6 weeks post op and feeling fantastic!

Hi Ladies,

I'm now at my six week mark and I feel fantastic. I was worried at first that my boobs were too big but now they've settled nicely and I look very proportional. My stomach looks amazing! I still have a lot of stretch marks, which I knew I would but I'm kind of relieved because I still have my badge of honor for carrying my twins! My doctor was so wonderful. She was realistic with me, she was supportive and she really listened to what I wanted and I'm seeing those results now. I don't have to wear my garment anymore (thank God!). I was sweating my butt off in that thing. I get to resume normal exercises now, which I'm grateful for and my swelling has gone down in my stomach so that I can actually see some definition in there! I'm so pleased. This was a rocky and emotional ride, but for me it was totally worth it. My husband commented on how happy he was to see me with self esteem again. That made me feel sad that I was so down on myself before, but I have to agree, I do feel a lot more confident. I love shopping for clothes (a little too much recently...) and overall I just feel more feminine. If any one is in the northern nevada area I HIGHLY recommend my PS. She's fantastic! Good luck to all those out there getting ready for your transformation!

Well, I've reached the three week mark. Things that were numb are regaining feeling so I'm feeling kind of sore but my energy level is way up at the same time if that makes sense. I've been laughing a lot (which is a good thing) but that has caused my stomach muscles to be very sore and I seem to be swollen in the area of my stomach right under my breasts. I'm a little concerned about that but I see the PS later this week. It also hurts like hell again to sneeze or cough. I'm worried I might have pulled something. This recovery is having it's ups and downs!

Now to the emotional stuff... Anyone else having the ups and downs? One minute I'm ecstatic and the next I feel almost depressed. Last night I couldn't sleep worrying about the safety of my implants and how that could effect my children. I need to get off the web and stop brooding. I was most worried about the implants and now I'm obsessing a bit. I knew this would be emotional and I was trying to prepare for that. I'm also worrying a bit about the negativity that surrounds plastic surgery. I have not told many people and I'd like to keep it that way but I'm nervous that it will come up. I know it's no one's business and it was my decision but I'm still trying to get comfortable in my new skin (as great as it is it's still an adjustment!) I don't need anyone else's issues involved! My husband has been so awesome. For months he's listened to me blather on about this surgery and he never complains.

This site is also a lifesaver. To all those out there getting ready to do this, it's a journey, that's for sure. I'm not changing my vote or anything. It's way worth it. Whenever I think of how I felt before about my physical appearance and all the issues with the muscle separation etc., I'm happy I did it but it's a major change. Support is key!

I'm now 13 DPO and everything is feeling much better. My doc will still not give me the go ahead to push my double stroller so I'm not exercising as much as I'd like but I'd rather not re-injure myself. I'll admit though that I'm going a little stir crazy since I'm used to walking several miles a day with my kids. I'm hoping I don't get too floppy in three weeks- ha ha. I feel so excited to start shopping. I went through my old clothes and got rid of some things and found some new treasures that I never would have worn before because they showcased my gut. I go back to work on Tuesday. I'm a little nervous but I think it will be OK even though I won't get my afternoon nap :) It will be good for me to get out and be around the land of the living again. This site has been super supportive and I feel very blessed right now for the support I've received here and at home and for being able to have the opportunity to do this for myself. I'm a lucky lady indeed.