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FINALLY! After much internal debate, I decided it...
yogamomx5February 8, 2012
WORTH IT$15,500
FINALLY! After much internal debate, I decided it was time to look the way I feel. I am 43, 5 ft 8 in, 175lbs. I have five, yes 5 children. Two are grown(ish) ages 23 and 21. Then, I have three little ones ages 5, 3 and 1. I am a yoga teacher and have spent the last year agonizing over this decision. Mostly, what other "yogis" would think. After having one of the "girls" pop out of my top in hot yoga and my belly skin (about 5lbs doc says) fall out of my cute lululemon pants in handstand in another class....well I decided I just can't be effective teaching if every thought is of a wardrobe malfunction. That is certainly not "being present" as we say in yoga.
Moving to a different state and new town over the holidays prompted me to put a plan into action. Mommy makeover here I come. Full TT, breast lift with augmentation and smart liposuction (neck, flanks, I&O thighs). Both nervous and excited! Husband is supportive. I have MIL coming for two weeks to help with children.
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My surgery is February 22, 2012. 10 days away. I...
yogamomx5February 10, 2012
My surgery is February 22, 2012. 10 days away. I haven't slept well most of the last week due to obsessing over what size implants to use. I am a C- now. At my normal weight 155(ish) I am a B+. I want a full natural looking C. I have decided on 225cc.
Does anyone have any input on this? In addition to teaching yoga, I run and participate in triathlons. I don't want the the girls getting in the way. I would like to be able to wear my before mentioned (and loved) Lululemon tops without an extra bra for low impact activities.
Also, my PS prescribes Lortab, Phenagren, and Ambien after surgeries. Don't I need MORE? Percocet? I scared of the pain and getting behind the pain.
Off to be mommy...thanks to all who post their stories I have been reading this site for months.
Does anyone have any input on this? In addition to teaching yoga, I run and participate in triathlons. I don't want the the girls getting in the way. I would like to be able to wear my before mentioned (and loved) Lululemon tops without an extra bra for low impact activities.
Also, my PS prescribes Lortab, Phenagren, and Ambien after surgeries. Don't I need MORE? Percocet? I scared of the pain and getting behind the pain.
Off to be mommy...thanks to all who post their stories I have been reading this site for months.
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February 10, 2012
WOW your story really caught my eye, I am same age 43, 5'10 still around 200 after losing 150 pounds, but I work out like fiend, I am carrying a lot of muscle! I love Bikram I am doing that 5 days a week in addition to lifting and running, I am most sad about giving that up for 2 months!!! How long do you think before we will be able to go back to Bikram??? I hope you post pics, I will be anxious to follow your progress, my surgery is 3/2, just TT for now, I didn't have the funds for boobs, which I know is going to be so disappointing, when I see my new tummy, and still have Mr. Tubesock boobs LOL. I had to laugh cause I have had the boobs flop out so many times during yoga! My big splurge is going to be a Margarita Wear outfit for the gym afterwards!! I love those bright designs! Good luck to you I want to be a full C too after boob surgery, I was a 48DDD and had huge boobs now with all the exercise I dont want big huge boobs again, much to hubby's chagrin!!!
February 10, 2012
Bejewelme What an incredible weight loss you have had! You look beautiful. My plan post surgery is to go back to teaching yoga and spin at 6 weeks post op. With yoga, I don't practice when I teach so I am hoping this will be possible. I probably personally won't practice Bikrim for at least two months but probably longer....just thinking about the opening sequence makes me wince. I use my core in every pose, I just have a hard time seeing it being safe for me especially since we can't do any ab work forever. (this from a woman who raced a sprint tri 11 wks after last child was born and tore her hip flexor, lesson learned, I am not a spring chicken!). Maybe you could try some restorative yoga. I know it's hard to give up that yoga buzz after a hot class. Stay in touch.
February 11, 2012
Thank you, when I get mad at the darn scale I thinl darn that was hard and I have come a very long way!!! LOL Yes I will stay in touch!!! I am going tomorrow to hot yoga!! I know the whole thing is all core, I am guessing it is going to be quite awhile after til I can go back to it. I almost put off this surgery because I am enjoying it so much, LOL I dont know what restorative yoga is I might have to start looking around at other places and inquire, I will be going stir crazy!!! I am so worried about eating and not working out, I am going to keep it low carb, high protein and lower calories, and hope for the best!!! 2 weeks at this time you will be enjoying that new tummy!
February 15, 2012
Hi again, yogamom. As far as the meds...not familiar with the rhree you mention, but I would def. ask him if they are as strong as percocet. I don't think anyone should have to suffer those first days, and that's when the stronger stuff, exactly on schedule is key!!
I just bought 20 yoga classes (have never done yoga) through Groupon to give it a go. Very excited and thinking this will be a good way to get back into exercising my core in March, when doc approved regular exercise. I started back on treadmill, very slowly at first) at two weeks post op. I bike and swim in the summer and treadmill/walk, slow jog and do exercide videoas in the winter. I had been a real couch potato before my weight loss and am very concerned about having been "off" so long. DO NOT want to ever go back to that sedentary lifestyle. I also got one month of unlimited classes at a local gym (boot camp, spinning, kickboxing, etc.) and think after a slow start in March and building up some endurance, I may strat that in April.
You are going to be sooo thrilled. Feb 22 is just around the corner and I will be thinking of you. You are made such a good decision to give yourself this gift. And I vote for the full C. With the exercise...believe me I know that Ds and DDs are just too big. I love the c cup I ended up with and am so psched I won't have to wear two sports bras when I work out anymore! Good luck and I will keep in touch.
I just bought 20 yoga classes (have never done yoga) through Groupon to give it a go. Very excited and thinking this will be a good way to get back into exercising my core in March, when doc approved regular exercise. I started back on treadmill, very slowly at first) at two weeks post op. I bike and swim in the summer and treadmill/walk, slow jog and do exercide videoas in the winter. I had been a real couch potato before my weight loss and am very concerned about having been "off" so long. DO NOT want to ever go back to that sedentary lifestyle. I also got one month of unlimited classes at a local gym (boot camp, spinning, kickboxing, etc.) and think after a slow start in March and building up some endurance, I may strat that in April.
You are going to be sooo thrilled. Feb 22 is just around the corner and I will be thinking of you. You are made such a good decision to give yourself this gift. And I vote for the full C. With the exercise...believe me I know that Ds and DDs are just too big. I love the c cup I ended up with and am so psched I won't have to wear two sports bras when I work out anymore! Good luck and I will keep in touch.
February 15, 2012
Yes, I am thrilled to be only a week away.
I am going to insist on percocet. I am concerned about losing my fitness level as well, but least the girls will be perky and I won't have a budda belly.
Yoga can be very healing. Working the toxins through the body and OUT! Most people who give yoga a try eventually fine a style that resonates with them. I have seen it give speed to Olympic athletes without pounding the pavement as well as grant an elderly person there indepenece back.
Keep posting it is very encouraging!
I am going to insist on percocet. I am concerned about losing my fitness level as well, but least the girls will be perky and I won't have a budda belly.
Yoga can be very healing. Working the toxins through the body and OUT! Most people who give yoga a try eventually fine a style that resonates with them. I have seen it give speed to Olympic athletes without pounding the pavement as well as grant an elderly person there indepenece back.
Keep posting it is very encouraging!
February 15, 2012
Yoga- had my preop yesterday he gave me Nucynta for pain, a new one suppose to not be so constipating? I guess I will try it, I hate them all, so maybe this will be OK, if not i will tell him I need heavier drugs! LOL Surgery is 1 week from today right????
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Pictures up. Geezzzzzz the lateral ones don't lie...
yogamomx5February 16, 2012
Pictures up. Geezzzzzz the lateral ones don't lie do they? Wow.
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February 16, 2012
Yoga- it is hard giving up control for some time, but honestlty you are lucky you have your MIL coming to help with the kids,try to be thankful and patient, and you know that if something slips, she will understand you are on pain meds, LOL You are really thinking today, try to relax focus on what needs to get done, focus on enjoying your class and hey if the kids are mismatched or not fed exactly as you want, what is the harm, like its not going to kill them, grandmas are special and they are going to be happy for some spoiling. Try to relax I can tell you all this but not take my own advice, LOL
February 16, 2012
I know what you say is true....freaking out a little. I am a detail person. I know shocking right? Do you feel ready? Have supplies and help worked out. What are your concerns?
February 16, 2012
LOL Yeah I am a little nuts, with the weight issue, I have menus, all planned and counted in FitDay, all the foods out, store lists, LOL I am a little OCD, I am concerened about my son he was freaked with my arm surgery he is just used to me always be up and about and I think it scared him seeing me wrapped, I might keep him a this Dads for a week until I am able to look good and put make up on. I have hubby for 5 days various friends and family after that looking in on me, I might have my 90 year old Gram at the house too, I said nan I cant do stuff she says she understands.
My 2 biggest fears are
1. Not being happy with the result
2. Guilt over the money spent and time off etc
I do trust my doc 100% some days I am like lets go lets get this done and other days I am like what am I thinking??? It is an emotional roller coaster for sure!!!And I have to realize that I cannot micro plan every detial of the recovery my hubby is a grown man, as long as him and the cats and my son are fed and safe it may not be in the manner I would do it but it is going to be OK, it will get done!
My 2 biggest fears are
1. Not being happy with the result
2. Guilt over the money spent and time off etc
I do trust my doc 100% some days I am like lets go lets get this done and other days I am like what am I thinking??? It is an emotional roller coaster for sure!!!And I have to realize that I cannot micro plan every detial of the recovery my hubby is a grown man, as long as him and the cats and my son are fed and safe it may not be in the manner I would do it but it is going to be OK, it will get done!
February 16, 2012
Sounds like you have a great plan and lots of help. We are completely normal in our thinking:)
February 16, 2012
Oh yea. And with regards to the food stuff it doesn't help that I am finally reading the book "skinny [RS bleep]". I may never eat again.
February 16, 2012
Hey, I updated my review. I know you said my past post scared you. I got my drains out and am feeling much better. Your concerns, fears, etc are almost the same as all of us. (By the way, I love my MIL as well but she NEVER stops talking so I feel ya there! ;)
You can just post pics of your belly so that isn't a naked pic---and do not show your face, just your tummy, then you will have some before and after shots. Best Wishes! :)
You can just post pics of your belly so that isn't a naked pic---and do not show your face, just your tummy, then you will have some before and after shots. Best Wishes! :)
February 16, 2012
Yeah the authors of skinny [RS bleep] say Atkns wont make you lose weight, LOL I lost 150 pounds with that, LOL I do want to read it so I will have to check it out!
February 17, 2012
Bejewelme, yes it is worth the read. Don't know if you are organic or not. We are. Now probably have to be vegan. I am sick after reading. I checked all the facts and they are true. Not related to this forum I know. Just from one mama who struggles with her weight to another. Love and hugs:) thank you for responding and making me feel not alone. You rock!
I love your story. It's fascinating hearing it from a yoga teacher's perspective. Smart to have your MIL come while you recover. That will be SO helpful. Thank you for finding us and starting your story here. Keep us posted as you  get closer to the big day!