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7 weeks tmrw: no picnic!
UPDATED FROM airbus320
1 year post
Almost 18 months postop, so glad I did it!
WORTH IT$8,000
Thanks kimmers for the invite and reminder to come back and post. So much happened after my TT that I really lost track of my realself blog. A brief update, and I'll post pics in the coming week.
I love my results. Flat tummy. Size zero. Scar has healed well. It's a little higher than I would have liked but I've made my peace with it. I'm actually considering a BA in the next year or so, nothing huge, I would love to have something natural looking and be able to toss all my padded bras!
Any of you who corresponded during my TT experience will be happy to note that I left my SO after a 16 year relationship. I also put some boundaries in place with my family. I am making a career change as well, leaving clinical medicine and will be departing the East Coast for the West Coast within the next year. Lots of changes. I'm healthy and happy. Not currently in a relationship, just taking some time for myself. Hope all you tummy-tuckers are doing well!
I love my results. Flat tummy. Size zero. Scar has healed well. It's a little higher than I would have liked but I've made my peace with it. I'm actually considering a BA in the next year or so, nothing huge, I would love to have something natural looking and be able to toss all my padded bras!
Any of you who corresponded during my TT experience will be happy to note that I left my SO after a 16 year relationship. I also put some boundaries in place with my family. I am making a career change as well, leaving clinical medicine and will be departing the East Coast for the West Coast within the next year. Lots of changes. I'm healthy and happy. Not currently in a relationship, just taking some time for myself. Hope all you tummy-tuckers are doing well!
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UPDATED FROM airbus320
2 months post
Tomorrow will be 7 weeks since the day of surgery....
Tomorrow will be 7 weeks since the day of surgery. I've had this seroma for weeks - it's gotten progressively smaller but is still there and I go twice a week to have it drained. It's frustrating but not debilitating. The worst part is that I can't get back to my usual exercise routine - presumably more activity = more likelihood of fluid collection.
I went back to work two weeks ago and it's okay. I tire easily and don't have the stamina back but I'm able to pull my 12 hours and get home and crash. I wear the spanx AND the binder under scrubs so my days are uncomfortable!
Incision is finally closed. Took weeks for it to heal where it had opened. I'm using the silicone strips and am pleased with how flat it is. Of course it is red/ darker than the rest of my skin, but it is much improved and I'm confident that it will continue to heal nicely. The incision/ scar is still a little higher than I had hoped - PS said that he had to put it there because I didn't have enough skin to pull it really low and still have BB in the right place. He says it will drop a little bit. There is only one bikini that shows the scar - and maybe I just won't wear that one this year.
Best of of all, I have a nice contour, with a real waist! I am still about 5-7 pounds above prep weight on any given day. I'm very careful with my diet and know that the weight is due to swelling. My thighs and hips/butt are swollen, and in the evenings the area below my incision is swollen, while above remains flat. It looks a little weird but it's the lymphatic system still healing, and in the morning when I get up, all is flat again. I'm not able to fit comfortably in my 0s but can wear 2s and 4s.
I have been a bit depressed for the past few weeks, mostly due to family issues but I'm sure the surgery/ inactivity has something to do with it as well. My advice to anyone considering it: be sure you have a support system in place, and if you do not, have a counselor/therapist/ psychiatrist that you can talk to if you get really down. Have things lined up to do - lots of things. I have been learning another language, doing education for work, cleaning out drawers and closets (slowly and over days). If you like crafts or painting or something like that, lay in your supplies! Be patient with yourself, and know that this surgery is worth it for most of us but won't fix problems in your life or make you feel 18 again - I think most of us are reasonable in expectations but it's easy to get carried away!
Pics later today!
I went back to work two weeks ago and it's okay. I tire easily and don't have the stamina back but I'm able to pull my 12 hours and get home and crash. I wear the spanx AND the binder under scrubs so my days are uncomfortable!
Incision is finally closed. Took weeks for it to heal where it had opened. I'm using the silicone strips and am pleased with how flat it is. Of course it is red/ darker than the rest of my skin, but it is much improved and I'm confident that it will continue to heal nicely. The incision/ scar is still a little higher than I had hoped - PS said that he had to put it there because I didn't have enough skin to pull it really low and still have BB in the right place. He says it will drop a little bit. There is only one bikini that shows the scar - and maybe I just won't wear that one this year.
Best of of all, I have a nice contour, with a real waist! I am still about 5-7 pounds above prep weight on any given day. I'm very careful with my diet and know that the weight is due to swelling. My thighs and hips/butt are swollen, and in the evenings the area below my incision is swollen, while above remains flat. It looks a little weird but it's the lymphatic system still healing, and in the morning when I get up, all is flat again. I'm not able to fit comfortably in my 0s but can wear 2s and 4s.
I have been a bit depressed for the past few weeks, mostly due to family issues but I'm sure the surgery/ inactivity has something to do with it as well. My advice to anyone considering it: be sure you have a support system in place, and if you do not, have a counselor/therapist/ psychiatrist that you can talk to if you get really down. Have things lined up to do - lots of things. I have been learning another language, doing education for work, cleaning out drawers and closets (slowly and over days). If you like crafts or painting or something like that, lay in your supplies! Be patient with yourself, and know that this surgery is worth it for most of us but won't fix problems in your life or make you feel 18 again - I think most of us are reasonable in expectations but it's easy to get carried away!
Pics later today!
Replies (3)
May 9, 2012
Airbus...you are a very strong woman, just from what I read in your posts. I am sorry things are a bit rough. It is difficult not being active and letting some of that energy out..also know that you have to get drained weekly and give your body time to heal. It does take a toll on you. Yours will pass. For me, things have definitely changed since being diagnosed with UC. It is very difficult having an ongoing illness and not feeling 100% all the time, as most ladies feel after a tummy tuck. I know that my UC will go on for a lifetime...and also know that the TT will get better soon. It is still difficult, and as you mentioned, especially if you do not have the appropriate support at home. I commend you for advising ladies to get support from a professional if they do not have the support at home. I hope all gets better for you & that you find your outlet soon. Take care of yourself.
May 11, 2012
Thanks Jamby, I appreciate it. I hope you're doing well. I just realized it has actually only been SIX weeks, not seven. Somehow I have been a week ahead, maybe that's part of why I'm a bit down.
May 9, 2012
I hope that seroma goes away soon. I agree with all of your advice. I was very emotional after this surgery. It definitely takes a toll on you. I still feel a little emotional. Seems like you are doing better. How has your so been?
May 11, 2012
He has been exactly as he would have been had I NOT had surgery... it's difficult to explain. He has barely gone out of his way to make anything easier or to help me in any way. He never really asked me how I felt, about my incision healing, or anything. I have been going to see my PS twice weekly and he doesn't ask how those visits have gone. He will listen while I tell him about it but doesn't initiate any conversation about it. It's like he has no interest in it. Today we took the dogs to the beach, there was a lot of stuff to carry, he acted like I should be able to carry everything as usual, even though he knows my incision is still a little sore if something bumps up on it. Couldn't we just make two trips?
The whole experience has really opened my eyes to what kind of person he is. Maybe he just doesn't know how to communicate his feelings; we have been down this road before - we've been together 15 years and honestly I don't know if I want to spend my next 15 trying to teach him how I want to be treated. I sense a change in the coming year, after I've given myself time to heal and think some things through.
So I think I'm with you Candy, still emotional. I've given it a lot of thought.... do I want to be with someone who does not support something that I wanted so much for myself? And I'm very happy with my results, BTW.
The whole experience has really opened my eyes to what kind of person he is. Maybe he just doesn't know how to communicate his feelings; we have been down this road before - we've been together 15 years and honestly I don't know if I want to spend my next 15 trying to teach him how I want to be treated. I sense a change in the coming year, after I've given myself time to heal and think some things through.
So I think I'm with you Candy, still emotional. I've given it a lot of thought.... do I want to be with someone who does not support something that I wanted so much for myself? And I'm very happy with my results, BTW.
May 11, 2012
Glad you're feeling better, Airbus. And just how long ago did my sweet husband declare you needed a new SO??! So sorry you haven't had the support you need & deserve. Take care.
May 11, 2012
You tell your sweet husband I've been thinking about that comment since he made it. Since before he made it. It's hard for anyone to make a change, harder still when your lives are enmeshed. But I'll get there, in my time.
May 12, 2012
That's great you are happy with results. I have very siniliar issues. You said he was not very happy with this decision so IM assuming his lack of interest is because he is still mad ghastly you went through with it. It sounds like he wants it robbery behind you and he wants to move on. But for him to offer extra hop or be interested would mean he supports your decision and he is happy with it. I if he is like my husband which in assuming he is. He is blaming you fir his anger and lack of interest because u made this decision and he was not fir it and because u went ahead it changed his life and he had no say.. it is very frustrating to live with someone like that. He is only seeing his side of it. Insure there are si many things about him thar u love or u would not have committed to 15 years. You might have to lay the cards on the table and say. I know u were not happy with mu decision to do this but i expect your support. If i ask for your help its because i need it physically and mentally. I need to know you'll be there for. Me no matter what. If that is something u can not do than we will go our separate ways. U have hurt me by not supporting me and NY decision. I am not suposed to be alone in this relationship. This will be hard for you. I know my husband depends in which way the wind is blowing either he will feel bad or become defensive. IM praying for you. It sounds like u are having a tough time. This surgery is emotionally drawing and u throw in family problems. Have no support and a seroma. Whatever u decide there is no wrong decision.
May 12, 2012
OMG spelling errors. This spell checker is theworst. Extra help not hop. Put behind not robbery behind
May 12, 2012
Oh and i wanted to add. I understand what u mean about ye is the sane as before. The difference is you are vulnerable and have expectations. The problem with expecting is usually that is followed by dissappointment. I just don't think he knows how to give u the kind of atttention u need. I know because i have one just like him.
May 12, 2012
Isn't it odd to make life or death decisions in your work, but turn to mush when a loved one withholds support? We women are a real enigma, aren't we?
May 12, 2012
Lol Candy, I was able to figure out what you meant. And we have actually had that conversation, I wish I could remember how many times in the past. Things change for a few days or week, and then go back to normal. I'm sorry you have to deal with the same kind of issues, but it's nice to know someone else understands my frustration.
May 12, 2012
Yes, it's like I can lay it all out for other people, black and white, Choice A or Choice B, live or die. I'm not saying I don't care or don't have compassion but I need to be objective and make myself understood, quickly, at work. Yet I'll tolerate uncertainty and ambiguity in my personal life, like I don't deserve better. I keep thinking, if a friend was telling me all this about her own life, I would be helping her pack!!!
May 12, 2012
airbus..your current relationship sounds like the one I had for ten years with my ex husband. He was narcissistic, selfish, and a total jerk. I could have been dying, and he did not care enough to ask me if I wanted something to drink, if I was okay, or even just provide a hug when I needed it. I lived with him for ten years! To tell you the truth he was a total burden and did not offer anything useful to me. I feel so blessed we did not have children. It was always up/and mostly down. When it was down and I tried to talk with him, he wouldn't even disagree/agree...but when it got bad, he made promises that lasted three weeks and he was back to his selfish way. He did have issues and I always thought that with my love and feedback he would get it...after 10 years it just got worst. He got more into himself..distant.. and cared less. Partly it was my fault because I let him treat me that way. When I left him...I had felt so alone for so long and had been hurt so many times by him...it was a burden lifted when I moved out. I met my wonderful husband that I could not live without (never felt that way for my ex)..and had two children, unplanned but a blessing. There is a plan for you out there...for sure. Nobody deserves to be treated that way. All women deserve someone to care for them (because we all need it sometimes), to show love, compassion, and know that when push comes to shove, you can count on them and you feel safe within the relationship. I hope you are strong in whatever you decide & know that you are a very important, strong, and wonderful woman who deserves the best!
May 13, 2012
Jamby I'm so glad you have someone now that treats you the way you deserve to be treated. It always is inspiring to hear from other people who have been in a similar situation and have gotten out of it to find something better. Thank you so much for posting your story.
May 13, 2012
I have read your review and have been thinking about you for many days. I have never commented on your blog so I didn't feel right chiming in about your relationship as I do not know you or your SO but I feel a kinship because my husband works in the ER. He is a NP at a very busy and understaffed hospital and while not a physician, still has the same dreadful schedule and hours, you know the drill, the p.m. shifts, holidays and all. Anyhow, I understand how this can lend to stress in a relationship, I assume your SO is a doc as well although it doesn't matter. There is no excuse for his lack of "interest" in your healing. I agree with you, you are getting a good look at who he really is. Will he be there for you down the road if you ever get sick?
You know how crappy the ER schedule is yet my husband took 3 weeks off ( although we do have small children so I needed help with the kids) and did so much for me. Emptied my drains each and every time (they really grossed me out), etc. I say this not to upset you but to let you know there are great guys out there. I know how hard it can be to leave a situation. I was married before for 8 yrs, no kids and the end of that marriage was very difficult but he was a selfish man and although very painful at the time, the best thing that could have happened to me. But I had a great job and knew I could take care of myself just as you do and can. I hope when you are totally healed you will reflect on what your SO has shown you about himself. While he may not be a wicked prick, he is not involved in your life and life is too short to settle for anything less. I felt alone in my first marriage and decided being alone for real would be better. I later met the most remarkable man with the most tender heart (who also happens to be super good looking, I don't know how I landed this guy ;) Anyhow, I hope you didn't mind me sticking my nose where it has no business but I think you can feel the support here and we all hope you find it in your own life.
You know how crappy the ER schedule is yet my husband took 3 weeks off ( although we do have small children so I needed help with the kids) and did so much for me. Emptied my drains each and every time (they really grossed me out), etc. I say this not to upset you but to let you know there are great guys out there. I know how hard it can be to leave a situation. I was married before for 8 yrs, no kids and the end of that marriage was very difficult but he was a selfish man and although very painful at the time, the best thing that could have happened to me. But I had a great job and knew I could take care of myself just as you do and can. I hope when you are totally healed you will reflect on what your SO has shown you about himself. While he may not be a wicked prick, he is not involved in your life and life is too short to settle for anything less. I felt alone in my first marriage and decided being alone for real would be better. I later met the most remarkable man with the most tender heart (who also happens to be super good looking, I don't know how I landed this guy ;) Anyhow, I hope you didn't mind me sticking my nose where it has no business but I think you can feel the support here and we all hope you find it in your own life.
May 13, 2012
New mom has a valid pt will he be there if u are sick?. My husband definitely would. He was there for me for this. However if i compared it to how other men oils be or what i thought i would be completely upset miserable. I did not expect him to be overly attentive. He did extra and thats it. I wad happy with thst. But i will tell u if i went and had surgery and he did not agree. He would be cold and mean to me. I hope u figure out what u needand really want. You deserve the absolute best. Only you know how you really dwell. Maybe this surgery brought out emotions you akredy had.. or maybe you are in a very emotional state and Cabot deal with the usual. If the answer is no to that one question will he take care if you when u are really sick and old. Then u should leave. I will tell you in his mind this doesn't count as sick.
May 13, 2012
I'm not offended at all, I appreciate everything you wrote. That is so kind of your husband to take all that time off of work. And believe me, I know what NPs do, it is no different than what I do except they feet paid less and get less credit for their hard work. I feel like my SO doesn't think this surgery was necessary and isn't serious because it isn't life threatening... I have felt this way before when I have been ill. I know what I need to do and as soon as I'm strong enough, I'll do it. Thank you SO MUCH for posting.
May 13, 2012
Candy I know exactly what you are saying, I goes I felt like he would step up and he didn't, maybe he didn't know what I was needing from him but then I made it pretty clear and he seems to forget from day to day. Of course now I need much less help but I am disappointed I think.
May 13, 2012
I replied to this post but somehow it got placed further down. Anyway thank you for posting this, I appreciate your input. This and my family have been the worst part of this surgery - and that shouldn't be the case!
May 14, 2012
I know what u mean. Soon u will be completely healed and u can turn the page and start a new chapter. I try to keep toxic people out of my life. Including family
May 15, 2012
Yes Candy you are right and I am actually beginning to make some plans to that end. Things don't change, we have to change them and that's what I'm beginning to do.
I do have toxic people in my family and have that pretty well under control. I did lose a family member recently who was very young and it was unexpected. My family is close and relies on me quite a bit for guidance in anything medical or decisions being made, that sort of thing, but we are all starting to get back to some kind of normal.
I do have toxic people in my family and have that pretty well under control. I did lose a family member recently who was very young and it was unexpected. My family is close and relies on me quite a bit for guidance in anything medical or decisions being made, that sort of thing, but we are all starting to get back to some kind of normal.
May 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss . My advice to you is not to make any huge decisions. You are healing both physically and emotionally. Give yourself the time u need. Your so may be feeling overwhelemed too with every thing that's going on.. his way if dealing may just to shut down and go through the motions. The little changes he makes after u have a talk maybe all he can do.we can not change people only how we react to them. I also try to look at my part. Am i communicating or expecting. Am i the victims or just feeling sorry fir my self . I am praying for u thru this tough time
May 15, 2012
I'm sorry to but into this conversation - but it popped up in my mailbox and it hit like a ton of bricks! My husband and I explode under pressure, he has NEVER been there for me when I needed him the most (he says he doesn't know what to do or say) so he says and does little! I am determined to have these procedures to help myself - he said "I like your big boobs, I hope you don't loose them" Almost like a threat, I know that he will NOT be there for me when I get them reduced and lifted, it will be a rough go that I know, but as long as I know this before hand I can get my support system from my "girls" my best girlfriends who have always been there for me! It's hard to get the MOST toxic person out of our lives! To tell you the truth, I hope that as soon as I've healed I can call an end to this "union" I hope this makes me more confident that I can move on - alone! Alone as in single, as I've been a couple for 25 years but still consider myself ALONE - at that alone is the saddest of them all isn't it?
May 16, 2012
I am so sorry for you Bambi. I am praying for great results and fir strentgth to get through the surgery. I hope it gives u the confidence u need to make the best decision fir u.
May 17, 2012
Bambi don't apologize, you're not butting in, that's what these blogs are for I think, just to vent and to discover people feel the same way we do. I really try to maintain a positive attitude. Sometimes it's easier than others...
I have been doing nice things for myself and trying to get back into exercising a little bit. I did a lot of yoga before this surgery and it's hard to do anything that bends my back at all. I have been doing light cardio, basically walking and easy elliptical, 15 minutes max.
I have been doing nice things for myself and trying to get back into exercising a little bit. I did a lot of yoga before this surgery and it's hard to do anything that bends my back at all. I have been doing light cardio, basically walking and easy elliptical, 15 minutes max.
UPDATED FROM airbus320
26 days post
Postop day 25 I have had the seroma for about 9...
Postop day 25 I have had the seroma for about 9 days, drained 10 cc from it yesterday. I really didn't think I had that much fluid in there, it didn't look like as much as when I first got it. The area of my incision that opened up is healing so slowly. A tiny little bit everyday. BB looks much better. I have tried to take pics of the open area and my belly button but they just don't show up that well.
I have tried to stay off RS because it's so easy to get wrapped up, I could easily spend hours on here. But everybody has a different experience and it is so helpful to know I'm not alone.
My routine consists of moving from the bed to the big chair in the living room for most of the day, reclined with feet up. Of course, shower daily and that is the only time I am out of the CG/ binder. After shower I put Aquaphor on the incision and at the BB, use nonstick dressing over it. The rest of my incision (except for the very middle) is closed. Doc is not ready for me to use silicone strips until the whole thing is closed so I thought, well I'll put Bio-Oil on the outer edges of it. It itched like crazy all night and I had little areas of peeling skin the next morning. So, Aquaphor only! I may try the Bio-Oil again later. All day I read, watch a movie, do some education for work, get up every hour and do a little laundry, maybe some dishes. I am not complaining because I am lucky that I can stay home and heal. In the morning my abdomen is so flat. In the evenings I am crazy swollen, it looks like a different person. I am going to measure the difference tonight and post it tomorrow.
I have three rotating garments, the one they put me in after surgery, which is a little bit too big but is okay with the binder over it, one I got from Leonisa which OMG is so tight, and a Spanx that has a straps over the shoulder that I can wear with any bra. I'm ordering another one of the Spanx today just like the one I have because I love it - it has seams down the sides but none in the middle so it is not as irritating.
Technically I have one more full week off of work but I will probably take two more weeks off in addition. If I ever want to get rid of this seroma I can't be up and down on my feet for 12 hours at a shot. I'm also worried about the crazy stuff I'm exposed to at work, the last thing I need is to get sick on top of this.
I have tried to stay off RS because it's so easy to get wrapped up, I could easily spend hours on here. But everybody has a different experience and it is so helpful to know I'm not alone.
My routine consists of moving from the bed to the big chair in the living room for most of the day, reclined with feet up. Of course, shower daily and that is the only time I am out of the CG/ binder. After shower I put Aquaphor on the incision and at the BB, use nonstick dressing over it. The rest of my incision (except for the very middle) is closed. Doc is not ready for me to use silicone strips until the whole thing is closed so I thought, well I'll put Bio-Oil on the outer edges of it. It itched like crazy all night and I had little areas of peeling skin the next morning. So, Aquaphor only! I may try the Bio-Oil again later. All day I read, watch a movie, do some education for work, get up every hour and do a little laundry, maybe some dishes. I am not complaining because I am lucky that I can stay home and heal. In the morning my abdomen is so flat. In the evenings I am crazy swollen, it looks like a different person. I am going to measure the difference tonight and post it tomorrow.
I have three rotating garments, the one they put me in after surgery, which is a little bit too big but is okay with the binder over it, one I got from Leonisa which OMG is so tight, and a Spanx that has a straps over the shoulder that I can wear with any bra. I'm ordering another one of the Spanx today just like the one I have because I love it - it has seams down the sides but none in the middle so it is not as irritating.
Technically I have one more full week off of work but I will probably take two more weeks off in addition. If I ever want to get rid of this seroma I can't be up and down on my feet for 12 hours at a shot. I'm also worried about the crazy stuff I'm exposed to at work, the last thing I need is to get sick on top of this.
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April 24, 2012
U r very smart to stay home. I can't do too much eithe. ri went to mall to buy some thing to wear. O guess the hard floor after 10 min i felt like my incision was going to rip open. I have definitely learned to relax. I hope you seroma goes away soon.
April 25, 2012
Thanks Candy. I have just been wearing dress, like t-shirt dresses. Of course I think you're in New York so you probably need something warmer!
April 25, 2012
Sounds like you are doing the right thing for your body and taking it easy. Enjoy laying around and watching TV all day. I sure miss those days. Happy Healing!
April 25, 2012
Lol, I am really trying to appreciate it. I wonder if I did too much the fist tfew days and even asked the surgeon and he said "You could have done everything absolutely right and still gotten a seroma" so that made me feel better. He also said a seroma is better than a DVT or pneumonia, he would rather have me move too much and get a seroma.
April 25, 2012
So... durned if ya do and durned if ya don't? Good to hear, would have been depressing to find out otherwise. ;) Agree with PS, though: Seroma > DVT/pneumonia. Still, darn bodies. Why don't they listen? :)
Glad the healing is continuing, better than the alternative. :)
Glad the healing is continuing, better than the alternative. :)
April 26, 2012
I know, right? Well, going into this I knew the whole "take it easy during recovery" thing just wasn't going to fly. I don't take anything easy.
So Amber (Bejewelme) will kill me if she reads this lol, I tried today to lift 2 (you read that right, two) pound weights while sitting around otherwise doing nothing. I could feel the tension in my abs... I think it's because I'm so used to various trainers throughout my life telling me "contract your ABS. Stick your butt OUT. Arch your BACK. Lift with your LEGS." in sort of that drill-sergeant tone of voice. Maybe if I had sloppy form I could lift weights and only use my arms? Lol. I literally did two or three reps of four exercises, just because I can no longer locate any of the muscles in my upper arms. I think deltoids is a kind of mints.
So Amber (Bejewelme) will kill me if she reads this lol, I tried today to lift 2 (you read that right, two) pound weights while sitting around otherwise doing nothing. I could feel the tension in my abs... I think it's because I'm so used to various trainers throughout my life telling me "contract your ABS. Stick your butt OUT. Arch your BACK. Lift with your LEGS." in sort of that drill-sergeant tone of voice. Maybe if I had sloppy form I could lift weights and only use my arms? Lol. I literally did two or three reps of four exercises, just because I can no longer locate any of the muscles in my upper arms. I think deltoids is a kind of mints.
April 28, 2012
lol... they come in chocolate-covered around Christmas-time don't they?
Yeah, I'm not sure how this relaxing the abs is going to work out. When I was in for the first consult they were taking pics and told me to relax, and it nauseated me to try. I've tried multiple times to do it since then, and it nauseates me every time. I have been sucking it in constantly for so long that "letting it all hang out" must only happen when I sleep. I just *can't* unclench those muscles comfortably. This should be fun. :)
Yeah, I'm not sure how this relaxing the abs is going to work out. When I was in for the first consult they were taking pics and told me to relax, and it nauseated me to try. I've tried multiple times to do it since then, and it nauseates me every time. I have been sucking it in constantly for so long that "letting it all hang out" must only happen when I sleep. I just *can't* unclench those muscles comfortably. This should be fun. :)
April 29, 2012
I did the same thing at my consults! The docs said, ok, relax your muscles so I can see what's going on, and I said, that's as relaxed as they go. I had to put so much thought into *relaxing* them. I have noticed in the past that when I am lying down at night sometimes my abs are still pulled in, esp if I am lying on my side. I have been coin it for so many years I don't know any other way.
April 26, 2012
Hey airbus...what strips are you going to use on your scar? I am currently using BioOil on it and was thinking of Mederma in a couple of weeks. Just wondering what you are going to do. I hope you heal completely very soon. You are doing the right thing...taking it easy with yourself.
April 26, 2012
Jamby, I'm going to use what the surgeon gives me, I think the brand name is Rejuveness. So far I've been using only Aquaphor and it looks pretty good. With this seroma I don't want to be out of the compression garment long enough to take pictures!
April 27, 2012
Soon enough you will be able to walk around in your tiny lil' bikini and look amazing. I am glad you are giving yourself the time to heal and get better. You are very, very smart.
April 29, 2012
U look awesome girl...I love ur results....super flat!!!!! Congrats on ur New flat tummy and happy healing!!!!
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