4 weeks- Before Pics Added Stamford, CT

I had my TT this past Wednesday. April 17. Much like many reviews that I read having two pregnancies where I had large babies really did me in. I am 5'1 and weighed 120 pre pregnancy. I was very fit and finally at a happy weight, where previously I had bounced between 104 and 128 lbs and struggled with my weight. I was not physical or emmotional prepared after my two children being born by C/S and my stomach would never be the same. I figured after my first child that I would need a TT but remained in denial and hoped and prayed that I could just work out really hard and it would all go back together. I even tried hide it with girdles and painful spanx, but no matter how hard I worked out my I always looked like I was 5 months pregnant. Honestly the thought of another surgical procedure scared the heck out if me. But here I am 5 day PO and very excited to say it feels good to be on the flat side ! Thank you ladies that have come before me your stories are inspirational and good luck to those gearing up!

I will add photos later!

One week PO. Got stitches out today. Can't find any before shots but I thought I would add some pictures I took today. I have to say , I am very pleased with everything. I love by belly button. My PS made it look so natural. I am still a little swollen but I can already see my abs which have been hidden for so long. I haven't been all that curious about what I look like under the bindings until now, so it was a nice surprise to see what my stomach looked like.

Feeling blue. Just thought I would update. The recovery is fine, no complications, but I know longer have consistant help. I feel normal and strong most days, but I am unable to keep up with my children. My friends have been trying to fill in the gaps, but it just looks like I am milking it, because I appear fine. I just can't lift my son or chase after him. I still get tired easily and after a long day with the kids my abs are soooooo sore. My PS ideally wants me to rest, but its getting harder. I knew recovery was long and hard, but damn...its really dragging. I know I am just complaing, but I honestly didnt think about how my kids figured into this recovery process.