Tummy Tuck and Fat Transfers to Butt

10 days and counting. I haven't been this nervous about surgery since I was about to have my son (which ended up being an emergency c-section). I'm going through the emotional stage right now. What if my incision comes open? How will I function? Am I being selfish? Should I really do this? The fear of not knowing if I'm prepared for the aftercare is what's really weighing on my mind. My doctor told me I was going to be very happy with the outcome. I believe him because he did my breast reduction three and a half years ago, and I couldn't be happier! I've decided to sleep in my sons room for the first couple of weeks cause his bed will be easier for me to get in and out of (mine is too high). I keep reasoning about abdominal boards and lipo foam compression sheets. Do I need those things? My doctor or his staff did not recommend any of those things. Anyhow, thanks to RL for giving us a place to vent and seek support from others who have been down these journeys.

I am over my anxiety about my surgery. I know there is going to be pain, but I also know that everyone is different. I've had a huge birthmark removed off my lower back, I've had s c-section and I had the breast reduction so large incisions are nothing new. I just have to remember to rest because my body will need that. It's silly that finding a shower stool at the goodwill put me at ease, but it did. Picked up meds and toiletries that I will likely need (pads, face wipes, flushable wipes, vitamins). I'm not sure what I should be wearing post-op so I bought some t-shirt/tank top dresses for easy access. The weatherman said we will finally be in the seventies during the day and thirties during the nights so I should get a couple pair light soft soft sweats and light long sleeve tops. I've been meal prepping for my son but also made high protein low sodium meals for me and vacuum sealed and froze. I bought yogurts, separated protein powder in baggies (to save space) and plan to get single hummus and cut cucumber slices. It sounds like I won't be wanting to eat too much, but I want to have the right foods for when I get an appetite. Reserved and paid for the Extended Stay near the dr office/surgery center for the first two nights before my first post op. I hope to go home, but mom wants me to stay one to two more nights with her. Seeing I live an hour outside of Tucson, she is being cautious in case of an emergency. Bought a handheld shower head and socks with traction. I don't know if I'm missing anything but I guess I'll find out. I am buying a recliner tomorrow, was hoping for Black Friday sales, but no dice. If anyone has any other suggestions , I would greatly appreciate them. I'm exhausted but I won't stop. I'll have plenty of time to start resting on Tuesday.

Meals prepped, meds picked up, clothes packed for s few days till I can get back home. The house is not spotless, but the room where I will be staying is ready. Picked up and set up my recliner today. Woke up with a horrible headache and nauseated. I know it was stress. When the surgery center called, they agreed. My last purchase is the Gatorade I need to drink at 3am (4 hours before my surgery) with my meds. Have homework to finish up so that will keep my mind busy. I'm planning on taking before pictures and will post later. Thank you all for sharing your stories, it has helped get me through these last few weeks.