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39 yo, mom of 1 via cesarean, Tummy Tuck
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After stalking this site for years, I've finally...
Newme7797November 28, 2016
After stalking this site for years, I've finally scheduled a tummy tuck. I was super excited and now I'm super scared. :/ I'm scared of the recovery and the fact they may not be able to get enough skin even though my surgeon says he can. By the way, I did extensive research on surgeons before selecting this one.
Stats:
39 yo mom of one born via cesarean 19 years ago
5'3 124 lbs ( gained 30 lbs during pregnancy but have maintained weight since)
Athletic build, worked out for years, can achieve low body fat but like many other moms, I cannot tighten the area below my navel. I assume from cesarean.
I posted my stats in case there is anyone with similarities and will continue to journal my experience as I found many others incredibly helpful!
I will post before pics closer to the date.
Stats:
39 yo mom of one born via cesarean 19 years ago
5'3 124 lbs ( gained 30 lbs during pregnancy but have maintained weight since)
Athletic build, worked out for years, can achieve low body fat but like many other moms, I cannot tighten the area below my navel. I assume from cesarean.
I posted my stats in case there is anyone with similarities and will continue to journal my experience as I found many others incredibly helpful!
I will post before pics closer to the date.
Replies (10)
January 2, 2017
Hi ! I've just joined this site and I'm going in for my TT with hernia and muscle repair this Thursday 5th Jan. I look very similar to your before pics. I was just wondering as I have a separation of the muscles from top to bottom if that's why they did a vertical cut (or what looks to be one from your pic) my surgeon said he thinks he will be able to repair my muscles thru the horizontal cut but just wanting to check Incase I wake up with a vertical aswell. Like you I have minimal skin to but doc assures he will have enough to remove from belly button down :) p.s hope your healing well.
January 2, 2017
Hi there!! That vertical cut was from my old belly button that he wa unable to cut off completely due to lack of skin. He need more skin to stitch back together in order to get off as many stretch marks as possible. It's soooo tiny though. Best wishes!!! :)
January 4, 2017
Me too! Exact same procedures and similar build, with not a lot of excess fat or skin. My twin pregnancy 7 years ago combined with a singleton pregnancy almost 5 years ago did their damage. I go in this Thursday, January 5th at 7 am too! I'll be thinking of you!
January 4, 2017
Good luck to the both of you!!! We all just need to be patient with the results, as hard as that seems to be. Ha It actually hasn't been so bad.
January 4, 2017
Good luck for tomorrow Susan. I'm a complete mess tonight worried about the procedure. Thanks newme7797. I'll let you both know how it goes :)
January 4, 2017
Hi you look amazing. I also live in the St Louis area and I have been having a difficult time making a decision. Who was your surgeon? and what was the cost?
January 4, 2017
Thank you very much. I used Dr Prada after much research and several consultations later. The cost will vary depending on several factors: extended tummy tuck, Lipo and in how many areas, surgery location and if you are an existing customer. Depending on your choices it could range anywhere from $8000 and up.
UPDATED FROM Newme7797
1 day post
Tummy tuck completed
Newme7797December 30, 2016
Had my tummy tuck yesterday along with muscle repair and Lipo of hips and outer thighs. I actually had lots of pain throughout the night until my dr finally changed my pain meds and muscle relaxers then I slept well. I'm doing alright now. I took a quick peek and so far I think I'm going to be pleased. I'm excited to unwrap all off these bandages to get a better look but will wait until Saturday and post pics
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December 30, 2016
You look so tiny and your incision is so low. Excited for your results.
February 5, 2017
What pain meds worked for you? My PS is prescribing Percocet 5/325. He does not send pain pump home or use Experal and I'm so worried about the pain. I go February 15th.
February 5, 2017
Oh wow, I thought most do send you home with a pain pump, especially if you do the muscle repair. I wonder why he doesn't. I also had Percocet that I took for 3 days as directed then switched to taking half pills. Pain meds knock me out and I didn't want to sleep all day. Haha
I'm sure your dr will help you manage the pain. It's super exciting and you will do just fine! ;)
I'm sure your dr will help you manage the pain. It's super exciting and you will do just fine! ;)
UPDATED FROM Newme7797
2 days post
Day 2 post op
Newme7797December 30, 2016
Still in pain basically every 3 hrs when the meds wear off. Here is the best pic I could take so far.
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December 30, 2016
Oh and also the backmax wedge did not work for me. I just ended up using the the back Part only along with several pillows.
December 31, 2016
Ok I decided I now love the backmax wedge. Haha I got the most sleep on this thing. Probably was also because I switched over to Percocet and slept like a baby for five hours. Ahhhh
Hey girl welcome to the community. I am really happy that you finally created a profile and started moving forward. Being scared is normal right now. You will have the fluttery tummy and start questioning everything. Try not to over think anything or you will go bats. Take a look in my Notebooks and check out some of my favorite lists that I saved. You will find some helpful information. And always let me know if you have any questions.
And of course join in the Forums, you will love it.
You're welcome:)