I'm Scheduled!

After more than 20 years of wanted to do this, I finally worked up the nerve! I had my oldest child when I was only 16. Everything about being a pregnant teen was traumatic for me. My parents kicked me out, I gained 85lbs, I was scared and alone. After giving birth to my son I had tons of excess skin and deflated breasts. I lost all of the extra weight and have been working out consistently for 20 years. I am a fitness instructor but no matter what I do, I cannot get rid of the extra skin on my belly. After meeting with both Dr. Alexander & Dr. Wang-Ashraf at Artisan Plastic Surgery, I feel confident and safe about having a TT, BL, & BA with a bit of contouring. I am excited and nervous about the surgery. My husband and I have 4 children so I am of course concerned about the risks. I'll keep you all updated as I go through the process!

I'm nervous & excited in anticipation for my surgery. I've been prepping myself, the house, and my family over the past couple of weeks. Each night I make & freeze extra meals for myself & family. I've cleaned out closets, pantries, the fridge, and organized the calendar. My ex will be helping with the girls so that I have a full week of recovery without the two younger kiddos here. My husband has been incredibly supportive and patient. I feel so grateful to have him by my side. I couldn't do this alone.

As for as self care, I'm taking bromelain, vitamin c, zinc, magnesium, curcumin eating mostly plant based, and practicing yoga daily. I've purchased some bio oil and arnica for after surgery along with button down shirts, a robe, and extra joggers. I'm researching compression garments now. Anyone have recommendations? I don't own a recliner. I plan to prop myself up with pillows and rest in bed. Any recommendations there? Also, is an ab board necessary? I've had 2 c sections and I did use a pillow on my belly when laughing or coughing. Thanks for the support. I'll keep updating.

I just want to say Dr. Wang-Ashraf & the staff at Northside were incredible. My surgery lasted about 3hrs. Everything went great. I elected to stay the night at the hospital. Every single nurse in the ERU was incredible!
As for my experience, I'm doing well. My pin I managed. I've been able to get up and elk around lot. I was injected you Exparel during surgery. It is a miracle drug! I'll share more later. We just got home and I haven't even seen my belly yet, only my boobs, which are high & tight right now, but they will settle.