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36.......3 Children, Much Needed and Very Excited! UK. Basingstoke, GB

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Well.....I've finally booked and have a date for...

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kelley78tt
Well.....I've finally booked and have a date for my surgery! Tuesday 13th October and I'm so excited and just want the time to come so I can get healed enjoying a flat belly!
Am using the time to prepare and hit the gym hard! (Hoping to loose art least 8lbs before surgery!)
I am also getting married in April so lots of exciting times ahead!......you know I'll be rocking that bikini on honeymoon! :-)

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September 5, 2015
Good for u.. u won't regret it! I'm 3 weeks post op now and so glad I did it - I feel like me again! Good luck! :-)
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September 5, 2015
So re assuring, thank you and happy heing xx
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September 6, 2015
I'm getting surgery 2 days after you on the 15th!
We can certainly encourage each other. I'm getting a boob job with my full tummy tuck as well!
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September 8, 2015
Definitely! am gettin really excited x
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September 8, 2015
Super excited for you. I have surgery the 6th of Oct and have a similar stomach to you. How tall are you and your weight?? Curious how similar we are.
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September 8, 2015
Hi.....I'm 5"7" and 165lbs. I carry all of my weight around my middle and can't get rid! It drives me mad! X
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September 8, 2015
Just saw your review....super exciting isn't it! We et to compare before and after.....we do seem to have a similar shape x
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September 8, 2015
I'm only a half inch taller then you but 20 pounds heavier lol. I'm worried about that, but even when I lose 10 or so pounds my stomach stays exactly the same. Even looks worse. So I'm like screw it im doing it now. I want to enjoy my body. Hate this stupid stomach.
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September 8, 2015
We have that top area that looks hard huh. I've now realized its muscle seperation. See my prego pic? It was so painful on the top area of my belly. Felt like it was ripping.
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September 13, 2015
Super exciting x who is your surgeon
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October 6, 2015
Sorry Clare.....I've only just seen this!! I've gone with Ian whitworth? I see your in Pompey, who'd you go with?
October 31, 2015
Hi there goodluck on13th october when you have your op. I had an extended tt 5 weeks ago and feel great, until i do to much, and then i feel totally drained. My favourite phrase at the moment is 'make haste slowly'. Post op take things very easy and accept help whenever you can. I am lucky and havnt had that much pain up to now, but when i did some step exercise on my wii i did 20 mins instead of 10 and he next day part of my scar hurt and felt hot, i only do 10 mins now. You will notice that your tummy will feel numb, its an odd sensation but nothing to worry about. I dont know if this helps, hope it does.
I have a recliner chair and slept in it the first night out of hospital, it made things easier for me. Use lots of pillows to help support you in bed
Good luck and god bless.
Jean
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22 days pre

Just over 3 weeks!

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kelley78tt
So I've just over 3 weeks until my surgery and it's fully hit me (as paid in full Friday) that I'm actually having this done!
Am I nervous? Hell yeah!.....but the relief of finally being confident in myself and body again after so many years is keeping me from being too scared. I know it's gonna hurt, but what's a few weeks of discomfort to a lifetime of feeling fab?
Am not getting a recliner (I haven't the space) but has anyone used pillow wedges? What's people's thoughts?
I also had my pre op last week, meet the surgeon again (who is confident he can get good results).......now just have the agonising wait!! :-)

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September 20, 2015
You'll be absolutely fine and won't regret it! I'm 5 weeks post op now and soooo glad I did it!
In terms of pain, I had prepared for the worst - I had a bad delivery/ emergency c-section last year so was expecting similar or worse pain but I was pleasantly surprised. I haven't really experienced any pain - just discomfort. My advice would b to make sure you keep on top on pain killers and rest... don't over do it, let your body heal.
I didn't buy/hire a recliner, I just used normal pillows. The reclining bed in hospital was a god send and was needed for the 3 nights I was in. However once at home I just used 4 pillows behind me propping me up and 3 pillows under my knees. Sleeping isn't the most comfortable I must admit but you'll get used to it. You may experience some back pain as a result of your rigid posture and sleeping position but again, keep on top of pain meds to help.
Good luck!!! If you have any more question, ask away! :-)
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September 21, 2015
Thanks! Your pictures look amazing! I'm so excited to see what mine looks like after!
I'm in for 2 nights and have already started stocking up on pillows!
I've also prepared myself for the worst, I've never had a c-section so can't compare it to that, but will definitely stay ahead with the pain meds.....my ps also advices this :-)
Am sure I'll be full of questions nearer the time! X
September 22, 2015
Hi luv i am just at the stage of trying to choose a surgeon and frankly its proving tricky! As im sure you know! How many did you see and what made you finally decide on the one your are going with! Would really apreciate your advice! Many thanks and wishing you a speedy recovery. I live in Reading so would be great to have the details of your surgeon if thats ok? Em
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September 28, 2015
Not sure u saw but I sent I a PM x
October 31, 2015
Hi there i have just been reading xour post re choosing a surgeon. I had my extended tt 5 weeks ago. When i decided to go ahead with the procedure, l was concerned who to go to. I spoke to my gp to get his recommendation. The man he told me about has been great, i live in nuneaton warks and if you lived in my area i would recommend him. You need to trust whoever does your op. I hope this is useful info for you and good luck to you
God blesrp0jean
UPDATED FROM kelley78tt
20 days pre

Have just booked my hen weekend for March

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kelley78tt
....am going on a Soul Weekend with Alexander O'Neil and others, I am aiming to get in this outfit for the occasion to show off my new belly!! Lol

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