kristieshannon

How tall are you? Unless you are very tall 260 is unlikely to be within a healthy range. Check with your doctor about a healthy goal. That being said, eating frequent high calorie meals and Snacks will result in weight gain.

Also, sometimes excess stomach acid can lead to that grumbly “hungry” feeling. Check with your team about an acid reducer. And do your best to follow their diet plan! They are the experts and give you the post-op diet rules for well-studied reasons.

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.