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2019: The year of my long-awaited thigh lift!
UPDATED FROM strawberrysaturdays
1 year post
Scar update!
strawberrysaturdaysJune 24, 2020
WORTH IT$6,954
Hi everyone,
I hope you're all surviving the Corona crisis we're dealing with at the moment. I am so very grateful I had my surgery last year, I can't imagine how challenging it might have been to have it postponed and not know when it would be going ahead. Now I am full healed and absolutely loving my legs. Not just my legs, but my body. My surgery has changed my perspective of my entire physical appearance and I've been working out, doing yoga and eating healthily which is somehow easier when you already love your body! I wanted to show pics of my scars one year on, as I have had some questions about whether the surgery is worth the scars...isn't it just trading one bad thing for another? My answer is that it is 100% completely and utterly worth it. My scars are near invisible and even I don't acknowledge them most of the time. They are so subtle that I imagine only an intimate partner would notice them. The idea of maintaining my loose skin to save me having to have these scars is crazy. I would choose my delicate scars over that awful rubbing loose skin in a heartbeat! With working out, I am even starting to see muscle definition in my legs which I have never experienced before, as my muscles were deeply hidden by layers of fat and skin. I couldn't be more delighted with my results and my surgeon, who was kind, reassuring and attentive at every step of my recovery. I will be singing his praises forever!
I hope you're all surviving the Corona crisis we're dealing with at the moment. I am so very grateful I had my surgery last year, I can't imagine how challenging it might have been to have it postponed and not know when it would be going ahead. Now I am full healed and absolutely loving my legs. Not just my legs, but my body. My surgery has changed my perspective of my entire physical appearance and I've been working out, doing yoga and eating healthily which is somehow easier when you already love your body! I wanted to show pics of my scars one year on, as I have had some questions about whether the surgery is worth the scars...isn't it just trading one bad thing for another? My answer is that it is 100% completely and utterly worth it. My scars are near invisible and even I don't acknowledge them most of the time. They are so subtle that I imagine only an intimate partner would notice them. The idea of maintaining my loose skin to save me having to have these scars is crazy. I would choose my delicate scars over that awful rubbing loose skin in a heartbeat! With working out, I am even starting to see muscle definition in my legs which I have never experienced before, as my muscles were deeply hidden by layers of fat and skin. I couldn't be more delighted with my results and my surgeon, who was kind, reassuring and attentive at every step of my recovery. I will be singing his praises forever!
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UPDATED FROM strawberrysaturdays
9 months post
An update!
strawberrysaturdaysFebruary 11, 2020
Hey guys,
I thought I'd post a spontaneous update and show you my results now I am 100% back to normal, as I have been for some time. The scars are visible, but otherwise, there is no noticeable sign that I have had surgery, nor any restrictions in my movement or day to day life. This is completely, entirely the best thing I have ever done for myself. In terms of how I view my body, I like it a lot now, it's not an issue. I used to barely acknowledge or look at my legs because they disgusted me. Now, I am occasionally taken aback by how good they look. They are slim and taut and seem to match the rest of my body. In addition, I have more of an incentive now to eat well and exercise. I overate at Christmas time and felt a bit crappy. I realised I didn't want to get back into that cycle of abusing my body, and had undergone and recovered from a fairly big surgery, so why would I be ok with gaining weight now? My diet is healthy and consistent and I exercise moderately. I'm not ashamed anymore. I love my body. The scars are beautiful and I'm proud of them. If you are undergoing this surgery, know that there will be scars but that they can be embraced and they SO make up for the loose and flabby skin they replaced. I really can't get on board with people who say 'I'm not going ahead because I'll be left with big ugly scars'.
Once again, this is the best thing I have ever done. The recovery was incredibly easy considering my expectations and my surgeon was an absolute dream in every way. I really hope I have inspired one person considering this surgery to proceed and make a huge impact on the way they see themselves xx
I thought I'd post a spontaneous update and show you my results now I am 100% back to normal, as I have been for some time. The scars are visible, but otherwise, there is no noticeable sign that I have had surgery, nor any restrictions in my movement or day to day life. This is completely, entirely the best thing I have ever done for myself. In terms of how I view my body, I like it a lot now, it's not an issue. I used to barely acknowledge or look at my legs because they disgusted me. Now, I am occasionally taken aback by how good they look. They are slim and taut and seem to match the rest of my body. In addition, I have more of an incentive now to eat well and exercise. I overate at Christmas time and felt a bit crappy. I realised I didn't want to get back into that cycle of abusing my body, and had undergone and recovered from a fairly big surgery, so why would I be ok with gaining weight now? My diet is healthy and consistent and I exercise moderately. I'm not ashamed anymore. I love my body. The scars are beautiful and I'm proud of them. If you are undergoing this surgery, know that there will be scars but that they can be embraced and they SO make up for the loose and flabby skin they replaced. I really can't get on board with people who say 'I'm not going ahead because I'll be left with big ugly scars'.
Once again, this is the best thing I have ever done. The recovery was incredibly easy considering my expectations and my surgeon was an absolute dream in every way. I really hope I have inspired one person considering this surgery to proceed and make a huge impact on the way they see themselves xx
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February 13, 2020
Amazing results and a beautiful girl! When you mention an improvement in the “looseness” or “flabbiness” department, just how much of a difference do you feel? Do your thighs no longer jiggle when you walk? That would be a major incentive for me to get the surgery.
February 13, 2020
Hi love, thanks so much for your kind words. Great question too. So, before I had this kind of lump of excess skin in between my legs that I was extremely aware of. It would chafe and rub, even though I wasn't technically overweight. It jiggled a lot too. Now, my legs are tight and taught, absolutely NO jiggle (not even when I'm running, it's only my bum that does that) and no chafing either. I actually have a small gap between my thighs now, which I definitely wasn't expecting but which makes life easier and my legs infinitely more comfortable. I hope that helps! xx
March 18, 2020
Your legs look amazingly improved. I have a similar leg is zero and I am thinking about going to the doctor. I don't think they all give the kind of results that you got which is very very good. I'm proud of you for having the courage to do the surgery. It appears it worked out well for you.
March 18, 2020
Hello love, thanks so much. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I now love the way my legs look in the mirror, whereas I used to hate them. I hope you find a solution that works well for you xx
April 19, 2020
Thank you so much for sharing. I was planning on booking a consultation but unfortunately in this current climate everything is on hold.
How long would you say before you would be able to go on holiday and wear a swimsuit? I was hoping to have surgery in May so I can be on holiday in July. But not I might have it postpone it to Sep/Oct. if we have a holiday this year, I'll just do the usual cover up with a long sarong. My legs are so ugly and I'm so ashamed of them.
April 19, 2020
Hi love, I have been thanking my lucky stars I had my surgery last year as it would be so difficult this year. I would say that it would be 12 weeks before you would be able to wear a swimsuit/ bikini. It was about that time when I wore one, but my scars were still red at that point. They're a lot less noticeable now. I'd say the healing process isn't difficult, but it can be quite lengthy. I really hope you are able to feel better about your legs xx
April 19, 2020
Btw absolutely amazing results. I would love to have your body. I'm short and curvy and def very bottom heavy. Well done you look gorgeous
April 19, 2020
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words after a lifetime of feeling not-so-good in my own skin. This surgery has changed my life and how I view my body. I'm proud of it now, rather than ashamed. xxx
June 27, 2020
Your legs look smooth and I am so happy for you
UPDATED FROM strawberrysaturdays
3 months post
14 week update!
strawberrysaturdaysAugust 14, 2019
I can't believe it's been so long since I updated you guys, but no news is good news! I'd say I'm practically 100% healed: no restrictions in movement whatsoever and zero swelling. My compression garment is now a bit loose on me, which is a good sign as it no longer needs to be used. My scars are looking good, just a thin line with a bit more of a bruise-like appearance at one of the areas where there was an opening, but this will fade in time. My surgery is a distant memory, I can barely believe it has happened! From all the reviews I have read which state this is THE most painful surgery anyone could experience, my experience has been quite the opposite. A walk in the park. The first day was challenging but even then, I was able to walk slowly from the hospital to the car and endured a short car journey. I was doing gentle exercise by week two. This is the best thing I have ever done for my body and body image. Rather than cringing when I look at my legs, my eyes are drawn to that area as it's my favourite part of me. My legs are so long and lean now. I have replaced my horrible toxic ex and his low-level abuse with a lovely new man who frequently comments on how gorgeous my legs are! I am so grateful to my surgeon, a man with such an eye for beauty and such skill and concern for his patients. I have never felt in safer hands. If this review encourages one person to have the courage to book a thigh lift, my work here will be done. I feel like this is the body I was meant to be in all along, not the flabby, loose skin that resulted in me living a very limited life and having incredibly low self-esteem. Life is too short xxx
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August 15, 2019
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I feel exactly the same as how you felt about your body. I've lost weight when I was 24 and had liposuction on my saddlebags and inner thighs when I was 28. I'm now 38 and absolutely loath the way my legs look all the cellulite and loose skin I have. I've never worn anything above my knees and wold never dare wear a bikini without a cover up. Now after reading your story I feel like I have hope that possibly next year I can wear a bikini and not feel like I have to walk around with a cover up. Would love to PM directly once I've contacted them and booked a consultation. I feel like I'll have more questions and would love to share a photo of my current legs just to get your view if this procedure is suitable. You look absolute amazing, I'd be over the moon for a body like yours. I can't thank you enough for sharing your amazing story. Xx
August 16, 2019
Hi Londongirl! Reading your experience is exactly like reading my own story from a few months back. I would love to communicate with you in any way possible and help along the way if I can. If you go with my surgeon, he will offer a buddy scheme and I may well be assigned as your buddy to talk about any concerns or questions you may have. I too have never worn any skirts above the knee, and never owned a pair of jeans until post surgery (now I have a small collection of them!) Let alone ever considering wearing a bikini! When I looked in the mirror today, I thought how long and lean my legs are now and, although I would never want to influence someone else's journey because a decision to embark upon surgery is so personal and potentially life changing, I would also say that this is the best thing I have ever done for myself and my body and if you feel it would make a difference to your self image then absolutely go for it! I'm so pleased to have helped you and look forward to hearing more about your own journey xx
December 31, 2019
Thank You so much for all the before & after pics and you willingness to share your experience. You look absolutely marvelous! I joined RS about 2 years ago searching this TL procedure. You provided me with a lot to think of and consider.
I finally did it! I booked my surgery with my deposit. My goal of to be very open about my journey, supported with photos.
Best of luck in all you do!!
January 10, 2020
Thanks so much for your support love! The kindness and encouragement of people on the site makes the journey worth sharing! I'm excited that you are all booked up and have placed a deposit. It really is the best thing I have ever done for myself xx
August 15, 2019
Been following your journey and so happy for your results...both physically and emotionally. You are truly inspiring! Good luck with your next chapter of life.
August 16, 2019
That's so lovely of you! Thank you, it makes everything worthwhile when you hear this kind of feedback <3
August 16, 2019
How long did you have to wear the leg compressions
August 19, 2019
You look AMAZING!!! I've been always disgusted with my flabby thighs! And more scared of how the scars would look like. I've been told by someone I used to be with that I can't fix something by replacing it with something as bad!! And that they "would be less attracted to me having the scars". Thank you very much for sharing your story!. I would really appreciate it as many others like me, if you post a photo update of the scars. Thank you! And have a great life!
August 19, 2019
Hi love, thanks so much for your kind words. I think many people think the scars will be awful but eventually they will fade into thin white lines. I was also of the opinion that scars could never possibly look as bad as my thighs did, as the skin was so lax and sagging. I was right - my thighs look great now, both in and out of clothes. The scar isn't a huge consideration, I barely see it! I will be sure to post photos of the scars over coming days. They are still red but definitely fading and are at the back of my thighs so not very visible. I think it's a case of weighing up the pros and cons, which will be different for everyone. For me, my whole body looks slimmer and more toned as a result of this surgery and I truly think it's the best thing I've ever done for myself <3 xxx
August 26, 2019
Thanks for sharing. Thigh lift reviews are hard to find. I have list 26kg and my thighs and but look like the saggy baggy elephant from my child hood stories. You look wonderful. Thanks for helping all of us. Time to save my money.
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