I did it! Newport Beach, CA

I've been going back and forth trying to decide if I should write a review. I finally decided to share my journey because I have learned so much from reading about other people's journey and I hope someone can take something away from mine. I also recognize how important the support will be during this process. I truly appreciate everyone being so open and honest about their process. So, a little about me. I'm 35 years old, 5'11", 165lbs and a mother of one. I'm scheduled to get a TT with muscle repair. My main goals are to get rid of my pooch and stretch marks. I know all of my stretch marks won't be gone but I'm hoping for improvement. I think I'm feeling all of the appropriate emotions right now; anxiety, excitement, nervousness and fear. I finished my shopping today and hopefully have everything I need. My best friend and son are going to be my caregivers for the foreseeable future. I took 2 weeks off of work.

So it's 9:00pm now and I got out of surgery 10 hours ago. I have two drains and pain pump. Also, I'm taking Valium and Percocet. My doctor requires an over night stay with a nurse if you have a TT or facelift. So I'm currently at a nearby hotel. I have a post op tomorrow at 8am and will be going home after. I don't have any pain right now but I'm sure one the meds stop I'll feel a lot more. I only felt dizzy once when I got up to use the restroom for the first time. I've gotten up 4-5 times since then and no dizziness. I wasnt nauseous because my doctor gave me something for that prior to surgery. I've been sleeping on and off throughout the day. So far, so good.

Just had my day after post op and everything went well. Doctor says everything looks good. My next appt is Wednesday. I'll post pictures then because of now I'm not supposed to remove the binder. My pain level is between a 1 and 2. I'm still taking my pain pills every 6 hours.