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Joined the Ranks of the Tummy Tuckers : 16 weeks PO

UPDATED FROM Robyn in Sunny SA
4 months post

The updates are getting further and further apart....

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Robyn in Sunny SANovember 1, 2011
WORTH IT$6,300
The updates are getting further and further apart. I am doing great, scar still itches like mad and is still quite red. Still wearing my binder most days but have stopped sleeping in it. Did a cycle race last weekend and had lots of fun. Feeling confident and happy. I have been a bad girl as far as my diet and exercise is concerned so my hips are still feeling fat but I know its not from surgery failure, its because I am not eating properly. I love my wine too much and I am living life to the full. Our summer is taking its time so haven't really been out in a bikini yet. I will post some pics soon but I reckon I looked better at 9 days Post Op LOL !!! Really need a kick up the jack to get going ......... Haven't spent all this money just to put all the rolls back on my belly !!! Ahoy till next time x

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Please note that my surgery was done in a Private Hospital. I had 2 consults prior to surgery with my surgeon where I was fully informed of the procedure, risks etc. I never saw my surgeon on the day of surgery until I was wheeled into theatre and was checked on by her once a day post op as is the norm here in South Africa. The staff at the hospital do all the post operative care and they were brilliant. My surgeon has given me her contact number should I have any problems or questions but 3 days post op I have not had the need to contact her. I will see her again on Monday for dressing changes etc. I found her extremely approachable and professional in every way and she is highly respected in my area. The price of private hospital care here in South Africa is very expensive and I would say that the Theatre and Hospital fees cover the bulk of the total cost. Fortunately I did not spend as much time as predicted in theatre so the total cost would be around $6200 for the TT and Lipo.

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BellaBelly
November 1, 2011
Glad to see your update and that you're doing well and "living life" to the fullest! I haven't had a drop of wine since 4 days before my surgery and I MISS IT! I plan on having a glass to celebrate my 6 week po visit!
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JoBibbi
November 1, 2011
Hey Robyn, glad to hear you're doing well!
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maof2
November 8, 2011
Hi Robyn, I am from South Africa Gauteng. I have 2 children aged 6 and 4. I am 2.5kg above my required weight which should be 65kg. I will be seing the 2nd PS on Thursday this week. I cannot wait, I had the lipo procedure in 2009 on my lower abdomen,thighs and hips. The results were good except for my abd. I went back to my PS after 6 months and he told me that women are just fine with that "pouch" and I should not be worried. This has been worrying me since then as I am NOT happy with the appearance of my stomach, it seperates into two folds when I am sitting and bulges on the side. This is realy affecting my self esteem and intimacy. Whenever hubby wants to play and cuddle up I move his hands away from my stomach as I feel so uncomfortable with him touching these "rolls" on my tummy. I made up my mind last year already to have a TT and lipo on my back and flanks but did not have the courage to see a PS as the previous one had told me not to worry about the "pouch". You look great hey!!
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maof2
November 26, 2011
Hi Robyn, I have just posted post op pics.....
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Robyn in Sunny SA
December 6, 2011
You are looking great Ma. I did post on your profile this morning :)
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One year still loving it
December 7, 2011
You have had great results as well. Looks great.
UPDATED FROM Robyn in Sunny SA
2 months post

Morning everyone. 10 weeks Post Op and feeling...

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Robyn in Sunny SASeptember 19, 2011
Morning everyone. 10 weeks Post Op and feeling great. Still wearing my binder and am now cycling and playing golf. My scar is very red and tender at the moment so I am still applying the Micropore Tape and massaging with Essentia A. I tried Bio Oil and it was stinging my skin and made the redness worse. I also found it very oily despite it saying it was not on the packaging. I am going to have laser to remove some of the pubic hair just below my scar as my hairline is much higher now than it was before. I am wondering if having laser so close to my scar will affect it in anyway and if it too soon to be exposing it to laser ??? I am having it done at my PS's office so I am sure they will advise me on that. Hope the rest of you are doing well ?? Seems those who had their procedures around the same time as me have also not updated lately ?!?!?

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BellaBelly
September 19, 2011
Robyn, can't believe you made it to 10 weeks...looking great!
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Anmarie...6th july
September 19, 2011
hi hun, you're looking fab. Can't believe how different you look in your jeans. You must be feeling wonderful. I won't be updating until after I see my PS at the end of the month. I've got too much on my mind to update and I don't want to depress everyone into having to read how i'm feeling. but I'll be updating at the end of next week once I've "had it out" with my PS.
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Robyn in Sunny SA
September 29, 2011
Anmarie, I just read your last two updates. Omgosh I am sorry you feel the way you do. Your symptoms do indicate some signs of "depression" - I hope you will chat to your PS about that too. Chin up girl and honestly, I think you look great, you have so much to be thankful for on the other hand, if you want more, then you must do what makes YOU happy. Stay strong and focus on the positive :)
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Healthynewfie
September 21, 2011
You look great....I too am back to normal routine but I swell after every run. I wear my binder when running but otherwise I am binder free.
UPDATED FROM Robyn in Sunny SA
1 month post

Jumped ahead of myself last week when I posted...

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Robyn in Sunny SAAugust 30, 2011
Jumped ahead of myself last week when I posted more pics. Those are actually 6 weeks post op and not 7 !!! So I am 7 weeks today. Nothing new to report, just madly scratching the itching ... feels really weird and numb still around my BB and trying to scratch an itch on the incision isn't easy... get funny shocks. I am still applying the Micropore tape but have started with a little Essentia A on my scars from the drains, just to see how they cope and whether there is any positive change. Doc said only to apply from 12 weeks PO ?? Are any of you applying scar treatment now around 7 weeks??

So tomorrow I am getting back on the golf course. A little nervous but even if I just get to hit a few balls and see how far I get. I am not into pushing myself too soon so will see how I go. Summer is approaching and it is 36 degrees today !!! Can't wait to get some colour on this body, I am lily white from the winter. Just wondering how I am going to sweat in this binder on the golf course 2moro !!! Will let you know ..... have a super day all

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Puggymom
September 16, 2011
Hi Robyn. Haven't commented for a while. Been struggling with the healing/pain. I just ordered that compression binder you show in yr pics. Hope I love it as much as you did. I tried a spanx I had and was in too much pain. This one seems higher so I hope that does it.

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