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I'm a close to 40 yo mom of 2 (6,3). I have...
sallieeJuly 31, 2013
WORTH IT$8,000
I'm a close to 40 yo mom of 2 (6,3). I have always had weight issues and have been fighting my entire life for a figure. I didn't much weight with either pregnancy, but I was left with diastasis rectii and C-section over hang. I finally decided that before 40, I finally want to have to body I always dreamed of. I weighed highest at 180 and lowest at 115. I'm 5'4" and weigh 125-130 presently. I have had BA in 2012 with great results, but I did have lipo to the abdomen in 2011 that turned out horribly. I can't wear a bikini because of the disfiguration. I'm hoping the TT will correct it (I'm not expecting miracles at this point) enough for me to wear a bikini again. I am so happy to have found this website and see so many beautiful, amazing women who empower me everyday. I wish and pray all of you the best that life has to offer! Photos to come later....:)
UPDATED FROM salliee
20 days pre
photos
sallieeAugust 2, 2013
beware....the bottom is disfigured and the lighting really doesn't show the deformities. There is a wishbone indentation in the center top portion of my abdomen where the doctor jammed in the cannula in only 2 places, hence leaving the wishbone mark. Hopefully, I will not need fat grafting the future to correct this, but it's a possibility that I can't wish away...
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August 6, 2013
You're going to look so amazing! The first few days were a little tougher than I expected, but after day 9 I felt awesome. It's totally worth the, money, surgery and recovery time (and I'm still swollen). I can't wait till I see my final results!
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9 days pre
10 days to go!!!!
sallieeAugust 12, 2013
So, I read all my lovely August TT advice and I think I am ready to go...
1.gauze
2.blue absorbent pads
3.betadine wipes
4.silicone tape for later
5.dulcolax suppositories ( i hate drinking it) :0
6. bromelain, arnica tablets, arnice gel
7. pillows for arms. legs, feet
8.dry hair shampoo for day 2 when your hair is sticking to your scalp and feels like its melting onto you face..LOL
9.playing extra with kids
10. working extra hard so I don't feel guilty for taking time off.
So far I had a slumber party of 4 kids from 3-7 years of age and woke up this morning at 6:00am. My husband I cooked breakfast and I'm at work by 8am for a 13 hour shift.
I hope I'm ready....Did I miss anything?
Happy Monday all!
1.gauze
2.blue absorbent pads
3.betadine wipes
4.silicone tape for later
5.dulcolax suppositories ( i hate drinking it) :0
6. bromelain, arnica tablets, arnice gel
7. pillows for arms. legs, feet
8.dry hair shampoo for day 2 when your hair is sticking to your scalp and feels like its melting onto you face..LOL
9.playing extra with kids
10. working extra hard so I don't feel guilty for taking time off.
So far I had a slumber party of 4 kids from 3-7 years of age and woke up this morning at 6:00am. My husband I cooked breakfast and I'm at work by 8am for a 13 hour shift.
I hope I'm ready....Did I miss anything?
Happy Monday all!
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August 12, 2013
I used stool softeners from the day of surgery (had BMW PO Day2) and continue until I'm exercising like I need to. Polysporin, cami/soft right tanks (old if you can), I got a 24oz bubba insulated cup with a straw, 2x2 gauze or 4x4 cut (cover bb and small places), Gatorade for the initial 4-5 days post, Excited for you!!!!! :) I made a list on my blog- didn't get a toilet seat, never had a need.
August 13, 2013
Much luck to you, you will be so happy! I would also get some protein shakes because for the first couple of days you won't feel like eating much. I bought the Kellogs milk chocolate brand. A toilet seat riser really saved me, but I'm 5'7". Dowload lots of books. :)
August 13, 2013
Thanks ms Gotham! I have some books and not tall like you so I hope I'm ok. I might get a big gulp cup like some TT women used and stand and go in the cup! LOL!
August 13, 2013
Good luck to you! It sounds like you are ready!
August 13, 2013
Thank you! I hope my scars look like yours but 1 year out and my BA scars are still a thin dark line. Did you use anything special for your TT scar?
August 13, 2013
I used silicone scar strips for a short time but what a pain. Mostly vitamin e and coconut oil and massaged. I was careful to keep out of the sun the first two years as well. Hit and miss with them now. I really don't even notice them much anymore.
August 14, 2013
You are going to have the cutest tight little tummy!!!! Aren't you just totally excited? 8 days, girlie!!! :)
August 14, 2013
I have such anxiety! Can't sleep well and eating habits are really out if whack. I hope my tummy looks as tiny as your does! :)
August 14, 2013
I'm so sorry! :( about the procedure or recovery? Oh, YOU, my friend are going to be a knock out! Already cute shape- will just get better!
August 14, 2013
Thank you! You always make me feel better! I'm worried about my kids, taking time off work, recovery, the scar- basically the whole thing! LOL!
August 14, 2013
:( so sorry, I understand though. I did too emotionally prepare for the worse 3-6 weeks of my life and its been nothing like I thought! Who is helping with your kids? Family? Work- don't worry, it'll all be saved up for you when you get back, lol ( I know that's NO comfort, lol!) how do you scar usually? They say if you want to get a glimpse of how you'll scar- look at older ones you already have. That made me feel better :). ((((((Hugs))))) my friend! Just breathe.....
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