow up. Advice and prayers needed

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MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 25 Nov 2011
Thinking of you Aje22!! I know it is scary to think about the "what ifs." Hopefully you can relax a bit with the knowledge that these surgeries happen everyday and they know what they are doing! Think about how flat your tummy will be afterwards!! 5 more days! I can't wait to see your after pics!
newmomat37 25 Nov 2011
You will do great..it is rare to hear of major problems with plastic surgery these days as long as you go to a qualified plastic surgeon but I so understand your feelings and thoughts. I am often sick to my stomach thinking about this and I am not scheduled until Feb 6. Keep us posted.
Yellow Bikini 25 Nov 2011
You will be fine. I'm 10 days post op and I have no regrets. Just remember to breath.
Aje22 25 Nov 2011
Thank you guys for your comments. It eases my anxiety a little to hear others stories. All advice is welcome. Yellow bikini how is the pain on day 10. Newmom37 you will be in my prayers.maumeeMG I am very excited for my new tummy. Trying to be positive:) can't wait to be on the other side of things.
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 27 Nov 2011
Aje22 - My tt surgery date isn't until Jan (so I have a few weeks until I start feeling the way you are feeling) but I have been on RealSelf for several months now and if there has been one common thread with the majority of gals on here, it is the nerves and the "why am I doing this??" questions you are having right now. You are not alone!! I know it is easier said than done but try to remember why you are doing this and imagine how terrific you will look and feel about yourself post recovery. {{{Sending calming vibes your way!}}}
newmomat37 27 Nov 2011
MaumeeMG is so right. Just about everyone freaks out right before and then is so happy they did it afterward. Hugs!!
Aje22 27 Nov 2011
Thank you guys... I am so excited one minute. Then my babies do something funny or sweet and I am thinking to my self I want to see them everyday I don't want anything to happen to me..:/ ready to be giving others encouraging words
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 27 Nov 2011
You will be in just a couple of days!! We are here for ya!
Aje22 28 Nov 2011
2days left getting sick to my stomach. Please keep me in your prayers. I would be so grateful. Ready to be done and at home with my family....O please LORD be with me....
newmomat37 29 Nov 2011
The LORD is with you always. I just said a prayer for you and I can't wait to read your first comment when you are on the other side. :)
Aje22 29 Nov 2011
Newmomat37 thank you for your prayer. I just got all emotional then I went to this site hoping to see an encouraging word, at there was your comment. Thank you so much. I just got the phone call about a half hour ago and now I am a mess. Wondering if I should do this . O Lord please be with me.
newmomat37 29 Nov 2011
You will be fine. Honestly, we all have a better chance of getting into a car accident than a terrible outcome from tt surgery. It doesn't lessen the fear but I say go for it and get it over with. If you cancel, you will always want to get it done and cause even more anxiety thinking about it over and over. You are almost there. Soon you WILL wake and be on the other side.
newmomat37 29 Nov 2011
Hey..don't forget to post some before pics!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 29 Nov 2011
We are all thinking about you Aje22! Tomorrow is your big day and I can't wait to read about your surgery and recovery! Post some before pics and let us know how everything went when you can. I will be saying prayers for you!
newmomat37 30 Nov 2011
Hope you are doing well and able to post a few words so we know you are doing well.
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 30 Nov 2011
Ditto what newmom said!! We are thinking of you!!
Aje22 1 Dec 2011
Hello everyone I MADE IT!! First day post op. So glad I listened to you guys, and didn't cancel got a little peak of my new tummy. I think I am going to love it:) I will try to post pictures when I can move a little better. You will be amazed. They took 3 pounds of just skin.thank you everyone who prayed and sent positive thoughts
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 1 Dec 2011
You are so welcome, Aje!!! Been thinking of you and so glad you are "on the other side"!!! Glad you are doing well and cool that you've already had a peek!! :-)
newmomat37 1 Dec 2011
Great news! :)
Aje22 3 Dec 2011
3days post op. The pain is bearable if you stay on top of the meds. I am just very sleepy. I will write more when I can stay awake.
Aje22 3 Dec 2011
Can anyone tell me what meal replacement shake would be best for my TT recovery
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 3 Dec 2011
I've heard Ensure is really good. Slim Fast is another convenient option!
Aje22 3 Dec 2011
Thanks maumeemg for the suggestion. Another question. I a on my 3 day post op and my stomach is hard and looks very bloated. Is this what my stomach is going to look like or will it change
newmomat37 4 Dec 2011
I like protein shakes I make myself. Water as the base, scoop or two of vanilla whey protein powder, frozen berries and half a forzen banana blended up in my magic bullet.
Another one I like is skim milk as the base, a scoop or two of vanilla whey protein powder, a spoonful of natural peanut butter, a frozen banana and a little bit of crushed ice blended in my magic bullet. YUM!
MaumeeMG (RealFriend) 4 Dec 2011
Those sound yummy, newmom!!!

Aje - from what I've read, you stomach won't look like it will "long term" for another couple of months. Expect it to keep changing! Bloating, swelling, hard, tight, all expected! I hope you are able to continue to manage your pain! Don't overdo it and get plenty of rest!!

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