Mommy Who Wants to See Her Cooch Again. Is That Too Much to Ask? - Columbus, GA

After hiring 2 personal trainers, purchasing a heavy punching bag, free weights, suspension training system, gliding discs.......I thnk you get the picture, and not having the results I wanted, it was time to do some research. Mind you, one of my personal trainers had a tummy tuck and she was in great shape, but just like most women who have given birth, the shelf, spare tire or whatever you'd like to call it wasn't going anywhere so I decided to do something about it in the form of a tummy tuck with lipo to the upper abdomen, inner thighs, outer thighs and flanks. I consulted with Dr. Song, Dr. Deutsch, Dr. Colgrove, Dr. Baron- McKnight and Dr. Cochran. Dr. Cochran won due to the placement of his cut. I would like to dispel the thought that Dr. Cochran is cheap so that's why people go to him. His charges for the tummy tuck are about the same as the other doctors, the difference is he uses twilight anesthesia; therefore, saving you a couple of grand by not needing an anesthesiologist. He is a professional that has been doing this for eons and has the track record to back it up. He and his staff were always professional and respectful, which is why I booked him three months ago and had my surgery yesterday. After I take my shower, I will post before and after pics.

The first four hours after surgery were the most painful hours of my life. I've heard people compare this surgery to a C-section. Lies and garbage. The only thing my C-section had in common with this surgery is the fact that I was hunched over. No more, no less. I must say that it's been uphill since then. I know the pics aren't that great but I promise to do better. I really just decided that I would post but you ladies helped me make my decision and hopefully I can do the same.

So.....not much new to report; however, I am learning that using the walker is imperative if you don't want to tire out too quickly. I am unable to eat full or half meals. I just eat half a bowl of Cheerios and pineapples. I have not seen a difference in swelling by eating the pineapples. The shower chair is a lifesaver. I didn't purchase the raised toilet seat and don't need it. I am still in pain but really don't need a pain pill. Although I am not a week out, I am unsure how anyone can go back to work within 7 days. I took 3 weeks off. I am very tired and will update with pics tomorrow.