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38 Years Old 3 Pregnancies - South Africa
UPDATED FROM GillyBen
18 days post
18 days post op
GillyBenJuly 26, 2015
$6,500
Right so I'm doing so much better but wow it's an emotional roller coaster. I'm tired of being sore and dreading going back to work this week. Wish I had waited another week. Itchiness and bruising all cleared now. But still bent over when walking and back ache can be the pits. I'm looking forward to the day I wake up and I'm just feeling healthy and happy! Belly button and cut looking way better! Now if that swelling would only subside!
UPDATED FROM GillyBen
9 days post
11 days post op
GillyBenJuly 18, 2015
So the drains coming out on Thursday was a turning point. I am far more mobile and in a lot less pain. I have a hematoma on my back but I am advised gentle massage will make it go away. Day by day the swelling is easing and my cut is looking better and better. Let's hope the healing process continues well!
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July 18, 2015
Isn't it wonderful to get those drains out, mine were removed yesterday and I feel so much better. You look great!! Isn't it the best decision, I'm so thankful this surgery is available and recovery is not too bad. I love the transformation. I feel so much better when I look in the mirror now lol! Happy healing to us!!
July 18, 2015
I Felt great after drain removal. Two days later and I'm feeling a wee bit depressed. My eldest son said I should get a refund because I still look fat

July 18, 2015
Aww don't feel down, did u tell him about "swell hell" the body has to go through major swelling and healing before it can finally show its true results! You have to be patient and that's not very nice he said that. After all, it is considered a major surgery. You need positive vibes when healing both physically and mentally. If there is any negative you should shut it out. Be patient u look great!
July 19, 2015
He's only 14 so I couldn't take it too personally. I have my moments and like I said it's hard because my biggest supporter (my husband) is on contract in Asia for next 5 weeks and isn't here to boost my fragile ego. I am still however amazed at the flatness albeit that I am swollen and can't say how I am going to look. I am also paranoid about infections. Weird. I managed a bit more this morning and walking getting easier by the day. My back ache is awful however. Off to shower and take some more post op pics with no binder on. Hoping I can see a difference today! Thanks for encouragement!
July 19, 2015
You don't look fat at all! Your results are great and you are doing so well without your husband there. I bet you can't wait to show him the new you ?!
July 19, 2015
Yeah I'm kind of glad he has missed all the drains and bruises. Hopefully when he gets home in August I will be bruise and swelling free! How are you doing today?
UPDATED FROM GillyBen
7 days post
Day 7
GillyBenJuly 15, 2015
So bruising is dropping a bit and yellow g on top. Walking becoming easier but slowly. Last drain out tomorrow whoop whoop! I managed to sit with little man this evening (who is almost 3) and play games with him on his I pad (we have a power outage so no electricity), without worrying too much about kicks and accidental bumps. He also gave me huge cuddles and it didn't hurt! Yay! One area of concern for me is that I have developed a lump on my right hip just under the lipo area. Thank goodness I am seeing doc tomorrow afternoon so he can check it out. I keep itching like crazy in the bruised areas...anyone else had this before? I'm hoping it's a sign of healing! Scar not too bad considering it's a week. I can't remember how fast or slow I healed from 3 emergency C Sections. I was either planning funerals for my two angel babies or expressing milk for the little guy in NICU. So how I was healing of no concern at that time I guess. I think cut and belly button look good, but Lack of feeling around navel is so weird! Very swollen today and looking so big. Im going to put this down to swelling and water and fluid retention. Let's hope lump Resolves itself!
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July 19, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss your babies...you have been through a lot. You look amazing and I hope your surgery brings you a lot of happiness and quick healing! You're doing great!
July 20, 2015
Thank you! Its been a long road for us...this surgery meant so much psychologically...
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