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42 Years Old Mother, Ready to Get my Body Back.
UPDATED FROM Bonjoie
14 days pre
Pre-op done; Surgery set for 2 weeks
BonjoieFebruary 8, 2018
$15,000
I was so nervous the night before the preop, not sure why since it's not even the big day, but still couldn't sleep and just had crazy thoughts. After my preop, and a major outlay of just about all my cash :), it got real for me. Somehow though, I feel better after that visit. I'm stoked about what I'm doing and why and just had an opportunity to refocus on that. I took my mom with me to the preop as she'll be doing the majority of my after care and the look on her face as they described the procedure was horrific! It was actually so horrible it was funny. That gave me perspective - it's going to be ok. I'm really excited and am starting my real post op prep this weekend. Recliner rental, house dresses, bed pads, etc. I am going to rent a walker, my PS described a fair amount of work my back muscles will have to do, and having something to lean on sounds like a good plan.
UPDATED FROM Bonjoie
22 days pre
One week away from pre-op and soo nervous
BonjoieJanuary 31, 2018
To say I'm on the edge right now is an understatement! My pre-op is a week away, the surgery itself is set for Feb 23rd. I obsess when awake and dream about it at night. I've started buying some of the things I'll need for after surgery, but have so many more items to get. It's little stuff too - like house dresses and pads, not crazy expensive things. I'm going to look at a recliner this weekend because I'm not renting a hospital bed and am not expecting much from myself these first few weeks. I keep reading all of the reviews and trying to prep myself to just hang tight through the first 10 days as that seems to be the worst. Either way, I'm nervous as heck, but feeling determined. Pray for me RS, pray that the surgery goes well, recovery goes well, and another one of us joins the flatside.
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PolishPrincess004
February 1, 2018
Hi! Just wanted to wish you luck! My surgery is scheduled for the 23rd as well, so I am feeling some of the same emotions as you! You are not alone. :)
Bonjoie
February 4, 2018
Sending good luck and good vibes your way also! The time will be here before we know it. I'm trying to push the procedure from my mind and stay focused on my prep for recovery. I also tried on a dress that I love but wouldn't dare wear to remind me of why.
PolishPrincess004
February 4, 2018
So far I don't have anything planned for recovery, aside from help with my children. A lot of girls on here have a bunch of supplies prepared. I should take a look at those lists! Have you bought anything like a shower chair, or special foods to eat after?
Bonjoie
February 4, 2018
I haven't either yet and I'm really on the fence about it. I plan to get a recliner because I do have a high bed but a shower chair, a toilet riser and the other 30000 things I'm just not sure about. And it depends on which review. Some say all that stuff is overkill, some say they needed it all.
PolishPrincess004
February 4, 2018
I think I will pass on most of that. But I am trying to decide if I should get scar therapy stuff like embrace. What do you think you might do?
Bonjoie
February 6, 2018
I'm planning to get some scar treatment for sure. That's one common item in all of these reviews. I'll probably start with the expensive stuff first too, then dial it down to vitamin e and emu and those others more 'home-based' remedies :) But caring for that scar from jump sounds like the best way to make sure it heals properly, good, low and thin over the long haul.
UPDATED FROM Bonjoie
1 month pre
2 weeks out from pre-op, and 32 days from surgery
BonjoieJanuary 22, 2018
I am getting so nervous & excited about all of this. I can still hardly believe I'm doing something like this for myself. I know I want it, I know I'm worth it, I know that in reality - it isn't terribly expensive considering all else we take care of on an annual basis. But I still have guilt (mom guilt?). However, I was sitting down and caught a glimpse of my tummy resting on my thighs over the weekend = guilt diminishing :)
Haven't taken any pics yet - but will post some pre-pics soon. I can't wait to join the ranks of the flatside and be able to look back at my journey!! can't thank all the rest of you wonderful RS's for sharing your stories and creating a safe place where questions are answered and experiences are shared.
Haven't taken any pics yet - but will post some pre-pics soon. I can't wait to join the ranks of the flatside and be able to look back at my journey!! can't thank all the rest of you wonderful RS's for sharing your stories and creating a safe place where questions are answered and experiences are shared.
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