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Help, my TT is Tomorrow and I'm Scared! - Virgin Islands

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In less then 24 hours I will be recovering from...

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FirewomanNovember 21, 2010
WORTH IT$3,500

In less then 24 hours I will be recovering from the procedure I have wanted for years. I have saved for it and changed my mind at least three times. I have been 250 lbs plus two seperate times and have the stretch marks and flabby belly to prove it... But I am so nervous; nervous about the hospital, the procedure, the recovery and the final outcome!

I am having my tubes tied and a hernia repaired along with my TT, so I have no idea what to expect. I am 32 years old with three kids (14, 11 and 5). I have struggled with my weight and self esteem for years, I eat well and exercise daily (or try) and still am not happy with my stomach. I am a firefighter and fear that my recovery will be hinder my job performance (I am taking 4 weeks off). My husband and my co-workers think I am nuts and tell me daily "you look fine for having three kids".

I have read the pros and cons and most of the posts about everyone's experiences and I am still on edge.

Any advice including things I should buy would be appreciated.. :)


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Gregory Moorman, MD

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Angie_M
November 22, 2010

"You look fine for having three kids" isn't exactly what we want to hear, is it? Your nervousness is totally normal. And it's fine and good to read about everyone else's experiences, but when it's really YOU going through it, it's different.

Have you sifted through our tummy tuck forums at all? Kimmers wrote a great post called Tummy Tuck Survival Guide that you should check out.

Thinking of you today! Please let us know how it went and how you're feeling/healing.

Kimmers25
November 23, 2010

This is a great thing you are doing for yourself..and well deserved.  You need to be happy with your body and only what you think matters. 

It is a long recovery so that is wonderful you have a month off.  Although it will take longer than a month to totally heal you will just need to see how you feel at that time.  Everyone is different in the healing process but you do have a physical job.  Maybe prepare yourself for some light duty for a while. 

I am thinking about you and hope to hear from you soon with an update on your progress.  You will do wonderful and also have a great support group out here on RealSelf.
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Ortizlj38
November 23, 2010
"You look for having kids" why do people say that? Good for you for making the choice to do something for yourself. I have a very physical job, also so you may need to be on light duty for a while. I'm 7 weeks post-op and still cannot lift too heavy take it easy and listen to your body.

Have a speedy recovery! Yeah for You!
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Firewoman
November 23, 2010
Please tell me it gets a lot easier by seven weeks ;)
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Ortizlj38
November 24, 2010
It does get better.. I am feeling more like myself each day. You need be sure that you rest and don't over do it. Your body has been through some serious trauma and needs time to recover. I took two weeks off work and when I returned I sat at a desk, (boring)for the next two weeks. Now, I am moving around and back to my normal job duties minus lifting heavy objects. I am jogging three times a week, but only for one mile because I don't want to strain my abs. I have to remind myself that my stomach looks healed on the outside but it is still healing on the inside. My only fear is seroma but my Dr says that I am healing just fine.

Follow your doctor's instructions and let yourself heal. You will be much happier if you do.

Keep us posted.
Kimmers25
November 23, 2010
You will be ok. It gets better and better each week but this is a long recovery that can't be rushed. Just stay positive and keep checking in with all of us on the site for support.
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Well it has been 2 months since my procedure and I...

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FirewomanJanuary 29, 2011
Well it has been 2 months since my procedure and I have never felt better! My scare is still pink, I am hoping that will diminish soon. I still have a little tightness but overall I feel like a new woman. I am going to resume weightlifting this week and more intense cardio.

This is one of the best things I have ever done for myself!

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Kimmers25
February 1, 2011

Congratualtions and I am glad you are happy and doing so well!
Ronishia
July 20, 2011
U look great...where did you get the surgery done at and how much? Was it really 3500.00? And are you happy with your results?
Ronishia
July 20, 2011
I was wondering if i come there and get the TT done how long would i have to stay in VI? before i can get back on a plane to head home?
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