Ok, I finally have a date, so I thought I would start a thread about my plastic surgery!!

I will have an extended tummy tuck, thigh lift and mons lift on October 24th. I am having my tubes tied at that time as well.

My emotions are all over the place allready and i am usually not like that at all. Will I really have a flat tummy?? Are my expectations too high?? Will I be happy with my body after the surgery or will I continue to find every flaw?? It's like a whirlwind of questions going through my mind. Those of you who have allready done this, did you experience these same feelings.

Here's the other thing....Since I set the date, I am having the hardest time staying focused. I want to lose 15 more pounds before surgery and I can't seem to stay focused. The surgery should be motivation enough.

I am going to use this thread as a way to keep all of my lapband buddies up to date on my progress, and would also love the support and advice of those of you who have been there. I am amazed at the friendship and support I have received on this website. You guys really do ROCK!!

I will post before pics closer to surgery.

FLATLANDS HERE I COME!!!

Renewed, prayers are with you for a speedy and as pain free (as possible) recovery.

Thanks Georgia!

Renewed... prayers for a painfree and fast recovery! So glad it all went well.

Thanks for the update Georgia!

Renewed so glad to hear all is well!!! Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Big healing hugs to you!!!

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I am home. Definately sore, but considering all I think I am doing very well. Dr Querry removed 8.2 pounds of flesh. I am very swollen. I have sprung a couple of leaks, but she thinks they will resolve witht thecompression garment on now!! It is very uncomfotable to sit in the chair just yet, so I won't be posting much. Thanks for all your prayers and well wishes. I could feel them. I will give more details later.

Georgia, Thanks for being my bestest band buddy!! It was great to talk to you on the phone!!

YAY, you're home!! Me and DS have been at his cousins fishing birthday party since lunch. I was going to give you a call if I didn't see a post from you. When I woke up this morning, my first thought was "I wonder how Renewed is doing", lol. I still can't believe how good you sounded on the phone yesterday. You rock!! Take it easy and try to get some good rest (if that's possible, lol).

Call me if you don't feel up to posting and I'll update everyone. And ditto on the bestest band buddy....you're the best!!!!

Good news! Welcome home and take it easy.

Yeah renewed!!!!!

That is fabulous that they were able to do the 360 lift :eek:. It will be worth the pain, the drains, and even (gasp) the leaks. Put on that compression garment and take good care of yourself.

Jacquie

Welcome home Renewed. I hope your pain is minimal! If not... do DRUGS!!!! LOL. Seriously, take care!

Renewed - I'm glad to hear you are doing good (well as good as possible). I hope you continue to heal without complications. You'll be back up and going before you know it!

So glad to hear from you. 8lbs is a lot for a tt I think! You must be very happy - have you had a peak at your tummy? I found it really surreal at first (actually I still do). The first week was rough for me - mostly uncomfortable right? If you stick with your pain meds for as long as you need them you will get pleanty of rest and be feeling yourself in no time. Keep us updated.

Hey Renewed, Congratulations my fellow Oct PS buddy. WOHOO 8 pounds must be the magic number this month. I haven't been online much as Dr has me on strict bed rest becasue of one icky spot hes keeping a close eye on. He told me to not stress, but I m . thats just me.

OK will chat later, remember the drugs our your friend right now.

Congratulations again.~

I haven't been on much either. It is really hard to sit in a regular chair. The incision going all the way around is quite a deal. It makes it pretty difficult to get comfortable. howeve, I am not regretting the decision at all. Today DH and I changed all of my dressings so I got to take the compression garment off and see myself for the first time. Very surreal. I can't believe that is me. Lots of swelling, but under this garb is a petite little waist. I can actually see my back bone. My tummy is SOOO flat. I will definately post pictures when I heal a little more. I can still see imperfections, but I am so amazed with my results. I stll can't believe that body attached to my head is mine!! It is really difficult to put into words. I have worked so hard for this and I finally can really see the results.

BTW, I weighed today. I weighed 170 the morning of surgery. The doctor removed 8.2 pounds. I am obviously VERY swollen so I was very pleased when the scales said 166.2 this afternoon.

I feel pretty good. More discomfort than pain. One of my drains pulls funny and really gives me grief, but that is my biggest complaint!!

Renewed, I'm so thrilled for you. Your journey is very motivating and helps me when I'm feeling frustrated at the slowness of my weight loss.

I can't wait to see your results! Glad you are doing so good. Take it easy and rest up my friend.

I haven't been on much either. It is really hard to sit in a regular chair. The incision going all the way around is quite a deal. It makes it pretty difficult to get comfortable. howeve, I am not regretting the decision at all. Today DH and I changed all of my dressings so I got to take the compression garment off and see myself for the first time. Very surreal. I can't believe that is me. Lots of swelling, but under this garb is a petite little waist. I can actually see my back bone. My tummy is SOOO flat. I will definately post pictures when I heal a little more. I can still see imperfections, but I am so amazed with my results. I stll can't believe that body attached to my head is mine!! It is really difficult to put into words. I have worked so hard for this and I finally can really see the results.

BTW, I weighed today. I weighed 170 the morning of surgery. The doctor removed 8.2 pounds. I am obviously VERY swollen so I was very pleased when the scales said 166.2 this afternoon.

I feel pretty good. More discomfort than pain. One of my drains pulls funny and really gives me grief, but that is my biggest complaint!!

Isn't it surreal? I am so glad you dont regret. I am almost 6 weeks out and I feel like it is some sort of weird dream. I

n terms of weight - I was about 163-164 the day of surgery - I was bit bloated bc of TOM and now 6 weeks later I am down to about 151.5. AND TOM came agan so maybe I am bit below that. It really took at least a month for the total amount of weight remove to be reflected on the scale and it freaked me out (if you remember my posts about that) It seems like you are ahead of the game with your weight going down so early.

Question: where do you notice your swelling the most? 6 weeks out and I still have fluid being removed from my bum but my stomach also feels very weird sometimes. Guess I will ask the PS about that on wednesday.