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32, 2 kids, 4'9" and 90#'s....Babies wrecked me but my Dr. saved me! Diastasis Recti is awful!

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Long before my husband and I had children, I...

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Mamaof282
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Long before my husband and I had children, I assured him that my body would get a full fledged workout. I am 4'9" and I range between 93-96 lbs. depending on what I eat. Well, let's just say the girls got more than they bargained with and need a little help, as well as my belly. I had never heard of diastasis recti nor did I even realize that a majority of mothers get this and they just think they have extra fat. In reality, it is a horrible separation of the abdominal wall that affects your posture, your stomach girth, your waist size and your confidence. For years, I have been wearing spanx constantly, I tried the Tupler Method, I did planks even before planking was a thing and I ate clean and healthy. To no avail, I still look 5 months pregnant. My husband has been supportive but I think the lack of confidence in myself has taken a toll on us. He thinks I am beautiful no matter how I look since I am the mother of his children. He says that a lot but still senses my insecurities. I, initially, just wanted a TT but after two well fed, breast loving kiddos...I am leaning toward getting my breasts done, as well. The way I see it, If I am going to do it...than I AM GOING TO DO IT. I want those suckers up there, round, full and where they were before. Maybe not full like "milk coming in boobs" but at least get them a little perky. I feel like I am tucking puppy dog ears into my bra daily. I am sick of people asking me how far along I am in my pregnancy. I am sick of wearing baggy shirts. I am sick of Googling "tankini's for big bellies." I may never again feel comfortable in a two-piece but I would like to wear a shirt that actually fits. I would love to purchase a high waisted bikini with a little bit of retro flare. I would love to have my confidence back. Most of all, I would love to feel like the old me again. Once I actually get the process going, I'll share some very personal and intimate photos of my body. Hopefully, I'll have the courage to post. I plan on getting back into body building again once I am fully recovered. I hope that people understand that everyone is different. Our bodies change in different ways and no one is exactly like the other. Be happy, love life and work hard. There is always a way to fix something. If hard work and dedication can't get you there, perhaps a Mommy makeover is for you. Procedure details: lipo of the flanks with that fat added to the breast area, breast lift, tummy tuck, hernia repair and possible implants depending on the amount of fat available from the flanks.

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Timothy M. McGee, MD

Timothy M. McGee, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 20, 2014
best of luck with your surgery! I am 6 weeks post op, and couldn't be happier. here's to no one asking "how far along are you?" ever again! :)
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May 21, 2014
Thank you! I'm so glad I'm not alone. Do you mind me asking how long it was for you to be able to walk again and feel comfortable getting out of the house afterwards?
May 21, 2014
for me, the first few days postoperative were pretty miserable. sleep, pain pills, my husbands' help and my kids' absence all helped greatly. by about one week post op I was leaving the house (and mostly able to stand up straight) for little outings. I still made sure to get a lot of rest/horizontal time at that point, and was amazed by how much better I felt each and every day! good luck!
May 20, 2014
You are experiencing what a lot of moms experience. You have such a small stature. I can only imagine how much your body went thru to have two healthy kiddos. Keep us posted. I'm 12 days post-op
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May 21, 2014
Thank you! I'll be sure to follow your updates for support How are you feeling?
May 21, 2014
My mornings are slow. Just takes my body a while to loosen up. I try to rest as much as possible because I head back to work after holiday. Coughing is murder but I'm controlling it with Allegra. Loving my results though. Headed to Sears to look for a better binder.
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May 21, 2014
Thank you for your courage in sharing your story. Good luck on your journey. My pictures are horrid. I just let it all hang out. When most of the time I'm trying to hold it in with posture. Posting the pics was kind of empowering. Next week I will posting more. They will be in more of my normal look.
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May 21, 2014
Thank you! I'll try to hang it all out it's just so hard to look those photos myself...let alone bare it on the web. But I'll get there. I think it'll help remind me of my progress while in recovery. I hear recovery can be pretty loathsome.
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May 21, 2014
Diastasis does suck! I have it, too, to an extent. I'm glad you're able to do something about it and that your husband is supportive. Here's a list of recovery supplies that might be helpful. I'll be checking back for your updates.
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May 21, 2014
Thank you! I appreciate the support. I also appreciate your message about things that'll help with the process.
May 22, 2014
I had really severe diastasis recti. I looked like I had a swollen belly because I was malnutritioned, and I am now 3 days post op and am on the flat side. You sound like a person of action. That's what it's all about. I underwent 3 csection a and was expecting the pain to be worse than that. So far, nope. It's been cool. Previously I had a hard time with clothes for the longest, to the point where I hated shopping. Give me a few months and I'll be shopping, shopping , shopping like a teenager who just discovered her bits!!!
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May 22, 2014
I can't wait to go shopping! Won't that be amazing to wear things that you feel confident in again?!!! I am glad to hear that it wasn't as bad as your c-sections. Both of my c-sections weren't that bad so you are making me feel a whole lot better about this recovery process! Thank you!
UPDATED FROM Mamaof282
17 days pre

Before Photos: Gah! 17 Days to go...

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Mamaof282
These photos hard to post but it'll be good to see the process. I am getting more nervous each day. I'm actually quite terrified of the recovery process. My mother will be in town to help along with my husband. I'll only have her here for about 10 days and then I am going to be solo with the kids. Fortunately, I think I will get some help from my in laws in regards to watching them. How nervous were all of you lovely ladies beforehand? How long was it before you were able to get out of bed and play with the kids...even if that means just sitting while coloring or watching Frozen for the 120th time?

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UPDATED FROM Mamaof282
17 days pre

More before photos...

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Mamaof282
This makes me just feel blah.

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