Surgery March 26th

Well, this is the first time that I am posting on this board, I am usually on the main page or just lurking, reading and learning from everyone. I just had to say that after reading everyone's comments on this board I feel much more relaxed about having my plastics done. I am scheduled for March 26th so I only have 11 days to go. I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I'm confident in the surgeon that I chose so I know that part of it will be fine. It is the mental part of it that concerns me a little. I have been overweight practically my whole life and of course compared myself to what is in magazines and on tv and therefore never measured up.  Unfortunately I have a poor self image. I am 3 yrs out from wls and still see myself as being the fat girl. I want to have this surgery (tummy tuck and medial theigh lift) mainly so that my clothes will fit better. I'm sick of having to tuck all the extra skin in and even sometimes getting it pinched and of course the other part is for vanity. I'm ok with that. What concerns me is after having this done to finally look normal will I FEEL normal. I'm hoping that I will finally be able to see what everyone else sees instead of being so critical of myself. Is there anyone else that had the same feelings about their appearance before having surgery and it improved afterwards?  Any input would be appreciated.
GOD Bless.

I totally understand and have the same image issues.  It is causing me reservations about plastics because I know if I am still not happy after plastics I may not ever be happy with my body :(  I am hoping it doesn't lead to buyers remorse because there are really important things I should be spending this money on and I am spending it on plastics instead!  24 days and counting, excited and anxious but not nervous so I am taking that as a good sign that I am doing the right thing.  Good luck to you, I hope you find peace with yourself and your body.  It's a long road and a difficult struggle.  Robin

Thanks Robin,
It is comforting to know that other people feel the same way.

Are you in Southern Indiana?

Yes, Martinsville, You?

Hi!
I'm having my thighplasty on March 25th.... a little nervous and a little apprehensive but excited since this should be my last big procedure (at long last).

I can't help with the self image stuff because oddly enough at this stage in my life I do see myself as a thin person. 

I just wanted to send you good vibes and best wishes for a smooth easy procedure and recovery.

Thanks Moosie

I can understand exactly where you are coming from - I had a 160 pound weight loss and would tuck that apron of skin into everything. I'm 3 weeks out from my Anchor Cut TT and I keep thinking I look the same but today went and bought a size small dress so maybe I'll stop complaining now. lol

You'll do fine! It'll take some time to get used to the smaller size considering we've spent a longer amount of time in a larger size (or smaller with extra skin).

I'm slowly leaning to not be so critical. It's hard considering I've been overweight and "creative" with my clothing for most of my life but I'm having fun in the process.

Good Luck!

Thanks Tisha