After having 5 children and gaining and losing so much weight as one can imagine I had a lot of loose skin and abdominal wall laxity. My diastasis (the space between my abs) was so bad I could fit 7 fingers in the gap! Fast forward to march of 2016. I opted to have a tummy tuck with another surgeon here in town. She is a younger doctor without many years of experience (that isn't to say she is not good at what she does) we had talked about how much skin laxity I had for a thin person and whether or not I would need an extended tummy tuck. I had researched this for years and knew with the amount of skin that I had I would either need a vertical incision or an extended tummy tuck they're wrapped around to the back. She assured me several times that not only did I not need Lightbow suction to my abdomen but that I also did not need an extended tummy tuck. This bothered me going into surgery because I felt like I would not be getting the optimal results that we had hoped for but I trusted her since she was the surgeon before surgery I told her if you open me up and see that I have more laxity than anticipated please just give me a vertical incision I am just wanting all the excess skin off I do not care about this car at this point . With my last child I went from one 130 to 200 pounds so with each pregnancy I gained a lot of weight and lost it pretty rapidly which amounted to the excess skin I am an avid gym go over and actually had abs but of course you couldn't see them due to the excess skin and I really wanted all my hard work to show. Immediately when I came out of surgery my stomach was still wrinkly I brought this to the attention of Dr. Prince and she said that it was from the swelling. Of course this does not make sense because when he swell the skin becomes tighter not looser so immediately we knew that I would still have skin laxity. Over the course of six months to a year of follow up appointments I would bring this up to her that I still had loose skin while bending over and also a bolds in the upper abdomen where it felt like the stitches had not help but she assured me that everyone will have excess skin or bending over or sitting down and that I looked great and should be happy. Don't get me wrong, I looked 1000 times better than I did before and was very grateful to have the huge flap of loose skin off and to be able to wear normal clothes but I was still somewhat unhappy that we had paid so much money and all the skin still was not gone. At the time I was working towards doing a bodybuilding competition and her patient coordinator as well as Dr. Prince kept assuring me that I looked great and that I was just being hard on myself and that I should be happy but I knew for paying seven grand that this was not the result that I wanted even though yes I did look a lot better I wanted perfection though for seven grand . Two years later after dealing with more skin laxity as the skin relaxed I started researching having a provision tummy tuck and came across Dr. Kris sheemake. He did not belittle me or make me feel as if I was just trying to get a perfect result but he said that not only did it feel like the abdominal wall stitches may not have held a scene when I've been over but also that he could take off at least another 3 inches of skin and give me a better result. After nursing five children I also opted to go ahead and do the whole mommy makeover Dr. shewmake gave me beautiful breast that were exactly what I had asked for and flat stomach with NO excess skin. So far I could not be happier with his staff as well as his bedside manner and expertise. Updated on 17 Dec 2017: Sorry for the Typos in my original review. I was still pretty groggy from the pain meds! Friday night I had an extreme setback that made me want to die. I have been taking the laxative my doctor gave me but apparently not enough and not drinking enough water I had become extremely constipated and impacted (disgusting I know) Friday night ended up with me throwing up from 1 AM to 6 o'clock in the morning with few breaks from the pain in between. I have had prior surgeries before and never have had a problem with opiates and constipation until now so this was a horrible experience to say the least. Luckily the lack tubes finally worked around 6am and I was able to sleep. The pain was so bad I felt like I was going to pass out in my face was as white as a sheet not a fun experience! Now.. day 6 as far as recovery goes I'm doing great. My breasts have already dropped to what I assume is almost their final position! They are firm yet squishy. Which is exactly how I wanted them! As a weightlifter and being pretty lean I was concerned about being able to see or feel the edge of the implant or see rippling but so far I cannot see any of that and I do not have a lot of swelling in my breast so I'm assuming that since my surgeon overfilled the implants a bit I will not have that issue . So if you are very lean and would rather have Saline for the added safety don't be turned off necessarily because you are thin- I feel like I have a great result at 5'6 and 140lbs. My husband and children have been a great help in my recovery I am standing a little straighter each day but still a bit hunched over I actually bought a walker but have not needed it this time. Sometimes I do get very weak or out of breath if I am up doing stuff but that's getting few and far between. I also had a circumferential tummy tuck and the only thing I'm worried about is that maybe my butt will look a little bit flatter, but it's also more lifted ...so I guess that is a trade off. I can always build it back up through weightlifting. I am glad to have the loose skin gone though So far so good???????? Updated on 18 Dec 2017: As stated in the aboveboard comments, unfortunately all my recent before pics are on a. Token phone. I'll eventually update them in this review though but I DID have a lot of excess skin when sitting or bending over enough that I could pick it up ! My skin elasticity after so many kids was just horrible. Updated on 18 Dec 2017: Today woke up and had diarrhea (yuck I know) because I'm still having to use laxatives. This usually would happen to me after childbirth or surgery. my digestion slows way down. Besides that (which just made my stomach queasy but had no effect on my sutures) I'm feeling really good! I really think day 7 is the turning point when you start to feel "normal" again. Took the surgical tape off of some of my inscicion because it was irritating it and causing me to itch. Now all is well with that. It actually looks really good. I can tell from comparison to my other tummy tuck that this incision will also be pencil thin ????????????yay! Let's see what else?... Breasts never really "hurt" except maybe a bit more discomfort the first day. Pretty sore. Now they are hardly sore at all and I would have described the first few days exactly what it felt like to be engorged when nursing. Even the nipple sensitivity has come back fast! First few days I could barely feel them, but now they're just a bit sore. I am SO glad I went with saline. They feel really nice -a little firm yet soft! They're starting to jiggle a tiny bit so that's good I guess. I did not want super squishy boobs because of course after nursing you need a little added firmness. They just feel like natural breasts to me and it's amazing that it feels like they've always been there. Can't feel the edges of them or see any sign of rippling???? I'm guessing that's probably more the skill of the surgeon as well. I have seen many horrible looking saline boobies on thin patients. I guess that's it for now. Will update with a full body picture later. Updated on 18 Dec 2017: Just some more pictures showing scar placement. Still have a lot of swelling. Almost standing up straight. I do hate how my scar will come up a little above my bikini but oh well. These panties are way too little anyways so it probably looks up higher than it is though. Updated on 18 Dec 2017: Of course I’m sitting in bed with nothing to do so this will likely be the most extensive RealSelf review in history lol This is what my abdomen would look like while bending and sitting. Mind you, this was 6 months after surgery. Not normal. And no not “nitpicking” Updated on 19 Dec 2017: More boob pics Updated on 19 Dec 2017: Since I had stains with the last tummy tuck I knew what to expect. They’re kind of annoying but not really painful (unless you accidentally pull on one) until day 6! The magic day when you want those f$&@ers out so bad you contemplate doing it yourself lol. But now they’re out and I immediately felt human again. For those wondering, they don’t hurt coming out..it just feels like a 12” piece of spaghetti slithering down from your sternum out your mons. Strange indeed. Dr shewmake said everything looks awesome. Of course I showed two of the nurses my new boobies and they were amazed because they look so awesome for 8 days po.../15 years po.. they are just plain awesome period :) Today was the day for “play time” and let me tell you these boobs have definitely paid for themselves already. Husband loved me before and did not care one way or the other if I went ahead and got my breasts done (I know guys say that -seriously though) but “I” have always loved boobs. So having my own pair to play with has now made me extremely happy Which In turn makes everyone happy lol I turn my own self on now bahaha I know I sound really conceited but I swear I’m not. I’m just super happy with my body now. Even more than before and I wish every mom could be lucky enough to reverse the damage our little ones can do. #spaghettimonsterblessed Updated on 19 Dec 2017: ...gotcha not really but all my kids and my husband keep cracking jokes, showing me hilarious YouTube videos, or acting stupid and I luckily am getting good at splinting my abs while laughing. ..and I WILL have revenge in a few weeks *smile* Goodnight realself ladies (and men/whoever!) Updated on 20 Dec 2017: 9 days Po the only real discomfort is swelling. the swelling had been EXTREMELY less severe then with just my other tummy tuck. I believe it's because dr kris provides bromolain and arnica which help to reduce swelling and bruising. Today I plan on going to get another spanx type thing that has a "bathroom hole" because swelling happen a very fast when I take off my garment. It also goes back down super quick when I put it back on and I'm also using an ice pack for 1 min on my public area and lower back sometimes. Even though I will swell a bit at times there is NO sign of weird contour in my belly like last time. I literally was advised to wear my binder so tight last time that Dr prince and her assistant used both hands to stretch it around me. A garment should NOT fit like a corset with your upper abs and pubic area pushing out the bottom. 6 months po that's exactly what my stomach contour looked like when bending over. Sorry to keep comparing but I really want people to be aware of needing to choose a doctor with LOTS of years of experience. I hate even speaking anything bad of my experience with DR prince because I'm not that kind of person and I try to stay positive, but people need to know there is a difference when a surgeon has 25 years experience VS 5 years out of residency or so. I have even written an email to Tina her patient coordinator that has yet to even be addressed (and probably won't) at this point with them I'm feeling like it's a lost cause. She would not admit fault in anything, nor had offered to do a revision for even a DISCOUNT let alone only having me pay OR fees. Sigh.... and that's the last thing I'll say about that experience from here out. It's extremely frustrating Results are 5x better though so karma has smiled on me apparently. Updated on 20 Dec 2017: Wow. I am a big 34D small 34DD based on what fit off the rack. This is insane to me. I had read that breast implants would be a little harder to find bras for due to having a wider circumference (?) and that’s proven to be true! 34D is like a dinosaur... nonexistent? Even when I found bras in D and 34DD that fit my breasts projection-wise, they didn’t fit acrosss the breast width. Oh well. 1st world problems right? If anyone has any good recommendations for cheap and pretty bras catered to smaller band sizes and bigger cups let me know! I’ll wear sports bras forever before I pay $50 for a bra. So far Cupid’s has come closest to fitting just right. Updated on 21 Dec 2017: Not kidding. Totally has changed my sex life for the better. I am a very visual person and my breasts turn me on Immensely! I have also read of other women having a libido spike after augmentation. Iit may be different for everyone but for me, I already felt good about my body, but having breasts is so freaking fun! Here’s some pictures of my scar. It’s looking Really great so far. Dr shewmake also provides silicone scar sheets and I know when I am able to start scar massage it will be looking even better when fully healed. Updated on 21 Dec 2017: Yeah I just like taking naked pics of myself now lol and there won't Ben many changes until swelling goes down a bit more. Monthly updates from here's out until the 1 yr mark. I used to hate when people would start a really good review and then drop off the earth so - I won't do that to you realself ladies. :) Updated on 24 Dec 2017: Stopped using binder because my waist is now too small for it. If it was around my hips there was a big gap so I switched to a garment type compression by "flex" I purchased it from ROSS for $9.99 in size small and it even has crotch snaps. It's supposed to go over the breasts but now mine are too big lol so unless I stretch it I put it under. My right is definitely taking longer to drop but I'm not worried because I've read that's normal (right?) probably because I use my left arm a lot less. The incision looks a bit longer than normal for saline (more like a silicone length) but that's ok no ones going to see it. I just took the tape off which is why it's so red. I broke out from the tape on my back but haven't taken these off. It will be back to normal in a few days. Surgeon has instructed not to massage yet so I'm not besides some gentle rubbing when they get sore in the am. When did everyone else's doc say to massage? I kinda want to soon. Updated on 27 Dec 2017: I'll keep this short but swelling hasn't definitely increased. This is normal I know, it just sucks. My skin has become extremely (read miserably) sensitive from the nerves regenerating from lipo. Clothes... Finding clothes is hard because I have a small waist and my boobs are a 34DD!! I still have dropping and fluffing to do so I'm not sure if I'll lose size or gain. The bra fitter at Victoria's Secret fit me at a 32ddd (lol I know they vanity size) said that they are gorgeous and said they look really natural and soft already. She hadn't never seen a pair that was "just done" she said. ???? Shopping is hard... I found a Maggie London dress at goodwill for $5 size 4. Fit everywhere except my breasts :( Not sure that I'll very able to easily thrift store shop anymore. Oh well can't complain but I would Be lying if I said it wasn't frustrating. Never had clothing issues before . It will take time learning how to dress my new body and I need to be patient I guess. Scars... Scars look raised but hopefully with scar massage they go down. Ps hasn't told me to start yet Updated on 29 Dec 2017: Waist getting smaller. Scars in back Butt looks flatter but better shape from the back. Updated on 31 Dec 2017: I want to add something in my review that I feel is important for patients to be aware of. Anxiety after surgery is totally normal and can sometimes be severe. Mine lasted for about 2 weeks. During this time there were crying spells for no reason (almost nightly) It actually really started to worry my husband and I and then as fast as it appeared it went away before week 3. Just know this is a possibility due to your body going through tons of stress. My period even came early and tmi.. I also had strings of bloody mucus appear in my bath water before starting my period the next day, I had a full mommy makeover plus posterior skin excision so my body went through a lot. Be patient and it will pass. Updated on 3 Jan 2018: I knew this would happen but I am missing my small boobs a bit. I look great and they fit my frame but I am definitely "big" up top now. The few times I've gone out this past few weeks have proven hard to find clothes. I'm just not used to having to put thought into bra shopping and the act that my boobs won't fit into some things anymore. Just takes getting used to I guess. I just hope I am one of the lucky ones who has no problems from them for a good 10-15 years. If not, I won't be one of those women who keeps getting revision after revision. sigh.. probably just post op blues as they look great! Stomach healing very nicely. All stretch marks are gone almost (which I didn't mind then at all but my tummy feels really smooth now) Belly button looks much better than last time. Scars are a bit raised in a few places but ps hasn't cleared me for massage yet so they will probably go down as I usually scar very well. Was having some skin sensitivity but that's getting better by the day and managed with ibuprofen. I have a post op apt in two days and will Ben checked over and report back. Photos of stomach a few days ago when I was swollen. I am going to be super flat! Already my stomach is smaller Updated on 4 Jan 2018: Updated on 5 Jan 2018: T shirts are great for big boobs. Sweaters look horrible. I have a bit of pain on the outter edge off my right implant (the one that is a tiny bit higher ATM) it feels like I can feel the edge a tiny by or maybe a bubble of air . Doesn't bother me except when it's sore. Most of the time it's fine and when I push my implant towards the middle it goes away so I'm guessing that when it fully drops ya will be fine Updated on 7 Jan 2018: Called the doctor exchange today and my doctor wasn't on call but another answered my question. I most definitely am having nerve pain. I was having a pain along the outside of my breast that felt like burning. It's getting better since I'm massaging it, but I'm glad it's not a big deal and he said it will most likely go away completely after awhile. It may take a few weeks to a few months but that's ok since it's manageable pain. Other than that they are a lot more squishy and soft now and I'm not having skin sensitivity anymore except for my nipples which has gotten about 50% better. My stomach swelling also went down a bit more. I am walking straight and sleeping on my side a bit now. 3.5 weeks of back sleeping was about all I could do. I start the night on my back but end up rolling over. Scars are a bit more itchy at times which just means they're healing. Everything looks really great. I have one 2 inch by 3" section above my belly button that's a bit looser (I had more stretch marks in that area) than the rest but everything else is really tight and smooth! Really super pleased and I love my boobs....if I haven't said that 50x already ???? Updated on 9 Jan 2018: It's almost like right when I actually start to worry about something (like the skin sensitivity or nerve pain) it goes away within a week or so. I started massaging my breast around in the pocket for the first time just really gently and i had a pretty bad burning but the I kept rubbing it and within 2 days it's now gone. It also seems to have helped my right breast drop a little more. Now they appear even. I'm really getting around good now. It's been almost one month since my MMO. I start to swell a tiny bit and get stiffer if I'm sitting for a long period then get up but bside that I feel about 87% back to normal This has been an easier recovery than my first tummy tuck. I still have a lot of wrinkly skin when I bend over but I think he took off as much as he could without giving me a vertical cut. Below are photos with me sitting and before my revision sitting Updated on 12 Jan 2018: Filled out applications and got a second interview and a job only to realize it will be another month til I feel comfortable lifting heavy. I have a tiny bit of fat left at the top of my sternum but dr shewmake said we could go back later and Lopo that if needed. It's really not that noticeable-only when I'm swollen. I have started doing laundry and things around the house and still get a little tired. Breast sensitivity has gotten much better. They are very squishy and have much more movement and jiggle :) I start scar massage now. Updated on 14 Jan 2018: Why the hell does this always happen to me??? My stomach looks just as bad now as it did before at one month. My skin has loosened up and I am definitely regretting this. I'm guessing it will never be normal. My doctor said in 6 months we could about going in an doing lipo to the upper part but I'm not sure why this wasn't done before! Standing is a good result but just like last time sitting bending or any postition not standing and I can grab handfuls. I cannot deal with this. What should I do? This is the second surgery I've had and it looks exactly like before when sitting. This is me standing Updated on 15 Jan 2018: Even though I am at a perfect weight I guess I am starting a diet today. I cannot deal with this fat left over from surgery. I am being "OCD" about it but for two tummy tucks totaling $16,500 it should be PERFECT. Maybe it's my skin quality I don't no know but just last week it started wrinkling a bit again I guess after the swelling went down and now it's more apparent. Dr shewmake said something about lipo at 6 months but I want my stomach to be tight! Please if anyone has any comforting words I would love to hear it right now :,( Even photos of people bigger than me show them with completely flat and tight stomachs so idk why this is happening . My skin hates me? Updated on 15 Jan 2018: I realize I need to chill out and hopefully my skin will shrink back a bit. I went to the gym for the first time to walk and did 35 min on the treadmill. My crotch no longer looks like I am "tucking" when I wear leggings lol so I should Be happy I don't have a fupa anymore and it's flat when standing it's just I can still grab skin/fat I think surgery has given me anxiety? It's just we do not have the money for a redo and I hate not knowing what will happen if it doesn't look better in a few months. I should quit complaining and think positive it looks great for the most part and even my scars in the back look awesome. My butt looks a lot better Updated on 23 Jan 2018: Breasts are really soft now and nipple hypersensitivity is almost gone. Scars are no longer raised which is something I was a little worried about. About to go back to working this week which will probably increase swelling a little bit. Very happy with everything except that small patch above my belly button! Updated on 24 Jan 2018: Just more pictures Updated on 8 Feb 2018: One breast still a tiny bit higher but not really noticeable. Soft and bounce like normal which I thought would never happen. Yes they do get softer! It just takes time. Updated on 18 May 2018: I had one small thing that bothered me which was when I would push down on my right breast if feel a burning pain like it was sitting on a nerve. I started going without s bra more and they dropped then that went away. Everyone that has seen my boobs has said they’re perfect. I’m really happy with them. They feel and look real to me which was important. I didn’t want to feel like I had implants. With as worried as I was I was scared I’d worry over them everyday but I actually forget I have them. People say they feel like pregnant or nursing [RS bleep] Updated on 18 May 2018: My stomach has gotten a lot better but I had to lose a few pounds. I still wish it was a bit tighter but I’m happy with it. Breasts are perfect. Had a punching on a nerve but stopped wearing bras for a bit and they dropped and it went away
Had my procedure yesterday. Was given lazapham and Demerol before procedure. Dr Shewmake has a very gentle touch and the nurses in his office are competent and funny which helps relax you. I had my face and neck $2600 and my abdominal area $4000. They asked that I have a driver but honestly doubt I truly needed one. I was Nunez and he did my tummy first then my face and neck. All together, it took about 3 hours. I was very comfortable the entire time. I left with some head gear and compression garment. Today I am a little tender but nothing uncomfortable at all. A week before procedure I stopped taking any ibuprofen (which I only take for headaches occasionally). I started taking bromelain and arnica one week before. This significantly reduces bruising and bleeding. I also am a non smoker so this helps also. I asked Dr Shewmake a few months back to do a facelift and he said I didn't need it. I was a little upset because I felt I did but am actually glad I didn't and this procedure came along and he felt this was a much better option. I had minimal sagging starting around cheeks and my tummy had been slightly sagging sense giving birth 30 years ago and I also had gained a little weight so he did lipo along with the body tite. Even though this is day two and all the fluid hasn't gone away (this will take weeks of wearing my compression garment) I can actually see how my tummy has already flattened and my cheeks have tightened where before my dimples looked sunken. I will post pics and updates as I heal. Highly recommend Dr Shewmake and staff.
I was sick and tired of looking sick and tired! I heard comments about several surgeons in town, but Dr. Kris Shewmake seemed to be the one whose name was talked about most often and with extraordinary praise. I had my under eyes injected with filler and the results were instant! He is beyond amazing.
It seemed like overnight my eyes went from looking young and vibrant, to looking tired and hollow. After doing some research and learning the difference between a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon vs. any other "certified" cosmetic doctor, I decided to make an appointment with Dr. Kris Shewmake about my issue. The buzz around town is that he is hands-down the best plastic surgeon there is and everyone is right! He didn't try to sell me a surgery, but felt some simple injections to my "tear troughs" would be a great start. The hollowness under my eyes immediately plumped up to my satisfaction. The results may only last a year or so, but for someone who isn't ready to have a surgical procedures, this is great! Dr. Shewmake and his entire medical team are like no other. You've got to meet them! The office is beautiful, the team is knowledgeable, and the experience was fantastic! Dr. Shewmake is the only surgeon I will see now!
Dr Shewmake and his stado are the best. He is a doctor that can give you exactly what you want. I loved working with him. I am only 2 days Post op. I an so extremely tender on one side bc he said my muscle was so tight trying to get it in he is the best dr around. I wanted the fake look. So I asked for saline to be over filled. He put in 330 cc bags and bever filled then 1 has 390 and the other is 445.
I had a tummy tuck last August . I love it!,, there were of a couple of things my PS wanted to fix, like a scar revision for a dog ear on my hip. While I was in there I asked how much to lipo my arms, back, and inner thighs. Then after a week of high stress I went to time doc and said lets do all! Then I sat in my car and thought " Holy Crap, what did I just do?! Since this a Tuesday and he had an opening Thursday there was not a lot of time . Lipo is nothing compared to a tummy tuck, I was up and walking right after! I am a little sore but that's about it. Now my actually scar revision is not comfortable, it bleed and bleed last night? My PS recommend that I put a towel down and lay on it to stop the bleeding. After it stop ed I took a shower with my compression on. I felt so much better! Doc said I have to wear the garment for a full feel. Oh yeah, I had the PS do a fat transfer into my breast. I've always had one that was much smaller than the other. Right not they full like they gave rocks in the! It reminds my of when you milk comes in to nursery for the first time!
I go by Mz. Divatransformation!!! I am 32 yrs of age with 3 beautiful children ages, 14(B), 11(B), & 5(G). I live in Arkansas and I’ve wanted a flat stomach ever since I can remember. Growing up around my other cousins that had coke shape bottle figures made me stand out so much from them. I can honest say as a child I was so skinny but as I got older, somehow the weight just appeared out of thin air! I have a mentality like a go getter! I love to shop and spend time with my family! I put GOD 1st no matter what and I like to stay low key to myself for the most part. I’ve been in this transition since August of 2013 and I am still on a mission to get to my ultimate goal which is around 165-170 pounds sexier! I go for another consult with my PS on April 11th to go over the goal plan too accomplishing my flat stomach. My first consult was a year ago which I wanted to know what ball park I would need to come up with in order to have the surgery. My big day is scheduled for May 22nd and cannot wait to be on the flat side. I’ve seen several posting on here that keeps me encourage and I cannot wait to share with you all my story/journey. Much Love Ms.Divatransformation Updated on 23 Mar 2014: Updated on 23 Mar 2014: May 22nd- MY BIG day to the FLAT SIDE...LET THE COUNT DOWN BEGIN!!!!! Updated on 23 Mar 2014: Updated on 24 Mar 2014: Weighed today and I'm happy to say that I am down a total of 45lbs... Started @ 283 (August 2013) and as of 03/24/14 I am 238!!! Won't he do it!!!! Stay Tuned!!! As I melt away!!!!! BIG day is less than 2 mos away!!!!! MAY 22ND!!!!!! BOOOOOOOOOM!!! Updated on 3 Apr 2014: Recliner already arrived Zip-Up Night Gowns x 2 Bromelain No Powder Gloves I know I have more things to get...which I will get them....I am so excited!!!!!! Updated on 6 Apr 2014: At first I couldn't tell a major difference with my weight loss but its starting to sink in.....I try to remind myself that it cannot happen over night and in due time, I will see a major BIG loss and definition with my overall body. Just gotta pace myself and take it one day at a time!!! I will NOT give up! For every day that I win with doing my absolutely best...I am giving myself a day back to my life to live longer, healthier and SEXIER!!! :) PEACE!!LOVE!!! & HAPPINESS!!! Updated on 7 Apr 2014: a sista is tired after that workout.....but I did it.....workout x3 done!!!!! Updated on 10 Apr 2014: Kinda nervous but I know my GOD got this!!! Updated on 15 Apr 2014: Just want to let someone know that we have a God of increase....where you are today is not where you are suppose to stay!! I say this...too some the journey is just now starting out....whether its weight loss or TT/BBL or whatever...just know whatever your heart desire...DON"T GIVE UP ON YOURSELF!!!! BELIEVE!!BELIEVE!!!!! & HAVE FAITH!!!!!BC it's gonna get harder before it gets easier....Just know that you are YOUR OWN SUPPORTER!!MOTIVATOR!!! YOU DO NOT NEED ANYONE TO elevate or validate what you have going on because we have a MIGHTY GOD that sit's HIGH & that's all you NEED!!! ALWAYS stand on HIS word!!!! AMEN!!!! **************************************OAN******************************************** Okay------so I've been doing the stair-stepper @ the gym for the past 2 days....I must say its a challenge....but I made it and I was able to 12mins...trying to work my way up to 30mins by next week....I did that and the ARC trainer..... BTW- my follow-up apt with PS went well...everything is going as according by God's Grace & WILL!!!! Yall have a Blessed Day bc Nobody mad but the devil!!!! Updated on 15 Apr 2014: Seeing a lot of inches loss...which is good..... Proud of myself!!!!!! Updated on 16 Apr 2014: GM my wonderful PEOPLE's...I'm on this challenge of drinking these meal replacement shakes until surgery.....it's not bad at all.... every-now-then I have to give myself a little prep talk but I always bounce back..... heading to the gym in ah few hrs.....must get this 2 liters of water in before I hit the stair-climber + Arc trainer...... have a good day!!!!!! BC I will!!!! Booooooooom!!! In that ORDER!!!! MUAH!!!!!!!!!! Updated on 17 Apr 2014: I say this to myself when I look at myself in the mirror every time (lol) Updated on 17 Apr 2014: Was on the stairmaster & notice one of my eye lashes came out bc I was sweating so hard......SMH......its hard out here yall......LOL (just a little humor today) Updated on 17 Apr 2014: Updated on 19 Apr 2014: I want to say this...you got people out here that is counting you out....don't allow others to dictate how your journey turns out....because you have those out there waiting on you to fail, fold, or fall or even give up... I say this...don't allow the devil to win the foolish game. A lot of people do not understand the life that some life or chose to live...but do not judge them for their actions...better yet pray for them from afar and keep it moving....Keeping those in prayers as well as myself because we sometimes can hit that low point....but we must know when to get back up bc that is what makes us stronger...... GOOD NIGHT!!!!! Updated on 20 Apr 2014: YALL ROCK!!!!! MUAH!!!!!! Updated on 20 Apr 2014: Don't nothing comes to a sleeper but a dream!!! Think about it!!!!! What are you waiting on??? Updated on 22 Apr 2014: About to get my pre-morning work-out in...just wanted to give a quick update on my challenge and its going good so far.....Will reveal my new weight loss total soon..... :)))))) (SO I wasn't ready-in my Kevin Hart voice) but I had to get ready...I weighed last week to just make sure I were headed in the right direction & I was....I'm one happy chic.... that's all I can say!!!! GOD IS A ON TIME GOD...may not come when you want him to but he is always on time!!!! Just have patience...... Updated on 22 Apr 2014: Updated on 23 Apr 2014: Just a month away...did not realize yesterday marked my official countdown....too excited!!!! Just finished my morning workout...got up @ 4:30a this morning & went all in.....yaaay for me!!! :)) Updated on 26 Apr 2014: Tell'em they better get on they job...if they trying to stop yo show...because you don't stop...you GO!!! BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM....................................................................................MOTIVATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yall I'm ready to shut the city down-LMBO (ijs) WHO ready??? SHE??WHO??ME???THAT's WHO's -LOL (Yall I love to laugh & have fun) Just a little humor on this good ol Saturday.....Good Day My SISTA's Updated on 27 Apr 2014: As of tomorrow I will have 4 wks left.....( wow) a little nervous.....I think.... :/ Updated on 27 Apr 2014: Hey my REAL SELF SISTA's if yall have any suggestions of things to get for as supplies..please let me know... My sister got me two CG so far from Ardyss however I want to have plenty of choices just in case.... :)) Also what is a good CG to buy that is comfortable? BTW-My PS did advise me to not worry about scar treatment because he specialize in skin care...and he supplies all of that which is a plus...my co worker scar is invisible you can barley see it.... :))) Updated on 28 Apr 2014: YOU are PART of God's Perfect Plan!!!!! Don't let no one or nothing deter you from it!!!! It may not be picture perfect but do know that it's someone or somebody picture painted a little different than ours with a little more pain than they can bare....the struggle is real out here.... yall have a marvelous day!!! Updated on 1 May 2014: Recliner Zip-Up Night Gowns Bromelain No Powder Gloves Arnica gel Bio- oil Dial Soap House shoes Tank tops & wife beaters Germ X Hydrogen Peroxide Safety-Pins Thermometer Boppy Pillow Panties Albolene (for when I start waist training) CG (Arydss) (trying to figure out which others I want to order) Waist clincher Waist Corset trainer (on order which I will start 2mos PO) Q-tip Bed pads Maxi Pads Gauze's Lounge pants walker Ab broad (ordered) Toilet seat riser Stretch mark moisturizing Body cream (from it's work) Updated on 1 May 2014: Weight loss has slowed down =( But I will continue to press my way through!!! Updated on 2 May 2014: Just smiling just because!!!! Good to know you're Blessed!!! Updated on 2 May 2014: Would love to step out in these....... Updated on 2 May 2014: Sitting here going through pictures....ran across this beautiful pic of me.... =) Updated on 4 May 2014: All I can do is wave my hands!!!!!! (Having some emotional feelings that I've been praying about that needs to shake ASAP) LORD I need you to HELP ME!!!!!! I'm 3 weeks away....& Im like it is what it is @ this point!!! I should be so excited....for some odd reason I can't....... SMH...........been waiting too long for this....and I can't get excited..... (off to the prayer closet) my RS sista-it's best to keep your business to yourself...bc people can curse what you have going on.....folks don't want to see you doing no more than them...or looking better than them.... keep people out your business by not telling your business..... word of advise for real!!!!! Updated on 4 May 2014: Just wanted to salute MzPhatBooty...ImmaJusDoIT...Cashiba80...Prinzibella...Msking....& Flatside32....yall ladies rock for real!!!! Nothing small to a giant!!! I'm bounce back & be self once again real quick!!! Thanks for all of your kind words & encouragement!!! It's greatly appreciated!!! It takes real grown women to do real grown women things like this!!!!( tears of joy) God place me on this path for a reason!!! I've meet & read some phenomenal journey and enjoyed all of you ladies....... MUCH LOVE FOR-REAL!!!! My sis is on here who also been rocking with me for as keeping me motivated when I slip or feel down........and my other boo Terra....Special thanks to them as well!!!!!! Updated on 6 May 2014: Just got my money order for my final payment for my surgery!!!! THANK YOU BABY JESUS!!!!! LORD I THANK YOU!!!! Such a big relief!!! =)) The devil thought he had me this morning....had a flat tire...which was an expense that I did not budget for....went to tire place...was told needed 3 tires....had to purchase those on top of other things....I still smile =) The Dr office asked if I wanted to move my surgery date up- LOL I was like ummmmm heck No..... I'm keep May 22nd..... Pre Op appt is on the 8th @ 11a so I'm excited about that!!!! Yall have a Blessed & Happy Day because I will!!! MUAH!!!! Updated on 7 May 2014: Just wanted to tell all you beautiful ladies that God Blesses us and fills us with joy beyond all measure, for he considers each of us a rare and priceless treasure..... WE ARE DIAMONDS!!!!!! Don't let NO one tell YOU Different!!!! MUAH!!!!!!!!! Updated on 7 May 2014: Spice up your figure and lift up your rear in this boyshort shaper. Staying true to your curves, it adjusts perfectly to your body and smoothes the waist, back, abdomen, and hips. Magical seams serve to enhance your curves, especially in the rear - making it look rounder not flatter. Ultra-flat zipper makes it easy to put on and invisible under clothing. Outer layer in powernet and a smooth fabric on the inside for a soft and fresh feeling on the skin. Versatility to the max - multiway straps allow you to wear different tops or even hook them to your bra. Wear it after surgery or post-partum to protect and tighten your skin quicker. 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Updated on 8 May 2014: So went to my pre-opt appt and got all emtional with Amy =) had to take some pretty pictures of my tummy which I will update later.... got my vitamines and signed all my papers.... everything is set in stone for May 22nd @ 9am..... =) Weight loss Update so far I am down 9lb's which puts me @ 229... I'm pray so hard to get to 215 by by surgery date.... Pray for me as I Pray for you... Keep in mind that the devil sends his best people at you... so always stay ready!!! =)) Bc they comes in sheep clothing!!!!! Beware!!! Stay Blessed!!! & Always keep God 1st... & Have a safe & good Day!!!! MUAH!!!! ( Smile Even when it hurts) Remain Humble!!!) Updated on 8 May 2014: Updated on 12 May 2014: Okay yall I'm trying not to think so much on it....but I'm 10 days away from the flat-side....sometimes I think to self & be like is this really about to happen?? Yall I actually tried to recall the last time I had a flat stomach...and I couldn't -LOL.....yall keep me in your prayers as I will do for you!!! It's getting real!!!! Updated on 13 May 2014: Flat-side Party 1 WEEK 1 DAY 16 HOURS 56 MINUTES 2 SECONDS Updated on 15 May 2014: Here's some memorable moments...... I had a talk with her (stomach) this morning, and we have decided that it was fun while we where together and now it's time to part ways soon... She(stomach) told me that its okay and that she(stomach) understand and soon you're be on the flat-side & wish me the best =)) .... (happy tears)!!!!! Here's some photos that were taken of Big Bertha aka my stomach at my pre-op appt..... LOL Updated on 15 May 2014: I so love this site!! Where theirs no Haters!! No bashing!! Just real grown women sharing their journey of there most desirable wish of having a flat stomach.... I love to see other women empower other women to be conquerors!!! I wouldn't have it any other way!!! We all shared laughter, encouragement, and most part sistahood!!!! Yall give yourself a pat on the back for being GROWN & Sexy!!! We are all rare DIAMOND's!!! Be Blessed!! MUCH LOVE!!!! Updated on 15 May 2014: 7.5 vicodins -pain medication (which I hope it works!!) Promethegan suppositories- for nausea Clindamycin-antibiotics Diazepam-for muscle spams Starting today I will start on stool softeners because I do not want to experience any Bowel issue...and I think I make take me a laxative the night before... if anyone have any suggestion please share!! Updated on 15 May 2014: Gotta be @ the hospital @ 6am on May 22nd!!!!! Wheeew!!! Breathe in...Breathe out!!! Gone head and do the chicken head & turn it out!!! LOL..... Yaaaaaaay I'm almost there!!!!!! Dang I'M SOOOOOO CRUNK!!!!!! Updated on 16 May 2014: All I can do is smile at this point!!!! Yall I'm so crunk I don't know what I'm do!!. Can't be still =)) BTW- got my polished removed & toes done.... getting lashes and hair did next week... Gotta be cute for this new stomach... LOL Updated on 17 May 2014: GM to all my beautiful RS sista's.... 5 days left before my big day..... weighed this morning and I'm still at the same weight 229 which hurts a little but it will okay..... Don't look like I will be hitting my goal of 215 which I gotta accept it for what it is and keep it moving.... about to start on my master cleaning..which includes dusting everything & washing everything in my house... Yall be Blessed and have a Marvelous day!!!! Updated on 18 May 2014: Good morning!! Good Morning to all my Ladies!!! I'm almost there!!! Thank you Jesus!!! Updated on 18 May 2014: Updated on 18 May 2014: Updated on 18 May 2014: I dare you to give yourself permission to "Let it GO"......sometimes we have to let it go to see if it's meant to come back to you!! Whatever is hindering you,,,troubling your mind,,,,I dare you to turn it over to GOD and give yourself permission to let go!!! (Sometime we have to preach to ourselves) This is what I told myself this morning.... just let it go & find that inner peace!!!! & Everything is will fall into its place!!!! (like a puzzle-finding the right piece to fit into the right slot) AMEN!!! Updated on 19 May 2014: YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!!!!! Scared but excited all at the same time!!!!! Updated on 20 May 2014: GM!! GM!!! It's about to go down!!!!! Less than a day away!!!! Yall I'm ready!!! So excited right NOW!!!! Overflow with tears of JOY!!!!!! MUAH!!! Yall have a Blessed day now!!!! Updated on 21 May 2014: Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! If you dream it, you can do it!!! Nothing to achieving something that your heart & soul desires... bounce back if you fall...and GET IT!!!! Happy Wednesday EVERRRRRYBODY!!!!!! MUAH!!!!!! Updated on 21 May 2014: Morning to all my Diva's!!!!! Ladies I'm just hours away from my most desirable dream!!! Wishing all my ladies GOOD LUCK on there journeys!! WE DESERVE THIS!!!!! MUAH!!MUAH!!!!! XOXOXO Updated on 21 May 2014: 1st would like to Thank GOD for another days journey!!! Also want yall to know that I really appreciate your support, Prayers & wishes!!! I thought that I was going to be going crazy and etc...but I'm sitting at home relaxing listening to some good Gospel music....having an inner session with GOD!!! Yall have a Blessed night!!! MUAH!!!!!!!!!! Updated on 22 May 2014: Morning beautiful Doll's!!! My day is here!!! Getting ready to head to the surgical center!!! MUAH!!!!! Stay tune..... =))))) Updated on 22 May 2014: That face though....lol Updated on 22 May 2014: Ladies i made it....will talk later....in some pain....but thanks for all the love & support!!! Updated on 22 May 2014: I will take more Updated on 23 May 2014: Hello my RS sistas....just want to tell you all that God is good. Sitting at home with this praise on the inside....I've accomplished my dream & for that I'm soooo excited & thankful....my 1st day was a little rough but i made it....todays has been good..up walking and getting much love & support from everyone! Yall made my heart smile....Much Love! BTW i will provide more pictures... Updated on 25 May 2014: Hadn't reveal the tummy yet....but i will......very sore....not in pain...DR took off 8 pounds..will revel tummy when i go for appt on Wednesday... agian thanks ladies for the support....my God!!!! So thankful & Blessed... OAN i didn't get weighed but i did weigh myself at home and i was 226.7 so i will.weigh again once the swelling goes down.....MUAH!!! Updated on 25 May 2014: Updated on 25 May 2014: I love my results so far...just have a mini complaint about my back fat,..which i will get that liposuction when i do my BBL...NOT Much swelling either also i haven't had an appetite nor a BM.... thanks again for all the support..much love Updated on 26 May 2014: Down too 217.... I know I was suppose to wait but i couldn't help myself....My PS took off a little over 8lbs.... I go back on Wednesday & i will address my concern about my back flank....bc his other patients did not have that & I'm kind upset bc mines do not look like theirs... Updated on 26 May 2014: Yall i feel like im about to pop....lol.....okay i need suggestions here...i hadn't had a BM yet....but i have been passing a lot of gas though....sounds like its thundering outside when it passes lol.... Updated on 26 May 2014: Yall my stomach is so freaking tight.....its uncomfortable!! Jesus take the wheel please!!! I took some mineral oil...& coloace....i pray i go like yesterday...oh my God...... Updated on 27 May 2014: Looking at my before pic the part that i have an complaint about is part of my bra roll....he did deliver exactly what he said he was going to do...my rolls that were lower was addressed....its the one that was high up that appeared to have been pulled down when my PS did the tuck.....however i will see about getting that liposuction at a later time... Updated on 27 May 2014: Hey ladies just giving a quick update....everything is going...kinda emotional...just dont understand people that say they love you and don't see about you....have my 1st appt tomorrow with my PS.....haven't had a BM yet.. I've taken mineral oil...dranked a cup of coffee....taken stool softener and miralax. ...and nothing seem to b working yet. Not in pain just feel real tight.....will ttyl! Take care my loves....and again Thanks to you all that have taken time out your day to check on me...especially DR7423...she has been there every day.....thank you!!! Much Love to all you Beautiful Diviafied ladies! !!! Updated on 28 May 2014: Hey ladies.....finally had a BM...what a relief that was...went to my Dr appt today and drains were taken out....I really didn't pay to much attention to myself until i seen a pic that my sister took of me today... my weight loss shows as well as my results from TT....I am one happy girl! Also today was a bitter sweet moment where I lost a friendship of 20 yrs with someone and it looks like I'm about to loose another! My thing Is this I'm too grown to explain myself to another childish grownup...smh its more to the story but it ain't worth my time..... OAN I so swollen like OMG! Updated on 29 May 2014: My ladies yall got me in tears......if nobody told yall today they luv u....I'm telling ya now !! Yall rocks with me...as i rocks wid yall..... mannnnn yall got me feeling like a million bucks!! Updated on 29 May 2014: Yelp I'm thick....but watch me melt..... Updated on 29 May 2014: Yall today makes a week since i said my good byes to big berta.....I'm so overwhelmed with so much love shown......still sleeping in my recliner....still dont have much of an appetite but no complaints here....now its time to get shed some more & get toned.....much love too all of you! Updated on 29 May 2014: I got a little back there..but i need it to stand out....like booty booty rockin everywhere lol...what yall think? Updated on 30 May 2014: Just want to say be happy in the skin that you're in no matter what.....bc at the end of the day... we have to set that example of what we as women was naturally created to be.... God has his hands over us.....his protected shield covers us from harm..... Yall I'm claiming it....wedding bells...... standing on God's word ! Much Love to you all..... Updated on 30 May 2014: ********213*******Yeeeeeaaaaa buddy!!!!!!!!!!!!Yall Im so happy!!! Thank you God!! Updated on 30 May 2014: I so love me! And you all too!!! Updated on 30 May 2014: Yall please support my boo!!! We got you boo!! Updated on 31 May 2014: I did 30 mins on the treadmill@ 3mph however im use to doing 3.7mph with walk an run intervals.... it felt good but i will say...me tummy hurts.....I feel super swollen....but hey that comes with the healing part..... Updated on 31 May 2014: If any of my boo's on Facebook...add me Trena Hunt..... much luv!!! My name is Trena and yea I'm tha baddest!!!! Lol~ yall I tickle myself at times...wish yall could of seen my face....had them duck lips going~boooooom.... OAN. Fyi I love to have fun....and I am very goofy.....luaghter makes my soul happy!!! Updated on 31 May 2014: I have gold in my mouth....we been together for 14yrs....Im getting them taken out next year after my breast lift. Updated on 31 May 2014: 70lbs loss with more to come..... My God! Updated on 1 Jun 2014: God I thank you! I praise you in the midst of my storm.....Lord I ask you be that bridge over my trouble waters....I know you said that you're going to step in....but my Lord I need you now....my mind is weary and I just need to be set free from whats been troubling my mind...only you can Farther God....so many mixed emotionals that I seek only in you to fix!! Standing on your word God.....you loved me first! You've seen me through my many trials and tribulations & I am thankful for your Grace and Mercy! My Jesus!!!!Jesus..Jesus!!!!! Have your way Lord!!!Depending on you!!! Amen...... Updated on 1 Jun 2014: Yall he is the beginning...my way through. ..my way over.....yall when I cross over....to redemption yall I'm not looking back....pressing my way through! Have you ever been tired of being tired of those whom take your love for granted....yall always be a step ahead of these individuals whom mean you any good....looking for better days ahead...I stamp & approve that my claim will prevail in the name of Jesus!!!Amen!!! Updated on 1 Jun 2014: Only if yall knew my pain!!!! The struggles is unreal!!! To love someone unconditionally and they not love you back...... Yall I speak so much encouragement because I be instilling that into ME.....I preach to myself to bring me out of this love pitfall that has me so down mentally!!! MY physical state of mind teaches me to love but love harder....although it feels good to be in the presence of this person....but at the same time it's killing me mentally!!! I've already had that intermediate session with GOD and only he can fix my situation because it bigger than ME alone!!! Me seeing yall happiness reminds me that brighter days are ahead....I might be in a storm now...but when it passes over....I'm make that cross over...that transition......and it's gonna be a greater achievement!!!! Don't be sad for me....instead be Happy....because MY Happiness is what I get from the energy of YALL!!!! Yall makes my day...and the people that I surround myself with!!!!! Yall I'm GONNA MAKE IT!!! I'm Be alright!!!!! I know this because my Heavenly Farther told me!!!!! Just got to pace myself and obey the word of GOD....and I will get to my destiny!!!! Yall be brave and strong out here.....our lives and others depend on us too!!!! Much Love!!!!! Updated on 2 Jun 2014: I don't know who this is for but God has not forgotten you! He is still with you & change has already started in your favor.. The storm that was sent to break you, is going to be the storm that God uses to make you... YOU ARE VICTORIOUS! Updated on 3 Jun 2014: Mini photo shoot Updated on 3 Jun 2014: Mini photo shoot..... Updated on 3 Jun 2014: Still swollen but I've came along ways from where i use to be...Im keeping thr Faith that I will achieve what i desire! Thank you Jesus! Updated on 3 Jun 2014: Flowers were delivered....yalll im in tears of joy!!!!! Updated on 4 Jun 2014: New seasons often carry new surroundings. Don't lose sleep over people that God has disconnected you from! Embrace what's ahead! INCREASE!! Updated on 4 Jun 2014: Broken heartedness is a temporary condition. Don't make it permanent. Your faith works. Use it! Focus on GOD'S love 4 you.#John3:16 Updated on 4 Jun 2014: The hand that broke your heart isn't equipped to heal you. Jesus will heal your broken heart. Just keep your eyes on Him. Updated on 4 Jun 2014: God, You are an Omniscient God who formed us with a purpose in your Kingdom. You created us to experience an expected end. Today, we say thank You for allowing us to walk with You. We bind our feet to the path of righteousness that we may stay on the path You have chosen for us. We declare that we will be in position to be witnesses of Your power, Your grace, and Your compassion for every assignment You have given us. Your Word says “Man shall not live by bread alone but by the Word that proceeds from the mouth of God”. We thank You Lord that You are still speaking to Your children today. Thank You for communing with us so that we may know Your plans. Your Word says that the “Kingdom of God has been preached” and everyone is pressing into it. We declare that we will “press toward the mark of the high calling that is in Christ Jesus”. Today, we continue to press to know our place in Your Kingdom. You said that “if we lacked wisdom, we should ask, and You would give it to us”. So today, we ask for wisdom to know more of our position in Your Kingdom. Father, thank You for calling us not only to salvation, but You specifically designing a place for us to serve. We ask You to illuminate that place to us. Give us the desire to press to find that which you have planned for us. “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings to seek it out”. Today, we seek to know the Master's plan. God, give us the strength to run this race and stand in the proper place that You designed for us “before the foundations of the world”. We declare that no obstacle can prevent us from attaining the victory won at Calvary. We rebuke every obstacle and distraction in the Name of Jesus. So, we stand against fear, we stand against doubts and we stand against past failures, knowing that the place of destiny is already established in Heaven and shall be manifested on earth if we faint not. We declare that we will finish this race and we will run that “we might obtain the prize”. We humbly say 'yes' today to your will for our lives. In Jesus' Name, Amen Updated on 4 Jun 2014: "The enemy is trying to displace you where GOD placed you." Tell them (the enemy) THANK YOU for your many affliction because you are stronger...wiser...better...and more than mighty!!!Don't fear my take over..bc when I cross over....it's going to be more than exceeding Blessing waiting on me!!!! Amen!!! Updated on 5 Jun 2014: Making A Way by The Truthettes There's been times in my life I've felt so alone I had no one to call my own but that's when you came my way Just to let me know I'd always have some place to go Chorus: When my life was bound in chains You set me free You keep on making a way for me You keep on making a way for me Sometimes on this road Things get so bad It's makes me feel down hearted and sad But when we need you the most You always come thru You've done everything you said you would do (Chorus) Everyday hasn't been Sunday in my life No, no, no, no, no, no, no , no, no I've had my share of trouble and strife Lord it was you that made the sun shine so bright And just like you said you made everything alright (chorus) adlib You keep (making a way) Everyday of my life umhumm (You keep making a way) Things get so bad sometimes but I don't worry about it Because you got allllll, all power in your hand I give the praise, I give you the glory Thank you Jesus, when I need you You were there right there, right there ooooh ooh You keep making a way for me Updated on 5 Jun 2014: Waist training...today marks.my 2 weeks...today i did my taebo workout and it felt good!!! Updated on 6 Jun 2014: Breaking tha yoke!!!!!! FREED!!!!! Updated on 6 Jun 2014: Yall sending a special Prayer to my boo Soon2BeNew!!!! So excited for her today!!!! Updated on 7 Jun 2014: Yall I'm on my 2nd day of waist training....When I say.....it's NOOOOOOO joke..... LAWD how mercy on me...... SMH......Beauty is pain.... I try to wear it at least 4-6hrs a day....... yall keep me in your prayers.... geeesh....... =(( Updated on 8 Jun 2014: Yall think 4 times before you put on that waist clincher lol .........it's tha truth!! Updated on 8 Jun 2014: Relationship Goals... If you can love the wrong person that much, stop and think of how much you can love the right one. Updated on 9 Jun 2014: Yall sending a special prayers to a dear boo....her special day is tomorrow... Updated on 9 Jun 2014: God allows everything to happen for a reason. Circumstances will either direct you, correct you, or perfect you.... it's your choice..... Updated on 9 Jun 2014: Yall I've had some painful circumstances and that's why I do what I do on here...I want to reach out to someone that may need that encouragement....because its hard to find your own way but I did...and I am...I'm still standing!!! We should lifted each other in Prayer everyday because tomorrow is NOT promised!!! Someone may be going through now and it could be you tomorrow...LETS STAND TOGETHER!!!! MUCH LOVE TO EACH AND ALL OF YOU!!!! Updated on 10 Jun 2014: When you say I love you, you are making a promise with someone else's heart. You should honor it with actions to prove it. Love is not only an emotion, love is what you do also. Updated on 12 Jun 2014: Being Brokenhearted is a temporary condition. Dont make it permanent.Your faith in God works.Use it!Just keep Focusing on God's Love for you, my friend. ?#?John3?:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Updated on 13 Jun 2014: Yall today is her day...make sure to stop by and wish her well..... =))) Updated on 14 Jun 2014: Updated on 22 Jun 2014: Had some fun last night with tha ladies Updated on 22 Jun 2014: Hi to all my diva's!!!! Since I've return fully back to work, it's been so busy! I am still on the health kick which is my lifestyle change! Swelling is still their however I see a slight different. I am going to wait for Tummy pic's when I lose a little more weight..... I know one thing for sure is that...if I had to turn back the hands of time...I would do it all over again!!! Loving Me some ME!! Last time I did weigh I was at 212lb.... so the next time I weigh I pray that I can update it with a number under 200lb....... I might not get on here like I use too... PLEASE keep in MIND...when Daily Prayers are said...ALL my RS sista's are included!!!!! Pray that everyone has a success healing process and transition into this new life change.... Updated on 22 Jun 2014: Sometimes you feel left out...when the truth is God kept you out! Celebrate God's interference! AND DON'T GIVE UP!!! I've learned to Stop giving everything in ME to people who do nothing for ME. Our time, your heart, and your loyalty should all be earned!!!! Set the standards HIGH!!!! When you lower them....you can end of with more than just a broken heart!!! AMEN!!!! Updated on 22 Jun 2014: I'd rather have an enemy who admits they hate me, instead of a friend who secretly puts me down... I say this because we have these individuals around us @ all time... Can be not just your friends...but it can be anyone.... Don't be dismays by people actions and characters..because the true reveal may be to late..... Keep your eyes open....Speaking from experiences!!!!! Also another thing I want to mention Ladies....sometimes its better to NOT mention what you had done for as procedure bc even the one that says they won't tell a soul....have another friend that they tell that same line too and trust them enough to tell your business too.... It's more people that know about what I had done for as my TT...than what I told.... WHICH brings me to say this...... if you don't want no one to discuss your business..... it's best to keep it to yourself...... I had to learn un-expectantly when people asked me how I feel since that's all gone....meaning my stomach....... Be mindful and careful!!! Much LOVE!!!!! Updated on 22 Jun 2014: I want to inspire people...bc I want someone to say they did not give up...because of my success.....surround yourself around people that can make it contagious that you seek that same ambitious and motivation but well driven like you do.... it's a struggle....BUT I DARE YOU CHALLENGE YOURSELF RIGHT NOW AND SAY.....I WILL NOT GO BACK TO that OLD PERSON....FROM HERE ON OUT I SPEAK AND DECLARE THAT I ACHIEVE MY DREAM AND CONQUERED ALL MY FEARS....BUT I WILL NOT BE DEFEATED!!!!! We gotta know when to play offense and defense!!!! KNOW YOUR TEAM!!!!! Updated on 23 Jun 2014: Updated on 23 Jun 2014: Yes, somebody somewhere is hoping you fail...but don't focus on that. Be thankful that someone somewhere is praying for you to succeed!!! Updated on 23 Jun 2014: Don't allow a sudden negative change in your situation to bring about a sudden negative change in Your declaration. Keep speaking Faith !!!? 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Eyes off the storm & back on The Lord.#Hebrews12:2 ## WORK IN PROGRESS!!! HE's WORKING FOR ME & ON ME!!! Updated on 1 Jul 2014: If they have no idea how you got where you are there's no way they're qualified to tell you that you can't go farther. Don't allow people to deter you from where you trying to get too!!! Updated on 1 Jul 2014: Updated on 3 Jul 2014: XL size 38 from a 44 look at God! WONT HE DO IT Updated on 5 Jul 2014: Thick...thick..... Updated on 5 Jul 2014: I fell in love with Me...best feeling ever!!! Updated on 7 Jul 2014: No matter what Ladies.... make sure to LOVE yourself!!!! Inside & out!!! I know we all have things about ourselves that we do not like... work at them....bc the harder we work for it... the end results will be outstanding!!! God has had a perfect plan from all eternity to touch the lives of others through the lives of you & ME!!! I say this to tell YOU... be careful what you do....bc IT'S always someone watching..... We all have came across each other paths for reasons and have shared something rare but priceless and that's the LOVE of EMPOWERMENT for one another!!!! So I am telling each & ONE OF YOU... THAT I AM PROUD of YOUR MANY Accomplishment BC I KNOW we Pressing towards the MARK!!!!!! AMEN!!!!! If NO ONE TOLD YOU TODAY.... I'm TELLING YOU NOW.... Embrace it!!!! Get it!!!! Go Hard!!!! Remain focus!!! Love one another!!!! MUCH LOVE DIVA'S!!!! Updated on 7 Jul 2014: I have not did any updates on my TT..... it's a reason for it!!! I will definitely update a picture of my stomach soon..... & weight loss!!!! Yall Have A BLESSED DAY... bc I WILL!!! MUAH!!!! =))) Updated on 7 Jul 2014: Updated on 9 Jul 2014: No matter the things/issues that may come your way continue to give God praise! Remember that you are a conquer & that your name is victory! The story was already written. Bless Him at all times! After your test you will have a testimony that may help someone else. It's not your will but it's His! You will overcome! All you have to do is give it to Him. When it looks as if the enemy is surrounding you just stand still. You will be able to say & know that it was nobody but Jesus! I love you all! Updated on 9 Jul 2014: Don't worry about the Naysayers!!! They are not aware of your provider, your Father, your faith, your favor, your deliverer, your strength...etc. They are only distractions! Keep your eyes on Him! Updated on 10 Jul 2014: I wanted to wait but I have gotten alot of request of my TT update.... still not as flat...but I have hope Updated on 10 Jul 2014: Yall I can feel my collar bone.... whoo whoo whoop.... Me so happy.... cannot wait to get down 40lbs more pounds. .... I am living & loving every moment. ... Updated on 10 Jul 2014: Waist training... going good... I have an XL which is a 38... I am on my 2nd row... which I will be going to a Large soon...... Updated on 11 Jul 2014: It's better to have a small amount of great hearted ppl in your life, than a great amount of small minded ppl in it!!! Updated on 11 Jul 2014: Me loves me....... Updated on 11 Jul 2014: Updated on 23 Jul 2014: Refuse to allow a lie about me to hinder the relationships God has ordained for me. Don't combat lies with fists.Combat lies with FAITH! Updated on 23 Jul 2014: Even when life is confusing and tough, the faithfulness of God remains true. Don't let go, God never will #Deuteronomy31:6 Updated on 23 Jul 2014: Updated on 24 Jul 2014: http://getskinnywithmissie.bigcartel.com Not even going on 30 days & I'm about to transition from a XL 38 to an L 36.... measured and I'm 34 1/2..... cannot wait for my tummy to be extremely flat!! Updated on 24 Jul 2014: you have individual that go out there way to set-up an Account...just to see what you got going on... creating fake names and etc.... if you are reading this... FIND YOU SOMEONE ELSE TO PLAY WITH!!!! I'M THA WRONG ONE but @ the RIGHT TIME -LMBO silly RABBITS!!!TRICKS ARE FOR KIDS-hahahahaha!!!! BTW--------I DO NOT PLAY WITH KIDS!!!REAL GROWN OVER HERE!!!! Nosey Azz'z!!! Booooooooom ***the end**** Had to take it there!!!!! It's some fakeness out there!!!! Yall BE careful for the ones that take out there day to make you a priority.... Updated on 25 Jul 2014: Yall Diva's have an awesome day today!!!! MUAH!!!! I'm officially 2 Mos PO!!! Yaaaay ME!!! Updated on 29 Jul 2014: "If you keep your eyes on things above, those struggles you are going through soon have to line up with your Faith.?#?Hebrews11?:6 Updated on 29 Jul 2014: "When God is your God, there are four things you can trust Him for: instruction, protection, provision and direction. Updated on 29 Jul 2014: Offense only comes where there is expectation, so be careful where you put your expectation. Don't expect people to be more than people. Updated on 4 Aug 2014: NEVER judge God's love for you by your circumstances. Your circumstances will change. But GOD's love for you never will.?#?Hebrews13?:8 Updated on 7 Aug 2014: My Prayer: Farther God I come before you as a child of God & ask for deliverance, peace, redemption, financial guidance, & happiness. My mind is so weary of the things that is out of my control. It’s hindering me from moving forward. I stand on your word which is so powerful although it things that is troubling me each way that I turn. I ask of you to show me signs of which path that I need to take with your guidance of leading me there. Farther God I claim a victorious declaration. Too be a better child of God, a better mother, feature wife, and friend. What is meant to destroy me, I know that you’ve worked it out to restore me. In Jesus name, AMEN. Updated on 7 Aug 2014: God didn't make a mistake when he created you so stop allowing people to treat you like an accident! You were created on purpose with purpose so Live out your purpose! Stop settling for less when God has promised to exceed your expectations! If you couldn't have it, God wouldn't have promised it! Go get what's yours. #rp Updated on 7 Aug 2014: Declare over your life what you want to see in your life! I am the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:21) I am healed (Isaiah 53:5) I am favored (Psalm 5:12) I am a joint heir with Jesus (Romans 8:17) Everything I put my hand to will prosper (3 John 1:2) I am accepted and approved (Ephesians 1:6) I will have a long life (Psalm 91:16) Updated on 7 Aug 2014: If God doesn't convict you, don't allow the world to condemn you! Many Christians are living in [RS bleep] worried about pleasing people more than they worry about displeasing God! If you have a relationship with God, he will let you know when you are wrong! Stop giving people so much power in your life! God has set you free and you're allowing the OPINIONS of others to keep you imprisoned! Study the word for yourself, ask God for a true revelation and live accordingly!#rp Updated on 7 Aug 2014: Many people are fighting secret battles! Many are hiding deep pain behind their beautiful smile! Many are at the edge ready to give up! Before you judge their actions, know that they may be experiencing a battle they don't know how to face! Before you react, say a small prayer for them. It might be the prayer that changes their life! To all of you who are fighting a battle, know that I'm praying with you and for you! Most of all God loves you!#rp Updated on 7 Aug 2014: He prove his love for us daily! Updated on 8 Aug 2014: If you don't know who you are, you allow people, things, and circumstances to give you your identity! God predetermined your worth and your purpose! He doesn't create anything mediocre! You are a the righteousness of God by faith! You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession! You are valuable! None of this is because of anything you've done, it's ALL because of who God is! All of the kingdom people should be shouting right now! Go get your inheritance! Updated on 18 Aug 2014: 207...from 283... Look at God!!!! Won't HE DO IT!! Updated on 18 Aug 2014: Updated on 18 Aug 2014: Updated on 18 Aug 2014: Good morning ladies... just want to give an quick update on me.... I'm still in the business of rebirth! Just living for GOD and my children! I've came along ways....& by far I'm not yet where I want to be... But I know it takes time & patience to get there!!! I have the biggest fan every & that is God & self!! Want to take the time out to tell YOU ALL that this journey would have not been easy without all my REAL SELF DIVA'S.... I have so much LOVE FOR ALL OF YOU!!!! HAVE A SAFE BUT BLESSED DAY!!!! Updated on 14 Nov 2014: Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeey ALL MY DIVAS!!!!!! Updated on 14 Nov 2014: It's in my heart!!! TO love me!!!! It's a must to love yourself! Have a good day love's----feels good to be back on here to check in with you all!!!!!
About me: I'm 5'9 and I weigh around 150-155. I had been considering a breast augmentation for years and finally decided to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shewmake in September. I had done tons of research and knew exactly what I wanted when I initially met him! I knew I wanted Saline implants and I wanted to be a large D cup after the procedure. After meeting with Dr. Shewmake, he told me about the new adjustable implants that are available (there is a port left under the skin for 6 months and saline can be added or removed with a hypodermic needle to achieve the desired size after surgery). I know many women who wish they had gone a little bigger or smaller so I was excited to have the option of adjustable implants. They're the same price as non-adjustable, just a little more inconvenient because the port will need to be removed eventually. Dr. Shewmake informed me that my breasts were very symmetrical so it would be easy to put the same volume in each and have excellent results. I scheduled my appointment for October 9th and was ready to go! I had a month left until surgery to start my vitamins and finalize any last minute decisions. Dr. Shewmake started me on Arnica two weeks out to help with swelling and bruising and Bromelain one week out. (Once I started taking Bromelain, I had terrible headaches. He said I could stop taking it, so I jumped at the opportunity!) Updated on 1 Nov 2013: Updated on 1 Nov 2013: I arrived at the surgical pavilion at 11AM. My surgery was scheduled for 1PM and I was actually a lot calmer than I figured I would be. After speaking with the anesthesiologist and Dr. Shewmake (who went above and beyond to make me comfortable and answered any last minutes concerns I had), getting an IV, and relaxing for a bit, I was ready to go! I don't remember much after getting some medicine to "take the edge off" but am hour and a half later, I was waking up with a new pair of boobs! In recovery, I felt amazing. I didn't have any pain at all and was wide awake. I was uncomfortable and scared to move too much but I was on cloud nine because it was all over! The nurse showed me my new breasts and provided us with at home instructions regarding my incisions and pain medication. I had internal, dissolving stitches and external glue and surgical tape. I didn't know until that point that I had 525 cc's and I initially thought they'd be huge. Turns out, Dr. Shewmake knows what he's doing and they fit my body wonderfully! I knew I could trust him! I was given an appointment for my follow up visit and then we were released and headed home! Updated on 1 Nov 2013: Updated on 1 Nov 2013: Updated on 1 Nov 2013:
I have been considering a tummy tuck for 10 years. I have always had a lower "pooch" even before kids. All the women in my family do. But after my youngest son was born it hangs over and very full. I am 5'3 and 168lbs. After my son I weight 213 and lost 50lbs and maintained for 7 years, but two years ago I started gaining. First came boobs, from a B to a D in a couple of months, YAY! Then came everything else, BOO! From Dec 2011 to March 2012 I gained 30 lbs while working with a trainer. After gaining 6 lbs in one week she made me go to my doctor. Best news ever... it was my thyroid! After trying to fix it naturally I gained 10 more lbs and finally gave in to Armour medication in August of 2012. I have lost 30 lbs. I still should lose 30 more to be ideal for the TT but, I have been told that losing any weight with my condition is a feat so I may be at my "new normal". I have chosen Dr. Shewmake. He was recommended by two friends in the plastic surgery world. I met him and felt very comfortable and set up the surgery that day. My surgery is July 29th. I am nervous to say the least! He didn't recommend any other procedures, but I keep reading about people doing lipo on their flanks. What's a flank? I will post pictures soon and update as I go! Updated on 12 Jul 2013: Here are my before photo's: My family keeps saying, "You look so good and have done so well with your weight. Are you sure you need this?" So I will be sending them these photo's cause spanx holds in a lot! My oh so sweet, Southern Belle of a grandmother said. "your tummy looks fine, is this going to do anything for your butt?" lol I have been very blessed in the rear area, and my husband likes it, so it will be staying! Updated on 16 Jul 2013: Yesterday was my preop appointment. I was so excited, until I received a call asking to reschedule because they didn't have my vitamins in stocks. Unfortunately, my schedule is so busy preparing to be off work for several weeks, that I couldn't find another time to come in. At first I was a little put off when they mentioned that I could come in and they could mail my vitamins to me, but I would have to pay for the extra postage. Not really a big deal, but it's still bad business. It's not my fault they didn't calculate their stock correctly. (Sorry, I own a business and it's hard to stop thinking like that! lol) I was also disappointed that my PS wasn't going to be there, because I had questions that I thought only he could answer. So I went in and meet with Amy. She was amazing!! Made me feel very comfortable and was able to answer almost all my questions, the only one she couldn't answer was about my thyroid medication but she had my answer by the end of the day! When it was time to take the dreaded before picture, with my who hoo uncovered, I just lifted my dress over my head like I was a little kid!! HAHA she told me to "face this way" and I had to say, "which way, I had my eyes closed!" She was so encouraging and really pumped me up to get this over with!!! She did say that I should keep the compression garment on for one week solid. Yuck! They will provide me a roll of tape that will help the scar heal, so that's helpful. She give me all the info about the hotel I will be staying at as well. They take of everything and give us our room key when we check in for surgery! YAY YAY YAY 13 days and counting down!! Updated on 27 Jul 2013: Well, I have just two more days till my surgery. I am so nervous it's crazy! I had all these plans for everything I was going to do the weekend before, such as clean my house from top to bottom paint my bedroom etc... Then we had to have the air conditioning replaced in our house. It's July in the south. I won't be doing anything around my house this weekend. I actually asked the Dr if there was something I could take for anxiety. He prescribed me 3 valuim. I have yet to take them because I just don't like to take medication. But I may have to! I plan on putting a post opp bag and folder together with all the instructions on what to do for me and include a place where people or myself can write down when and how many meds I took, so I don't take too many. I will be having Lymphatic Drainage massage done a couple of times tomorrow and Monday morning in hopes that it will help speed the healing process and get my drains out quicker. I have to tell you guys about Amy and Dr. Shewmake's office. She has been amazing! I have been emailing her almost daily with questions and she usually responds very quickly. That has been wonderful!! I have three friends who are wanting to get TT's and now I have become their own personal info-merical for my PS. I'm going to have to ask him if he has a referral program! lol well, I supposed that is enough rambles of a nervous woman for now! Updated on 28 Jul 2013: Well, My nerves got the best of me. I broke down and took half a Valuim. PS gave me 25 not 3. Don't know where I got that. Tomorrow is the big day!!!! I'm more "what the crap am I thinking?? I'm perfectly healthy and I'm going to pay someone to cut me open??" than excited. My house is a mess, I haven't cleaned anything due to heat and no AC (i know, I know, 1st world Problems) But I know I have a wonderful family who will be taking care of me so I may trying to give over control and accept that not everything will be perfect before I go into surgery and recovery. Don't know if I will update before.... So see you on the flat side! Updated on 29 Jul 2013: Well it is done! Not as bad as I thought it was going to be. I walking to the bathroom and even walked around the hotel room. Dr. Shewmake came to see me. And said I was doing well. I love him!! I can't wait. To See the results! But I can't already see that my curtain is gone!!!! Updated on 30 Jul 2013: It was bad at all! And As long as I stay on top of my med, I feel pretty good! As you can tell from my typing I am little druged! Dr.Shewmake was amazing and awesome!! I have Lymphatic Drainage done be fore the opp and I have little drainage now. I would recommend it everyone! I already have less the 30 CC's in my right drain! Updated on 31 Jul 2013: I feel so good. I'm ready to go shopping!! And then.... I went to the bathroom.. Now I need a three hour nap! I'm sure but I think my PS lipo mu butt as well. Which was my husband favorite part of me, But Won't doubt my PS for at least six Months! He stopped and prayed with us and then he said his own prayer. He put all at total ease. Updated on 1 Aug 2013: 3 days post opp and I got to take out one of my drains and the pain pump! If you know someone that does Lymphatic Drainage Have it done! It made a huge difference in how long I had to keep my drains in. Everyday I feel better! (Well yesterday was total hell!) My but and Back are crazy swollen. i hope that goes down soon. Again the staff and Shewmake PS is amazing! They saw me today on short notice to pull out the drain and give me a better binder Updated on 1 Aug 2013: I Have tried Coffee, Stool Softeners, and Cherry's nothing has worked! My Honey is running to the store to get some MOM for me. I hope it works! Tomorrow I will get a chair massage with some LDT to help with the swelling and hopefully do a little walking. I will update tomorrow on if it worked! Updated on 2 Aug 2013: I should have left the pain pump in!!! There was a reason for it! I am not superwoman! Then Some one in my family was being helpful and combined two of my medications into one bottle, so instead of getting one Vaulim, my thyroid meds, and an anti-botic and pain meds; I got a Valuim, A Zanoflex, two pain pills and my thyroid meds. My poor dad almost called 911 cause I wasn't responding at all. Finally, I told him I was on the phone with Dolly Parton and he claimed down a little. Think God I didn't die. The swelling is unreal! I feel like I'm about to pop! Tomorrow I will have a chair massage with lymph drainage (didn't get one today) so I will up date on how it works! Updated on 3 Aug 2013: Well, It was sorta a shower. I kept my binder on, sat on the chair and shaved my legs. I have been using Playtex freshen up cloths, so I feel great! My stylist and I are going to work out a way to wash and roll my hair without me having to lean back in the chair. I'll up date more on that when I get back. My tummy looks so awesome! But my butt is gone, and that was my husbands favorite feature! lol I hear it may come back after my tummy muscles loosen up. One drain to go and 3 days till my post op appointment! Updated on 3 Aug 2013: Updated on 3 Aug 2013: Well, I went to my stylist, washed my hair, had my first real meal, BBQ and potato salad; and had a chair massage. And I am so swollen! I am sitting with my feet evaluated, but I have no idea if that will do anything or not. My side hurt a bit and a wanted to hunch over more today. I want to stand up straight and suck in my stomach, but I'm not sure if that will mess up my abs. Anybody know? Updated on 4 Aug 2013: Hating today! I am so sick of being in the house, the bed, being swollen , everything! I just want to be normal again!!!! But two more days and I will have my follow up and be able to take a real live shower!! Updated on 5 Aug 2013: So today started out awful. I was a big whiny baby! I had a friend call to see if she could come see me and I said no. I told her I didn't want to see anybody and I just wanted to hide under the covers till this was over! Then I got a call from my PS office asking if they could reschedule my follow up for a day later. I sent poor Amy (who has been amazing) a big long whiny rant about how miserable I was! I told her the only way I would change my appointment is if I could take out my own drain. She said I could. AND I DID! I feel so much better! I went outside and sat on my deck for a minute then took a pain pill and pulled that baby out! AHHH, Sweet relief! Then only thing that hurt is when I looked over at my husband and he was hanging on the door for dear life, cause he was about to pass out. Then I started laughing and that hurt! So now I love life again! I would really like to start walking or doing some sort of exercise other than leg stretches. Does anyone know when we can do some little something? My butt is started to hurt from sitting all the time! So For all of you who are ready this wondering if it is worth it. even after today when I was miserable, my husband said, 'do you want me to take a picture of you naked to remind you that it is worth it?? It's worth it! Updated on 7 Aug 2013: Today I went in to see my amazing Dr! He said everything was looking good. Told me that the "fat" in the top of my stomach was just swelling and it should all go away. He also said I could take a shower and pulled off the Steri-Strips off my incision and gave me some tape to place over the incision to help with scaring. Then my dad and I had lunch (I had baked Sweet potato and dumplings of the chikdrens menu. Dumplings were a big mistake.) Updated on 7 Aug 2013: This a picture of my scar without tape. I keep forgetting to take pictures in my bikini! So sorry for all the naked photos!!! Updated on 8 Aug 2013: So my husband and I went out to dinner tonight I had a few chips (no salt) and some Guacamole plus about half a cup of soup. Then we drove around a bit and went to Kroger to pick up some Turmeric. I took one pill and really felt it helped with swelling! I do feel that I did a little more than I should have but I am now resting nicly with the help of a Viciden ! Updated on 9 Aug 2013: So I finally put on my swim suit to took a picture. I'll be honest, the reason most of my pictures are in the buff is not because I'm nudist, it's because it's too painful to keep my bidder off for to long! I have fallen in love with that thing. I just feel like my guts are going to fall out when it's off! You can't really see it in the picture but I do have one little concern: it seems like I have a pocket of fat or a "Dog ear" maybe on one side. I plan to ask my PS about it when I go back if it's still there. Updated on 12 Aug 2013: So I went back to work. I made it almost all day, but my biggest issue is the stairs. I counted today, 22 up and then 22 down. With no bathroom upstairs. I think the stairs did me in more than anything. I came home around 2 and worked from home a little then passed out till 4. I'm feeling better. I cooked dinner and had a small amount. It's an easy family favorite with canned soup in the recipe so lots of salt! I have had a strange pulling near my belly button today. I am not quite standing totally straight, but getting closer! I have been on the search for a stage 2 compression garment. I bought a Dr Rey one from Groupon, but that thing looks so small that my 9 year could fit in it! I also bought some brands from ClassicShapewear,com . I will review them when I get them in. I have searched and searched for good reviews of compression garments but haven't really found many, so I'll so my own for the next person! Set my 4 week appointment today. They said I should still wear my binder, although I would dream of taking it off! I have two, one washes, one wears...always! They also said I could start walking and doing upper body workouts. But I'm so afraid to hurt myself that I just took some cans of corn and did a few arm moves. Somebody should make an over tummy tuck workout DVD that goes month by month! Oh I also get to take off my sterri-strips and start using Mepitape. I hear it works wonders for the scars! Plus I am going to try to sleep in my own bed to night!!! Oh, how I miss my husband! Updated on 16 Aug 2013: Well, It appears I hurt myself and have been sent back to bed. They other day I was in my hammock (pretty straight and large and easy to get into) when I decided it would be wiser to turn myself around so that my feet would be higher than my head for swelling. So instead of getting out and turning around and getting back in I chose to try to turn myself in the hammock. At that point I pull some muscle in my upper abs, between my lower ribs. It hurt so bad I wanted to cuss like a sailor and breathe like I was giving birth!! So now it pulls when I take really deep breaths, and I can't lift my arms over my head or stand up straight. There's no bruise, but it hurts to touch and just hurts period. I'm bummed, but I know this too shall pass and by getting depressed about it all it does is make things worse. So I shall just Suck it up! Updated on 20 Aug 2013: So I did pull a muscle in my upper ab. I was sent back to bed for a week by my nurse. I'll be honest I had a big pitty party. I went out on Saturday to a funeral and came home so blown up I didn't know what to do. I left all my turmic at the office so I didn't have any at home. Then Sunday I went to lunch and a baby shower and same thing. Yesterday I drove 30 mins away to get a Lymphatic Drainage Massage. It was amazing! I was almost straight up after it. I didn't swell all day! I plan to go back and get one weekly. (no Stomach work though!) I did have to drive around and run errands after and my stomach muscles where twitching but I think that was because I had a foot detox as well. I do not recommend one of those at 3 weeks. Today I had a dr appointment and then right back to bed. I am trying to be good and rest so I can get going again. Updated on 21 Aug 2013: Updated on 22 Aug 2013: So I bought the Leonisa Bodyshort Compression Body Shaper from classicshapwear.com I paid $63 on sale. I love it! If has straps that can be removed and is crotchless. It appear you could go the bathroom as needed or "do the do" cause the opening is so big. It Fits great. I may have purchased it a little to large because I can fit it over my binder. But I guess we will see when I get to take off my binder. I wear it today and had full swelling due to being on my feet and eating fried chicken livers, (I'll get to that in a minute) The pictures I uploaded and right after I came back home.I was swelling but felt comfortable. I would recommend this garment! Updated on 22 Aug 2013: So today I ate fried chicken livers and my holistic docs ordered. He actually said not fried, but GROSS! I found a little country restaurant and order, me and the 80 year olds! The reason is because the are full of iron and vitamin B. Supposed to help with healing. Also today, I learned that if you wear a maxi dress and rub your swollen belly someone will ask how far along you are! lol I found it funny that at this time ten years ago I am doing the very things I was doing for the whole reason I had the surgery. I was pregnant with my youngest and had to either take iron pills or eat liver, I was on bedrest and I was rubbing a very round swollen belly! Updated on 23 Aug 2013: Ok, so I know it is a question on everybody's mind: when can I have sex? Well, I have heard "3 weeks, 4-6 weeks, when your body feels ready" or in my case, when my husband was so snappy and moody I couldn't stand him any more. Romantic right? (We had a very active sex life before, so he was used to getting it often.) Don't get me wrong, he was still taking great care of me, but just much more matter of fact and less loving. So last night I told him we were having sex. At first he was like, "no way, I don't want you to hurt yourself, I don't want to hurt you, blah,blah,blah." He really wasn't going for it. So I had to do what any good southern belle wife would do; I started taking dirty to him! Two sentences later he agreed. So I put on my "sexy" compression garment I got from Classicshapewear.com I highly recommend it. Of course it was the end of the day so I was swollen! (see pics) He was so afraid to touch me, lol. I told him this outfit was design for sex after surgery. Now this may not have been what the manufacturer designed it for, but it's what I bought it for! So that put him at ease. I told him he could touch me any where but he could not put pressure on my hips. If was so cool to take his hand and run it down my flat (well swollen, but flatter) stomach!!! for so long he had been trained not to touch my stomach, that he still didn't last night! Until I made him! IT WAS AWESOME!!!!! I felt so sexy!!! So we had a little four play, which was a little awkward cause I had planned out how to safely and comfortably have sex, but hadn't thought of four play. Then we did it where I bent over the bed and he was behind. That way my stomach was fully supported by the bed. We took it slow and easy. I did have to slap his hand one time when he grabbed my hips by force of habit. It didn't really hurt, I just didn't want him to put any force there. There was a really weird part that I will ask my Doc about. when I began to have an organism my lower ab muscles started to spasm. It didn't hurt but, it felt like they do first thing in the morning with I first stand up, but I made him stop what he was doing because I just wasn't sure if that was bad or not. There is my review of the first time after surgery! I asked him this morning if he felt human again, and he said "I been feeling human, but I definably feel less edgy!" Thank you Lord! Oh and I slept in the CG after, totally comfy! Updated on 24 Aug 2013: Last we had dinner at one of my oldest and dearest friends house. She was cracking up over the text messages I had sent her after my surgery. I had no clue I had even sent text messages. I laughed so hard my abs were sore this morning, I mean in real pain! Updated on 30 Aug 2013: So today I went to my one month post op appointment. YAY!!! I can ditch the binder, but not sure if I will. I got the go ahead to start light work outs. No abs or core. No zumba till 6 weeks, (mainly because of my pulled muscle.) I also got to watch my video of my surgery!!! So cool! I'm standing straight and feeling great! Still swelling! I feel like my stage two compression garment may be too big! I wore it today but then wrapped my binder around it. I posted pics I took this morning, pre-swell and before and after's! Updated on 30 Aug 2013: So today I went to my one month post op appointment. YAY!!! I can ditch the binder, but not sure if I will. I got the go ahead to start light work outs. No abs or core. No zumba till 6 weeks, (mainly because of my pulled muscle.) I also got to watch my video of my surgery!!! So cool! I'm standing straight and feeling great! Still swelling! I feel like my stage two compression garment may be too big! I wore it today but then wrapped my binder around it. I feel like I've turned the corner on my healing!! I posted pics I took this morning, pre-swell and before and after's! Updated on 30 Aug 2013: Updated on 14 Sep 2013: I wanted to update to let everyone know that its okay if you are not back to normal at 6 weeks. I was shocked at the muscle spasms and soreness that I had from just doing everyday things. I have not started back to the gym yet. Just some walking and light (5lbs) weights on my arms and stretching. I am going to wait till 8 weeks to go back to Zumba. The swelling is getting better. I can now where most of my clothes, some are a little tight in the waist still. I am up in weight from 4 weeks post op by 3 lbs, but I'm still down from pre opp weight by 5 lbs. I was a little down because it seems like all the others who had surgery in July are doing so much more. So I searched reviews and went straight to 6 weeks, I found that many felt the same way. So I just want to encourage you, It will get better and "normal" is a huge range of things! Updated on 27 Nov 2013: Oh my! It's seems like it's been forever since my TT. Right now I am in an akward stage where there is no swelling in my lower tmmy and it is amazingly flat. However, One side, just one side, of my pubic area is still swollen. How weird is that? LOL And my upper abs are still a little swollen. I haven gained back the weight I lost after the TT, so I really need to get my exercise routine going again. But I am still thrilled with my results! Updated on 6 May 2014: So I have gain 17 lbs since my TT, at first I thought it was the holidays and travel. Turns out my levels were off again. Doc doubled my dosage and I'm am feeling good again. I have only lost about 5 lbs that I gained. I am going to have a revision on my scar on my hip, upper abs lipo and the one side of my pubic area that is bigger. While I'm in I'm going to have him lipo my back and arms! I figure if I can't work the weight off, I'll suck it out!
I went in very optimistic as he is a very knowledgeable and attentive doctor. However, I'm 23 and I had my operation just 4 years ago, and my breasts for the past couple years have looked sad, saggy, and misshapen. They are floppy and unsightly. I was told they would rest a little more naturally, as they are above the muscle, but this is ridiculous. I won't even let my husband see them naked anymore. I would just have them redone, but I'm still paying on the first procedure and don't have the money. So I guess I'll just walk around as a 23 year old with 83 year old breasts.
