Massive Weight Loss = No Boobs + Saggy Belly

So it's now been 5 months since my surgery. I've actually managed to put on 15 pounds - very disheartening considering how hard I worked to get it off. Just a reminder that I had a zero net gain/loss front this whole thing in the beginning. I know the holidays got to me like they get most people, but my exercising is still not up to where it used to me. My husband used to call me a beast.... now I'm more like a pussycat. Very sad. I know things will be better once I get back into it but it's hard when you're bummed about where you are. I had so much motivation before and it's seemed to abandoned me.

Enough lamenting my increased weight... now onto the healing process. The scaring is doing okay. Not as good as I had expected, but could be a lot worse. The biggest upset is the scar on my belly button. It is fading a bit but I'm afraid it's always going to stand out. (For those just joining, it was caused by my bonding being too tight in the beginning. The skin rubbed raw leaving a wound). My tummy scar is also roping a bit in the middle and there are a few almost raised sections. I've been using the silicone scar strips and Mederma. I'm really not sure if they are helping. I'm also not sure if I'm just being over sensitive LOL. The breast scars are going great though - small, unnoticeable, and soft. I expect they will continue to fade nicely.

I think the healing process has been good overall though with only my own impatience to blame. About a month ago, I was having mass constant pain in my right breast. I'm really sure that was an issue with me trying to use my peck muscles too much too soon since the pain would occur most eminent the following day. My muscles didn't like the procedure much so I'm sure it was my body trying to get used to the implants.

I've also had a few weird pain issues that creep up at odd times. Along and around my incisions I'll get a VERY sharp needle stabbing pain. It feels like the fine tip of a needle but more like a dagger stabbing me. I've had the sensation along my tummy tuck scar and on my left breast. These have been happening on and off for the past couple months.

I do have another follow up next week. Supposed to be picture time. I'm also going to go over the items I mentioned above. I did not get a hold of the doctor with my concerns above because I'm stubborn and while they were concerns, I was not concerned there was anything truly wrong.

Until next time...

So these pictures and this review are a bit late. The pictures are from last week on my 2 month mark. Life has been super crazy and work is kicking my butt but enough about that.

I really can't believe it's been only 2 months. I really feel like it has been longer. I feel really good and barely have any issues. Every once in a while I'll feel a sharp tug (unpleasant feeling) on my belly at the base of my incision but other than that I'm doing really good. My stomach does still feel right and I can feel it pull when I stretch. I'm still a bit hesitant to do too much stretching. Don't want to pull too hard.

I did see doc 1.5 weeks ago and she released me to all exercise except nothing ab related. So we decided that was pretty much everything! LOL we agreed I could do upper body weights and start working in bouncy (like running). Starting tomorrow though it's on! Full release. I have a tendency to go overboard so doc wanted me to take it easy a bit longer which is why she held me to restrictions a bit longer than 8 weeks.

I'm wearing the Spanx half days and definitely when I work out.

I do have to say this past month has been very hard to treat my body right. I've been eating too much and not being able to work out like I'm used to. I'm hoping to be able to remedy that now.

I'm also now using the silicone scar care strips. I was using mederma but my scars started to raise so on went the strips. Doc had me get the c-section specific ones and cut them down the middle. I am noticing a difference even after only a week. I'd recommend just starting with them as soon as you can (wound has to be healed).

My tummy scar should still settle lower according to doc and I'm hoping she's right. It is still sitting higher than I wanted but it's hard to complain when she did such a good job.

My breasts have settled completely too. My hubby took me belated birthday shopping and bought me a ton of new "boob covers". It was very entertaining and all the ladies at the store got a kick from him.

Also wanted to really get into my sleep. I did continue to sleep on my back for the first 5-6 weeks. It didn't get comfortable on my side again really until the last week plus a bit. I started removing pillows from my inclined state at 4 weeks until I got back down to my standard 1 under the knees and 1-2 under my head position at week 6. That's the only way I can sleep on my back so I'm really happy my side is starting to work out again for me. I probably could have moved this process along quicker but I did not like the tugging feeling on my belly.

Anyway. It is very late and I need to get some sleep. I'm sure I'll remember more and post again soon.

So this update is coming a few days late. It's been an exhausting past two week. I started back to work two Monday's ago with a bang. I worked 74 hours in one week. Yes, that is no exaggeration. Then this past week, I was at it for 50 hours in 4 days since I had Friday off. I should mention I notice that my stomach tightens up the longer I sit so when I stand up, I almost have to re-stretch the skin until I can stand upright. Make sure you move around; especially upon returning to a desk job.

I've just been so warn out and wanted to sleep my weekend away but I couldn't do that. It's Halloween weekend! Got to have fun with that. I love dressing up in costumes and having a good time. My husband and I went out to a Halloween party last night and had a good time. I'll admit I was tired though. It was rough standing that long so I did find myself stealing seats periodically.

But I should tell you of my progress. I'm doing really well. A week ago, my doctor released me to light exercise. I continue doing my walking but I can pick up the pace. I can also ride the bike and use the elliptical (although at a slower pace so I am not doing the running motion). She still does not want me doing the bounty motions. So this week, I have walked 2 times and road the bike 2 times. I'm happy to be working out again. I am feeling very..... blah. Working out was huge for me before all of this. I told myself I needed to watch what I ate since I wasn't going to be able to rely on working it off, but that didn't quite work out. There is a noticeable reduction of muscle on my body and I know some of the stomach expansion is no longer just inflammation lol. I'll get back on it, but only at the pace the doc lets me. I am not willing to risk my results.

I also can stop wearing the Spanx during the day unless I am working out. I still need to wear it at night. I've also stopped binding my breasts. The are settling nicely on their own. I am still a bit tender there, but not too bad. My stomach is still numbish below the navel. Above the navel it feels like that almost numb feeling where it's almost painful. I hope that makes sense. I did express some concern regarding the scare placement. It is high. She explained that it will settle lower. She did pull me very tight so as the stomach starts to stretch into place, it will slowly lower.

I am to use Mederma for scar care and only put the silicone strips on if I start noticing keloids forming. The scars will feel like there is a rope, but that is normal. If it starts raising, then that's when the extra care is needed.

Doc is happy with the progress. She excited that I'm doing these reviews and impressed with my progress shots. With that being said, here's some more!