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Nana Can't Wait for Her Surgery--April 5 - TX
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I am 52 with 2 children, 26 & 23. Body...
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I am 52 with 2 children, 26 & 23. Body didn't go too far downhill until I gained & lost 45 pounds. Lost the weight slowly & kept off for 2+ years. I was originally going to get lipo or Zerona to get rid of what I thought was fat, but my surgeons said it was all skin. I had worked too hard to have a permanent muffin top, so this was my choice.
I grew up in the 70's, so didn't wear bras all the time, so "perky" was never really a good adjective for my breasts. So since I was going in for the TT, the breasts get to be helped out as well. I'm hoping my body "renovation" isn't like a 52 year old house renovation -- you update one room & the rest of the house looks like crap -- so you move on to redoing the next room. Well, I'll cross that bridge when & if it comes.
This website has been a Godsend. Everyone's honesty & willingness to share such personal info has been SO helpful. One thing that I did do, was have my husband read all the great advice given by Kimmers25 & JenBob. That way he may have a little insight into what I might be feeling.
Expecting the worst but really hoping for the best. I'll do my best to keep everyone up to date.
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I am 5'2" and weigh 123 pounds. Hoping to...
I am 5'2" and weigh 123 pounds. Hoping to get under 120 before the surgery but doesn't look like I will.
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April 5, 2011
Good for you for doing this for yourself, I was not a teenager in the 70's and my breast are very similar...
I am sure your results are going to be amazing, I am most definitely going to follow your recovery, please post after pictures as soon as you feel up to it!
Congratulations, 52 is the new 32... Or maybe even better!!!
I am sure your results are going to be amazing, I am most definitely going to follow your recovery, please post after pictures as soon as you feel up to it!
Congratulations, 52 is the new 32... Or maybe even better!!!
April 5, 2011
I had a comment made to me a few weeks ago that they could understand getting some body work done if a woman was in her 20's or early 30's but Mid 40's?!?!
Cheers to us women over 40 that still take pride in our appearance and like to feel sexy!
Congratulations and I too look forward to seeing your results.
Cheers to us women over 40 that still take pride in our appearance and like to feel sexy!
Congratulations and I too look forward to seeing your results.
April 21, 2011
That's funny because I am 26 and I had the opposite told to me!! My MIL is absolutely 100% against plastic surgery, she told me she thought it was absurd for someone my age to even consider something like this!! Of course it was my MIL so I bit my tongue and just said "we are all entitled to our opinions". I am happily married, own a home, two wonderful kids, and I am done having anymore children, I feel this is the perfect time for me!!
April 21, 2011
Ashley, Good for you on your decision to do this for you. I was lucky enough that after my 2 kids my body wasn't in too bad of shape even tho I weighed 176 lbs the day I delivered my youngest. My issue came after I weighed 167 lbs in my late 40's then lost the weight; skin just didn't bounce back then.
I read your profile & saw your pics. You will look terrific after the surgery. I also really like your bikini.
Remember your hubby loves you know matter what you look like, so try not to focus on it. Just think about the intimate times during pregnancy, and he didn't care about your baby bump, so he's not gonna care about a little extra hanging skin. My hubby always said it was just perfect for hanging on. :-)
Good luck & keep me posted.
I read your profile & saw your pics. You will look terrific after the surgery. I also really like your bikini.
Remember your hubby loves you know matter what you look like, so try not to focus on it. Just think about the intimate times during pregnancy, and he didn't care about your baby bump, so he's not gonna care about a little extra hanging skin. My hubby always said it was just perfect for hanging on. :-)
Good luck & keep me posted.
April 21, 2011
Thank you so much for the kind words =) I really appreciate it, your husband sounds like an awesome guy!! I will keep ya posted, you look great, how are you feeling?
April 21, 2011
My hubby of almost 33 years is the BEST. I am feeling pretty good. Each day is different.
Have you scheduled your surgery? One thing that I haven't seen on here is scheduling around your period. I made sure mine was going to be immediately after my period so I wouldn't have to deal with it (or my hubby either since I would be under meds) for 3 weeks. Yeah, I know, a period at 52? Sucks to be sure.
Have you scheduled your surgery? One thing that I haven't seen on here is scheduling around your period. I made sure mine was going to be immediately after my period so I wouldn't have to deal with it (or my hubby either since I would be under meds) for 3 weeks. Yeah, I know, a period at 52? Sucks to be sure.
April 21, 2011
Yes my surgery is May 5th, just around the corner!! I may not be able to get the boob job but crossing my fingers our plans work out, getting the tummy tuck for sure though!! My hubby is off of work the following week too, but I did think about it, it fell right into my plans, I am on birth control and always start the last week of the month, I will just be off of it for about 5 days when my surgery is thankfully, what a mess that would be if I was on my period LOL!! My best friend and sister will be taking care of me and the kids on thurday (may 5th) and friday, then my hubby will be with me the weekend, rest of the week and that weekend whew!!
April 5, 2011
You're going to be so happy once all is said and done. How much do I love your analogy of the house renovation! Ha ha! Wishing you the best today and please come back and let us know how it went.
June 1, 2011
yes the description of the rooms in the house really made me laugh as well...well put , i am fifty this month and i can totally relate..made me smile thanks .
April 5, 2011
I agree, it was clearly someone who didn't know much about much!!! Lol!
Actually it wasn't untill I had my 2 week "break down" over my 40th birthday, that I realized I feel better about myself and my position in life then ever!!! I cannot believe I wasted one tear or emotion on turning 40. This is. Where it is at! My sister is 51, and let me tell you... If I can remotely look like her after my surgery I will be ecstatic.
You are doing the right thing at any age, if you are doing this for yourself! :)
Actually it wasn't untill I had my 2 week "break down" over my 40th birthday, that I realized I feel better about myself and my position in life then ever!!! I cannot believe I wasted one tear or emotion on turning 40. This is. Where it is at! My sister is 51, and let me tell you... If I can remotely look like her after my surgery I will be ecstatic.
You are doing the right thing at any age, if you are doing this for yourself! :)
April 5, 2011
I agree with you ladies!! I feel better than ever at 40 and I hope to look half as good as some of my 50 year old friends when I get there. We are still young and totally able to look hot!! :) I am excited for you Nana...you are going to look amazing!
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3 days post
Three days after surgery. Doing well. Pain meds...
Three days after surgery. Doing well. Pain meds every 6-7 hours. Muscle relaxants 2-3 times per day. Pulled out pain pump late afternoon yesterday. Like a lot of others on this site, back pain is worse than the actual TT & BL/BA. I'm still pretty tired & can't rmember what I did an hour ago. Can't remember what day it is. :0) Will post pics in a few days.
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April 8, 2011
One thing that I thought was odd was at times it felt like a baby kicking inside me. I'm sure it's the muscle spasms but it does give me that sensation. Weird, huh?
April 8, 2011
Good to hear from you! Get lots of rest and soon you'll be showing off that amazing body!
April 9, 2011
Hello NanaMakeove..well i'm so glad to hear from you at least i know that you are okey....just make sure have plenty of rest and lots of water..and of course walk around a little..can't wait to see some of your pictures..i'm sure you look amazing..my surgery is next wednesday so i'm getting so nervous and scared too..i just hope and pray that i will be okey..just like all you ladies...keep me in your prayers:)
April 9, 2011
Hey Nana! I think we had our surgeries the same day...April 5th?! Nice to "know" somebody else who went through it the same day as me! How are things going?! I can't wait to see some after pics so that I can compare with mine and how we are healing!!! That's awesome that you did this for yourself! :-)
April 12, 2011
How are you doing? Me, pretty good. At least I'm not sleeping all day. I'm going to post pics today so we can compare.
April 12, 2011
I'm doing good....besides the sneeze I had last night and I thought my insides exploded! OUCH! More awake and mobile! However, I was up a lot yesterday and today I am taking it easy. Staying in the recliner and letting my hubby take care of me. Just need to rest! Can't wait to see your pics! :-)
April 12, 2011
We ended up getting a Tempurpedic adjustable bad -- not for my surgery but for my hubby's reflux -- but it is so nice. It really helps my positioning, and getting in & out of bed. I had a coughing spell this morning so I can imagine your sneeze was hell. Been on the computer long enough, so back to bed for me. Take care.
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