kristieshannon

I took 3 weeks off work after my arm lift/mommy makeover surgery. I felt like I would have good to go back after 2. Barring any complications, you should be totally fine at 8 weeks. Your scars will still be prominent, but easily covered by clothes.

That will depend on the hospital. Some hospitals I’ve worked at allow family in recovery, some will have family meet you at the room.

We have a gourmet burger place near us. I love that they let me order their kids burger! Just as tasty as their regular burgers, but size appropriate for me.

I’ve recently started Peloton training when the Oregon rain keeps me from cycling outside. I too love the competitive nature of it! Love seeing my numbers go up against people around the world. The cycling community is awesome. I just completed my first 50 mile (outdoor) ride this weekend, working towards a 100 mile ride this summer.

I really love the Mondetta brand from Costco. 7/8 legs, pockets, high waisted, and nice thick material that holds their shape.

I’ve found the Aeropostale Curvy Premium skinny leggings fit well on a curvy figure. They also come in short which is good for me :) I think they come in long as well for those of you who are blessed with more height.

Yes! Cycling is awesome. One of my true joys with my weight loss, being able to get out on a bike. I road bike, mountain bike, and have a gravel bike in the process of being built :)

Weird! We even get open heart surgery patients up and walking right away! (I’m a nurse)

After my PS (I had a tummy tuck + breast lift/augmentation + arm lift all together) I went back to walking. 1 mile post op day one and added more each day after. It isn’t the heavy gym workout that you’re probably used to, but it kept me feeling active. You can add ankle weights for a little extra oomph to your walks.

I’m sure the majority of it is the IV fluids + post op swelling. But remember to account for your implants! Mine are 375cc, so about 2 lbs.

Love your style!

Such a good feeling-you look great!

My guy and I have a big goal for this coming year. It’s going to take a lot of dedication and willingness to get outside in the Pacific Northwest rain. We want to ride a century ride on our bikes this coming summer, that’s a 100 mile ride. No way I will be able to do it unless I train religiously rain or shine.

Mounjaro/Zepbound = tirzepatide Ozempic/Wegovy = semaglutide

Gorgeous, and your shoes are amazing!

I didn’t have a belt lipectomy, but I did have an extended tummy tuck. I didn’t buy a recliner, but did buy a set of wedge pillows off Amazon for about $50. They were worth it and made sleeping much more comfortable. One big wedge under my head/shoulders and a smaller one under my knees.

I often still, even 5 years out from my VSG, will see something in a store and think “that’ll never fit me” or “no way I can pull that off”. Today I was out shopping for a holiday party dress and saw this. Made myself try it on and bought it! You can’t tell so much from the pic, but it’s a burgundy burnt out velvet. I can’t wait for next weekend to show it off!

Progesterone can make you mildly sleepy, so take it at bedtime.

When I first started working nights it took me a couple months to adjust. A couple things I’ve done to improve my sleep: I have double layer black out blinds. My bedroom is an absolute cave. I use a white noise machine to block out daytime noises. I work 7pm-7am. I cut off caffeine at 1am and don’t drink any more fluids after 4am. I have a small, protein containing snack around 5am. I’ve done nights off and on through my 18 years as a nurse, currently on nights now. It does get better after your body gets used to sleeping during daytime hours!

Hottie alert!!

2013 vs now

I LOVE Somebody Feed Phil! Such a fun show and I adore his goofy personality.

Honestly I have no idea what actual size I was. I was only wearing sports bras pre-op but had a whole lot of loose flesh. Just empty sacks of skin really. Mine are the “gummy bear” type of silicone implant, and were placed under the muscle.

Shoulda’ added a pic :)

Mine are 375cc moderate profile. I told my doc I wanted to be about a D cup. Turns out I’m a 32G. Drop and fluff-I guess that’s what I’d call it. Mine looked weirdly squared along the bottom, the rounded out after a couple months. I’m still thrilled with my results almost 4 years later.