Tummy Tuck in a Month.. What Do I Need to Know? -Hattiesburg, MS

I can't speak to you about the doctor, but I can help you with a list of things you will need afterward. First get some comfy clothes like sweatpants and such, get some Phillips stool softener, ( you REALLY don't want to strain having a BM) cook ahead and freeze some meals that you can heat and eat. If you don't have a recliner, rent one. You won't be able to sleep stretched out flat for a while or invest in a sleep pillow system, check the internet for one. Get some books, magazines or dvd's to read and watch. Most of all, relax abd take care of yourself! Good luck!

Sweet.... congrats on your weight lose! As you follow this site, you'll get loads of tips and will be well prepared before your surgery date. Personally, my top recommendations are to get: flex straws for drinking. a toilet riser, so you don't have to bend so low to reach potty. a plastic lawn chair to use for your showers (no baths for 8 wks). take 3 weeks off work. have 24/7 help for at least 3-4 days. shop ahead of time for all the basic household things you'll need. I chose to only tell my 2 daughters what I was doing. I didn't want to hear anyone's opinion or deal with jealousy or judgement. Hope that helps!

First... breathe, I was more than freaking out before my surgery and it really does all turn out fine!! You are going to be so happy with the results!! Second, the recovery is extensive but not at all unbearable, more inconvenient and uncomfortable. But you will need help for the first two weeks at least and as Delaware Daisy said, depending on your job, don't plan to return back to work before 3 weeks at the earliest. Third, this experience is different for everyone. Some people bounce back immediately, others take a long time. So no matter how much you read, your experience will be unique. The key is to stay positive and you will sail though the experience!!! Keep us posted!! :)

I am 11 days post TT w/lipo and finally able to stand up straight! Agree w/ all below...take at least 3 full weeks off of work. The 1st 4 days you will pretty much only get out of bed to pee. Then you'll start walking around more...be prepared for burning back pain for several days as you begin to start walking around. For me, that was the worst! I ditched my pain meds after day 2 bc I was nauseas/dry heaving even taking them w/food. Ice pack on my back on and off helped alot! You will feel really tight and numb for weeks post surg. I am wearing alot of comfy maxi dresses, scrubs pants and work out tops. I thought I'd be wearing yoga pants, but the waist is right where the incision is and drain was, so those were out for me. I also dug out my "maternity granny panties" mostly bc they are high waisted and I could pull them up over the drain and incision. Good luck!

Thank you all for the tips! I feel less anxious after reading all the posts I've read through out the forum. I am so ready to do this!!!