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TT lipo with MR
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I'm a 53 year old mom of a son & daughter...
Cute grandmaMay 8, 2013
WORTH IT$6,500
I'm a 53 year old mom of a son & daughter & grandma of two precious boys 2 1/2 & 1 1/2. I'm 5'4 135-140 I've had a tummy ever since having my kids over thirty years ago. I lost my husband to cancer 7 years ago this month & I guess it's time to do something for me, my arms & legs are pretty normal it's just my gut.. I'm very nervous about the pain but my ps promises she won't let me be in very much pain.. She's a doll & I've seen her work its amazing, she's planning on doing lipo along with this procedure . After this I'm planning on a breast lift with reduction.. Love this site you ladies give me such hope! Will keep you updated
UPDATED FROM Cute grandma
26 days pre
So embarrassed my pics are up for all the world to...
Cute grandmaMay 10, 2013
So embarrassed my pics are up for all the world to see, but in a little over 3 weeks I will have a flat tummy! On 30 th of April I tripped & roll my ankle & broke my foot in two places I'm a little concerned that I can't really exercise cause I have to stay off of it as much as possible that I won't be at my best before surgery, but if I'm gonna be laid up I figure might as well do it all at once.. Good thing is I found out I have osteoporosis so I am taking meds & vitamins to help with that, there's always a bright side to every situation trust me I know this to be true, back in 1997 my daughter almost died in a car accident , she was in a coma for days & if she lived we didn't know what kind of damage there would b, today she's a wife & mom of two beautiful boys & you would never know by looking at her what she has been through! It's been quite a journey to say the least.. My point in sharing this is to remind myself & to give others hope that no matter how bleak & dark a moment in our lives can be there truly is a bright side... May need you ladies to remind me of this down the road... Lol hope everyone is healing & keeping a positive outlook...
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May 10, 2013
You will love the results! I'm 53 also and 5'3 118-122. My skin just drove me crazy. If I stretched up high and stood just right I could have nice skin and a flat belly...if I moved it was right back. The skin tone wasn't there anymore. So, I'm 5 weeks po and love my belly. Kennedy is right about recovery. It has taken longer than I expected. Wearing compression gear still (and starting to like it!!). But I'm healing and so happy!! I never questioned my decision afterwards. Keep us posted and good luck. Your dr sounds compassionate and caring.
May 10, 2013
Hi cute grandma!! We are about the same age, height, weight, and body type!!! I carried all my weight in my stomach as well, always sooooo self conscious about my gut!!! I had a tt,mr,and lipo on 4/22 and although the recovery is taking longer than anticipated, my stomach looks amazing! Well to me anyway, lol!! I have never had this flat of a belly, not even before children. Just make sure you have some help for the first few days at least and if you have any questions feel free to message me :)
May 10, 2013
Thanks bikini, just looked your story up & looked at your pics, you look amazing, & I will take you up on asking for advice. I'm really nervous but excited as well your pics give me lots of hope.. They stabbing pain you describe scares the hell out of me!!
May 10, 2013
Did I say that? Lol! The first week is kinda crappy, but then each day gets a bit better! I usually bounce back quick after surgery, this is just taking longer than I planned for . But everyone is soooo different on recovery with this, yours may just be a piece of cake!!! God bless and keep in touch
May 10, 2013
Have a question , I'm hearing a lot about having problems with having a BM after the surgery, what do you ladies recommend to help with that?
May 11, 2013
My dr wouldn't let me leave the hospital until I had one :). I remember same thing when i had c-sections years ago. I had to do a pre op bowel prep so my bowels would be empty. This keeps pressure off the stomach area. A few days before my surgery I began drinking a fiber powder and also taking a stool softener every day. It worked out well. My dr wanted me off pain meds quickly ( turned out I didn't need them) bc it slows down the whole digestive system...just my experience.
May 11, 2013
Hey Cute Grandma:
I recently had a TT and am 4 weeks post op. I would highly recommend "Prunelax" It is a laxative with Prune extracts. I would take about 3 pills before I went to bed at night and I would have a BM in the morning. Hope that helps!
May 14, 2013
We have alot in common. I will be 52 a few days after my surgery - have 2 grandchildren (10 and 7) and 1 on the way. I too lost my husband to cancer a little over 6 years ago. Yeah for us! I look forward to following your journey!
May 14, 2013
You are gonna have great results!
May 14, 2013
I'm sorry just saw your pics & wow woman you look like a million your story is very encouraging!!!
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4 days pre
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Cute grandmaMay 31, 2013
Because of my foot I thought I should wait, but then I realized my summer is already messed up so might as well go ahead. Rehired a nurse got my new craft matic type bed & guess I'm ready, still really nervous I think that's normal... I'll update June 5 after I make it to the flat side!!!
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June 1, 2013
Your time is right around the corner. I don't see your pics??? Mine took a little over a day to show up on my profile. Good luck to ya next week.
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Welcome to the community:) Happy to hear you are doing something for yourself now. You will love the results and will do just fine.
Wow you are going all out with the reduction and tummy. Let me know when you are ready for the BR and lift.
We are here for you so keep us up to date every step of the way.