I have been wanting a tummy tuck for years. I run and work out at least 5 days a week yet there is nothing I could do for my loose belly skin and the stretch marks that come along with having kids. I have 2 teenage girls and now that I am done with children i said it was time. I started off with a small 34B and aiming for a C. I won't really know until they settle down the cup size, which i believe it can take 6-12 months. Because one is bigger than the other I have to different CC's in to balance them out. I have 350cc's in one and 320cc's in the other. I also went with a moderate profile.It has been 3 days post op today. I can say I have been doing pretty good considering what I went through. I do have a pain ball to help and have some medication. But I am not really in much pain. I do walk hunched over but I am supposed to awhile. So far, it has been a good experience. Love my doctor and the staff, they made me feel comfortable and trusting. I just can't wait to see my bod in the summer! I have added some before and afters.
Updated on 28 Sep 2021:
I am still feeling great. Stopped all pain medicine on day 4, now I just take tylenol if needed. I had my 1-week appointment today and it went great! i’m healing perfectly. My wonderful nurse said that I will be able to run/walk in 2 weeks instead of 5weeks, which makes me feel much better. I just can’t do ab work or lift weights till I see the doc at my 1 month visit in nov 4th.
The nurse removed my tape and replaced it with new tape, and this should fall off on its own. My drain comes out Thursday. I still have to wear my waist strap everyday, all day for 2 more weeks. I need to wear a sports bra everyday and the band pushing my implants down I wear only at night now. I can start sleeping on my side sometimes which is a relief for me.
Otherwise pretty smooth. I am very happy with results so far. I added a couple new pics I took today before my appointment.
Updated on 5 Oct 2021:
Today marks 2 weeks since my mommy makeover.
I can get in and out of bed, sleep on my side, walk a bit faster, stand up a little taller.
I got my drain out yesterday, which was a relief.
I went back to work today too. Thank goodness it is a desk job because I get tired pretty easy even on small tasks.
I know i am impatient, as most of us are in this case, but i cant wait for my breasts to fluff, so, I massage extra everyday. I can now take the tape off of my breast scars and lotion them.
My tummy looks flat and pretty smooth. I wear the tape till it falls off on its own.
My next appointment is my 30day, with my doc. Looking forward to it. I will update then.
Updated on 13 Oct 2021:
It is now 3 weeks post op. I am told I can wear my tummy wrap at night only for 3 weeks more. I can not wait for my breast to drop/fluff. They are softer and squishy now. I massage them as much as possible. I started walking today as far as exercise. I still find myself getting tired after a hefty task though so I will listen to my body. May try to jog tomorrow. I still find myself conscious of my belly sticking out in tight clothes. When does that feeling go away? My stomach is still numb. I like my belly button. Turned out better than it started. It has been 4 days of crazy itching, took zyrtec but has not helped. I still have my tape on my tummy incision, my nurse said leave it on until it falls off. Thinking I should pull it off so I can start using scar treatment on it but nervous to have it exposed. I guess I will wait. My breast scars look good. I am learning to sleep on my side with boobs, definitely getting used to.
Next appointment is early November with my PS, my 1 month PO. I will share more then.
Updated on 18 Oct 2021:
Tomorrow marks 4 weeks, i guess not quite a full month. Everything seems easier, sleeping, moving, walking is all back to normal. My tummy incision tape came off so now it is exposed which makes me leery. I wear smooth seamless underwear to make sure the area is smooth.
I tried on a bikini today, I haven't worn one since my honeymoon 22 years ago. My boobs are still sitting high but not as high.
I feel as if I lost some of my curves from having lipo done to my planks. I don't want to look square-like.
My one month visit isn't until November.
Updated on 26 Oct 2021:
It is 5 weeks post op today and I feel great. Still waiting for my breast to drop/fluff. I am massaging them as told. The scars are lightening up. I been using bio-oil on my scars. My belly button is looking okay, had to us neosporin recently because it started to look infected. My tummy scar is looking better also. There is a few knot-feeling bulges right in the center of the tummy scar that I have been working on. Not sure if its normal or not. One of the best feelings is that I dont have my stomach fat bulging out when i sit. I LOVE the way my body looks in workout clothes and the girls in bralettes. Next week I meet with the PS and can not wait to show him his great work.
Updated on 17 Nov 2021:
Just as the title says my results just keep getting better. I feel great! I am back to doing hot yoga and also jog a couple days a week. I am thrilled with my results! I am using Bio-Oil on my scars, I try for twice a day. I love how low my incision is. I highly recommend Dr. DeRoberts and would have done it sooner if I knew how smooth my recovery has been. He measured me at 32 Full C but my breast still have more to drop/fluff. Maybe I will update at 3 months.
Updated on 16 Dec 2021:
I am currently 3 months post up and feeling wonderful. I am back to my old self. Once in a while I will swell a little. My breast are looking awesome too. They have dropped and look so natural. My body looks so much better in clothes. I love dressing up and going out. I feel confidence like no other. No regrets here just wish I did it sooner. My PS is a genius with his hands!