43 Years Old 2 Boys Diastasis and Hernia Repair. TT w/flank lipo

September 23, 2017

Good luck on your journey! We are close in age and have kids that are the same ages. I’ll be following your story :) Good luck to you! You won’t regret this surgery. It’s life changing

September 24, 2017

Thank you so much..very nervous but also anxious to have it! Any wonderful advice?

September 24, 2017

Hmmmm.. I would say just the usual.. stock up on food for the next couple of weeks. It’s helped that I set up by “mini bunker” downstairs in our house. I stocked it with every outfit and necessity that I thought I might need. Thankfully I had help from my husband and daughter. Although they are the absolute best at taking care of me- they aren’t the best at finding things that aren’t right in front of them - bless their little hearts lol :) So having everything in one place was a life saver. I lined the bed with a mattress protector and chucks.. (I actually used doggy pee pads) they were cheaper- and really came in handy. Also.. I bought 2 body pillows from target..like $6 each. They were my everything!! From getting comfortable in the bed.. to laying/leaving in a good position on the couch. Let me know get concerns that you have, and I can too you what worked for me. Don’t worry!! Everything will work out fine for you too ;)

September 24, 2017

Omg the typos are insane.. :/. I meant *let me know what concerns that you have, and I’ll let you know what worked for me

September 24, 2017

Lol thanks...I almost feel like I am in denial...like it isn't really happening...of course that could have something to do with dad being on hospice so my surgery date could very well get yanked. I chose to go ahead and get all this done due to having to fix the hernias and I am driving myself crazy with nerves ...it's abad time I know but I am a full steam ahead kind of person lol

September 24, 2017

I completely understand wha you mean Fixin2change. I’m so sorry to hear about your father. He’s in my prayers. My grandfather passed away 2 weeks before my surgery.. and I had that moment of.. am I really going to do this right now?? But I’ve already arranged it with work and my husband/daughter.. it was a do it now.. or wait until the first of the year type of decision.. I’m glad that I decided to go ahead. I’m sure things will work out the way that they are suppose to for you. Trust in your surgeon and do as much as you can ahead of time.. everything is going to be ok

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20 days pre

6 to 8 inch diastasis gap!!

Fixin2changeSeptember 22, 2017

So..went for a follow up apt with general surgeon who attemptet to repair my hernia and found out there is 2 yes 2 hernias...one is tiny and other big AND my diastasis gap is 6 to 8 inches. What!!? Called my ps to make sure this is not a problem but he won't be back in until morning. Keep fingers crossed that this is no big deal to him

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September 26, 2017

Your gap will be no problem. I thought maybe I had a 3-5 inch muscle gap... but I will find out tomorrow at my post op appointment. I'll let you know. They said I broke his record of how far my muscles were separated and had to be sewn back. I wonder if you will break my record lol girl these babies can wreck havoc....

September 26, 2017

Lordy don't I know! The only reason I even know how far apart is because of the attempted hernia repair with laproscopic. Yes...let me know how far apart yours was. How is your incision looking?

September 27, 2017

I went in today and my PS said he repaired my muscles at 15 CM he said the max he had ever fixed was 12 CM. I can't really see my incision because it is covered in tape. And will be for two more weeks. But the doc said all seemed to look good today. I'll keep you posted.

September 28, 2017

Holy mackeral..you gotta be sore. I keep thinking of how far they have to pull mine back to and just cringe! Glad you are doing good and thanks for keeping me posted...keep up the good rest girlie!

September 28, 2017

I thought when they fixed the muscles that it would be tight tight.... but my ps said the muscle just easily goes back to where it should. He said he tried and it just went right over... girl it will make a difference in your rib cage... I had so many doctors look me over and thought that upper hunch on my belly was a fat pocket lmao come to find out it was just my guts... I feel so skinny right now!! Lmao hunched swollen and all!! Hugs

September 29, 2017

Well heck..you are skinny now! Your belly was the main problem! Little jealous that you are done and mine is looming ahead lol under 2 weeks now..thought I was nervous before...scared shitless now lol happy healing sweetie

September 29, 2017

Girl it's so normal to be nervous... I mean shoot I was trying to have anxiety attacks and everything lol!! Keep yourself busy doing things until our surgery like preparing... it sooooo helps omg!!! And it will be here before you know it!!! I'm so curious about your muscle gap now!!! Oh will have to keep me posted on that!! Hugs sweet lady!!!

20122014

December 31, 2017

Hey lovely ladies, sorry to jump on ur post. I have a 10-11 cm gap I have my op next year not sure when yet. Can u please tell me wot u did on the way up to ur pop, how are u recovering and how u felt before and just after ur pop please xx

January 3, 2018

Well..the mr for me was the most uncomfortable. .. just felt so tight. I am almost 3 months po and still tight but much much better. The first 24 is the worst but gets easier with each day. Be prepared for swelling starting at aprox 3 weeks and lasts forever lol still experiencing it everyday

20122014

January 3, 2018

Thank you for your reply, just results look amazing. Are u glad u had it done . I'm so scared I have 3 children 5,3 and 1 so really quite nervous and worried about the recover xx

UPDATED FROM Fixin2change

17 days pre

What To Buy? Supplies

Fixin2changeSeptember 24, 2017

Am wondering what all to buy that you all found helpful that the ps didn't tell you to get. I know me...I'll over prepare and get none of what I actually need lol

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Joyforlife

September 25, 2017

Baby wipes, toilet riser from Amazon, 100% cotton t shirts to put under the binder, and rent/borrow/buy an electric lift recliner. Start eating pineapple a week before surgery to help with swelling. Good luck!

September 25, 2017

Thank you...oh mercy the butterflies in my belly!

September 26, 2017

For me the shower chair was worth every penny!!! I bought mine on eBay and it was shipped right to my door. Milk of magnesia stool softener... I used it once and omg girl it's worth it. I haven't been in a recliner I am in my bed with two king size pillows and back rest pillow from walmart. A pillow under my knees and body pillows at my sides. I can position any thing I want to move and it's awesome being in my own bed this way. Oh and something I didn't count on was not being able to wipe my backside lmao lord girl it's hard to reach to wipe. I seen someone had some sort of a doohickey for that... I would get one had I known. I have been washing in antibacterial body soap too to help prevent after surgery infection. I got ensures to take in case I didn't feel like eating but needed to take a pain pill. Easy stuff... if I think of anything else I'll let you know... btw I got my body pillows on clearance at target for 4 bucks each lol some can't be in bed.... I love my bed!!!

September 26, 2017

Making my list and checking it twice lol

September 27, 2017

Hahaha it's so Christmas when our unwrapping your body!!! Wink wink

September 28, 2017

Lol nice

Motivatedme

September 29, 2017

You need a "go girl " device google it I ordered from amazon but they are sold in stores it's a small object that allows you to stand up and urinate over the toilet (like the guys lol) similar you are going to have to pee quite a lot 1st 2 days it's very helpful as it's going to hurt to bend (that was a life saver for me ) you I'll need your arnica pills for the bruising and a good garment that's it for me ...the go girl is a Must