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TT with Lipo & MR
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Hi All! I'm a mom of 2, both being c-sections...
TTinNSCanadaJuly 6, 2012
WORTH IT$12,000
Hi All!
I'm a mom of 2, both being c-sections then I had a Hysterectomy that I was cut the same as the c-sections. I have ALWAYS been skinny and for a long time after I had my kids thought I wanted to be "skinny" again. I don't want the bones sticking out of my chest again and ppl snickering she is anorexic...anyways the thing I miss most is my tummy...I had a nice one. I know I will not look like I did then but my pants will fit nicely and I don't have to keep wearing shirts low enough to cover the "apron" and looking like I'm pregnant again.
I don't have anyone to talk to about this bc no one I know is in "my shoes" and I feel they would not agree with what I'm doing, I have no one to be happy with and feel very alone...my date is coming very quickly as well...
Here's trying to be excited :)
Oh and there are very few places for Canadians to look for before and afters and communities...
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Getting ready slowly but surely. I notice a lot...
TTinNSCanadaJuly 8, 2012
Getting ready slowly but surely. I notice a lot of you have their dates set few weeks away... I met with the ps June 29 and booked last week for this week.... Nervous bc I hope I'm not just rushing this. I have been researching for 10+ yrs now so I knew whatto ask. There isn't a lot of ps to choose from here either. Waiting times for consults can be up to 1+yr!
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July 9, 2012
You are going to do great so keep your chin up. The only one who needs to be happy about this decision is you!! It doesn't matter what others think just be confident.
We are all here to support you so hang on and keep the posts coming.
July 9, 2012
What I find also interesting is: I never thought of wearing a bikini again, even with the TT...but looking at others after pics...you never know ;) :))))
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I've added some before pics...very hard for me.....
TTinNSCanadaJuly 9, 2012
I've added some before pics...very hard for me...Gag! It is completely different looking at yourself like this compared to others...I always see the good side of other ppl's pics but with my own....my tummy was always what I considered my "good" part. I feel like it is not even a part of me, like some foreign object sitting on my front.
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July 9, 2012
I hear a lot of people mentioning their recliners and hospital beds...I have neither and asked my ps about this and he said I don't need that. He also said I will be walking straight and driving the next day...I certainly hope he is giving me a full tummy tuck ;) from what I hear the pain is bad. I have had 2 c-sections and a hysterectomy...how does this compare?
July 9, 2012
I've had 2 c-sections and a hysterectomy, and I'm in Canada, too! I've been told that the pain is much like a hysterectomy. Part of it depends on your pain tolerance, of course, and I think your general level of fitness. I guess that makes sense if you think that if all your surrounding muscles are strong, they can help support the part of you that's healing.
I've been told to not drive for at least 2 weeks and that I should expect to be hunched over for the first few days at least. I'm not getting a recliner or hospital bed, but plan to spend lots of time on my couch with many pillows.
Is your procedure next week? Mine is July 30.
I've been told to not drive for at least 2 weeks and that I should expect to be hunched over for the first few days at least. I'm not getting a recliner or hospital bed, but plan to spend lots of time on my couch with many pillows.
Is your procedure next week? Mine is July 30.
July 9, 2012
Hi hpp!! That is awesome that we have that much in common!! The c-sections and hysterectomy were painful but nothing I couldn't handle...I tend to push myself as well...The hardest part is what everyone is talking about on here, my back (hunched over). This should be easier considering my kids are older and no longer depend on me as they did when they were babies:)
Mine is scheduled this Thursday (July 12)! So I'm going through the whole get stuff done around here. Are you going to post pics? Are you getting lipo as well?
Mine is scheduled this Thursday (July 12)! So I'm going through the whole get stuff done around here. Are you going to post pics? Are you getting lipo as well?
July 10, 2012
Wow! Just two days to go for you! I'm sure I'll also nesting before too long. The time seems to be whizzing by. I'm thinking of posting pics but haven't taken them yet. I'll be having some lipo around the hips to 'feather' into the incision line. My GP says my surgeon is great at what he does and is the guy he'd go to if he needed a PS, so I'm pretty happy about that.
July 11, 2012
Time is whizzing by and not...you know? One minute I just want it done, then realizing I maybe missing stuff I feel I'm not ready!
I'm glad you are happy with your ps. I'm kinda embarrassed but I'm not sure yet how to feel. He is very nice and answered my questions (most I already knew)...but I want to know what he is really like when it comes down to the nitty gritty...it's like sales people selling cars...they are great and friendly but if something goes wrong...THAT is when you know if they stand by their products/outcomes.
:)
I'm glad you are happy with your ps. I'm kinda embarrassed but I'm not sure yet how to feel. He is very nice and answered my questions (most I already knew)...but I want to know what he is really like when it comes down to the nitty gritty...it's like sales people selling cars...they are great and friendly but if something goes wrong...THAT is when you know if they stand by their products/outcomes.
:)
July 14, 2012
Yes hpp it is like a hysterectomy! The pain and burning part are very similar. Couch is better than a bed for sure as well... I'm in a recliner-like chair ( the rocking ones without the nice padding). Just hate trying to get up out of the bed without having to wake my husband. Can't wait till this part is done ;)
July 9, 2012
Welcome! Most of us are in the same boat as you regarding not having a lot of people to talk to about this procedure, which makes this site so valuable. You will learn so much and be supported by all the women here. My PS didn't recommend a hospital bed or recliner either and I have read that you will can easily use your regular bed or sofa as long as you have adequate pillows to support you. As far as the driving and walking straight, not so sure about that...
July 9, 2012
Oh I forgot to mention that he will be doing a muscle repair as well...I thought this was just the "norm" however after reading more some ppl don't have this done...? Why I wonder???
Trying to get the house in order before Wednesday bc there will be lots of prepping on that day too :) I've heard to wear a t-shirt under the binder bc it gets itchy? It is going to be warm here too...good times! LOL!
Trying to get the house in order before Wednesday bc there will be lots of prepping on that day too :) I've heard to wear a t-shirt under the binder bc it gets itchy? It is going to be warm here too...good times! LOL!
July 9, 2012
Not everyone has diastasis recti (muscle separation). For instance, I haven't had kids or lost a tremendous amount of weight so it is unlikely that I will need a MR. Usually the separation results from the abdominal wall being stretched out by carrying babies around. And yes I have heard to wear a tshirt or a cami under the binder. I have some pretty thin camisoles that I think would be perfect because they wouldn't be too bulky or hot.
July 11, 2012
Thanks for your reply ewozobski :))
I was wondering why go through all that and not have the "works" done. When is your date?
I was wondering why go through all that and not have the "works" done. When is your date?
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