TT at 187 Lbs After 100 Lbs Weight Loss and 3 Babies - Miami, FL

Did you try posting pics and telling them about the swelling in the "ask a dr" section? I've seen some great feedback given there!

Hi, are you wearing a compression garment?

I still wear the Velcro binder (yes, that one; bought a new one and now I am in my second one) at night most nights. It is tremendous. I wear the compression garment 2-3 days per week. I use arnica and it is a wonder healer. I use the gel for topical and I take the pellets. Has your surgeon spoken to you about massaging yourself? The swelling is due to the changes inside that make the fluid more difficult to drain since your tendons and nerves are still reattaching, at least that is what I believe from my doctor. Stay positive and celebrate your accomplishment. Don't forget where you started.

hi, we had our surgeries around the same time, you look fantastic. I was really swollen last week and better this week, I still wear my binder at night, tried spanx last night to sleep in since PS told me to try that, and wear my compression garments all day long, I got a variety of them and I like Marena and Leonisa best over spanx but a bit pricier but I feel the difference in my swelling with them. congrats and you are looking fantastic!

Hi honey. Yes we all went through swell hell. It's all part of the healing process. Stay in close touch with your doc and he or she will guide you through any rare complications. I'll be happy to answer any questions I can and I've been through two tucks. First one the doc failed to include muscle repair so I chose new surgeon to redo. My story is at this site if you want to read it. You look great. Just remember your before pics. If you need revision later that is possible but don't concentrate on that now. Just heal and know that others have been where you are now, unsure at this early point ("FUD" which means fear uncertainty & doubt). . It is way too early in your recovery to judge anything. Congrats on the weight loss. Quite an accomplishment. Take care and I'm praying for a good result for you. BJ

You have come so far go girl you rock from rose x

You may be needing a tight garment at all times. You should ask your doctor. The garment will help keep your skin tighter to your body.

Hi I had my tummy tuck surgery 10 weeks a go now I am still swelling up a lot and the same thing for me as well one side is bigger then the other I feel lol sided . I still where my binder almost all the time.if you want I can put a pic of mine up for you.

Hello, u look amazing... I wanted to know did Micheal Kelly do ur Tummy Tuck? And if so how much did it cost?

Thank you thank you ! i am overweight and trying my best to lose some before my surgery and this helped alot! i can t wait to see how happy u will look in your future clothes

Thanks for posting! I see myself having skin removal surgery at a similar weight and also after massive weight loss, so I appreciate you sharing. I look forward to seeing more pictures. Smooth healing!

Good luck to you in your recovery and thank you for posting. I am 15 days out and was about 5 lbs heavier than you. Three c-sections and a gastric bypass. I'm very anxious to see how this turns out for both of us.

My surgery is scheduled for 6/23. I did weigh 174 at my initial consult, but due to having to quit smoking and the anxiety over the surgery I'm at 182 now. I'm so upset with myself and the weight gain and am hoping to have a few of it off by the time my surgery comes around. Thanks for sharing and I wish you the best of luck with your recovery.

I am now 8 weeks after surgery still not feeling 100% but I want to know if your period was painful after you had your tummy tuck