38 Year Old, 3 Kids, 1 C-section and Stubborn Belly Fat - Woburn, MA

I had my procedure today at Sonobello of Woburn Ma. I have been wanting to get this done for a long time. With kids and injury which out me in a wheel chair for about a year weight has been a struggle. I did loose about 70 lbs before the procedure. I was a size 20-22 and with diet and exercise I got myself down to a 14-16. I don't mind my overall size but what I do mind and am very self conscious about are the bulges and my arms. The people at sonobello were very warm, friendly and made me feel comfortable. They were not pushy. I really loved that the initial women who did my consultation remembers me everytime I walk in. Today was a breeze. I was pretty nervous, I think I watched way to many you tube videos. Not a good idea as the procedure itself was very comfortable. A few little pinches here and there but nothing compared to bring at the dentist or getting a tattoo. I was pretty amazed. I'm a little sore but mostly at the incision site. I had my upper and lower abs done today. Honestly just feels like I did 100 sit-ups. I go in a few weeks to do the waist, hips and arms. I'm thinking of adding my lower back or bra roll. Honestly I was waiting to see how today went before proceeding with the rest. I'm still in shock as to how easy and comfortable the whole experience was. Dr. Rae was amazing and I loved that he chatted with, made me laugh and even brought in music to listen too. I will post my before pics and update you throughout this Journey. I definitely recommend Dr.Rae and Sonobello.

Got to take a shower today. Why does a shower always makes everyone feel better. I was a bit surprised when I took the compression garment. Things didn't look much different... I'm assuming this is due to the swelling. Some areas did feel empty. I know it's only day 1 after surgery so I guess I'll wait and see. Pain wise, I am in pain but it feels muscular. A little worst than being sore from a workout. Honestly mostly hurts when I sit too long and then have to stand.

So still feeling pretty good. I am sore but it's tolerable. I am just taking the Arnica Montana and Tylenol for pain. I don't like the narcotics as they makes
Nauseous. I don't feel like much has changed although I did put on a pair of jeans today with the compression and the binding and had some room. So maybe I am a bit smaller even though it doesn't feel it yet. My one week post op appt is in a few days. I'm
Assuming they will measure
Me there. This is alsoy preopp for the rest ofy procedures which will take place on Saturday. I did take some pics. Sorry to gross anyone out. As you can see some bruising has set in.