Tummy Tuck with MR after 4 kids/ 33 years old.

So why did I overlook all the reviews where everyone said their first shower would be like climbing mount Everest??? First of all, when the compression garment came off previously, I was laying down. So to be standing up without it on just felt like all my guts were going to spill right out. Not to mention I tried to sit up today and must have twisted the wrong way or something and the pain from that just magnified when the garment came off. I began worrying that I pulled a muscle? I did speak to my Dr. on Friday and he assured me that if I pulled a muscle I would know for sure, without a doubt and the pain would be intolerable. So that kind of puts me at ease that I didn't go and undo his work and pop something. I mean it hurts pretty mean at moments but at others it's not so bad. I guess I just need to be more careful sitting up, and rest some more.

So back to the shower. Hubby was a trooper and practically handled me like a wet tissue, was very careful and tender. But man, oh man! Was that ever tiring! I made sure to take my pain meds a good half hour before so it wouldn't be so bad, but when it was over I hunched over in my bed, closed my eyes for a bit and thought I really died. It hurt sooooooo much!

Lesson learned: to Percocets for the next shower I attempt, AND It may just be sponge baths and wet wipes till these tubes come out. Geez! Oh, and DO NOT take that garment off unless I am lying propped up on something at least resembling a bed.

Right now I am so glad we spent the extra money and got me the remote controlled hospital bed!

Until next time,

A very swollen and sore TMT.

So today I'm feeling pretty good. The morning was a bit rough, and aside from a few minor concerns that my Dr. addressed for me over the phone, I'm feeling really positive. I was worried about my tummy being so numb, and a little bit of lumpiness, but other than that, things seem to be going well. I even managed to have a fairly normal BM, which I didn't think would happen until day 3 or 4. I started taking my stool softeners the night before my surgery and have been drinking plenty of water.

I must say this hunching over stuff is doing a number on my back. Not being able to hold my babies is harder than I thought it would be, but thankfully they have each other to keep them distracted.

Here's a day one pic. This was before the swelling began.

I made it y'all! Yay! Gee, no way to really sum up how I'm feeling. Relieved, excited, exhausted and in pain. It was really tough not being able to hold my babies today, and I imagine I'll struggle with that the most.

I'm so loopy right now from meds that I can barely type this post, but I wanted to check in and let you know I made it and am doing well. I did manage to get a few photos before the swelling kicked in, so I will upload those in the morning.

For now I just wanted to say what a wonderful experience it's been so far with Dr. Tong and his fabulous team.

Can't wait to fill you in with details tomorrow.

~TMT