Hey all!

So, I had a TT and breast lift about 4 weeks ago. I feel GREAT! About two weeks post op, I was able to start getting out and slowly exercising a bit. Walking, etc. Last week (3 weeks post op) I started walking about 3-4 miles a day. In the last couple of days, not quite four weeks out, I'm able to go for my runs again. I've taken it slow and have only started running about 2 miles, planning on working up to my regular runs of about 4 miles over the course of the next few weeks.

Recovery was not as bad as I had thought, but definitely not easy. The first three days were the worst, but at day 5, I was able to walk to the bus stop with my boys in the morning and able to move around on my own. I was still sleeping in our recliner until about a full week out, then in bed, with the help of my husband.

All in all, definitely worth it. As you can see, I had A LOT of stretch marks and still do, albeit, definitely better, but I definitely didn't have unreal expectations that they would all just disappear. He removed about 10 inches of skin, top to bottom. CRAZY!

I have to be taped up for about another 2 weeks.

My breasts are amazing and I LOVE LOVE LOVE them, lol. He raised my nipples about 5-6 cm. They are the same size now and "normal". I have lost zero sensitivity in them, in fact, I'd say they were a bit MORE sensitive than before.

Anyways, if anybody has any questions, feel free, I'm an open book. PM if you want.

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Congrats girlie!

I'm still pre-op. My surgery is scheduled for 10/18/11. What AMAZING before and after pics. Initially I have been telling myself things might firm up in time after I start to lose the weight. But more and more people I read about are getting the excess skin removed. I'm HOPING I won't need a TT, but who knows. I would hate to lose the weight and still have the flappies. As far as the boobs are concerned, mine aren't very big to begin with. But they've always been on the saggy side. Just a lift would probably be good there.

Thank you again for sharing! And good luck to your healing.

-Deana

Hey all!

So, I had a TT and breast lift about 4 weeks ago. I feel GREAT! About two weeks post op, I was able to start getting out and slowly exercising a bit. Walking, etc. Last week (3 weeks post op) I started walking about 3-4 miles a day. In the last couple of days, not quite four weeks out, I'm able to go for my runs again. I've taken it slow and have only started running about 2 miles, planning on working up to my regular runs of about 4 miles over the course of the next few weeks.

Recovery was not as bad as I had thought, but definitely not easy. The first three days were the worst, but at day 5, I was able to walk to the bus stop with my boys in the morning and able to move around on my own. I was still sleeping in our recliner until about a full week out, then in bed, with the help of my husband.

All in all, definitely worth it. As you can see, I had A LOT of stretch marks and still do, albeit, definitely better, but I definitely didn't have unreal expectations that they would all just disappear. He removed about 10 inches of skin, top to bottom. CRAZY!

I have to be taped up for about another 2 weeks.

My breasts are amazing and I LOVE LOVE LOVE them, lol. He raised my nipples about 5-6 cm. They are the same size now and "normal". I have lost zero sensitivity in them, in fact, I'd say they were a bit MORE sensitive than before.

Anyways, if anybody has any questions, feel free, I'm an open book. PM if you want.

Before

Before

After

After

Wow that is amazing do mind if I ask how much for both I am trying to save my money up. So happy for you.

Thanks!

It was $11,660 for both. I would, also, recommend doing both at the same time if you can. I didn't even notice the work on my boobs because my tummy work was so uncomfortable.

You look fabulous...congrats on your new Look & Life.

Whoo-Hoo momma!! Congratulations! And can I say I am super jealous! I can't WAIT for my day to come when I can get my surgery and have a flat little tummy and perky boobs that I can rest my chin on

Having a 9yo, 2yo and 11 month old, I definetly LOOK like a momma! I like the price you got versus the price I found out here in CA though Oh well, I have 65+ lbs to lose and can start saving my pennys now!

Of course I about had a nervous breakdown before the lapband surgery and was actually thinking at the time, "I dont know if I could go through this again and have something done like a tummy tuck and boob job!" I heard the recovery is pretty rough and that makes me nervous.

Have fun with that rockin new bod!

you look great I was just also wondering how much did the procedure cost

WOW You look amazing ...I think I have finally made my descion that YES when I reach my goal I will have a TT for sure ...and a little lift with the boobs

Thank you twinks that is something I can work for you are an inspiration .<3 do you need your arms done? Mine are flapping all over in Zumba class. You did not get inplants ?

You look amazing! Do you still have your band? If so, did they move your port during your TT?

Girl, you look amazing!! What a big difference!

Those are fantastic pix, thanks so much for posting them! I am also wondering about your port...you are skinny with a small waist now so I would expect to see it unless they revised it to a low profile...mine sticks out like a golf ball!

OMGosh you look amazing I can't wait to get banded and start my journey. After I'm at my goal weight for 1 year then I will too get my tummy and breast done. Congrats on the new you! You totally look amazing and so deserve it you have come along wait....

you look great I was just also wondering how much did the procedure cost

Thanks! Cost for both was $11,660.

Thank you twinks that is something I can work for you are an inspiration .<3 do you need your arms done? Mine are flapping all over in Zumba class. You did not get inplants ?

I totally need my arms and inner thighs done, but I'm holding off on that for a year or two, my body needs a surgery rest, lol. No implants and I'm about a C cup. Apparently I had good mass, just stretched out "packaging", lol. I do have before and after pics of my breasts that I'd be willing to show you, send me a PM.

You look amazing! Do you still have your band? If so, did they move your port during your TT?

Thank you. Yes, I still have my band and port didn't move. It is right to the left of my belly button. I'm surprised as well, that it is not noticeable. I can feel it a lot more, but I thought it would stick out a lot.

Those are fantastic pix, thanks so much for posting them! I am also wondering about your port...you are skinny with a small waist now so I would expect to see it unless they revised it to a low profile...mine sticks out like a golf ball!

LOL - thanks! I think my lapband Dr used a low profile to begin with, but I'm not positive.

Thanks to everyone else. I cannot even begin to say how much better I feel about myself after having lapband surgery. Getting all the skin removed was another huge step. I was definitely nervous for the tummy tuck, but it is so incredibly worth it!

I'm very impressed by your transformation! If you don't mind my asking, how many incisions are on each breast for the lift? My husband was freaked out by my relatively teeny lapband incisions, so I thought I might never be able to go thru with plastic surgery. But the change is so great, I think it might be worth it.

Awesome transformation! You look amazing. I can't wait to hit goal and have my arms done and boobs lifted! Ive already gone from a HH to DD with 80 more pounds to lose so Im sure I'll be a mess!lol But your pics are inspiring thanks for posting! Any thoughts on getting a TT for someone who hasn't yet had children? I always read mixed reviews. Im 27 and not sure yet if I will have kids on my own but theres always a possibility!