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Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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6 1/2 weeks PO

Sorry, I meant to post new pics, and update at 6 weeks, but just got busy. So it appears that I entered a new phase at 6 weeks PO...the swelling in the afternoon phase! I'm sure the heat isn't helping either. I've been walking on the treadmill twice a day for 30 mins each time, and getting at (or above) 10,000 steps in a day. I'm also doing bicep curls and tricep kickbacks. My PS said to start slow...no elliptical or bicycle til 8 weeks...no push-up's or ab work for at least 3 months. Tomorrow I fly for the first time...it ought to be interesting trying to make my connection in ATL. I'm walking upright almost entirely...sometimes I'm a little stiff and hunched over after sitting for a while. My healing seems to be "textbook" to this point. It has been a much longer, more involved recovery than I imagined in my head. My body is not where I want it to be yet, but it's getting better all the time...I actually kinda like myself in a bikini again. Please let me know if you have any questions...we're all here to help and support each other. : )

1 month!!! YAY!!!

So, it's hard to believe that it's already been a month! It's amazing how the body can change in a month, and how quickly it can heal. You've heard it before, the first 3-7 days are the worst, but it really does get better with each passing day. I'm still swollen...but improving. My boobs are not completely "dropped & fluffed", but are getting better. I'm getting stronger and feeling better with each passing day. I was given the OK to resume sexual activity (YAY!!!), and to walk on the treadmill (I have to wait another month for the elliptical, and 2 more months for push ups & ab work). I'm walking 80-90% upright, still sleeping in a reclined position. My scar is looking good; right now I'm just using organic coconut oil on my scars. Any questions from you girl whose surgeries are coming up?

3 weeks post op

Life is slowly returning to normal. Saturday I went out shopping with hubby for a few hours, I've been cooking again, and training clients again. I'm also still sleeping in the recliner, but trying to transition to our bed. I bought a new sports bra a VS this weekend, and also bought a Faja compressions garment. I can only wear it for a couple hours at a time because it digs into my leg creases so badly! Here are some updates photos. My tummy is still a little swollen, but improving, and my boobs seem like they are beginning to drop & fluff a little. Happy healing ladies, and thank you all so much for sharing your journey's...you are inspiration and motivation!!! Hugs!

Provider Review

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
7035 Southpoint Pkwy. S., Jacksonville, Florida
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My experience thus far with Dr. Doolabh, her staff, and her office, has been extremely pleasant. Dr. Doolabh has such a calming, compassionate, knowledgeable presence. Her entire staff exudes patience and professionalism. These are the reasons that I choose Dr. Doolabh to perform my Mommy Makeover on 5/2/16.