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Leaving the Tummy Behind
UPDATED FROM ojnchntx
6 months post
6 Month Update
WORTH IT$13,000
Scar is still red but looking lighter in spots. Stretch marks are a bummer. Still hanging in at about 179 lbs but measurements continue to shrink. My butt seems a bit fuller, which is fine by me! :)
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UPDATED FROM ojnchntx
5 months post
5 Month Update
Not a huge visible difference from month 4, but I am feeling more and more confident. Weight today is 171, down 32 lbs from morning of surgery. The scar is lightening a lot, and the rope-like consistency under the scar is getting way better. Maybe thanks to the tip from another RS’er about the hot-cold massager. I’m still using scar cream 2x daily. I’m still so happy I made this choice.
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February 26, 2020
Congratulations...we have a similar journey and timeline! Isn't it the best choice ever??!! Congratulations..you look really awesome.
February 26, 2020
Omg! You look FABULOUS! Has the weight loss caused any loose skin?
February 26, 2020
Thanks! I have gained and lost so much weight over the years, so I certainly have loose skin on my arms, breasts, and thighs. But my surgeon insisted (and was right) that my body would continue to look better and better if I kept losing weight. I haven't noticed any loose skin on the TT/lipo areas.
February 26, 2020
I just got caught up on your update. So wonderful to read your posts!!! I'm so happy to read how thrilled you are with the decision you made. You look really fantastic. Your scar looks good and will continue to lighten as the months pass.
February 28, 2020
You look amazing! It's apparent from the tone of your updates that you feel that way too. Congratulations!
March 21, 2020
What a fabulous transformation you must be so happy with your results. Love the look of your Belly Button.
UPDATED FROM ojnchntx
4 months post
4 month update!
I cannot stress enough: this is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Why?
1: I’ve lost a lot of weight, so my annual physical this week was amazing! No longer pre-diabetic, excellent blood pressure, cholesterol, etc etc.
2: I feel amazing. Before, when I’ve lost weight, I’ve remained so self conscious of my hanging skin. I always wore long tops and pants that were much too big to try and camouflage things. No longer needed. And people tell me every day how great I look.
3: My intimate life is BACK. Even though my husband was always such a sweetie, I had no drive because I felt disgusting. Not so anymore!
I would do this again and again and again.
My scar is healing fine—still red and dark but flat and getting better. Still some rope-like scar tissue under the surface, which I continue to massage. My swelling has finally resolved. It’s still difficult to sit up from a prone position unless I use my arms to prop myself up.
I think that’s it, other than some progress photos.
1: I’ve lost a lot of weight, so my annual physical this week was amazing! No longer pre-diabetic, excellent blood pressure, cholesterol, etc etc.
2: I feel amazing. Before, when I’ve lost weight, I’ve remained so self conscious of my hanging skin. I always wore long tops and pants that were much too big to try and camouflage things. No longer needed. And people tell me every day how great I look.
3: My intimate life is BACK. Even though my husband was always such a sweetie, I had no drive because I felt disgusting. Not so anymore!
I would do this again and again and again.
My scar is healing fine—still red and dark but flat and getting better. Still some rope-like scar tissue under the surface, which I continue to massage. My swelling has finally resolved. It’s still difficult to sit up from a prone position unless I use my arms to prop myself up.
I think that’s it, other than some progress photos.
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January 25, 2020
it's time! Real big tears for you over here... I see myself in all of your before pictures, and then I see the pics you posted from yesterday- and I feel like I just might have a chance... thank you, SO much for your story. More than you know.
January 26, 2020
Good luck! Select a surgeon with before photos that look like you. I think it's a special skill to be able to work with more severe skin/tissue damage versus a regular mommy makeover.
January 25, 2020
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. Based on my own pics and your pre-surgery pics we are about the same body shape (or were) - my surgery is in 10 days and EVERYTHING you posted I feel is going to be helpful. Your 4 month pics are very motivating. Thank you
January 26, 2020
You look spectacular! Your scar seems to be healing great too! I read when you said "reopey", have you ever tried one of those hot cold vibrating massagers? I saw videos of bunch of TT ladies using it to break up their scar, they put a bit of a cream on the vibrating plate and massage it. I am only 5 days out so cannot use it yet, but plan to use it. From the pics your scar looks great though and your tummy is so Beautiful! So happy for you and I also cannot get to get into some new clothes (and sexy clothes where things aren't hanging for my Hubby too!) :):):)
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