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What a difference in 5 weeks... new pic - Oklahoma City, OK
UPDATED FROM cyn70
1 month post
Not too much to report as far as any changes......
cyn70July 18, 2012
WORTH IT$6,500
Not too much to report as far as any changes... After 5 weeks my workouts are getting closer to pre-surgery & the swelling is getting better slowly but surely. Next week I report back to work... so I'll get a chance to see what being on my feet for 5 classes will have on me. I will also have to deal with social eating which I dread b/c for some reason people think it's weird to eat a salad every day for lunch. I will not be peer preassured to eat in the school cafetria!!
I think the new before & after speaks volumes! Happy healing gals!
I think the new before & after speaks volumes! Happy healing gals!
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UPDATED FROM cyn70
28 days post
4 weeks PO - feeling more like myself day by day....
cyn70July 9, 2012
4 weeks PO - feeling more like myself day by day. My swelling is not so bad, it only gets really uncomfortable in the evenings when I do too much during the day. I've stepped up the cardio on my workouts, but am still nowhere near where I was pre-TT. My strength training is down as well, but I think that once I'm totally cleared I'll get back to where I was and then some. My weight has stayed pretty steady for the past 2 weeks (down 7 lbs from day of TT) which is a disappointment to me because I've been sticking to a 1500 calorie diet and it seems like I'm starving for no reason. However, one thing I've definately learned from this whole thing is to be patient!
On a positive note, I thought I looked cute on the fourth of July... my boyfriend was impressed... and I can see definate improvement in my belly button and scar. The parts of my incision that are not still scabbed over are really smooth and thin and I haven't done any scar treatment on them. The upper part of my belly has softened up but the lower part is still tight and numb... once again patience!
I have a post-op appointment this afternoon... fingers crossed that PS will tell me all is well.
On a positive note, I thought I looked cute on the fourth of July... my boyfriend was impressed... and I can see definate improvement in my belly button and scar. The parts of my incision that are not still scabbed over are really smooth and thin and I haven't done any scar treatment on them. The upper part of my belly has softened up but the lower part is still tight and numb... once again patience!
I have a post-op appointment this afternoon... fingers crossed that PS will tell me all is well.
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July 9, 2012
My PS told me to make sure i have button down shirt to wear as it will be painful to lift my arms over my head post-op. How soon post-op were you able to pull on clothing over your head? Any advice for what products I will need post-op to help my recovery? Anyone know how long the TT results last? Did anyone have a TT several years ago?
July 9, 2012
Hi a-beauty... My PS also advised me to have a button down shirt after surgery. I bought some button up pajamas to wear home from surgery, which was the only pre-surgery clothing purchase I made. I was able to lift my arms up enough almost immediately. I think he wanted that particular style of top immediately post surgery b/c the anesthesia really takes a while to wear off and it's easier for the nurse to help you get dressed if you have a button top.
I really didn't get any special products for after surgery. What I wish I had though was a cup that was easy to use from a prone position so I didn't have to sit up to drink some water.
I wish you the best on your TT!
I really didn't get any special products for after surgery. What I wish I had though was a cup that was easy to use from a prone position so I didn't have to sit up to drink some water.
I wish you the best on your TT!
July 9, 2012
Your 4 week results look incredible! You look so tiny!
July 9, 2012
Thank you! Since you are having a drain-free TT like I did. I really think you will have a quick recovery. I was able to stand straight and resume a limited workout pretty quickly.
I look forward to seeing your results! Good luck!
I look forward to seeing your results! Good luck!
July 15, 2012
you look great and your BB is cute! you can wear a bikini now, don't wait for next year!
UPDATED FROM cyn70
16 days post
PO day 16... just had to share. My tummy has...
cyn70June 27, 2012
PO day 16... just had to share. My tummy has always been more tube-shaped than womanly. This morning enough swelling had gone down that I finally could see one of the benefits of the lipo... the development of a waist!!!
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June 27, 2012
Good for you - Now I know there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Haven't had my TT yet - not scheduled till August. Glad to hear about your progress - Thanks for sharing.
June 28, 2012
Wow your 2 wk po results look great! We're you able to go bk to work yet? It sounds like you're able to do a lot at this point. I'm only taking two wks off work & hoping that'll be enough time. Thanks for sharing!
June 28, 2012
Actually, I'm a teacher so I haven't been back to work yet. I think I could do it though since the only strenuous part of my job is being on my feet for 5 hours. The one thing I'd recommend before the procedure is to get your legs strong with squats & lunges. They really helped me with getting up and down by myself from day one. Good luck on your TT, recovery, and return to work.
June 29, 2012
Thanks Cyn for the good advice. I've been slacking off with my workouts for the past 2 wks so I'm gonna start bk getting in my routine. I'll make sure to add extra leg exercises:)
June 29, 2012
I checked out your story and I really think you are so gonna love your results... The squats and lunges make such a difference. GL!
June 30, 2012
Thanks Cyn! I've been thinking of increasing my water drinking too so I can be use to it after surgery. Figure it couldn't hurt. I've been seeing so many people talking about needing to drink tons of water to help with swelling post-op.
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