July 29th - Orlando, FL

Hey 419, so glad you wrote up your review. That is awesome that you completed a half marathon. I still want to do it, but haven't trained very hard in the running department. I rather have a bit of puffiness, than the slab of wrinkled skin (too much info) sorry. I can't wait to be rid of this tired belly and droopy boobies. Its a good thing that I am getting this done. Because, had I known how much my boobies would shrink during the weight-loss, I don't think I would have tried to lose the weight. But actually I feel healthier and better for doing it.

Way to go!!  Please do not let the swelling scare you.  It is just part of the healing process and will end. 

Focus on the prize and stay positive.  Soon you will have that beautiful new tummy and will be smiling from ear to ear in a bikini:)

You are another little tiny tot like me..5-1.  We are "Fun Size"...LOL

Your boyfriend will be fine in the end.  When these men get a look at the flat and tiny tummies they go wild :)

Tomorrow is your big day! I am so excited for you. You will do fine. Remember to take your meds when you should and don't fret. You might feel a bit of regret the first few hours. It will subside by the next morning! You'll be loving your new figure in no time. Remember to eat until the last minute tonight and drink a ton of water before you go to bed!

I guess I'm day 4 now, counting the day of seeing I went first thing. Friday was not pleasant by any means. I would have cried wishing it gone if I could. This was only because of the nausea that I had. Tried eating yogurt, crackers and even some protein shake before meds but nothing helped. I stopped taking the pains on Saturday and switched to Tylenol . Best thing I ever did. Have felt great ever since. Been able to get up and done by myself using legs and arms. Thank God for those early morning trips to the gym. Haha. Had my 1st BM today and honestly that was more painful than anything else so far. Let's hope that feeling never returns. I was concerned as my boyfriend was not super excited about me doing this. To say he has been great is not even close. He HAS BEEN AMAZING! My son keeps his distance as he is grossed out what is happening with the drains and all. He does call or comes and checks on me tho. Can't expect too much from an 18 boy. Lol swelling and bruising have not been bad at all. Keeping up with the water which keeps me getting up to pee. Lol thats my big excitement for today. Sure hope everyone else is recovering well too. Anyone in Orlando looking for a dr. Cannot say enough awesome things about dr soto and his staff. B-friend says the incision is already low based on where the tape is. Didn't look at the belly button yesterday when I showered but thats on the agenda for tonight. Big night ! :)

419, I bet Dr. S made you beautiful!!! So sorry the pain meeds didn't work for you … somehow they didn't make me sick just sleepy!! The swelling does improve, but slowly. The walking bent over in the beginning gets old, but you'll do fine. On my site I listed all kind of things I was feeling each day in the beginning. I was bored too and read everyone's profile on this site about 2x!! I tried to read actual books, but kept falling asleep b/c of the pain meds! Maybe you'd have better luck there! Glad your boyfriend is turning out to be a good nurse … you need one the first week or so!!! Take it easy and good luck on the recovery road. Keep us posted on your progress!

Ali & 419,
Ladies, I received the gift card in the mail today. I am super excited for next Sunday. How about we do 1:00pm. Does that work well?

Sure thing! 1pm works for me. Let me remind hubby he's on babysitting duty! Panera Bread right … on corner of Sand Lake and Dr. Phillips?

1pm at Starbucks, corner of Sand lake and Dr. Phillips after you turn right onto Dr. Philips its the shopping center on your left.