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before/after comparison picture added ----> 3 weeks post-op
UPDATED FROM Mom3lovebugs
21 days post
Not much to report in the last week except that I...
Mom3lovebugsNovember 8, 2012
WORTH IT$19,500
Not much to report in the last week except that I feel almost back to normal which is awesome! I don't need to rest in the afternoon anymore and my back pain has subsided. Life is pretty much back to normal minus my daily work outs.
I tried to make a before/after comparison pic collage thing but it didn't work out. It make me feel better about my results to look back at where I came from. The last few days I have been wondering if this is it as I still have a fat roll when I sit down. Probably swelling but who knows. Don't get me wrong, I am pleased with everything so far but I am hoping for more flatness in my stomach then what I have.
I am going to start walking on my treadmill in the next few days as it's cold here with lots of snow so I'm not spending any time outside. ;)
Other than that, no news is good news I suppose!
Happy healing everyone and best wishes to the ladies in waiting... your time will be here before you know it.
:)
I tried to make a before/after comparison pic collage thing but it didn't work out. It make me feel better about my results to look back at where I came from. The last few days I have been wondering if this is it as I still have a fat roll when I sit down. Probably swelling but who knows. Don't get me wrong, I am pleased with everything so far but I am hoping for more flatness in my stomach then what I have.
I am going to start walking on my treadmill in the next few days as it's cold here with lots of snow so I'm not spending any time outside. ;)
Other than that, no news is good news I suppose!
Happy healing everyone and best wishes to the ladies in waiting... your time will be here before you know it.
:)
UPDATED FROM Mom3lovebugs
14 days post
Good evening ladies! Wow. I just realized that...
Mom3lovebugsNovember 1, 2012
Good evening ladies!
Wow. I just realized that it has been 2 weeks today since my surgery. Right now they were making me get out of the bed I was in to walk to the room I would be staying in for the night. PAIN is all I can remember during that! It's amazing how far I have come in 14 days. :)
Today was my first day by myself with my children. There was no school today and tomorrow so my boys were home too. It went really well and I got a lot accomplished. Laundry, laundry and more laundry! My 2 year daughter naps from 1 - 3:30 ish so I layed down during that time which helped my back a lot.
I had a shower tonight and my incisions are healing wonderfully. No issues to report at all with them which makes me happy. My belly button seems to be on the small side so I have taped a marble like ball there for the time being but will pick up some foam ear plugs up town tomorrow. I read that trick on here some where!
My boobs are shaping up nicely but I can tell that one is slightly larger then the other but looking at before photos, it always was... I just really didn't notice I guess.
I have been wearing my compression garment and spanx control panties (knee to under boobs) over top for extra support and it seems to have decreased the swelling in my lower abdomen. YAY!
I'm tired and look forward to a good sleep... best wishes to everyone in recovery and waiting for their big day! :)
Wow. I just realized that it has been 2 weeks today since my surgery. Right now they were making me get out of the bed I was in to walk to the room I would be staying in for the night. PAIN is all I can remember during that! It's amazing how far I have come in 14 days. :)
Today was my first day by myself with my children. There was no school today and tomorrow so my boys were home too. It went really well and I got a lot accomplished. Laundry, laundry and more laundry! My 2 year daughter naps from 1 - 3:30 ish so I layed down during that time which helped my back a lot.
I had a shower tonight and my incisions are healing wonderfully. No issues to report at all with them which makes me happy. My belly button seems to be on the small side so I have taped a marble like ball there for the time being but will pick up some foam ear plugs up town tomorrow. I read that trick on here some where!
My boobs are shaping up nicely but I can tell that one is slightly larger then the other but looking at before photos, it always was... I just really didn't notice I guess.
I have been wearing my compression garment and spanx control panties (knee to under boobs) over top for extra support and it seems to have decreased the swelling in my lower abdomen. YAY!
I'm tired and look forward to a good sleep... best wishes to everyone in recovery and waiting for their big day! :)
Replies (5)
November 1, 2012
I've wondered if a full body lift vs. a mommy makeover would have been a better choice for me. Only time will tell. I'm still pretty swollen. All I see is fat though. Also concerned with what people will think of my choice for surgery. I worked really hard to drop a lot of weight, but people will talk and have opinions and think I took the easy way out. Holy Hell, this is not the easy way. Hurts like a SOB. Wishing you rest and relaxation.
November 2, 2012
Don't worry about what others think, just focus on your recovery and positive thoughts! I don't have much advice as I am only 2 weeks into this myself but I would just give it time. From the hundreds of stories/blogs/videos I have read/watched, swelling can last quite some time for some people. I KNOW it sucks but just try to look at how far you have come already. Everyday something gets a little easier, right!? Hang in there!!
November 1, 2012
My gosh woman, you look AMAZING. Yes. the extra weight is probably from swelling. We all know you are clean as does your friends and family. We all also know you are just out of surgery. Take it easy. The mess will still be there when you are well enough to tackle it. For now just rest my friend. I hope you continue to heal as well.
November 2, 2012
Thank you, Jen! I'm trying to take it easy... it's just so hard not to do things and I'm afraid I'm failing at just letting things be. I don't feel like I'm pushing myself at all and when I get achy or tired, I lay down and rest. Thanks for the reminder though... I will put your words on repeat in my head. :)
November 2, 2012
You look SO good! You must be so happy! Try to pace yourself. Glad you're home with fam again. I bet they missed you tons. My kids keep asking.."Mom, where's your fat tummy, r u going to get it back?" Lol! So funny, nice that it's noticeably gone! Your boobs look great too!
November 2, 2012
Thank you! Yes, I am very happy. Can't wait for the swelling to subside to see the final results but I know that may be some time. I think I missed my family more then they missed me... Daddy has different rules then Mommy! lol That's hilarious what your kids are asking you!! I only told them that I had to get a hole fixed in my tummy (the hernia) and showed my oldest my belly button. I didn't want to frighten them with the incisions so they won't be seeing my naked any time soon. I'm also afraid what my boys would say at school and to their friends! My boobs are getting better. Definitely will need a lift down the road one day but for now, I think they are okay. :)
November 2, 2012
Looking fabulous! welcome home...Little Lady!
November 2, 2012
OK, your results are probably in the top 3 most dramatic changes from all the reviews Ive been reading over the past 6 months. WOWEE!! You are smoking hot!!! Laundry? I just barely did my first load and my washer broke!!! :( so no more til next week. TAKE IT EASY
November 2, 2012
Wow, thank you! When I look at my pictures I can see a difference but not in the mirror so much.... hopefully that will come! I know, I know... I can't help to clean, cook and do laundry. I feel good and my back is the only thing that gets sore. I was out of the house all morning and now I'm counting the minutes until my daughter naps so I can lay down too! The 2 hours of nothing really helps. Thanks again for your kind words, I appreciate it so much! :)
UPDATED FROM Mom3lovebugs
13 days post
I made it home yesterday afternoon and it was the...
Mom3lovebugsOctober 31, 2012
I made it home yesterday afternoon and it was the best thing ever to hug and kiss my 3 little loves! :)
My house is not up to my standards but I knew that would be the case... husband + 3 kids = chaos. I have been trying to get things in order and because of it, my back is really sore.
My 6 year old son got sick a few times in the night so he is home today. Poor guy, kids love Halloween and he was excited for the school activities today. He feels better right now and is anxious for tonight. Fingers crossed he can enjoy a few hours out and about with his brother and sister.
Other than that, nothing too exciting to report. I was down 5 lbs since surgery but gained it back in the last few days. I'm sure my increased activity is to blame as I'm super swollen.
Happy Halloween to everyone!! :)
My house is not up to my standards but I knew that would be the case... husband + 3 kids = chaos. I have been trying to get things in order and because of it, my back is really sore.
My 6 year old son got sick a few times in the night so he is home today. Poor guy, kids love Halloween and he was excited for the school activities today. He feels better right now and is anxious for tonight. Fingers crossed he can enjoy a few hours out and about with his brother and sister.
Other than that, nothing too exciting to report. I was down 5 lbs since surgery but gained it back in the last few days. I'm sure my increased activity is to blame as I'm super swollen.
Happy Halloween to everyone!! :)
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October 31, 2012
Oh my gosh you look freaking amazing!! You're tummy looks perfect!
October 31, 2012
Wow, thank you for your kind comment! I dunno about perfect but it's A LOT better then what it was... I'm just so grateful that I was able to do this! :)
October 31, 2012
You do look great. Glad you're home-that will surely make things seem easier as there really is no place like home.
October 31, 2012
Welcome home! Maybe you need to not clean so much, 13days dpo. My Dr. Said not to lift anything for a month! Much less running around cleaning and stuff. You look great--don't wear yourself out!
October 31, 2012
Thanks! I can't help it and I'm for sure overdoing it but it needs to be done. When my back starts to hurt I lay down. This is why I am thankful I got to recover for just over 10 days away from home... ;)
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