loving the new me - Las Vagas

I'm excited, nerves and scared all at the same time. I've been viewing this sight for months now and have been wanting a tummy tuck for the pass 19years. I'm 42 years old with 2 kids, 22 and 18years. Looking forward to having my surgery done, Dr Salama it is! TT sisters please help me through this process!!!!

Today I told my mom about my surgery, it felt like I was 16 and telling her I just lost my virginity LOL! Surprisingly she says she'll support me if this is what I really want but she's not a fan of the idea . I understand her concern, as she's 67YO and had a stroke 15years ago and I'm her sole provider. I'm so excited and ready for this but still have my fears. Thank God I have her support as she means the world to me.

Trying to lose the 20lbs is tough. I've been hard at it but it's a battle. I dropped a few lbs but it seems nothing is going away from my waist. Hurrrrr!!!! I got 48 days to go before surgery and hope I lose some belly fat to limit the amount of lipo I will need.
Because I'm going to Miami for surgery from the Bahamas I made arrangements for the rental of a power recliner and some other items I would need to make my stay comfy being that I will be away from home for 2 weeks. Lawd I think being away from home will be the most difficult for me.

I am so freaking excited! I saw my physician today. He's been my doctor for the past 20years and surprisingly he gave me his blessing and actually feels good about me having the surgery done. Whooooo hooooo! All I need now if for my results to come back favorable. Wish me all the best TTSisters

Did all the test requested by my PS. PT, EKG, preggers test! Huh??? Preggers test!?!? For a woman that had a hysterectomy? LOL! The lab technicians response was "you never know" I said I really wouldn't want to know. I'm so excited These 23 days will feel like a life sentence. Can you say let's get this byatch moving? Can't wait.

The time is drawing near and the stress level is going through the roof and my IBS is Byatch!!! Are there any TT sisters out there that have had a TT with IBS? What was it like for you afterwards when your IBS flare??? Curious to know what I'm to expect.

I got word from my doctor today giving me clearance to have my TT done. All blood works and EKG good to go!!!! Flatside here I come.

Times a ticking.....9 days away and my TT surgery is all I can think about. Flat side imma coming for ya.
Surgery paid. Check
Blood works completed. Check
Flight booked and tickets purchased. Check
Pass port valid. Check.
I still feel like I'm missing something.

My tummy.

This is getting real up in here! I Can't believe its night again. My every thought is about this surgery. So nerves!!

Anxiety is a mudda! I'm at the airport waiting to board my flight to the sunshine state and stomach is feeling sick. The closer I get to the worst it gets. I've been wanting this for 19 years and can't believe I'm so close to having this surgery done. So filled with mixed emotions.

I'm less than 12hours away from the flat side. God I pray all goes well! Everything has gone extremly smooth and as planned. The recliner was delivered and I've purchased everything I need for post op. I couldn't be more ready except my son and daughter are an emotional wreck. Maybe its because they're not here with me. We've never been apart during something like this. Any ho Im off to bed! Looking forward to a flatter tummy.

I don't ever like to say good bye because I feel it's too final. But me Cleare my throat and say BYE BYE big flap of a tummy!
Going to take a rest and update you'll later

@ mytummytime and mommycarbis we made it girls. Happy healing to all of us. Congrats to both of you!!!

My surgery day started with me going In for surgery at 9:45 for a 10:30 scheduled time. I was called to the back by Alex who asked me a few questions relating to the anesthetic and prepared me for surgery. Afterwards I met Dr Salama, who is much handsomer in person. He was sooooooo sweet and after talking to him took all my fears away.

I went into the operating room and was relaxed and asleep in no time. Before I knew it I was being awaken and told all went well. I was soooo very painful. Dont wish that on my worst enemy. But That anesthesia is a mofo!! I walk in the house we'll I got back home and falling asleep.

Last night was rough, the pain medication made me sickand vomit like crazy . I haven't taken any pain medication sense 3am this morning. My aunt is out getting me some tylenol 3 and muscle relaxers prescribed by Dr salama today. Today's visit was my first view and I love it!!!!!! IM FLAT!!!!
will post pictures soon.

I'm coming along well. These drains hang in front of me like a pair of old mans Nuts!!! LOL!! I'm drinking lots of water and walking around but still very swollen, as expected. Still no BM yet!!!! Can't wait!! It seems the right drain is either clogged or stopped draining. The left one is doing so well. The drainage now as a light diluted color. Is this normal?
I'm loving my new waist and tummy.

OMG!!!! I'm not one to complain but Today is not going well at all. I'm swollen like a stuffed pig sitting on Caesars dinner table. What can I do??? It's day 4 and I still haven't had a BM ..,... I tried passing today and nothing happened, it feels like I wanna go but nothing's happening. I tried the colace dr. Salama prescribe but these are not working. Just got back in from the store, needed some fresh air and sun. I got some dulcolux and took 2 so hopefully they work.
I've not tried to sleep in bed yet, still sleeping in the recliner which works out great.

By far the lack of a BM was the worst part of this experience for me. I've read ladies stories about the drains being the worst but hell-to-no!!!!!
I was so excited that I finally felt like I need to make a pass but to my dismay the sh&@ was not going down without a fight. LOL!! To make a long gross story short I finally woke up with the worst stomach cramping ever. The Dulcolax was now at war with captain sh$@. After 3am the battle was over and Dulcolax won. SIGHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! The swelling is down a bit and I'm feeling great. Happy Sunday to all my TT sisters. May the lord God continue to heal our bodies.

Where do I start?!?!? I'm at the airport headed home. The last few days has been a roller coaster of emotions. My daughter came to spend some time with me, she has been here for the pass 4 days. I'm stilling missing my son, who I haven't seen for the pass 2 WEEKS!! My I miss him sooooooooooooo much!

Yesterday was day 10 but I think I would call yesterday CRY day! I cried so much I had a massive headache the whole day. I cried for more reasons than I know. I was mostly depressed over the drains, I'm so tired of these darn drains!!!! It's day 11 and I still have them, not only do I still have them but they're still draining 95 -100 in a 24hour period. And not to mention they're draining in a wine red color. I visited Dr. Salama yesterday, oh sorry correction. I visited Dr. Salama on cry day. When he walked through the door I could not hold back the tears anymore, I bust out crying. Poor thing, he was so sympathetic and told me not to cry, that I'm doing well and healing well. Not to stress over the drains, it's best the fluids drain. He's so sweet and caring.

I was also feeling overwhelmed with have to depend on someone 24-7. To pull the chair, to help me up from the chair, to assist me in the shower, to put on my garment, GRrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!! I spent the entire 2 weeks at my aunts house and she took GREAT care of me but I guess I'm just use to doing for myself. Did I say my aunt look great care of me???? She has been so sweet this pass 2weeks, I couldn't have have asked for anyone better. We laughed, danced, shop and drive our asses off. I'm going to miss her.

Now I'm at the airport waiting to board my flight back home (drains and all) and can't wait to see my son. I think I traumatized the TSA agent when she saw these awful draining hanging from my garment. Hee hee. I kinda liked that. Thank God I informed the airline that I needed a wheelchair, don't know how I would have made it without. The line at 6am was hideous!!! Any hoe!! Boarding call, will update later. Hope my TT triplets mytummytime and mommycarbis are doing well. Ttyl,

Its been an eventful few days since I left Miami.
Day 11 - 13
After missing my son I decided to go to a family event (50th bday party) on the day of my return from mia. Throughout it all I was showing my family before after photos and surprising they were all very supportive and happy I had the TT surgery. I've been wanting this for 19 years and can't believe I finally had it done . Expecting to be awaken from this dream soon. While at the party one of the drains was irritating the heck out of me. Not knowing it was clogged but later figured it out when I bleed all over myself.

Day 14 - 15
came home and have been resting ever since.
On day 14 I removed the strips applied by the GREAT Dr. Salama. I was very excited to see the scar for the first time. Its very low and looks amazing. I had one tiny area that looks as if its opening, I was advised by Dr. S to apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to that area. It appears to be drying up but I still intend on keeping an eye on that area. The drains are coming down. I've gone from 95 -100 a day to 55-60 a day. Hopefully one of the drains come out tomorrow. Whooòo Hooooò!
Will post photos of my scar as soon as I can hide my va-jay-jay.

One drain gone and only one to go. Today I was finally able ti have one of my drains removed. Thank God for his mercies and blessing he has blessed me with through this whole experience. I prayer his continued blessing as I go through this healing process.

It is a true fact our bodies left and right sides heal and respond differently. My left thigh is numb and my right thigh isn't, my let drain was removed and my right drain is still after 17 days draining red wine in color and at 45cc. My left side is soft and taking shape while my right side is still hard and really swollen.

Father I ask you to heal my body in your son Jesus name. Amen.

I'm happy with my results thus far. Still swelling, expecting greater results in the next few weeks.

I am itching like a mofo!

I'll be 4weeks PO on Tuesday and still I have one drain. I'm not complaining, it's best the fluid come out than stay in my body. My waistline is taking form and I'm loving my new curves. My closet is my new best friend and I'm loving the relationship we have. LOL!
I now place 3M micro tape over my scar. My BB is healing great and I absolutely love that it now looks like BB instead of a sad smiley face.
Back to work in a week and I'm not looking forward to it.
Will post 4week photos later.

Whoo hoooo I'm drain free!!!! Finally starting to feel back normal.