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I know it will get better... - Surrey, BC
UPDATED FROM Waitingforflat
16 days post
So this week has been a real trial for me. I think...
WaitingforflatFebruary 8, 2013
WORTH IT$3,650
So this week has been a real trial for me. I think this has by far been the worst week so far! Going back to work was tough. Even just doing desk work, by the time I picked up the kids I was done. Couldn't even make dinner the first day back. But every day has been a noticeable improvement. More energy, less pain and swelling. Maybe just getting back into a semi normal routine has been good for me!
I am 17 days post op today and though still very swollen, there has been a vast improvement in the feelings and swelling amount. I don't think I will be back in pre-op clothing for a while, but at least I can see a ray of sun peeking out in the future :)
Pain wise, there have been some strange shooting pains near the incision. I put this down to healing and feelings comin back. I am still very numb, but the numb area seems to be getting slightly smaller and my muscle contractions fewer and farther between.
On a negative note, my belly button seems to be going flat and not a nice innie like I had hoped for. This could be from swelling this evening, but does anyone know how to ensure an innie?
Things are looking up ;)
I am 17 days post op today and though still very swollen, there has been a vast improvement in the feelings and swelling amount. I don't think I will be back in pre-op clothing for a while, but at least I can see a ray of sun peeking out in the future :)
Pain wise, there have been some strange shooting pains near the incision. I put this down to healing and feelings comin back. I am still very numb, but the numb area seems to be getting slightly smaller and my muscle contractions fewer and farther between.
On a negative note, my belly button seems to be going flat and not a nice innie like I had hoped for. This could be from swelling this evening, but does anyone know how to ensure an innie?
Things are looking up ;)
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UPDATED FROM Waitingforflat
13 days post
Tomorrow is 2 weeks. I am back to work and is it...
WaitingforflatFebruary 5, 2013
Tomorrow is 2 weeks. I am back to work and is it ever tough!!! Even though I am on deglaze work only and have set up a recliner in the lunch room to rest on my break, I am so swollen and sore by the time I get home!
I almost feel as if I look worse right now than before. I am so swollen, hunched over and I cannot fit any of my clothes! I know it will get better, but it can't come soon enough.
My hubby is working out of town for the next 3-6 months so its really hard taking care of the kids, the household and working while trying to rest as much as I can. Horrible timing for him to have to go, but I guess it could be worse.
I almost feel as if I look worse right now than before. I am so swollen, hunched over and I cannot fit any of my clothes! I know it will get better, but it can't come soon enough.
My hubby is working out of town for the next 3-6 months so its really hard taking care of the kids, the household and working while trying to rest as much as I can. Horrible timing for him to have to go, but I guess it could be worse.
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February 6, 2013
You look great!! Hope you can get some good sleep soon. Hang in there it does get better I have been there and still get that way sometimes but as long as you keep taking pictures for yourself and see the changes every week thats what keeps helping me.
February 6, 2013
Thanks for the encouragement :) I do know the end results will be worth it, it's hard to be positive everyday though lol
February 6, 2013
Awww, I read your post today and wanted to send you a hug....I know it is tough and yes, sometimes I do feel as if I looked better when I worked out and was able to squeeze myself into stuff with the help of body shapers but at the end of the day when I took it all off the fat and flab was still there - it just looked smaller....but the great thing about our surgery is the fat and flab is gooooneeee!!!! and in a few months you will be able to look fabulous all the time - day and night. I know it's hard - I am almost seven weeks post op and not flat by any means - I am so puffy above my incision and the area is so tender that I too feel discouraged at times. ...but I do believe that God has given us another opportunity to feel good about ourselves so hang in there and cheer up. Your hubby working out-of-town probably came at a rough time but try to stay smiling and will pray that today you will find something to make you laugh from the heart ;-). We are here for you.
February 6, 2013
Thank you :) as silly as it may sound, the encouraging words help! Especially with no one here except myself and my kids to cheer me up, lol. Every day is getting better, and by no means has it been overly a negative experience for me as far as complications etc. so I consider myself lucky so far! You have a great day and thanks again!
February 6, 2013
Oh man I really feel for you. You've got to be exhausted. Normalcy will return but when that happens I will let you know lol. I would say 3weeks was a huge turning point for me. The hunching takes a long time 5-6wks. Swelling takes forever! Us DEc TTers are all complaining about it right now. But we're all finally getting back to the gym (something to look forward to) I hope that some how you get the support you much need and can find it in yourself to put yourself first just for this small time. You deserve it and need it. But hey despite all you look awesome :) xoxoxo
February 6, 2013
Thanks!! I cannot wait to get back to the gym! Only a few more weeks I hope! What week would you say you peaked in swelling? I'm hoping it does not get much worse! Lol
UPDATED FROM Waitingforflat
11 days post
I am at day 11 and it's back to work full time as...
WaitingforflatFebruary 3, 2013
I am at day 11 and it's back to work full time as of tomorrow. I think I am ready, well, I guess it doesn't matter or not because I have no choice lol!
I'm feeling about 60% back to my old self. Besides the major swelling and tiring easy I have no complaints. I am standing about 90% straight again (more so in the morning less so as the day goes on)
I took the dressing off my bb tonight and am very pleased how it is coming along! Starting to push in a bit! I hate the swelling ridges along the incision though, it's almost the same as pre-op but hard instead of jiggly loose skin.... I know this is temporary though...
All in all I am very happy I did this and each day is getting better and better!
I'm feeling about 60% back to my old self. Besides the major swelling and tiring easy I have no complaints. I am standing about 90% straight again (more so in the morning less so as the day goes on)
I took the dressing off my bb tonight and am very pleased how it is coming along! Starting to push in a bit! I hate the swelling ridges along the incision though, it's almost the same as pre-op but hard instead of jiggly loose skin.... I know this is temporary though...
All in all I am very happy I did this and each day is getting better and better!
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February 4, 2013
I hope you have a sedetary job? I went back on day 27 so I really hope all goes well for you tomorrow.
February 4, 2013
I have a pretty demanding job, but I will be in light/desk duty for the next few weeks until I am healed more and can handle more!
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