Major set back, HELP Houston, TX
Hello, i'm 33 years old, i have 4 years old...
Hello, i'm 33 years old, i have 4 years old triplets (c-section), before that i had 2 surgeries done for ovarian border-line cancer, i feel like i have a freeway going through my stomach, my belly button is off, the left side of my tummy is higher than the right side. I have never been flat nor skinny but was very comfortable with how i looked and with my weight before all the surgeries and the kids.
I was 155 when i got married 7 years ago, i was 227 the day i gave birth a little over 4 years ago, since then it has been an on going struggle to lose weight, managed to lose some weight on and off, working out was near impossible with the kids, my weight stabilized at around 187, started dieting and working out when i decided to finally get TT done, i needed to commit and look forward to something, every time i lost weight i got more depressed because my stomach would be hanging out there, looking bigger than before (since everywhere else looked more toned), no one could tell i lost any weight, i knew i had to finally make up my mind and go for it.
I have chickened out few times before but this is it. I'm 170 right now and hoping to be around 160 on the day of my surgery on 3-19 (getting a TT and a lipo for the flanks area). I've been trying to do some reading to know what i might need to get prior to my surgery but i'm completely lost, any pointers would be greatly appreciated. My PS said she will be providing the girdle/binder to wear after the surgery, but I've been reading many comments about women buying their own, should i do that? Anything in particular? What else should i buy/get ready before the TT?
I am freaking out because i do have triplets, they are not in school yet and they are very attached to me, they are very affectionate and it kills me to think that i can't carry them and hold them tight for a while, but i do believe it is for the best for us all. Not ready to post my before pictures yet, hopefully i'll feel more comfortable soon. Good luck everyone :)
Mommy of triplets's provider
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No worries the kiddos will be fine. As long as mom is in the house they are happy. Give them little things to do like get you water, rub your feet and they will feel like little helpers.
Update- surgery is now on the 20th not the 19th....
My pre-op appointment is on March 7th :) Getting there, just hoping i can lose as much weight as i want by then!
Welcome to RealSelf.
Wow triplets you are a busy lady! I thinks it's amazing that you are doing this for yourself. You will feel like a new woman once you are all healed up. For now just focus on being healthy and strong. Doing so will help you in your recovery.
Make sure to have plenty of help lined up for the first couple of weeks. You won't want to be lifting the babies for a while. They will fine so don't worry about that. They are happy if mom is in the house with them.
Here is a link to a supply list and some more information for prep and recovery. Tummy Tuck Survival Guide.
I look forward to following your journey and seeing some before and after pictures.