My Journey - Charlotte, NC

I took the next step. I have been researching for years and I've been a member of RealSelf for some time. So the next step was the consultation. We talked about my expectations and talked about reality. I knew at that moment that the next step was moving forward. In two days I will have my procedure.

I don't remember any part of getting home, but I went to bed as soon as I got home.
Day 1, I was so tender and in moderate pain. Everything was so tight. Day 2, I drained a lot of fluids, so I tried to keep myself hydrated, moving, but also resting.
Day 3, the bruises are coming in. I was up all night itching. I think it was the pain killers. Still very sore. No regrets. I go do a follow-up today. I'm looking forward to seeing my final results in the late Fall or Winter.

At 1 week, I was draining constantly. I was really swollen and super tender. I quit taking pain meds after five days and haven't needed them since. I got my drain out from my crack. That is much more comfortable. The stitches from the entry under the butt and on my back itch. I drive and try to do an activity once a day for a few hours. It completely exhausts me. I've found that drinking water is my best friend and I'm not a water fan. The tummy tuck is definitely uncomfortable. And this compression garment. I empathize with women. I understand how uncomfortable sitting on a pad for days can be.
To keep it real, I was able to resume sexual activities on day six. Just be careful and not too rough.