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A Thigh Lift for my 40th Birthday! - Guadalajara, Mexico
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After getting a tummy tuck in 2014, I knew I would...
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After getting a tummy tuck in 2014, I knew I would have to get other areas "fixed" after losing a third of my body weight. I was going to work on my arms next, but decided my thighs were the biggest priority after the bulges set off the security scanner at the airport!
As I lose weight and tone, my thighs have gotten bigger and bigger in the front. I wear a faja every day to keep my thighs under control so I can wear my clothes. I haven't worn shorts since I lost weight.
I was going to have the procedure done here in Atlanta or in Miami, but decided to go back to my surgeon in Guadalajara, Mexico. I want him to look at my abdomen since I still swell after intense workouts.
I am nervous about the procedure but very excited.
I am not looking for perfection, but improvement. I turn 40 the day before the procedure and I can't think of a better gift for myself.
I am hoping the scars won't be so bad and that there is no seroma or labia distortion.
Now that I can see my vagina (which I couldn't before the tummy tuck) I want it to stay perfect!
My surgery is next week and I will keep you posted!
As I lose weight and tone, my thighs have gotten bigger and bigger in the front. I wear a faja every day to keep my thighs under control so I can wear my clothes. I haven't worn shorts since I lost weight.
I was going to have the procedure done here in Atlanta or in Miami, but decided to go back to my surgeon in Guadalajara, Mexico. I want him to look at my abdomen since I still swell after intense workouts.
I am nervous about the procedure but very excited.
I am not looking for perfection, but improvement. I turn 40 the day before the procedure and I can't think of a better gift for myself.
I am hoping the scars won't be so bad and that there is no seroma or labia distortion.
Now that I can see my vagina (which I couldn't before the tummy tuck) I want it to stay perfect!
My surgery is next week and I will keep you posted!
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August 5, 2015
How much will it cost?
August 5, 2015
I send good wishes to you. You are brave and I hope this brings you to what you are looking for:)
August 10, 2015
No problem!
You posted on the 4th and today is the 10th so I think this is surgery day. I hope all went well. I know after my last surgery I was sleeping a lot for at least 3 or 4 days, and mine was nothing like yours. Get your rest and keep your spirits up. I hope you have a fabulous caregiver:) Stay strong!
You posted on the 4th and today is the 10th so I think this is surgery day. I hope all went well. I know after my last surgery I was sleeping a lot for at least 3 or 4 days, and mine was nothing like yours. Get your rest and keep your spirits up. I hope you have a fabulous caregiver:) Stay strong!
August 11, 2015
Surgery is the 12th.. The day after my 40th (yikes!) birthday. I just got to Guadalajara and really can't wait to get it done
August 13, 2015
Happy Belated Birthday!
I am happy to hear all went well. I have been thinking about you,
I hope your journey is going well.
I am happy to hear all went well. I have been thinking about you,
I hope your journey is going well.
August 6, 2015
I had a tummy tuck & BL/BA back in April 2012. I just had medial thigh lift and a full arm lift recently on July 10, 2015. I must tell you that my arm lift/ medial thigh lift surgery has been much harder on me than my previous surgery in 2012. Good luck to you.
August 8, 2015
Oh wow. I was hoping that wasn't going to be the case. The Tummy tuck was torture. How is your healing going?
August 9, 2015
I just made 4 weeks post-op. My incisions are healing pretty nicely so I guess am doing pretty good. But I still cannot lift my arms and have limited mobility. With regards to my medial thigh lift, i wear maxi dresses and no underwear because I am so uncomfortable with the underwear rubbing against my incisions. I'm hopeful things will get better.
August 9, 2015
Are there any items that are a must have for the thigh lift? I bought a go girl pee spout and some boy shorts. In retrospect I probably should have gotten a larger size.
August 9, 2015
I truly hope your recovery gets better! I can't imagine getting my arms and legs done at once
August 9, 2015
Was it done in the states or in Mexico? I heard the pain in MX isn't as bad as the U.S. Because they let you stay in the hospital over night
August 9, 2015
Hi there,
You may want to check out this list of supplies needed after a tummy tuck. Although not the same procedure, many of these items are must-haves for any procedure.
Best of luck to you.
August 11, 2015
I wish I had thought about getting a female urinal before my surgery. I'm sure it would have helped me lol. But I managed without it. I agree that you should get a larger size boy shorts as my normal size boyshorts bother me... therefore I go commando.
August 11, 2015
My tummy tuck was done in Mexico... Same doctor who is performing the thigh lift. I did stay at a fabulous hospital overnight and will do so again. It's all included. Check out my tummy tuck review to see the hospital. I've stayed in 5 star hotels that weren't as clean or as nice.
August 11, 2015
And of course my Gail I meant Gina! :) sorry... New glasses are making me forget how to read
UPDATED FROM WorkoutBeast
1 day post
On the other side
My surgeon decided to do my surgery a day earlier than planned (on my actually birthday, august 11) and I said ok. It was late, probably after 7pm, but I'm out of the hospital and recovering.
Making sure to keep the incisions dry and not stretching the wound is key.
I also had him finish the lipo on my belly since my hemoglobin was too low to do it last time.
He took 800 grams of fat and skin from each thigh! The scar is only 8 cm vertical... not easily seen if i am not naked or in a swimsuit and one in each groin area, SO much better than my puffed up thighs setting off security at the airport (yes.. that really happened!)
I am achy and my vagina is super puffy but he says there won't be any permanent labia distortion I can;t wait to shower on sunday!!
I was a 2xl garment the last time I saw him, and now a large. What a difference 18 months makes!
I'll take pictures when I take the garment off.
Making sure to keep the incisions dry and not stretching the wound is key.
I also had him finish the lipo on my belly since my hemoglobin was too low to do it last time.
He took 800 grams of fat and skin from each thigh! The scar is only 8 cm vertical... not easily seen if i am not naked or in a swimsuit and one in each groin area, SO much better than my puffed up thighs setting off security at the airport (yes.. that really happened!)
I am achy and my vagina is super puffy but he says there won't be any permanent labia distortion I can;t wait to shower on sunday!!
I was a 2xl garment the last time I saw him, and now a large. What a difference 18 months makes!
I'll take pictures when I take the garment off.
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August 13, 2015
It sounds like all went well. I know your surgery will be a tremendous improvement. Take care and rest. Thanks for sharing and God Bless..
August 14, 2015
Thank you! I feel pretty good. I am actually a little afraid at how little pain and discomfort I have ... like maybe I did something wrong to my sutures and that's why nothing hurts. That's crazy right?
August 14, 2015
Tummy tuck looks good, when will u post pic of thigh lift?
August 15, 2015
I still have on my compression garment and can't take it off to showe until Sunday.
August 23, 2015
Hi, can you tell me of your experience, Im having a thigh lift in December, abit nervous.
August 31, 2015
Hi Kim! I am going to update my page in a moment with all the latest details.
August 27, 2015
I can relate, I had a tummy tuck and they removed 12 inches of skin! I'm feeling and looking great ,it's been a few years and I want my thighs done as well. My surgeons staff continues to talk me out of it, however, I'm thinking of going on with the surgery as well. Saving money for it now. Initially, I lost 107lbs ,without surgery, and I needed to feel the total reward. I'm a little nervous about the scars, I'm 51 ,and like to show my legs now and then, so we'll see. Please take care and can't wait to see the pictures.
August 31, 2015
Why are your surgeons talking you out of it? I have to be honest, this recovery is much harder than the tummy tuck. As of today, I am regretting it. I hope after everything heals, I will be happy.
UPDATED FROM WorkoutBeast
2 days post
Swelling sucks!
I can't wait until Sunday when I can take off my garment and shower!! I'm so swollen though, I might not be able to get the garment back on.
My thighs feel twice as big as before but I know they will reduce. I'm still very happy I did this and can't wait to see the results :)
Off to drink more water and eat more pineapple.
My thighs feel twice as big as before but I know they will reduce. I'm still very happy I did this and can't wait to see the results :)
Off to drink more water and eat more pineapple.
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August 15, 2015
Great to hear that all went well with the surgery. I will be following your recovery and wish you well.
August 15, 2015
They already look great. It sounds like your feeling well.
I can't wait to see the final results as well!
I can't wait to see the final results as well!
August 15, 2015
Looking good already. Hoping with you for great results. That pineapple really does help with the swelling. It also helps to add cucumber and vanilla extract to the smoothie or just eat them.
August 19, 2015
Yes, the pineapple does help. I have beeb eating cucumbers too. I should probably start adding cinnamon as well.
August 23, 2015
hi, can you tell me of your experiences, as Im having a thigh lift in December, Im abit nervous, but excited aswell.
Please keep us posted on your progress. Will anyone be going with you to Mexico?