Bringing my Sexy Back at 40! - Skokie, IL

After YEARS of contemplating, deciding & changing my mind, I'm going for it. 3 beautiful children by C -section, surgery from a medical condition & LIFE, transformed my 5 foot frame from 120 lbs to 180 lbs. no matter what I did, the belly had set up permanent residency. My self esteem was fine. My husband of 21 years tells me all the time how good I look & he makes sure I always feel sexy. But I was tired of camoflauging the belly and was ready to wear a snug jersey dress without my Spanx.

I'm laying in bed early the next morning after my procedure. The pain was intense, but not excruciating as I anticipated. I'm so glad I found this site! It's become my bible of preparation! I take my meds every 4 hours and I know that helps. My honey has been a trooper -taking care of me as he always does. I asked why he agreed to surgery if he didn't think I needed it. He looks at me incredulously & says, "you've been talking about this SO long - I couldn't take it anymore. This procedure can't make you any more beautiful than you already are." isn't he wonderful? I disagree, but boy, does he make low self esteem non-existence in our home.

Oops! I digress from my journey.....the worse part so far is getting situated in bed and the inability to clean after myself in restroom. That's where my honey steps in!

I have one drain & it's been draining pretty regularly. My follow up is later, so we will see how things are healing! Will post photos soon!

My recovery is still progressing well - other than these GAS PAINS!! I see a lot about 'Swell Hell' but my goodness- there is nothing like this pain. These pains are almost worse than post surgery pain!! I've talked to the nurse & now I'm taking a laxative. She said 'Take it until you go' so that's what I'm doing. I get up & walk every few hours and will continue to do so. Everyone says walking helps- so off I go!! I can't wait until my shower today - I'll get my first peak at the results :-)