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I'd been contemplating a Mommy Makeover for a while, and most of the image searches brought me to realself.com. I have an occasion I wanted it for, and he worked me into his schedule immediately. I was excited. After that I was prepped for operation, and waiting for it Dec 31 NY eve! He did my follow up Jan 2, I was/am extremely pleased with the results. I love!!!! my breast lift (so does my husband), I am still healing from the tummy tuck but day 9 and I'm feeling human (a little hunched over), but even back to my job (but I work from home, so no commute, and I can do it from the recliner, and a makeshift desk). I'm extremely happy. I will post before and afters.
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I had to run to my second post op apt when I wrote...
I had to run to my second post op apt when I wrote earlier today. Couldn't update with pics or finish properly, am updating now. My stats age: 37, 2 kids, recently lost about 60 lbs, really missed my full breasts and always wore girdles for tight fitting outfits. I'll keep you posted.
So far the only hiccup has been a blood blister, it freaked me out initially, but I called their office around 8 PM, got the answering service, and Dr. Repta himself called me back about 5-10 minutes later. He really again left me feeling well cared for, and at ease.
Just had my apt today, said the blood blisters are common probably irritation from the tape, and he showed me how to dress them, and gave me some antibac gauze or something if I get any more. He removed my drain (didn't hurt a bit), removed the tape from my breasts, and he says I'm healing really well.
I have another appointment Friday. Anyway really happy, and glad I've done it, really excited I'll keep you all posted.
So far the only hiccup has been a blood blister, it freaked me out initially, but I called their office around 8 PM, got the answering service, and Dr. Repta himself called me back about 5-10 minutes later. He really again left me feeling well cared for, and at ease.
Just had my apt today, said the blood blisters are common probably irritation from the tape, and he showed me how to dress them, and gave me some antibac gauze or something if I get any more. He removed my drain (didn't hurt a bit), removed the tape from my breasts, and he says I'm healing really well.
I have another appointment Friday. Anyway really happy, and glad I've done it, really excited I'll keep you all posted.
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January 10, 2013
Wowza, miss! You look incredible. Thank you so much for sharing on RealSelf. What supplies would you recommend to other ladies for recovery?
January 10, 2013
Thank you Angie :)! Well, I filled all my scripts and they've been very helpful, weaning off of them now. I've needed a lot of help for the first week, so definitely have some loved ones who can help you take care of all your day to day stuff, it helps if they love you and aren't easily grossed out LOL. After surgery, I liked using a lanyard for my drain during the few showers I took. Gauze, neosporin, another bra/tummy wrap to change out and wash (I never did get them, and my stuff is pretty gross, but don't want to take them off long enough to wash). Also, I was taking probiotics with the antibiotics to help build the good bacteria back into my body to fight infection (also helps with going to the restroom #2). Drink a lot of water, just keep some beside you and sip all day, try to move once every hour when you're not sleeping even from day one to cut down on blood clots. Really just take it easy and don't push yourself too hard, you'll get better sooner if you care for yourself. It's a pretty major surgery and your body reacts to it, I broke out, and got a cold sore, looked/felt like hell first week, but really feeling better now 10 days in :).
January 10, 2013
Happy your surgery went WELL! your BREAST looks GREAT! you tummy is down A LOT! why is there a fold in your tummy? is it because you are swollen?
January 10, 2013
Hi, well... since I'm a bigger size - 14, and like my curves (butt/arms/hips etc) the doctor and I decided to leave some tummy, he did a little lipo to make it all blend and match in the end... but the crease is pretty much from the garment pressing my (swollen, and on purpose fuller) abdomen together. I did search the internet for a similar situation and found this blog: http://www.faithfullyfrugal-and-free.com/2013/01/18-weeks-post-op-tummy-tuck-breast-implant-update.html
My PS says it will flatten out once I stop wearing the garment so much, there was no vertical incision though so that's not it. Hope this helps :)
January 10, 2013
I can see your shape already! Looking good already, take care and rest
January 10, 2013
You look wonderful and you seem to be healing very well. Continue to get lots of rest and fluids, I look forward to seeing more post- op pics as time heals you up.
January 10, 2013
You're so right, I am taking it pretty easy, but really happy to have some range of motion, and be back walking around more. I'll keep the pics coming :)
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Hi All, 15 Days later, all week been feeling good...
Hi All,
15 Days later, all week been feeling good. Tape all off, started using scar guard cause they're all healed enough. All the blood blisters are gone or easy to pick off. Still not standing up straight, have another follow-up with the doc tomorrow Wednesday 1/16/13, last Friday 1/11 he said I should be standing straight by now. Overall though seems to be getting better each day, but still really tight. I do sleep in my bed again though for the last 3 nights, I prop up my legs with a pillow so it's not so tight. I can now cough, sneeze, laugh without excruciating pain, and the swelling seems to be going down. I'm driving again, still can't pick up my 4 yr old or have her jump on me, but soon, I miss that. Have a few stitches coming out ones hurting under my boob.
Anyway lots of positives, just feeling human and really excited about my figure, OMG I'm a hottie! LOL, tried on a spaghetti strap dress the other night, no bra... now that's exciting! Anyway uploading some pics for you. Enjoy.
15 Days later, all week been feeling good. Tape all off, started using scar guard cause they're all healed enough. All the blood blisters are gone or easy to pick off. Still not standing up straight, have another follow-up with the doc tomorrow Wednesday 1/16/13, last Friday 1/11 he said I should be standing straight by now. Overall though seems to be getting better each day, but still really tight. I do sleep in my bed again though for the last 3 nights, I prop up my legs with a pillow so it's not so tight. I can now cough, sneeze, laugh without excruciating pain, and the swelling seems to be going down. I'm driving again, still can't pick up my 4 yr old or have her jump on me, but soon, I miss that. Have a few stitches coming out ones hurting under my boob.
Anyway lots of positives, just feeling human and really excited about my figure, OMG I'm a hottie! LOL, tried on a spaghetti strap dress the other night, no bra... now that's exciting! Anyway uploading some pics for you. Enjoy.
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January 16, 2013
You look amazing!!! Congratulations!
You actually might try NOT using the pillow under your legs. That will help with loosing that tightness and standing upright (or so my PS said! LOL!). I admit once I started stretching m legs out in med and when I am sitting with my legs on the ottoman) it really has helped with tightness.
Congrats again! You really look fabulous!
January 16, 2013
Before reading your post this morning I removed the pillow last night. I guess it's just slowly stretching it out, and stop being such a wuss ;). I've got another follow up this afternoon, i'm going to work on it all day. I noticed the other day when straightening up the house I was standing up straighter afterwards, so it seems like movement helps. Maybe I'll take my dog on a walk around the block today, poor thing needs one, has had about as much exercise as me since the surgery.
January 16, 2013
LOL I feel like such a cow lately. I miss running! Heck, I miss grocery shopping to be perfectly honest...LOL!
January 16, 2013
Well, I've never been a runner, but yes just being able to go out, walk around anywhere has been a huge blessing! You'll be there soon i'm sure :-) . Take care.
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