POSTED UNDER Mommy Makeover Reviews
50 Year Old, Mom of 3, RN - Ann Arbor, MI
UPDATED FROM curlygurle
1 month post
4 weeks post op
curlygurleApril 25, 2015
$15,000
Hi Everyone - sorry for the radio silence.
Week 1 post op, it was so hard to stand up the MD had to prescribe valium. My back was SCREAMING with muscle spasms. After about 3 days on the valium I could stand up on my own. I think that was the toughest thing.
Week 2 post op, I went back to work because I have a new job and had no time to take off. I took it really easy - only worked 3 days, but I would come home at 5pm and go straight to bed.
Week 3 was uneventful.
Week 4 - I cannot believe how much BETTER I feel! I have more energy and am almost back to my normal self. I'm still wearing my compression garments except for sleeping at night. Swelling isn't too bad, except at the incision site. My breasts are very sore though. Anyone know what is up with that?
All in all it was SO WORTH IT!! I'm so happy I did it. Hope everyone else is doing well.
Week 1 post op, it was so hard to stand up the MD had to prescribe valium. My back was SCREAMING with muscle spasms. After about 3 days on the valium I could stand up on my own. I think that was the toughest thing.
Week 2 post op, I went back to work because I have a new job and had no time to take off. I took it really easy - only worked 3 days, but I would come home at 5pm and go straight to bed.
Week 3 was uneventful.
Week 4 - I cannot believe how much BETTER I feel! I have more energy and am almost back to my normal self. I'm still wearing my compression garments except for sleeping at night. Swelling isn't too bad, except at the incision site. My breasts are very sore though. Anyone know what is up with that?
All in all it was SO WORTH IT!! I'm so happy I did it. Hope everyone else is doing well.
UPDATED FROM curlygurle
1 day post
Day 1 Post op
curlygurleMarch 26, 2015
I survived my surgery yesterday and had a planned overnight stay at the hospital. While I did sleep most of the time I did manage to stand up at the side of the bed. The hardest part is getting in and out of the bed. The morphine pump was a live-saver!
Today I woke up, ate a little bit, then sat up in the chair for most of the day. The pain is bearable and is much less that I was imaging! I got home this evening, took a pain pill then took a nap. I got up and went to the kitchen for dinner. I also emptied my drains by myself, so I was up for about one hour, which I think is fantastic for day +1. I'm swollen and a bit achy now, resting and watching tv. I have two binders on, one on my belly/waist and another on my chest. They need to stay on for a total of 48 hours and then I can shower.
I have to admit that I have peeked and WOW, so far even with the bruising and stitches all visible, I am very happy with the results! My belly is FLAT and the breast life is good, no more dangling!
Today I woke up, ate a little bit, then sat up in the chair for most of the day. The pain is bearable and is much less that I was imaging! I got home this evening, took a pain pill then took a nap. I got up and went to the kitchen for dinner. I also emptied my drains by myself, so I was up for about one hour, which I think is fantastic for day +1. I'm swollen and a bit achy now, resting and watching tv. I have two binders on, one on my belly/waist and another on my chest. They need to stay on for a total of 48 hours and then I can shower.
I have to admit that I have peeked and WOW, so far even with the bruising and stitches all visible, I am very happy with the results! My belly is FLAT and the breast life is good, no more dangling!
Replies (4)
March 26, 2015
Hello. I have my mommy makeover scheduled for this coming Tuesday. I have to admit I am getting really nervous but at the same time extremely excited. I'm glad you're doing well and reading your post put me at ease. Thank you.
March 26, 2015
Congratulations! I am thankful to you for sharing. I am scheduled for next week and still a bit on edge about the tummy tuck. Hearing that you are doing so well makes me more confident. Get well soon!
March 26, 2015
Congratulations! Glad to hear you're doing so well. I'm schedule for Monday, 4 more days and like usermom, I'm excited and nervous. Just hoping I'm pleasantly surprised and the pain is not as bad as I am anticipated. Happy healing, I hope things continue to go well for you!
UPDATED FROM curlygurle
1 day pre
Mark-ups
curlygurleMarch 24, 2015
Went to the PS to get marked up today! This is REAL - less than 12 hours and I'll be on the table! The markup was very interesting, PS was explaining to a 5th yr resident who will be in the OR with us tomorrow. It was very educational for me too, and 60% went over my head, but I got the gist of what he was saying. Cut here, fold here, lipo there. Very cool.
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Thanks for sharing your update. We'd love to see a photo when and if you feel comfortable sharing.