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What's with the guilt?
One of the reasons why many women choose to keep the fact that they have had a tummy tuck a secret is because of guilt. Often this guilt is an inborn emotion, a product of being a mother. As social animals, we need a sense of guilt. We need to think about how our actions will affect our children and families. Those who don't have the same feelings of guilt tend to do things that put their loved ones and themselves at risk. The more risk incurred, the higher the likelihood of poor family outcomes- injury, starvation, lack of shelter, and higher rates of sickness. Guilt keeps our babies safe.
A lot of women who consider having a tummy tuck can't justify spending the money (financial risk) or risking their own safety for a cosmetic outcome. I have noticed that many women who have lost a great deal of weight do not seem to have the same guilt as women who did not undergo a massive weight loss. They seem to feel justified. The surgical "cleanup" of their saggy skin is part of their "weight loss journey", so that makes it ok.
Those of us who are simply trying to improve the shapes of our bodies not due to massive weight loss do not seem to enjoy the same freedom from guilt. We listen to those who tell us that we are being selfish for putting ourselves at risk, for spending money that could be spent on "more important things," and for generally not being satisfied with the appearance of our well-worn bodies. "You could take the whole family to Disneyland for the money you will be spending on yourself." "What if you don't make it through surgery? How could you do that to your kids?"
First of all, modern medicine is a wonderful thing. We have come so far from a century ago, when the best that could be done for many WW1 veterans who returned from the war with horrible facial injuries was to fashion a metal mask to resemble what the soldier looked like pre-injury. Surgery back then was reserved for life threatening conditions, because surgery itself was life threatening. Even c sections, which are commonly practiced today, were a procedure of last resort. If the patient survived the surgery, they might die from infection in their recovery anyway. Not to mention a host of other complications could threaten the life and safety of the patient.
Today c sections as well as a great number of cosmetic surgeries are commonly performed, and dying from them is almost unheard of. Infections are quashed with antibiotics, and blood clots are prevented.
How about the cost? While it's true that for those of us who did not lose a great deal of weight, insurance will not cover the cost of a tummy tuck, it is also true that there are financing options available. These procedures are no longer only for the filthy rich.
Think about this: if your loved one was maimed in an accident, and sought reconstructive surgery, would you tell them that they are being selfish? Would you tell them that it doesn't matter how they look, or that they should spend that money on their children instead? Would you say, "Everyone is flawed. You look fine!" or "I love you no matter what you look like! You don't NEED this!" Probably not.
Why is it any different when a woman wants to have a tummy tuck after having children, or losing weight? Her body has been altered dramatically.
Be supportive, and if you are feeling guilty for having plastic surgery done, don't!
A lot of women who consider having a tummy tuck can't justify spending the money (financial risk) or risking their own safety for a cosmetic outcome. I have noticed that many women who have lost a great deal of weight do not seem to have the same guilt as women who did not undergo a massive weight loss. They seem to feel justified. The surgical "cleanup" of their saggy skin is part of their "weight loss journey", so that makes it ok.
Those of us who are simply trying to improve the shapes of our bodies not due to massive weight loss do not seem to enjoy the same freedom from guilt. We listen to those who tell us that we are being selfish for putting ourselves at risk, for spending money that could be spent on "more important things," and for generally not being satisfied with the appearance of our well-worn bodies. "You could take the whole family to Disneyland for the money you will be spending on yourself." "What if you don't make it through surgery? How could you do that to your kids?"
First of all, modern medicine is a wonderful thing. We have come so far from a century ago, when the best that could be done for many WW1 veterans who returned from the war with horrible facial injuries was to fashion a metal mask to resemble what the soldier looked like pre-injury. Surgery back then was reserved for life threatening conditions, because surgery itself was life threatening. Even c sections, which are commonly practiced today, were a procedure of last resort. If the patient survived the surgery, they might die from infection in their recovery anyway. Not to mention a host of other complications could threaten the life and safety of the patient.
Today c sections as well as a great number of cosmetic surgeries are commonly performed, and dying from them is almost unheard of. Infections are quashed with antibiotics, and blood clots are prevented.
How about the cost? While it's true that for those of us who did not lose a great deal of weight, insurance will not cover the cost of a tummy tuck, it is also true that there are financing options available. These procedures are no longer only for the filthy rich.
Think about this: if your loved one was maimed in an accident, and sought reconstructive surgery, would you tell them that they are being selfish? Would you tell them that it doesn't matter how they look, or that they should spend that money on their children instead? Would you say, "Everyone is flawed. You look fine!" or "I love you no matter what you look like! You don't NEED this!" Probably not.
Why is it any different when a woman wants to have a tummy tuck after having children, or losing weight? Her body has been altered dramatically.
Be supportive, and if you are feeling guilty for having plastic surgery done, don't!
Six week checkup (even if it was early)
Today I had my six week checkup, yes, a week early. Doc was pleased, as am I! I have a little bump on my abdomen, and he said he thinks it's just scar tissue.
They took after pics as well.
The pics I took at home don't show as dramatically the difference as the ones taken in the doc's office. I do have those now, and I edited them to hide my junk. I know this is a medical info site, and they are medical pics, but I do NOT want photos of my private parts on the interwebz.
They took after pics as well.
The pics I took at home don't show as dramatically the difference as the ones taken in the doc's office. I do have those now, and I edited them to hide my junk. I know this is a medical info site, and they are medical pics, but I do NOT want photos of my private parts on the interwebz.
One month out!
I am so happy that I did this! My clothes fit so much better, and I'm not ashamed of my belly!
I'm feeling back to normal now, and have been walking on the treadmill. Tomorrow I have a follow up, and I will find out when I can hit the gym hard.
I'm feeling back to normal now, and have been walking on the treadmill. Tomorrow I have a follow up, and I will find out when I can hit the gym hard.