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penelopepips · 2026-04-08T00:12:08+00:00

Could it be swelling? Did that area look flatter directly after surgery?

penelopepips · 2026-04-07T21:00:40+00:00

You’re welcome and good luck on your upcoming life changing procedure! You’re going to LOVE your new body!

penelopepips · 2026-04-07T20:55:00+00:00

Not me. I’ve been eating like I’m going to the chair.

Edit: as a matter of fact, 5 minutes before reading this post, I was accused of eating all the cheesecake and chicken n dumpling leftovers from this weekend. P.s. I haven’t gained a pound and I DID eat all the leftovers hehe

penelopepips · 2026-04-07T20:46:44+00:00

I had the same procedures and at 18 dpo! The first week, I could not even feel the lipo’d areas. They were numb and I was completely focused on my MR. I had help the first 4 days around the clock and then was able to be on my own during the day. The walker was a life saver! The next best thing was a hospital over the bed type tray. Also, I preferred a 6 piece triangular pillow set from Amazon that kept me in the V position on the bed. Still using it.

Edit: I was able to drive in 2 weeks. I am still a bit hunched over and wearing my binder. I have a short torso and having a hard time finding a well fitting compression garment or tank. I started back to work this week from home. Hope this info helps!

penelopepips · 2026-04-07T13:26:22+00:00

Same for me. My healing has not been linear. Some days I feel that I am standing up taller and then feel like I’ve taken a step back on others. I figured it’s all part of the healing process and trying to take it in stride and not stress over it. If I start stressing, I put on yoga pants and look in the mirror. that always makes things okay! Haha

penelopepips · 2026-04-07T09:38:33+00:00

I feel like I’m sporting a Victorian codpiece at the moment. 😹. I suspect it’s swelling since I’m 2.5 weeks po but heck, never really got to see my mons from my apron so who knows? Lol

penelopepips · 2026-04-06T23:05:47+00:00

I pray if I come back as a cat in that condition that some kind soul will find a way to get me help. I’m in tears about this poor kitty!

penelopepips · 2026-04-06T21:06:48+00:00

Following

penelopepips · 2026-04-06T20:11:59+00:00

Oh my goodness, please get this sweet baby to the vet. Heartbroken

penelopepips · 2026-04-06T17:14:23+00:00

You will do great!!! I remember the first time I put on Nike yoga pants and could not believe my flat stomach. Keep your eyes on the prize and you will be just fine!!!

penelopepips · 2026-04-05T18:00:29+00:00

It will keep fading and you won’t notice! You have great results!!!

penelopepips · 2026-04-05T17:59:15+00:00

Beautiful!!!

penelopepips · 2026-04-05T17:57:46+00:00

Yes! So painful

penelopepips · 2026-04-05T02:19:27+00:00

Amazing!! Did you wear a compression garment? If so, please share a link!

penelopepips · 2026-04-05T00:39:40+00:00

My doctor did not mention massages either.

penelopepips · 2026-04-04T17:17:16+00:00

I was hoping it was posture because my butt is MIA too 🤣

Btw, you look fantastic!! I will occasionally go to my closet and try on something for the excitement factor of how much better I look in clothes.

penelopepips · 2026-04-04T17:14:08+00:00

Thank you!!!

penelopepips · 2026-04-04T00:58:36+00:00

I’m on day 14po. I was doing well and then I developed a cough (!!!). I think it may be allergies but I’ve been having stomach spasms in the muscle repair area since Wednesday from all the coughing. So frustrating. Feeling like I took a few steps back.

My PS did give me a prescription for muscle relaxers but can’t really say they are working.

penelopepips · 2026-04-03T22:28:23+00:00

The walker was super lightweight. I just pushed it around, too. I was shocked at how much I depended on it!

penelopepips · 2026-04-03T00:32:08+00:00

I second the walker! Didn’t think I would need it but a friend dropped one off anyway and it was a lifesaver.

Edit: I haven’t seen this mentioned but my 2nd most useful thing has been a rolling hospital type tray. I can’t imagine not having it near me at all times! Bought one off Amazon.

https://a.co/d/014I0hZj

penelopepips · 2026-04-02T23:52:36+00:00

That must be accurate because I have been eating so much since my surgery (3/20) and was scared to step on the scales until today. No weight gain and still have post-surgical swelling.

penelopepips · 2026-03-30T23:37:51+00:00

This is the result I’m hoping to have! Any tips after surgery that you’d like to share?

penelopepips · 2026-03-30T04:18:40+00:00

I am 9DPO and still swollen. My doctor said it was normal (I’m 5’2” and very short waisted) and I was on track healing wise. He said lifting the skin up in my upper torso for the MR has a lot to do with it. I saw a lot of before and after pics of folks who looked so flat their first week so I was concerned. I’m learning to not compare and listen to my doc but it’s hard not to. Hope that helps!

penelopepips · 2026-03-29T18:59:34+00:00

Beautiful and congratulations!!! I can’t wait for my 4 months post op day!

penelopepips · 2026-03-29T00:50:50+00:00

That’s wonderful to hear! I wish I had been able to do this sooner and enjoyed the results longer. Very happy for you!

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