35 Year Old Mom of 2 Ready to Be Nipped and Tucked! - Houston, TX

Thank you so much!! Dr. Steely is a miracle worker! =)

Thank you so much! Lots of water!!! I don't use vitamins (other than what's in my Spark drink mix by AdvoCare). I'm trying to follow a Keto/low carb diet as much as possible! (Keeping carb intake at or below 25g). I'm doing 30 minutes of cardio on my elliptical everyday (just got released to run outdoors, but haven't yet--TX heat is unreal!)

Ohhhh, I love Spark! Ok, tons of water and less carbs. I'm a vegetarian so always eating too many carbs :( When did you start back on the elliptical? I'm getting a BL/slight reduction with flank lipo in September and then TT with MR and hip lipo in November. Absolutely can not wait! I'm nervous about the surgery but following journeys like your on RS gives me the courage and excitement to go forward! Wahooooo!!

I was released to do the elliptical at week 4....just had to wear tight sports bra and compression shorts. And this site is what got me through the first 10 days!! Just keep in mind that the light at the end of the tunnel gets brighter everyday!!! =)

Great advice - thank you! I'm sure your positive attitude helped with your healing!

Ok, last question of the day - promise! Did you tell your kids? I struggling with fibbing to them and saying I hurt my back and telling the truth. I have 10 year old twin girls and I'm always trying to build their self confidence. Be yourself and love yourself for who you are, ect. I know these procedures are going to greatly improve my quality of life - both mentally and physically but want to be a good healthy best role model for my girls. Thank you for any words of wisdom!

Yes definitely!!

Sorry, my yes definitely reply was in response to the positive attitude comment.
My oldest is 9, and I was very open and honest with her about what happens to women's bodies after childbirth. She has seen me go from a fitness trainer (before her sister was conceived) to what you see in my before pics. I told her that I wanted to be strong and healthy again, and my body had been stretched out. Lol! She saw me working out everyday and I told her that my procedures would make it easier for me to continue working out the way I did before. We use words like "strong and healthy" instead of skinny. She is naturally long and lean, but has already heard other girls (4th grade) talking about how "fat" they are. It's a fine line to walk, but one that I absolutely encourage every mother doing this to speak openly about it with daughters especially. She knows "Mommy just wanted to be healthy again" and she sees the confident me again. Hope that helps!! =)

Another great answer. You are and kind as your results are amazing. Thank you for taking the time for such a thoughtful response!

You are so sweet and more than welcome! Happy to help!! Can't wait to follow your journey!! =)

You are so sweet! Thank you! I did a lot of research to find the best doctor, and Dr. Steely exceeded my highest expectations! I feel so blessed to have found him and his incredible staff. Best wishes on your future procedure!! I would definitely recommend using this site to seek out any former patients from the PS you decide to go with. =)

I had lipo on my lower back and flanks....I didn't have anything done to my lower body, though I wish I could've!! Lol! I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair. And thank you for the compliment!! It is well worth it!! =)

You look amazing

Thank you so much!!!

The first few days are rough....walking, standing, etc. I had to hold onto the bathroom counter if I was up for very long. My back hurt a lot from being bent over those first few days. A walker would've been useful, but I didn't have anything. You basically only sleep and walk to the bathroom the first few days. Lol! But changing the bandages after showering takes a while, and a walker may be worth it.

It's seriously crazy what he was able to do!!!

Yes I had the muscle repair too! I'm 8 weeks post op (officially) tomorrow. I can now do it all at the gym! Best of luck!!

Thanks for your reply - hoping I can heal as fast as you did. Bravo!!

Thank you so much! =)

Awww thanks! I will work on that! =)

I just booked a trip to Houston to see Dr. Steely, because of your results.

That is so awesome!! He just asked me yesterday if he could use my photos!! I said yes! If it helps anyone feel confident in choosing a PS, I will put my name and body behind his work! My name is Jessi, if you want to reference it specifically or use this site. =)

That is so sweet of you! Thank you!! =)

The best I have ever seen to be honest!

Dr. Steely is amazing!! And thank you so much!

Thanks!

I was at first....and I'll admit, "running" on the elliptical was a little uncomfortable on my tt scar area, but only the left side lol! It wasn't painful, but I just felt it....ya know? It was funny to watch my chest just move side to side, as opposed to up and down! Lol!! Huge improvement in the comfort level of running already!!!
Lifting has been fine, though I'm only cleared for light weights. So I've been using 8lb Dumbbells...nothing feels weird or hurts. (Yay!) Just wanting the rest of my body to match my torso!! =)

Thank you!!! I'm so glad I did it!!! =)

To be up comfortably, it was around days 6 and 7. Around 2 weeks was when I could stand up straight.

Thank you!! Dr. Steely is the best!! =)