Mom of 2, 44 years old, Athletic, Extremely Active wanting to flatten out baby belly - Brentwood, TN

After two babies and 2 c-sections my belly was left wrecked. I wanted to have a tummy tuck but I am very active and athletic and I just could not afford to be down 8 weeks and then have to rebuild my abs again. I was not sure that aqualipo and smart lipo would fix my problem areas, but I was elated to find out that they think i am a good candidate. After looking at many videos and reviews I decided to book my procedure just before the holidays. Im excited and nerves at the same time. I really really hate my stomach area. I eat very well and work out in extreme ways but my baby rolls have not left me and It makes me so self conscious and self loathing. My date can't get here soon enough. Im so ready!

Getting excited and anxious at the same time.

Hi all, I must say I got really nervous the day before my procedure. Im not sure if looking at other profiles helped or hurt my anticipation of going into this procedure. However once I got there the staff at NuBody Concepts relaxed me almost instantly and helped me focus on what we were going to do. The surgery itself went very well. The worst part was getting the initial injections, as it stung a bit but quickly subsided. There were a few times with the water and lasers that stung a bit. Mainly when it got close to my hip bone or belly button but I made it through it without any trouble. The hour went by fairly quick, and during the procedure we talked about the music playing and laughed a lot. Dr. Emerson and his crew were very professional and kind. I was gauzed up and into my compressions before I knew it and was on my way home.
I did take a valium which made me light sensitive, so the ride home was a bit much but once home I was able to comfortably get into bed and sleep. My husband had to help me change my first set of gauze. I got pretty nauseous standing up, so I took an anti-nauseous pill and laid back down for the remainder of the night. Today Im doing great. I was able to change my pads myself and even get back into my compressions alone.

The removed 3 liters of fat from me yesterday. Though Im not so sure I can tell much of a difference right now. I do feel flatter, but when I look at the side and front views Im not seeing a huge difference like I see in most peoples day 1 pictures. I know that it's early, and I know that Im swelling, so Im not to worried about it at this point. Will post up pictures later.
All in all Im happy with the service and care I received. Im hoping that the procedure produces good results. I don't want to have to do a full tummy tuck because I don't want my muscles cut. So cross your fingers that this heals well and my skin gets super tight.