38 Year Old, 2 Kids Via C-section, Smart Lipo - Danville, CA

Thank you!

Thank you!

Thank you!

I don't feel swollen at all.. my DR did mention that I still have some swelling in my lower ab area but it's nothing that makes my clothes feel tighter or anything. I would not feel comfortable exposing my stomach at the beach yet only because it still has some lumps and irregularities to it.

Thank you that's good to know..I guess it takes a while for the results to be perfect. . Seems like you're on your way! You look great already

Yes, it does seem to take a while for final results, up to 6 months is what my Dr told me. Thank you! You're scheduled next week right?

yes..Im getting my procedure done next wednesday the 23rd. I'm really nervous and anxious. How is your swelling? you look great but i hear the swelling can bet terrible. are you able to wear normal clothes yet?

oh sorry i asked about your swelling already!!! so glad that you're not really swollen gives me hope:)

As my Dr reminded me with this type of procedure, 1/3 is your body, 1/3 is what you do, and 1/3 is what the Dr does, so if you are doing everything you are "supposed" to be doing (taking it easy, wearing your compression garment, drinking plenty of water, eating a healthy diet) I think your chances of having the best recovery possible are in your favor. I literally did not resume physical activity (my exercise regimen) until 5 weeks after my procedure, this was because of something my Dr mentioned to me about swelling... not saying that was the main reason I didn't have noticeable swelling, but I think it helped. I also went into this at my ideal weight, so I wasn't/am not trying to lose any more weight, that could also be why I didn't notice much swelling. According to my Dr at my 6 week visit, he said I do have some swelling still, but it's not anything noticeable to me and my clothes fit looser in my mid-section (same every where else though). Everyone's journey is different and our bodies are all so different so it's really hard to predict how things will go. Good luck next week and I'll be looking forward to your updates =)

Thanks so much. I will definitely take it easy with the exercise. I work out 4 to 5 days a week so I guess I'll have to really watch my diet so I don't gain any weight. Thanks for all the info. I guess we never know until we go through it ourselves. I just want to get on with it. I will definitely post some pics as I heal.

Hello,
Yes, it was a little loose below my belly button (there are a couple of pre op pictures from the front and side views). And yes, I've noticed firmer skin especially in the area below my belly button.

Thank you! Every week there is noticeable improvements..

I'm going to be doing this in a few weeks and I'm nervous about the recovery. I'm doing it on the Wednesday before Easter and I'm worried about not being able to get around for Sunday. Do you think I'll be ok in 4 days to go out?

You will most likely be ok to go out but you will probably move a little slower and tire a little easier than normal. You probably won't need any heavy duty pain meds but maybe bringing some OTC meds just to be safe would be a good idea. Have plenty of water with you and wear your compression garment and you should be fine! Good luck!

Thanks so much!! I hope you're doing well. Do you find you can hide your surgery if you want to? I'm not planning on telling too many people and not sure if I will be able to hide it lol

Your skin looks amazing. It really seemed to tighten up in the lower region. I hope that I get results like you. Are you happy with it?

Yes you can hide the surgery if you wanted to.. Probably not in the first couple of days though.. I had my procedure on a Friday and went back to work on Wed and didn't tell anyone... It would be hard to hide this through from anyone living with you..

Yes the skin on my lower abs has tightened up a lot.. From what I've been told it will continue to tighten as time progresses and will also tighten more with the vaser shape treatments which I start tomorrow.. So far I am very pleased with my results..

Looking very good! I must say my shape was similar to yours but I'm slightly bigger . Let me warn you swelling can last a lot longer than several weeks. I have been having to wear a latex corset during the day (almost every day)for up to 6 months and I'm still seeing improvements - unbelieveably! it takes so long. I've only noticed a big decrease in swelling ( in the eves) since the 5 month post mark. I would say corset training and Spanx every other day to encourage best results. If doctors told us how long the recovery really took a lot of us would prob back out....happy healing .

Thanks for the info.. How long did you wear your compression garment after your procedure? I noticed in your post that you are wearing a latex waist trainer and spanx now.. Just curious how long you were in your garment? My dr recommends for at least 6 weeks..

I wore my garment for about 10 weeks even though I was told 8weeks. (4 weeks day & night and 4weeks just day time with foam/foam board ) . I told my ps I would go on for longer and he didn't object to it.

Thanks for the info. After the 10 weeks did you start wearing the waist trainer? There are sooooo many options to choose from would you mind sharing the brand you are using?