My PS dismissed my "love handles" as well. Which i did not have prior to surgery. I am now 3 months out. He says they are not dog ears, and that I may need lipo! No thanks!
where is your drain? it might swell a little more because the fluid has no where to go, but your spirits will feel better and you wont have the tugging from the drain. i will forwarn you, most PS dont tell you about the depression and sadness you will feel week two! its normal and its most likely from the narcotics!
Here is a fabulous tip for alleviating the back pain- and makes it easier to stand up straight sooner.
Sit on the edge of a chair or sofa, pull your shoulders back as far as they will go, sit up as straight as you can, drop your knees a bit and stand up pulling your shoulders back!!!!! Its helps! Trust me-my ps taught me this on day 3!
Also, I used a hot water bottle(2) behind my upper and lower back for hours at night.
It gets better!
YOU DESERVE IT and after all, it is about how you feel! I went through the same feelings and even wrote good-bye letters to my kids just in case something horrible happened. It made me feel awful that I would do something elective that might leave my children motherless, but once you commit, you should start thinking about the future-the outcome and how much better you will feel!!!
I had a TT, lift and Aug May 6th, I was walking around today in a 2 piece like it was nobody's business!!! I was 5 the last time I did that!
Your results are fantastic! I had a TT on May 6th. I am still seeing changes in my stomach on a weekly basis. The best part-the tightness is gone! I can extend my legs out without feeling like my belly is gonna rip in half!
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