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Ready for a TT, Lipo and BBL! - Ridgewood, NY
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I am a 43 year old with a daughter who is a senior...
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I am a 43 year old with a daughter who is a senior in college. In about two weeks I will be going to Dr. Ravi for a tummy tuck, liposuction and BBL. Initially, I was only going to get liposuction on my belly. No matter how much I work out, my midsection remains bulgy. The doctor said that the bottom part of my belly was "all baby" from when I had the c-section. He advised me to get a TT. Then he said he could transfer some of the fat to part of my bottom. Sounds good to me. I believe in recycling. LOL!
I am both excited and very nervous. In terms of the surgery, he said he was not going to use general anesthesia which terrifies me. I do not want to feel anything during the surgery. I am also worried about the recovery process. I wonder how it will be compared to the c-section recovery period. I have to admit the thought of not being able to sit down for weeks, put me on the fence about getting the fat transfer. I bought a zero gravity chair and plan to cut a hole through it so I can lay on it. I will have to return to work 20 days post op. I hope that gives the BBL enough time to heal so I can sit during my meetings.
I went for my lab work today. I gave a down payment and got my prescriptions. I ordered a Boppy pillow, Arnica, and an abdominal binder from Amazon. There's no turning back now.
I am both excited and very nervous. In terms of the surgery, he said he was not going to use general anesthesia which terrifies me. I do not want to feel anything during the surgery. I am also worried about the recovery process. I wonder how it will be compared to the c-section recovery period. I have to admit the thought of not being able to sit down for weeks, put me on the fence about getting the fat transfer. I bought a zero gravity chair and plan to cut a hole through it so I can lay on it. I will have to return to work 20 days post op. I hope that gives the BBL enough time to heal so I can sit during my meetings.
I went for my lab work today. I gave a down payment and got my prescriptions. I ordered a Boppy pillow, Arnica, and an abdominal binder from Amazon. There's no turning back now.
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August 7, 2016
I'm not sure about the BBL, but as for the TT, I took a full 6 weeks off work. But I have a physically demanding job (nurse), so you may be ok with just sitting. You will get tired. It's really hard to say, because I've read where some people go back after 3 weeks and do fine. I think as long as you have pain under control, just wear a compression garment without fail, drink water and eat plenty of protein. don't diet during this time. Meaning, don't starve yourself, but eat healthy proteins and veggies. Good luck! I'm overjoyed with my results and the journey was well worth it!
August 7, 2016
Im sure you will! Just know you will have swelling for about 6 weeks at least. Dont compare your results to others like i did. Oh, and take real good care of your scar.
UPDATED FROM 35graham
9 days pre
Before pics
10 days and counting. This is how I look at my worst. With the right clothes on, I can disguise a lot and actually get compliments on the way I look. Believe it or not, I do work out, but I can't seem to lose weight. Since I won't be able to sit down to enjoy a meal after my BBL, I am hoping it forces me to eat smaller portions and drink protein shakes for the first 3 weeks. I will be returning to work 3 weeks post op. I hope that will be enough time for the fat transfer to settle b/c I will be sitting for hours at a time. Any suggestions about how to make the transition back to work smoother would be greatly appreciated.
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UPDATED FROM 35graham
3 days pre
BBL and the ride home
I was wondering if any BBL dolls can give me some advise on how to position myself during the car ride home. It is a short 15 minute ride.
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August 7, 2016
bring a pillow with you to the hospital for after surgery. Place it around you for support on the ride home.
August 7, 2016
Thank you. I was thinking of bringing my boppy pillow and a regular pillow with me.
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