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My Mommy Makeover is Done! BMI=34 TT BL BA - Mount Juliet, TN
UPDATED FROM msquick1
14 days pre
Historical background, including cardiac & weight loss surgeries.
My Android phone does not like RS. Boo on the phone. I wanted to post more, but could not get my phone to cooperate. So here it is:
I am a 46 year old mother of 2, ages 11 & 13. They will be a big help during my recovery. They're pretty self-sufficient and already do things when they're asked (mostly, lol).
October 2011 a peacemaker was implanted after I passed out while driving and a diagnosis of sick sinus syndrome was given. November 2012 my heart went from sinus rhythm into v-fib while at work. I was dead for 10 minutes before the 7th shock from a defibrillator got my heart to beat again. Immediate CPR saved my brain from any significant long term damage. So, the pacemaker was upgraded to an implanted defibrillator in December 2012.
Prior to that I was fit and 40 pounds lighter than now. I had a gastric lapband in 2008 (removed in 2009) with which I had lost about 75 pounds. For about 2 1/2 years, I didn't eat right or do any exercise. I didn't feel good physically and I was depressed emotionally. (And basically a lot of guilt for not being happy for just being alive.)
It was a pretty bleak time for me. But the last 4-5 months I have made positive changes in my diet and started working out. I feel better, now I want to look better! I started looking into 'getting work done' soon after I started working out again. I realize some would say/think lose more weight see what changes will occur. But I know: my belly will still be flabby and my boobs will still be saggy.
After a long discussion about my medical history and current reading and ex exercise routine, my chosen PS said my
muscles are separated about 3 inches and there's an umbilical hernia. Just having those 2 things taken care of will give me a sleeker look. Plus, that belly flap makes some exercises so difficult!
I did have a consult with a PS that was very rude and practically dismissed me at the appointment within the first five minutes. NO discussion, no exploration of my history beyond my bmi being too high.
I know that I will have to continue to work, but I am ready to jumpstart the process. I know how short life can be. There's no reason to wait. Here I come, future me!
I am a 46 year old mother of 2, ages 11 & 13. They will be a big help during my recovery. They're pretty self-sufficient and already do things when they're asked (mostly, lol).
October 2011 a peacemaker was implanted after I passed out while driving and a diagnosis of sick sinus syndrome was given. November 2012 my heart went from sinus rhythm into v-fib while at work. I was dead for 10 minutes before the 7th shock from a defibrillator got my heart to beat again. Immediate CPR saved my brain from any significant long term damage. So, the pacemaker was upgraded to an implanted defibrillator in December 2012.
Prior to that I was fit and 40 pounds lighter than now. I had a gastric lapband in 2008 (removed in 2009) with which I had lost about 75 pounds. For about 2 1/2 years, I didn't eat right or do any exercise. I didn't feel good physically and I was depressed emotionally. (And basically a lot of guilt for not being happy for just being alive.)
It was a pretty bleak time for me. But the last 4-5 months I have made positive changes in my diet and started working out. I feel better, now I want to look better! I started looking into 'getting work done' soon after I started working out again. I realize some would say/think lose more weight see what changes will occur. But I know: my belly will still be flabby and my boobs will still be saggy.
After a long discussion about my medical history and current reading and ex exercise routine, my chosen PS said my
muscles are separated about 3 inches and there's an umbilical hernia. Just having those 2 things taken care of will give me a sleeker look. Plus, that belly flap makes some exercises so difficult!
I did have a consult with a PS that was very rude and practically dismissed me at the appointment within the first five minutes. NO discussion, no exploration of my history beyond my bmi being too high.
I know that I will have to continue to work, but I am ready to jumpstart the process. I know how short life can be. There's no reason to wait. Here I come, future me!
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June 22, 2015
Im glad. To meet you im a similar. Case with health issues im stalking real self building my courage from sisters like you life is short and we need to shine i will b following. You n i do want more info..!u give me hope
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