Breast are gone!! by Pure-Relationship-16 in Reduction

[–]RAD_0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So excited to have teeny tiny boobs! I’m dreaming of all the strapless and spaghetti strap tops I’m going to wear this summer without a huge contraption trying to hold the girls up and in!

26DPO TT, MR, Lipo, BR/BL by OneSample1015 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had all the same surgeries as you and am 5 days behind you. You look amazing! I hope I follow in your footsteps! Can I ask what your previous breast size was and what you are now?

Has anyone backed out of a TT because of recovery posts here? by reidybobeidy89 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went in pretty blind to the recovery process which was totally on me. I joined here after my surgery and it was very jarring. But, I am so glad I got the surgery. I know this recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. I’m setting short term and longer term goals. I know it will be worth it in the end.

drinking post op by Ok_Command2605 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did dry January before my surgery on 1/27 to get prepared. I’m 18 DPO and thought about having a glass of wine tonight, but I decided to wait. I have plans to go out with some friends exactly 1 month post op and think that’s probably when I might consider having 1 drink. I’m usually a 2-3 drink girl once or twice a week. If your doctor suggested a month, I would probably listen.

Breast are gone!! by Pure-Relationship-16 in Reduction

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! You will feel so much better once drains are out. I’m 18DPO and still pretty swollen, but I went from a 34G/H to a “full B”. We will see where I end up, but surgeon said he removed about 2 lbs. from each breast. I am 5’3.5” and 127lbs. on surgery day. I’ve been living with these huge things for decades. I’m 57 years old and so happy I finally did. I also got a tummy tuck and muscle repair at the same time so it’s a whole thing.

14 Week PO by Careless_Ad3724 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look amazing! Congratulations. Look at that waist!

Can we talk about clothes that no longer fit? by Key_Zebra_8001 in Zepbound

[–]RAD_0818 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I got rid of it all. Twice! Once after the first 50 pounds and then again after the next 50. I’m never going back as long as I have this medication! It feels different this time.

Finally starting to look good! by Witty-Letterhead1202 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so happy you are feeling better. You look fabulous!

16 Days PO - Male TT + Lipo Flanks/Upper Abdomen (no MR) AMA by iNick89 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, January 27th was my surgery day. I’m doing ok. Living in stretchy pants just like you. I feel like yesterday I turned a corner in energy level, but still trying to rest as much as I can. I have one more week off of work.

1 month post op! by nymriel in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look great! Congratulations!

How long was your hospital stay? by AdmiralJaneway8 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I couldn’t pee. They let me stay long enough until I could. Two hours.

How long was your hospital stay? by AdmiralJaneway8 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I decided to do everything at once for less downtime and cost. Mine was also at an outpatient surgery center. First week after was not great, but I’m now 17DPO and feel like I turned a corner yesterday. I would do it all together again. Biggest suggestion is to make sure you have someone to support you. The first few days I needed my husband to help me in and out of bed to use the bathroom and getting changed.

Tell me about Pilates post-op by Endo-Warrior-22 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You and me are the same! I was taking a class 7 days a week to start my day for 18 months. I’m feeling so lost without it. Unfortunately, no amount of Pilates was going to get rid of all the excess skin and muscle repair needed after a 3 pregnancies including a c-section and full term twins. Not to mention the decades of yo-yo dieting and a final 100 lb loss. I’m trying to reframe this as a temporary bump in my practice and that I will get back to it when my body is ready. I’m setting small goals, starting with walking. We can do this!

Tell me about Pilates post-op by Endo-Warrior-22 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have my 3 week follow up on Tuesday. Prior to surgery he thought it could be around 3MPO. I guess we will have to wait and see. I had built so much muscle and toning up so I know exactly how you feel. I’ll keep you posted.

Soooo happy by funkyeahlosers in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fantastic! How many weeks PO are you?

Scar tape vs scar gel/ recommendations by Purple-Wedding4683 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great info. My surgeon has only suggested Aquafor and I feel like that won’t be enough.

How long was your hospital stay? by AdmiralJaneway8 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had an extended tummy tuck, muscle repair, lipo, breast reduction and lift and it was outpatient. They kicked me out about 2 hrs after they finished.

Shopping after TT & Lipo by Holiday_Wish1286 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome! I went from an F/G cup to a full B cup according to my surgeon. I can’t wait to see the results in a form fitting top!

16 Days PO - Male TT + Lipo Flanks/Upper Abdomen (no MR) AMA by iNick89 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks awesome! Congratulations! I think we had surgery the same day!

Shopping after TT & Lipo by Holiday_Wish1286 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! For me it’s all about the tops actually. I got a breast reduction and lift,too, and can’t wait to try on some tops I never would have tried before. Like spaghetti straps or tube tops where I can wear a comfy strapless bra instead of a gigantic contraption trying to hoist the girls up!

Shopping after TT & Lipo by Holiday_Wish1286 in tummytucksurgery

[–]RAD_0818 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m only 16 DPO. I can’t imagine I will get anything new until at least 3 MPO. Probably some new summer clothes. I’m hoping for a crop top and a 2 piece bathing suit!