Tummy Tuck, Lipo on Flanks

So far so good. I am very pleased with thevresults. Dr. Hanabergh did a magnificent job. I am super excited about the finished product.

Ok, I'm 8 days post and I am feeling very swolllen but loving what I am seeing. Dr. Hanabergh did an exceptional job. He was very attentive to my physical and psychological needs during this process. I still can't believe that I can look down and see my whooha. LOL... I haven't been able to do that in years. Anyway, I completed my antibiotics. I only took the painkillers as needed (for the first three days), after that I have been taking tylenol for discomfort. There is still a lot of numbness in my abdominal area, which is to be expected. My back hurts like hell, but I use a heating pad on it to help ease the pain. I still can't stretch upright or lay flat, but am managing. I will be removing the drains myself today. I have everything I need (gloves, gauze, neosporine, sissors, and a marble). The marble is to stuff my new belly button. Well see how it goes... Will post again later.

Update: I rescheduled my sx date from July to December 15th. I was Dr. Hanabergh's first patient of the day for the TT. Thank goodness because it made the entire process more relaxing for me. I found that my blood pressure elevates at the sight of white coats. The anesthesiologist (Dr. Gomez) was so knowledgeable about his role in the operating room. I felt very comfortable with him placing me under. When I had awaken from the sx it was cold, but they placed a little heat under the blankets to keep warm. Sx was scheduled at 6:30am and I was out of there by 10:30am. The team at New Life were remarkable and they took great care of me.

I chose to stay at Anita's Recovery House for my post op needs. They are great. Tia, Anita, and Yeny (caretakers) are great with all of the women. They go above and beyond for all of the women here. If you are looking for a recovery house Anita's is the place to stay for your post operative needs. The house is kept in immaculate condition, pool, meals and snacks, and all post surgical needs (i.e. chucks, alcohol, vitamins, etc). Photos will be posted when the drains are removed.