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38yo 63kg, (Previously) Slim & Fit Woman + 2 Very Big Babies = Abdominal Separation = Abdominoplasty! - Brisbane, AU
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While of course I knew that pregnancy was going to...
msbneSeptember 29, 2015
WORTH IT$5,000
While of course I knew that pregnancy was going to change my previously slim and fairly fit body, it came as a shock to find that by 8 weeks pregnant my pre-existing hypermobility (a fancy terms for stretchy muscles) that had previously meant simply that I got aches and pains and was very flexible, had turned into full-blown pelvic instability. Basically the muscles holding my pelvis together responded to pregnancy hormones by just giving up and going home!
I also had much bigger babies than expected - both over 10 pounds - which took a toll. Despite doing all the "right" things - pilates, post-pregnancy support garments, careful exercise, endless physio - my abdominal separation never came back together after my second baby, and now it's really impacting on my self confidence (via a bulgy pregnant-looking tummy) and my quality of life (via lower back pain, core weakness and not being able to exercise properly).
While I've kept pushing towards new fitness goals - I ran my first 10km a few months back - my body is letting me know more and more that it can't handle what I'm asking of it. I get so upset when I listen to my husband talk about his workouts, knowing that even a little 3km run sends my hips and pelvis into painful spasms.
Anyway, I'm hugely looking forward to getting my significant abdominal divarification repaired so that I can hopefully begin to exercise properly again and banish my back pain. Not having a bulgy tummy will be nice as well!
I also had much bigger babies than expected - both over 10 pounds - which took a toll. Despite doing all the "right" things - pilates, post-pregnancy support garments, careful exercise, endless physio - my abdominal separation never came back together after my second baby, and now it's really impacting on my self confidence (via a bulgy pregnant-looking tummy) and my quality of life (via lower back pain, core weakness and not being able to exercise properly).
While I've kept pushing towards new fitness goals - I ran my first 10km a few months back - my body is letting me know more and more that it can't handle what I'm asking of it. I get so upset when I listen to my husband talk about his workouts, knowing that even a little 3km run sends my hips and pelvis into painful spasms.
Anyway, I'm hugely looking forward to getting my significant abdominal divarification repaired so that I can hopefully begin to exercise properly again and banish my back pain. Not having a bulgy tummy will be nice as well!
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October 5, 2015
Fellow Aussie here! I'm 63kg x2 kids (both emergency c-sects). I've just had a TT (14 days PO) after umbilical hernia and tummy separation too. best of luck with everything! It's the nervous exciting wait time for you.
November 4, 2015
You look so sore, did your surgeon put a dressing on your scar? How often are you wearing your binder? I see you live in Brisbane, I'm in Adelaide. Do you know where to buy spandex pants from? Have you had your stitches out yet?
November 5, 2015
My surgeon uses a glue/mesh combo. The scar isn't sore at all now, unless one of my kids accidentally whacks me!
My binder is pretty uncomfortable so thankfully I don't need to wear it at night anymore.
Not sure about the pants. Do you mean a compression garment?
My binder is pretty uncomfortable so thankfully I don't need to wear it at night anymore.
Not sure about the pants. Do you mean a compression garment?
November 5, 2015
No, i have one of those, i think it was an American site i was reading that said Spanx help to shape your body after surgery. I will just be guided by my doctor. I have an appointment next Tuesday to get the plastic dressing taken off, she said that i need to wear my binder for at least 6 weeks to stop skin and flesh separation. Are you on face book?
March 29, 2016
Hi,
I have had 4 kids all c sections and I have the "mummy tummy"
I am researching tummy tucks at the moment and surgeons. I just have a few quick questions, in your 3months + post op photos you have a little bandage on your wound, did it open up or not heal properly in that section? Were you happy with Dr Belt ? I am very confused with all the surgeons I can not pick one.
Thank you in advance for your help
I have had 4 kids all c sections and I have the "mummy tummy"
I am researching tummy tucks at the moment and surgeons. I just have a few quick questions, in your 3months + post op photos you have a little bandage on your wound, did it open up or not heal properly in that section? Were you happy with Dr Belt ? I am very confused with all the surgeons I can not pick one.
Thank you in advance for your help
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Should I add lipo?
msbneOctober 5, 2015
I'm reading all these reviews where people had liposuction along with their tummy tuck. It doesn't seem to be as standard here in Australia - you certainly can have both but it doesn't seem like most people do like in the US.
Anyway, it's got me wondering whether I should consider flank and/or thigh lipo with my procedure. While I decided to have the surgery primarily for functional improvement reasons, I'm obviously also hoping for a very good cosmetic result (to make up for the scarring!)
The main barrier is my husband - he's medical and may be a bit disapproving or think it's unnecessary from a strictly functional point of view! But the way I see it is that I'm going into hospital anyway, being anaesthetised anyway, wearing a support garment anyway, "out of action" and needing help anyway. The procedure is at a reduced rate for us so the cost isn't too problematic.
So my question is - would or did you have liposuction?
Anyway, it's got me wondering whether I should consider flank and/or thigh lipo with my procedure. While I decided to have the surgery primarily for functional improvement reasons, I'm obviously also hoping for a very good cosmetic result (to make up for the scarring!)
The main barrier is my husband - he's medical and may be a bit disapproving or think it's unnecessary from a strictly functional point of view! But the way I see it is that I'm going into hospital anyway, being anaesthetised anyway, wearing a support garment anyway, "out of action" and needing help anyway. The procedure is at a reduced rate for us so the cost isn't too problematic.
So my question is - would or did you have liposuction?
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October 5, 2015
I do think Lipo in the flanks makes a big difference for most people. It definitely helps create smooth lines and transition between the pulling and stretching of the stomach. I have looked at a ridiculous amount of pictures, and a little bit of lipo on the sides seems beneficial even on a very thin people. Not sure if I would add thighs though. It definitely would be painful, and I think legs/butt are areas that could probably be improved with weight training and diet
October 6, 2015
I agree - it's those before/after pictures where you notice that someone has had a big improvement and click through to notice that they've had flank liposuction as well that got me thinking about it.
October 6, 2015
How old are your children? Is care or lifting much of a factor for you? Will it put you out of action for longer? In my opinion, looking at your pics - and it is just my opinion....... I don't think you look like you need it. But it's all open to interpretation isn't it. You are the one that has to decide whether you are comfortable in your own skin. In my scenario I personally have accepted the fact that I am always going to be bigger in my butt and thigh area. That is just my genetic make up. Do I wish that it wasn't my genetic make up? Well yeah..... But I have accepted it and I think that is what it comes down to.... Whether you are prepared to accept things as they are or if it is making you miserable. You are the only one that can make that decision Hun. :-)
October 6, 2015
My kids are 1yo and 3yo - I think the main issues re listing and care are going to arise from the tummy tuck. In a perfect world I'd have waited another year or so but the Medicare numbers that provide a rebate on the abdominoplasty procedure and make the associated hospital stay claimable on private health are almost certainly disappearing as at the end of this month, so it really needed to be done now or the cost would have been as much as $15,000.
Psychologically, because I was previously really quite shapely I've found the adjustment to having a 'mum' body quite difficult, and the inability to exercise properly has been very challenging as well. For me, I think adding some fairly subtle liposuction is going to really enhance the results and my relationship with my body.
Psychologically, because I was previously really quite shapely I've found the adjustment to having a 'mum' body quite difficult, and the inability to exercise properly has been very challenging as well. For me, I think adding some fairly subtle liposuction is going to really enhance the results and my relationship with my body.
October 8, 2015
I would . Some doctors automatically does it to improve looks . Double check with your Ps
October 8, 2015
I asked him about it and he said I'd be a good candidate and that it wouldn't add to recovery time at all, so I've decided to go ahead. :)
October 8, 2015
I had lipo but on my inner thighs... The pain from the lipo was surprisingly bad compared to the tt. But even though it's a little bit uneven still, it was worth it. It's often where it's difficult to lose the fat so you can use it to shape aesthetically. In another note iOS recommend you sort out in your own mind why you want it and explain to your hubby. It's necessary in your eyes and you need his support. It's unfortunate that we're either considered vain if we have treatments or slobs if we don't (mums with bellies) and made to feel guilty for wanting to look nice. You are entitled to have the surgery if it will make you feel better about yourself. I sold the idea to myself that it was functional but that was only a part of it. I needed to get back to who I was in my mind not the mirror. Sorry, end of rant :) in short it's painful and lots of bruising but worth it.
October 30, 2015
i had the flanks done w/ tt & mr. my dr actually just added it while in there. i do recommend it and i wish i would have done at least my inner thighs. The lipo was not bad at all but still sore. 2 weeks post op all bruising gone but still hurts if i touch it.
October 30, 2015
i plan on working off some of the fat off my thighs. i had a UBL by dr horndeski and with all the surgeries and complications i gained about 20lbs back of the 63lbs i lost. so with that said the thighs will be toned again soon. best of luck to you..
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