33 Years Old, 2 Kids, and 9 Years Overdue for This! - Lake Oswego, OR

So the doc said I could take the tape off today. I was worried about the scar, but I'm pretty impressed with it!! Peeling the tape off in the shower was a little nerve wrecking though!

Today was my first trip into town alone since the surgery. I discovered that none of my pants will fit over the binder. Luckily I have many jersey skirts with the fold down waist band that worked. I didn't expect my jeans or capris to fit, but in all honesty when they didn't, I had a slight depressed feeling. My mind said "flat stomach, clothes still don't fit right" even though I know that is not the case. I guess I'm really looking forward to getting the binder off and getting back to a normal life, so to speak. Everything is getting easier and I have a tiny bit of feeling back in some spots, but overall I'm still pretty numb. Honestly, I still can't believe I had the surgery, I look down and expect to see the huge roll but its gone. Still doesn't feel real yet I guess. Crazy day.

I'm so happy to have the drains gone! I can move so much better without worrying about them. I'm still getting tired fast, I'm home now and back to taking care of my two boys but they are being very helpful!! I have not one regret about this surgery, even though I'm still swollen and have very little feeling on my stomach, I already feel my self confidence rising!! I hope anyone who wants to have this done is able to!