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Goodbye Apron Tummy - 5'8", 170 Lbs, 36 Year Old Mom of Two
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After two children (both C-sections), loosing...
WORTH IT$6,521
After two children (both C-sections), loosing weight (230 lbs at my heaviest), and keeping it off for over 5 years, I am ready to say good by to this apron of skin that stares back at me everyday and that I regard with absolute disgust.
The TT surgery is scheduled of December 13th - I'll be off work for 3 weeks. My doctor does not think he'll have to do lipo, which I've been thinking a lot about. Most of the reviews I've read by women with amazing results have had a TT w/ lipo. However, I've been happy to see a number of terrific looking women with reviews that are only TT with no lipo - those stories have helped to quell my anxiety. I'm also excited because it sounds like I won't have to have any drains. They look like they add to the misery.
I've been a diligent and obsessive RS review reader since scheduling the consultation and have learned so much from everyone's stories. I hope my experiences will help you with yours.
I've purchased compression gear well ahead of time from Amazon. I liked the price ($24) and they have a slit in the crotch (reviews indicated otherwise). I ordered what's marked a M, but they say fits more like a Small, pulled it on and didn't think there was ANY chance of this thing every fitting over my flab. I was shocked and wrong! There are eyelets under the zipper. I was able to close all of the eyelets all AND zip it up. Shocking. It was SOOOOO tight and uncomfortable, but I'm anticipating the loss of a couple inches (i.e current tummy apron) will help for a better fit. From all of the reviews I'm reading, compression garments seem to be an absolute must to avoid the depths of 'swell hell'. Overall with the TT, I'm anticipating the worst (pain, swelling, limited mobility, no sleep and overall misery) but hoping for the best. If there is one thing I've learned from RS, it's that everyone has an experience unique to them.
The TT surgery is scheduled of December 13th - I'll be off work for 3 weeks. My doctor does not think he'll have to do lipo, which I've been thinking a lot about. Most of the reviews I've read by women with amazing results have had a TT w/ lipo. However, I've been happy to see a number of terrific looking women with reviews that are only TT with no lipo - those stories have helped to quell my anxiety. I'm also excited because it sounds like I won't have to have any drains. They look like they add to the misery.
I've been a diligent and obsessive RS review reader since scheduling the consultation and have learned so much from everyone's stories. I hope my experiences will help you with yours.
I've purchased compression gear well ahead of time from Amazon. I liked the price ($24) and they have a slit in the crotch (reviews indicated otherwise). I ordered what's marked a M, but they say fits more like a Small, pulled it on and didn't think there was ANY chance of this thing every fitting over my flab. I was shocked and wrong! There are eyelets under the zipper. I was able to close all of the eyelets all AND zip it up. Shocking. It was SOOOOO tight and uncomfortable, but I'm anticipating the loss of a couple inches (i.e current tummy apron) will help for a better fit. From all of the reviews I'm reading, compression garments seem to be an absolute must to avoid the depths of 'swell hell'. Overall with the TT, I'm anticipating the worst (pain, swelling, limited mobility, no sleep and overall misery) but hoping for the best. If there is one thing I've learned from RS, it's that everyone has an experience unique to them.
UPDATED FROM Grateful Mom in Madison
14 days pre
Before Pictures
Before pictures and the compression garment purchased on Amazon.
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November 30, 2016
I had a TT with no lipo done on monday! I think that if he says you dont need it then you truly don't. I know with my PS he wants the best results he an and if that means lipo he would tell me i needed it. You will do great! I got a CG from amazon as well, but the Dr. wants me to wear this one for the first week at a min.
December 6, 2016
Thanks so much for sharing! No Lipo is one of the biggest things I've been worried about! How are you feeling now? I hope you're doing wonderfully!
December 2, 2016
How much is the procedure
December 6, 2016
I paid $6,520 for the entire thing. It does not include prescriptions, but includes lipo if needed and the binder. They say if anything goes wrong, if their are dog ears, or if I need scar revision, it would all be included in the price.
UPDATED FROM Grateful Mom in Madison
8 days pre
Excited for PreOp!
PreOp is schedule for tomorrow. I'm very excited and can't stop surfing RS reading about other people's experiences and checking out their results.
Based on all of my compulsive reading, I'm ready with lots of questions for my PS.
1) I'm VERY concerned about my results without lipo. I'm ecstatic about no skin apron, but the chance of missing out on an hourglass shape is making me a little panicky.
2) I need some major consolation about the scar being low enough. I plan to wear panties that my apron hangs over now but that I'd like to have cover my scar post TT. Maybe they can provide a good guide for both of us to have an understanding about expectations/hopes?
3) I've read a lot about sutures causing issues after several weeks have gone by.
4) Binder? Sounds like different docs have different guidelines. Looking forward to hearing his thoughts and guidelines.
5) I have pretty regular issues with motion sickness and dizziness. I hope they can help me prevent Nausea.
6) I haven't seen any of my PS' other patients' before and after pics. I'll ask to see some and also ask if/how they'll provide me with mine.
7) What's the deal with tummy/incision massage. Read a lot about
it on RS.
8) My bedroom is upstairs. Am I going to be able to go up and down post op?
9) What will his recommendation be for scar therapy?
10) Will they weigh the amount of skin removed? Will they be sure to share it with me after surgery?
11) How is the placement/shape of the Belly button determined? I really, really, really want a cute little belly button!! How can we be sure to achieve that result? I've read a lot about earplugs. Do I need to sterilize before using as a belly button shaper
Based on all of my compulsive reading, I'm ready with lots of questions for my PS.
1) I'm VERY concerned about my results without lipo. I'm ecstatic about no skin apron, but the chance of missing out on an hourglass shape is making me a little panicky.
2) I need some major consolation about the scar being low enough. I plan to wear panties that my apron hangs over now but that I'd like to have cover my scar post TT. Maybe they can provide a good guide for both of us to have an understanding about expectations/hopes?
3) I've read a lot about sutures causing issues after several weeks have gone by.
4) Binder? Sounds like different docs have different guidelines. Looking forward to hearing his thoughts and guidelines.
5) I have pretty regular issues with motion sickness and dizziness. I hope they can help me prevent Nausea.
6) I haven't seen any of my PS' other patients' before and after pics. I'll ask to see some and also ask if/how they'll provide me with mine.
7) What's the deal with tummy/incision massage. Read a lot about
it on RS.
8) My bedroom is upstairs. Am I going to be able to go up and down post op?
9) What will his recommendation be for scar therapy?
10) Will they weigh the amount of skin removed? Will they be sure to share it with me after surgery?
11) How is the placement/shape of the Belly button determined? I really, really, really want a cute little belly button!! How can we be sure to achieve that result? I've read a lot about earplugs. Do I need to sterilize before using as a belly button shaper
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December 18, 2016
Hope you're doing okay. I had mine on the 14th. I slept in recliner first night, and had to sleep in bed next night. First time climbing up stairs tiring, but gets easier every day.
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