Tummy Tuck in October- NEW PIC 24 days post op Harrisburg, PA
I am 42 and had two big babies 10 months apart...
I am 42 and had two big babies 10 months apart when I was 35 and 36. I was overweight and lost 65 pounds about a year ago. My stomach has always been my problem area. I considered a breast lift (I am a DDD cup and gravity has them less than perky) but decided that's too much surgery for now. I figure I can reevaluate things after the tummy tuck.
I went in for a consult about 2 weeks ago and am scheduled for surgery on April 12. I am excited and very nervous. I have never had any kind of surgery. I am a single mom who homeschools two first graders. My mom will be here to help afterwards but I am nervous about the recovery time possibly taking longer than anticipated.
The surgeon will be doing an extended tummy tuck with lipo and muscle repair. I will have a pain pump inserted for the muscles because he said that is the most painful part for most people. It costs and extra $200 but it sounds well worth it to me. But I am super excited to not have a big belly. I don't have any before pics yet but I will post some.
Ok I am posting two before pictures. I can't wait...
I am thinking about getting my upper arms and possibly my thighs done too. But as with my breasts, I will wait until after I see how the tummy surgery goes.
I have been slacking on my workouts over the past three months due to various reasons (or excuses). I had originally lost 85 ponds but put 20 back on. I can really see and feel a difference. I may try to lose it again before surgery.
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Welcome to RealSelf.
Congratulations on the weight loss. Â Now to finish up the tummy work. Â April is right around the corner but still gives you a little prep time. Â
You can always get the breasts done later so no worries about that. Â You will absolutely love having a flat and tight tummy. Â
Keep us up to date on your progress and please do post some pictures.
Well you know what we have all been here and posted our dreaded pictures. Â It's ok and before you know it you will be posting the flat tummy pictures. Â
You have some time before surgery but really focus on being healthy and strong. Â That will help you greatly in the recovery process. Â
I had a similar abdomen so check out my blog. I also had an extended TT. For me that meant cutting all the way around. Not sure what that means for you since all surgeons are different. I did have a hard time and took much longer to heal. I'm now 6 months PO and LOVE the results!
Good luck to you!
I just had to postpone my surgery until June 7. My...
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I am sorry to hear about your grandfather. Â That's sad...
Do what you need to do to help the family out right now. Â You will need to focus 100% on your recovery when the time comes. Â I also think it's great that you have a little more time to meet two more doctors. Choices are good!!
Keep us up to date on how the consults go.
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