I would be lying if I said I wasn't nervous  LOL!  I am 16 months out with a total of  154 lbs off of my 5'1" frame.  I am having a tummy tuck, breast lift and have to augment since I have nothing left!  I am busy nesting and stashing protein powder, protein bars, making soup and chili etc.  House is clean and laundry done etc.  Now I just have to heal quickly so I can be up and taking care of my two boys 3 & 7.  Luckily I have the best hubby and he is a HUGE help and support, so all will be well.

I hadn't planned on doing any plastics, not really my style, but have had such bad rashes etc, I have to do it for the sanity.  But I'm sure there is some vanity in there as well!  LOL!  I feel like I'm on the home stretch so to speak.  Like this is my blue ribbon at the end of the race.

I am so greatful for this tool and the 2nd chance it has given me.  I try to remember to treat it will respect........ some days better than others  but 98% of the time I do it right.  It will be hard not to exercise while recovering.  I've been so fatihful with it and have even added in weights these last few months and have some nice definition I just hate to lose it !  OH!  There is the vanity peeking out!

Anyway, if you see fit to keep me in your prayers for a safe surgery and a speedy, uneventful recovery I sure would be grateful.  Thanks!

Tess

Good luck, Tess!  You will be in my thoughts and prayers!  How exciting for you!  It sounds like you are well prepared and have great support!  May I ask who is doing your surgery?  I am just starting to research plastics; I'm from MN, and am curious who you chose and how you decided.

I chose Dr Robert Wilke, Edina Plastic surgery.  He was suggested by my RNY Dr and friends.  Anyone at his office would be great.  I did see other Docs and did consults and chose him.

Thank you for the prayers!  You are very kind.  Good luck to you!

Thanks for the info!  I'll have to check Dr. Wilke.  Keep us posted!  I'm sure you'll do great!

Good luck Tess......sending up prayers for you.

You are very fortunate to be having this done.....wi**** could be me.......maybe someday!

Hugs....connie d

Good luck Tess.  I'll keep you in my prayers!  You'll do just fine I'm sure.  Remember to take your before pics!  I know one day I'll have to go through this too, even though I never planed on it either.  Donna

Hi Tess!  Good luck on Monday!!  You will do just fine and you will be amazed at the results!  Remember what I said about staying ahead of the pain and about pooping!  Miralax...or whatever does the trick.  You might have to up any usual dosages because pain meds will plug you up.

There is nothing "vain" about plastic surgery after WLS.  I hope everyone knows that.  Our bodies have been through a war zone with stretched skin to cover those extra pounds.  You have to get rid of it if you can and want to...not everyone can, or even cares to.  For those of us who can and did...we did it to repair our skin to "normal"!

Let us know how it goes!

Tess,

Hope all goes well....Please update us when you feel up to it....

Kel

Best wishes for a safe surgery and uneventful recovery! Excited to hear how it goes! Take before/after pictures for us -

Sending prayers your way!

Hey Lady...

One month from tomorrow and it's MY turn - so glad you are paving the way for me so you can tell me what to expect.  No TT for me - yet... but I am curious to see what the boobs are gonna look like... WOOO HOOO!  We can be the boobsie twins!

Let us know once you are home and settled and doing alright...

Big hugs for you Jugs...

Stephanie