I'm home from my tummy tuck!!

Hey Melissa, I am glad to be able to help my December buddies through this phase of their reconstruction too. i know we wont all need reconstructive surgery but for those of us that do, its definitely something that is worth doing, I can say that now. i already see parts of my body that I havent seen in a while and its amazing to me. To be free of that skin and even the weight of it is a welcome relief. I'm taking it easy though, I have my laptop and I am in the recliner, I could doze off at any minute during the process. Its funny because I will talk to my husband, fall asleep and then wake up an hour later and pick up the same conversation. The pain meds really work for me, I make sure to take them regularly every 6 hours or so, especially for the first week or 2. I dont want to experience any pain and know when to depend on them to help me heal. I'll talk to you soon and thanks for checking on me! Angela

Wow you are amazing, not even a year out and doing the TT...you are my hero!!! I want to do my PS soooo bad, but I am not a goal yet so no can do. Sounds like you are doing great, please post some post op pics, I bet you look fabulous!!!!! Here's to a great recovery!!!! take care, Erin

Thanks Erin, I was about 15 pounds from goal but figured a lot of it was stomach, so I wanted to get rid of that. I dont think I want to lose too much more, just want to get to the weights and build some muscle. I'm feeling good about it, this binder is so tight I can hardly breathe but I know its very necessary to keep the swelling down and get the contouring so I suffer thru it. Angela

WOW! I am just amazed by this. You seem to be doing so well! I had no idea that you would come home the same day after this surgery. Good for you! I will be watching this closely for updates. Did you sister also have WLS? Congrats!

Thanks! Yes, it was considered day surgery. It amazes me too, when I had my breast reduction in 1988, I stayed for a couple of days. then when I had my gallbladder removed, I stayed for 1 night. I guess since they do it at surgery centers, they dont require the overnight stay. No, my sister didnt have WLS, she has always been small but in the last few years, she picked up weight and then last year she had 3 abdominal surgeries that caused her stomach to be quite large and lots of scar tissue so she wanted to get it removed and the only way was a tummy tuck. I, on the other hand, have always been heavy, except for a few weight loss spurts here and there. But my stomach has always been a problem for me. I know I will be so shocked to see it once they remove the bandages because I have honestly never seen a flat stomach on my body. I go to the dr on Friday for my followup and will post pictures. Angela

Hello! Angela... Sounds like you're doing GREAT! So happy for you that the burden of the extra skin and weight is finally OFF For Good. This must make you so happy. After a lot of years wishing for your new body and life, all of your effort is making it a reality. You are a very positive person and I'm sure that your faith has helped you keep going... you seem fearless and determined. Be sure to spread that spirit around. You are our PS leader! Thanks #1 for leading the way. Can't wait for your follow-ups and pics! Ro

Thank you! I hope to be able to share the good things with my friends here. As well as the not-so-good things. These boards have really been helpful to me throughout my journey and I want to make sure to be that same inspiration to others. Angela