Tummy Tuck

I'm an athletic mom of 3 (5'9, 128 pounds) who has had DR since my second child which was made worse after my third. The DR caused other complications, as it felt like my body was splitting at the midline: pubic & lower back pain. I only wanted surgery as a last resort, so I've tried physical therapy, Pilates, weight training, and the Kayla Itsines Bikini Body Guide (looooove btw! Def check it out if you are in to fitness!). Though I've become stronger and have ab muscles, I couldn't close the gap and finally consulted surgeons.

I had my surgery yesterday and am in pain. I thought the pain would be bad but I could shuffle around a bit, but any major movement is difficult and requires help. I bought a gigantic wedge pillow for my bed but there is no way I can swing my legs over to get on the bed, so I've been in my nursing chair since I got home. My butt is sore from sitting so much so I'm looking at having a donut cushion delivered today.

When I found out that TT also generally include liposuction to the flanks I opted to have a fat transfer to the breast as well, as mine are nonexistent. Unfortunately i was told after surgery I didn't have enough fat for the transfer! Clearly I should have indulged more over the holidays.

I think (hope?) I reached rock bottom yesterday morning when even 2 painkillers wouldn't make a dent in the pain. I called dr for help but heard nothing back. 3 hours later my husband called and I was given an additional prescription that finally made me relax a bit. Night 2 was slightly more comfortable but I'm still wondering why I did this to myself.

Surgery on Wednesday and today is Friday. I had extreme pain yesterday and called into office but didn't get a call back. Thought for sure the office would call to check on me today before the weekend but haven't heard from them. Is this industry standard? No communication at all until first appointment 5 days later?

I'm including some weight training photos to show you how fitness didn't improve tummy.