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TT 11/8/11 Finally seeing the results!! - Hinsdale, IL
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I'm a 41yr old mother of 3 (19,13 and 3). I...
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I'm a 41yr old mother of 3 (19,13 and 3). I lost 43lbs between April 2006 and February 2008, then I found out I was pregnant with my last and 3rd child (a boy). While I did manage to not gain much after giving birth, I still had the baby fat left and no matter how much I worked out it was budging. I went to have a mole removed from the bridge of my nose and saw the sign for Zerona Laser Liposuction. After completing my final treatment of the laser Dr. B said I would benefit from a TT. I discussed the procedure with my husband and then scheduled my procedure. I am greatly terrified but excited and I have seen great results on this site. I am so looking forward to finally having a flat tummy for the first time in 13yrs.
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October 26, 2011
Kimmers thank you for the welcome and I will definitely lay low for a while. My mother is coming to stay with us to help and I have informed my husband of what his duties will be while I'm down. He has also been instructed to take pictures for me so I can post them after.
This site has already been an amazing help with getting me through my fears of the surgery and now I am really looking forward to it. I am glad I found it.
This site has already been an amazing help with getting me through my fears of the surgery and now I am really looking forward to it. I am glad I found it.
October 27, 2011
Well we are really glad you are here and I know all of the ladies will support you through this:)
Keep posting!!
October 26, 2011
Yes the 8th is just around the corner. Thanks for sharing your story with us. I hope you jump over to the Nov forum we would love to have you join us through your journey. We are all here for you.
October 27, 2011
cwgrlup640, yes it is just around the corner and I am so excited but nervous too. I am especially nervous about the pain. Yes I would love to join your Nov forum. Where can I find?
October 27, 2011
Hey Philli70... We are in same week. Look forward to that week and my flatttt belly. Will continue to keep in touch while we go through our journey
October 27, 2011
Hey Peaches32, I am really looking forward to finally being able to actually wear a bikini without a coverup. Yes we will definitiely keep in touch.
October 27, 2011
Welcome Philli70, can't wait to read about your journey! November 8th will be here before you know it! I go for my pre-op on November 15th and I have my TT on December 15th...I'm counting down...
October 27, 2011
stephanielpn, my pre-op is tomorrow 10/28/11 and I got a call asking to move the surgery up to Nov 7th instead of the Nov 8th, I gladly agreed!! I am looking forward to postung my progress here. I cannot express how happy I am to have found this site.
October 28, 2011
moved up one day? Hey, that's even better! Now your countdown is even shorter! Looking forward to reading about your journey...;-)
October 31, 2011
Stepahine, yes it is even better!! I will keep you guys posted as much a I can. I already have my daughter loading her laptop for me.
UPDATED FROM Philli70
11 days pre
10/28/11 Pre-op appt today and everything went...
10/28/11 Pre-op appt today and everything went well. I am even more excited but as the time is drawing near I am getting nervous too. I made the mistake of watching video of a tummy tuck and got queasy, nevertheless I am still ready. My countdown is now in the single digits, 9 days and counting.
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October 28, 2011
Hey good luck on your surgery. I am 8 weeks post-op and lovingI
It despite all the swell hell I am going through. Make sure you get plenty of rest while your recovering and let others help you. As women I know we can sometimes be a bit stubborn. :) I wish you the best..
October 31, 2011
New Me, I am so glad to hear you are doing great and loving the new you. I can't wait!!
UPDATED FROM Philli70
8 days pre
Oct 31, 2011: 7 days and counting!! I a m really...
Oct 31, 2011: 7 days and counting!! I a m really nervous but only about the pain after the surgery. I opened my binder last night and was just wonder, if I am to wear it for 23 hours a day, just how do I go to the bath room with it on and what about the drains? If anyone can help me out please do.
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November 1, 2011
Good luck on your surgery!!! It's coming up pretty soon. The pain is not so bad afterwards. Everyone's pain tolerance is at a different level but I can tell you that from day one of my surgery which was a week ago , I've only been on extra strength Tylenol and I had my TT done Awake!!! Under just local anesthesia. You will be just fine. Once the first three days pass and the drains come out you will do better. I can tell you that I've mostly felt discomfort, achey , and tightness. All uncomfortable but no insane pain where I've had to be drugged up. Once again everyone is different and I will pray so that your pain is not a bad one. I will be sending healing prayers your way and smooth recovery. It's normal to be nervous. I was fine until the day before so your not alone. Good Luck!!!
November 1, 2011
I still can't get over that you had your surgery while awake. I just couldn't imagine that. After reading everyones post - I know to stay on top of the pain meds. I plan to totally relax and let them take care of me. (i hope) I think I'm going to go crazy being in the bed for a couple days. I can't remember the last time I've done that!
November 5, 2011
Hi, good luck on your surgery! Mine is scheduled for Nov. 10, so I'm just 2 days after you, :)
Welcome to RealSelf!
Oh my gosh November 8th will be here quickly!! Soon you will be looking down at a flat tummy and loving it! Good for you in doing this for yourself. I am glad you are here with us and know you will find some amazing support.
It's nice you have two older children to help with the little one for a while. You will need to rest and lay low for a while after surgery. So let them all wait on your and take care of you for a while. You will be back up before you know it.
Do you plan to take before and after pictures? It's not required but always nice for others to see your progress. Keep us up to date and let us all know how everything is going.