38 Yr Old Mom of 2 Children Tummy Tuck and Liposuction of the Flanks and Back Fat

I'm 16 hours post op and doing great. I gained a lot of weight with my 1st pregnancy 19 years ago and got pregnant again 5 months later. I absolutely hated my pooch. I am very active although had previously have gained and lost weight fluctuatating between 140-207 pounds for years. I finally got on Medifast 2 1/2 years ago and lost about 50 pounds (now 162) and have maintained this for 2 years. I got married to a wonderful man who has been very supportive in my decision to have a TT. I'm also an extreme snowmobiler and knew I needed at least 6 months recovery time. I had my first consultation April 18 and they could get me in May 8th. I don't think I would have wanted to wait any longer as the nerves would have continued to get worse! Thank God I'm very close to Jesus, and believe in the power of prayer. That has made a world of difference!

Had a pretty easy time last night but did notice I had to get up and pee about every 2 hours even though I was drinking that much. Thank God for my husband- he had to sit me up and move my legs over the side of the bed so I could get to my walker, then I would back up to the toilet and he would hold me and gently place me down on the seat. Drains are doing good, but as everyone said "annoying" and I can't wear any underwear, just my big pj pants. Compression stockings are also on 24/7 until I am walking good. Worst part of the day was our 4 hour drive home. Roads were rough and I felt every stinkin bump. Slept in a bed last night and probably will keep doing that with a bunch of pillows propped everywhere.

Exactly one week and I'm doing great. Finally weaned myself off pain pills by day 5 except for taking one dose at bedtime to try and get comfortable. The main reason I believe I'm doing so great is I had purchased a Bonito compression garment #4006 prior to surgery. I wanted to be put in it after surgery but the doctors office refused and placed me in the traditional binder. Horrible thing! By the 3rd morning I begged my hubby to help me take off the binder and put the Bonito on. Seriously the second I was in it I was in heaven! My drain tubes have a perfect spot to come out off and it is just wonderful. I've had minimal swelling and it helped me feel more comfortable. Go get you one. You won't regret it, I promise. Sizing was a bit tricky as I was in between a L and XL.... I chose to go with the larger size because I knew I would have bandaging and swelling and it fits perfectly. On day four I had my belly button stiches and lipo back stiches come off. I've washed my hair with help in the kitchen sink twice. Still not allowed to shower but sponge bathes. I'm eating pretty clean ( had some pizza one night and some dark chocolate) other than that clean eating.