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33 Years Old, 2 Kids, Hernia and Diastis and Ptosis/ South Africa, ZA
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mmonsterApril 2, 2016
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Third time must be a charm to load my review?!?
I wasn't sure I was going to write a review however spending so much time on "real self" over the last couple of months and how much valuable information I have learnt I feel honored to be able to share my story as well!
In Cape Town South Africa we really are spoilt for choice with excellent surgeons and what I have learnt is that choosing a surgeon ultimately comes down to (after credentials and experience) personal preferences like choosing a painting! Artwork can be beautiful to one person and not another.
I am about 5,5" and +-58kg - I am young fit and healthy. I have always believed in moderation and a balanced life. I eat clean, exercise and enjoy my life.
After my first pregnancy I got a hernia and Diastis, my daughter is now almost 4. My baby boy is nearly 15 months and I breast fed both of them for a little under 1 year. I put on about 20kg with both of them and was incredible careful with food but hat was my pregnancy weight. I also walked my dogs every days while pregnant (but couldn't towards the end).
My GP suggested I go see a general surgeon, this was towards the end of last year, for my hernia as he felt it was getting a bit worse. The GS said I have to have it fixed within the first half of this year. I chatted to him about my Diastis and he left that side to me.
I visited PS 1 who wasn't really my cup of tea. It just didn't feel right and while his credentials amazing we just saw different outcomes. He also wanted to do each surgery separately. I went to PS 2 and we just clicked. I was skeptical of the surgery to start off (for personal reasons) and with her, she made me feel better. Confirmed all my reasons for being there in the first place.
I think the main reasons i have desired to go ahead is for my future self, my core and my spine. My inversion poses in yoga where my insides don't feel like they going to fall out.
The boobs are really just a bonus!
I have decided to go for 250-280cc round silicone implant placed with he dual plane technique. The lift will be done with the lollipop incisions. The tummy tuck will be the standard hip to hip but as my belly button sits quite high I may have a slight vertical scar depending how much skin can be stretched.
I am incredibly nervous and can't believe that Monday is D day.
I know that I certainly won't be in a rush as recovery will be key to long term healthy results. I will have the rest of my life with a strong core to get strong. I really respect the human body and am lucky mine works so well making two beautiful healthy children.
Wish me luck. Will see you on the other side! ????
I wasn't sure I was going to write a review however spending so much time on "real self" over the last couple of months and how much valuable information I have learnt I feel honored to be able to share my story as well!
In Cape Town South Africa we really are spoilt for choice with excellent surgeons and what I have learnt is that choosing a surgeon ultimately comes down to (after credentials and experience) personal preferences like choosing a painting! Artwork can be beautiful to one person and not another.
I am about 5,5" and +-58kg - I am young fit and healthy. I have always believed in moderation and a balanced life. I eat clean, exercise and enjoy my life.
After my first pregnancy I got a hernia and Diastis, my daughter is now almost 4. My baby boy is nearly 15 months and I breast fed both of them for a little under 1 year. I put on about 20kg with both of them and was incredible careful with food but hat was my pregnancy weight. I also walked my dogs every days while pregnant (but couldn't towards the end).
My GP suggested I go see a general surgeon, this was towards the end of last year, for my hernia as he felt it was getting a bit worse. The GS said I have to have it fixed within the first half of this year. I chatted to him about my Diastis and he left that side to me.
I visited PS 1 who wasn't really my cup of tea. It just didn't feel right and while his credentials amazing we just saw different outcomes. He also wanted to do each surgery separately. I went to PS 2 and we just clicked. I was skeptical of the surgery to start off (for personal reasons) and with her, she made me feel better. Confirmed all my reasons for being there in the first place.
I think the main reasons i have desired to go ahead is for my future self, my core and my spine. My inversion poses in yoga where my insides don't feel like they going to fall out.
The boobs are really just a bonus!
I have decided to go for 250-280cc round silicone implant placed with he dual plane technique. The lift will be done with the lollipop incisions. The tummy tuck will be the standard hip to hip but as my belly button sits quite high I may have a slight vertical scar depending how much skin can be stretched.
I am incredibly nervous and can't believe that Monday is D day.
I know that I certainly won't be in a rush as recovery will be key to long term healthy results. I will have the rest of my life with a strong core to get strong. I really respect the human body and am lucky mine works so well making two beautiful healthy children.
Wish me luck. Will see you on the other side! ????
UPDATED FROM mmonster
1 day pre
So anxious
mmonsterApril 3, 2016
I am going in tomorrow for my op and I don't feel the excitement everyone posts about.
I am scared and nervous.
I am scared and nervous.
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April 3, 2016
Best of luck tomorrow! What you are feeling is completely normal. You are having major surgery and don't know what to expect. Is it painful? Yes, but it is temporary and the results will be so worth it! I am 5 weeks post op and look and feel great! I cook, clean, exercise, and take care of four kids! Other than lifting heavy and working my core there isn't much I can't do. My advice is to stay on the pain meds around the clock the first 3 days. If your PS uses experal, that is a bonus! My mother stayed with me for a month which was very helpful but not necessary. If you have any questions or anything you can email me and I will do the best I can to be of help!
April 4, 2016
Thank you for sharing your journey with this community. How did everything go at your pre-op appointment?
April 5, 2016
@sonja1979 thanks you so very much! I have organized help where I could be "bed ridden" for 2 weeks even if not necessary. We also very fortunate as I do have a house keeper after that to help with the kids. Will post my update. But thank you I really appreciated this!
UPDATED FROM mmonster
Day of treatment
1 day P O
mmonsterApril 5, 2016
Hi all, so after my mini melt down the day before my surgery I was teary and really scared. I kept having thoughts that I should postpone till another year (like 10years) but of course always came back to the fact that being young, fit and healthy will always play better in your favour!
I arrived at 6:30am at the clinic and was immediately made to feel comfortable and at ease. All the nurses introduced themselves and anethetist came and introduce her self. Had my marking and was already so relaxed. Got wheeled off and woke up after it was all done.
Didn't feel much except a little neaseus and tight abs more towards the top. But got meds for that and all was well.
Was very in and out of it yesterday. My husband came and my mom and dad (I am the only girl of 3 boys) so they just wanted to see me. And we all very close. My mom braided my hair and it's so comfortable not being in my face.
I slept as well as i could have in these circumstances but got good rest.
Today I feel like a person again. Sore and drowsy but myself. Trying to peak but too much taping. I am also staying in hospital tonight which puts my heart at east knowing I don't need to be "on" for anyone!
I honestly am so greatful for this community site! Thanks you all you brave wonderful women!
I arrived at 6:30am at the clinic and was immediately made to feel comfortable and at ease. All the nurses introduced themselves and anethetist came and introduce her self. Had my marking and was already so relaxed. Got wheeled off and woke up after it was all done.
Didn't feel much except a little neaseus and tight abs more towards the top. But got meds for that and all was well.
Was very in and out of it yesterday. My husband came and my mom and dad (I am the only girl of 3 boys) so they just wanted to see me. And we all very close. My mom braided my hair and it's so comfortable not being in my face.
I slept as well as i could have in these circumstances but got good rest.
Today I feel like a person again. Sore and drowsy but myself. Trying to peak but too much taping. I am also staying in hospital tonight which puts my heart at east knowing I don't need to be "on" for anyone!
I honestly am so greatful for this community site! Thanks you all you brave wonderful women!
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