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26, 2 Kids, Mental/Physical Rollercoaster! Ftt, lipo medial thigh - Cincinnati, OH

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I just want to warn and raise awareness, it's not...

ahomoelleMay 6, 2015
WORTH IT$7,800
I just want to warn and raise awareness, it's not just painful but the emotions that occur during the process is draining. It's so painful and I wondered why did I do this to myself. Why would I choose to put myself through pain because of what I think I should look like from magazines. Then I felt emotional because I have two children, 2.5 years old and 9 months old, and I can't take care of them. It KILLS me when they cry and need me and I can't make their food the way they want or give them their bath like they like or change their diaper. I literally feel helpless and in extreme pain. My back hurts the worse from staying bent over. I just think they don't warn you how emotional the surgery can be.

Overall I am very happy I went through with the procedure but it has been very tough and I am only 11 days post op.

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Peter McKenna, MD

Peter McKenna, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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fattytoflatty
May 6, 2015
Congrats - your pics look amazing. Agree about the rollercoaster - it's a tough ride but soon worth it when you look at your pics. I started to get quite depressed last week (I never get down about anything!) but prob lack of doing stuff and being stuck inside. Ladies - take loads of before pics so if you ever doubt why you did it - there is your answer. Hang on in there - it does get better every day - trust you have lots of help with your kids? Luckily mine are older (youngest is 8). :-)
ahomoelle
May 8, 2015
Thank you! Looking at my old photos do help and I'm almost 2 weeks post op and more mobile which is helping me a Lot!
Ladymommy
May 6, 2015
Hang it there!!!! Stay positive and try to get rest as much as you can.
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Alabamalover
May 6, 2015
From the ladies on this site I was warned about the emotional part. Even my doctors office gave me a handout they made about the timeline of typical emotions patients go through post tummy tuck. Im sorry you're depressed about the situation right now. I must've had my surgery right after you. I am usually a positive person but I'm having a difficult time too. Your body is working hard to recover. It's been through a lot. It will happen though.
ahomoelle
May 8, 2015
Thank you! I'm almost 2 weeks post and I'm starting to feel much better!
keleb7977
May 8, 2015
Well said. I'm just past the three week mark and still having a nervous breakdown. There was no preparation for this whatsoever. This emotional ordeal has really put my husband and kids out. I'm glad you brought this topic up, thank you. I really hope you feel better soon, you will, just be kind to yourself. Kel
ahomoelle
May 9, 2015
Yes I'm already starting to do better. I'm 2 weeks post now. Getting both drains out helped but I'm still an emotional wreck Lol and I dont think my belly button is centered, I hope it's just swelling, its not that noticeable but it also looks really weird. But Ive had a good past 2 days hope things start looking up for you as well :-)
keleb7977
May 9, 2015
That's really good to hear. Each day does get easier. I'm not happy with my results though and the thought of doing it all again is too impossible right now. Your pics look fantastic by the way. You will be very pleased once you're fully recovered
keleb7977
May 10, 2015
Good advice ladies. The support is really priceless. You can't get anything like this from friends, family or your PS!
UPDATED FROM ahomoelle
16 days post

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ahomoelleMay 10, 2015
Every day gets easier :-) I only cry every other day lol every other day I feel a new sensation or pain. I'm 2 weeks post and am starting to feel the superficial pain. I think when he ripped off my steri strips my skin ripped off or maybe it's normal idk but it hurts so bad and I think it's infected. My belly button is off center too but that may just be swelling. I'm going to post photos :-)

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hanalei
May 11, 2015
I'm so sorry it's been so hard for you! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Also, I sincerely hope you had a good Mother's Day. PMother's Day
Notthemama
May 12, 2015
I had my tt on April 7 2015. 1st weeks was horrible!!!!. 2-3 week my body still hurt, my rear end was in major discomfort from sleeping on my back. And I felt as if I was going to lose my mind being confined to the house. More particular 1room, the sofa, and my tv & iPad. But there is hope I'm going on 6 weeks post op. I'm feeling better everyday. Still sleeping on back elevated & with pillows under my knees. I'm not completely on the flat side yet & my incision us still closing in the center area like you. Keep your sanity it gets better!!
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forJesus
May 13, 2015
I went thru the same extreme emotional roller- coaster! All i can say is that faith plays a very important role. Also, It's very important good nutrition with the support of supplements during your recovery.
UPDATED FROM ahomoelle
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