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Over the past several years I've lost 120+ lbs and...
kelly061976July 19, 2016
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Over the past several years I've lost 120+ lbs and have had 3 children - so needless to say my stomach is gross mass of saggy skin. I worked very hard through the years to lose the weight by following Weight Watchers and sticking to an exercising program, and I've have kept it off for a few years now. I went from a size 26/28, to a size 4... and although I am very proud of my accomplishment, I'm still not happy with how I look. I still have to be very selective when choosing clothing styles, including underwear. I hate when my loose skin sticks out the bottom of my underwear band, or when my shirt rises up past my waistband, exposing my stomach. I know that no one is perfect, but I'd love to be able to wear a skirt/dress and not worry about it being too clingy on my lower stomach, or put on a tee shirt, and not have to do the "arm lift test." ... Despite MUCH hesitation, I finally scheduled my tummy tuck! T- 2 weeks... and I'm excited, but also SO nervous! I've had 3 C-sections, so thought that I had an idea of what to expect... but then I read more forums, and am starting to think "what am I in for?!" I know it'll be worth it.. at least, I hope it is! ....
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August 10, 2016
Congrats on your incredible weight loss! I too, had 3 c-sections and one was done vertically. Walking was almost impossible. I know everyone is different, but by day 4, you do feel so much better. I'm only day 6 and am showering on my own, sleeping in my own bed. I dust buy a ton of stuff to prepare. Didn't need a toilet riser or walker. Hoping the best for you!
UPDATED FROM kelly061976
6 days pre
Long Awaited Tummy Tuck
kelly061976July 26, 2016
About a week to go! Excited and nervous... I've been contemplating this for years now, and finally took the leap and scheduled the surgery! Blood work is done, pre-op apt is coming up, and the nerves have set it. How do will the recovery go? I've had 3 boys via C-section, so I'm wondering if the recovery will be somewhat similar. We shall see.....
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July 27, 2016
Congrats on your decision! I'm a mother of twins via c section and had an abdominoplasty 20 years ago in my early 30's. I'm scheduled for TT revision and BA revision the first week in august.The abdominoplasty was really painful much more than my c section but everyone is different. I have my story on real self if you want to read it. Good luck you will be so happy with the results! I'll keep you posted.
July 31, 2016
Thank you for your words of wisdom! Good luck with your prodcuedure as well!
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1 day post
1 day post op
kelly061976August 3, 2016
I had my TT yesterday -- arrived at the surgery center bight and early st 6:00 am. Was on my way home around noon. Although I was VERY nervous, the staff was great and my Dr is awesome! I was beyond tired the rest of the day and basically slept in our recliner and go up to go to the bathroom and walk around the house a little. Sleeping last night was a bit difficult - I think I slept in 2 hr increments, and needed to take my pain meds in the middle of th night too. I can take them evrery 4-6 hrs, and so far I've needed them every 4. I have 2 drains, and it's not as bad as I thought it was going to be. This morning I had a slight tickle in my throat and had to cough a little ---- yikes!!! Than hurt! I had 3 C-sections before this procedure, and although the pain and discomfort is similar, this is a bit more painful. I feel like I did a million crunches! But... Although I'm swollen and wrapped in a binder, I know it's all going to be worth it!!! I'll post my before pics sometime soon -- after pics will come once the binder is off.
Congratulations on the new you and losing all of that weight. I can't even begin to tell you how happy you will be once this is done. I am very excited and happy for you. The best days are yet to come for you:)