Guest guest Posted April 5, 2006 Report Share Posted April 5, 2006 Today was the unveiling of the new me! I was so nervous to have the drains pulled and to see what was under the bandages!!! When undid the girdle and helped me out of it; I felt soooooooooo good and then she started taking the bandages off and I began to feel better and better! I laid there on the table just scratching and rubbing my stomach! It felt so good!!!! Dr. Sherrod came in and looked me over and said everything looked very good and the drains could come out! HURRAY!!!!!! It didn't hurt at all when he pulled them out, I could feel them moving inside of me and that was kind of weird, but no pain! Then he asked me if I was ready to see the new body; I told him I thought so. He helped me off of the table and stood me in front of a full length mirror. I have to tell you, I totally lost it! I was bawling like a baby! I have never had a body like this before Of course, the incisions still look very raw, but I know that will get better with time. I'm just totally amazed at how I look. Dr. Sherrod told me to wait until tomorrow to take a shower; I can barely wait for that. Sink baths just don't do the trick. He told me not to be doing any lifting, stretching, pulling or pushing, to listen to my body and just do what I felt like. No housework--he said there was too much bending and twisting involved--I don't know if Bill is going to believe this one!! My sister had driven me to the doctor---my family is very protective and didn't think I could do this my self. After leaving the doctor's office we went out to lunch and while eating lunch decided to go buy some new clothes! Good and bad idea!!!! I bought 3 new outfits to go back to work in and 2 outfits to wear at home. Before surgery, I was a size 12------the new clothes are size 8!!! I remember wearing a size 10 when I was in the 5th grade, but can never remember wearing anything smaller. My sister and I were both in tears!!!! We are an emotional bunch! We left my house at 9:15 this morning and didn't get home until 1:30 (we didn't see the doctor until 10:45!), so I am really wiped out and think I am going to indulge in a short nap before Bill gets home. I will be back in the office tomorrow at 9 a.m. Thank you for all the kind messages, enquires, etc. If you have any questions about the tummy tuck procedure and the recuperation let me know. I have kept a daily journal and will share with you. Star Sweet Patient Representative CELOS, INC Cell: 417-291-2892 Fax: 417-206-2599 E-mail: stars@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Star, Thanks for sharing your wonderful day with us. It's stories like yours that keep me going while I wait for the finances to have my dance. Congratulations! in NC pre-op Star Sweet <stars@...> wrote: Today was the unveiling of the new me! I was so nervous to have the drains pulled and to see what was under the bandages!!! When undid the girdle and helped me out of it; I felt soooooooooo good and then she started taking the bandages off and I began to feel better and better! I laid there on the table just scratching and rubbing my stomach! It felt so good!!!! Dr. Sherrod came in and looked me over and said everything looked very good and the drains could come out! HURRAY!!!!!! It didn't hurt at all when he pulled them out, I could feel them moving inside of me and that was kind of weird, but no pain! Then he asked me if I was ready to see the new body; I told him I thought so. He helped me off of the table and stood me in front of a full length mirror. I have to tell you, I totally lost it! I was bawling like a baby! I have never had a body like this before Of course, the incisions still look very raw, but I know that will get better with time. I'm just totally amazed at how I look. Dr. Sherrod told me to wait until tomorrow to take a shower; I can barely wait for that. Sink baths just don't do the trick. He told me not to be doing any lifting, stretching, pulling or pushing, to listen to my body and just do what I felt like. No housework--he said there was too much bending and twisting involved--I don't know if Bill is going to believe this one!! My sister had driven me to the doctor---my family is very protective and didn't think I could do this my self. After leaving the doctor's office we went out to lunch and while eating lunch decided to go buy some new clothes! Good and bad idea!!!! I bought 3 new outfits to go back to work in and 2 outfits to wear at home. Before surgery, I was a size 12------the new clothes are size 8!!! I remember wearing a size 10 when I was in the 5th grade, but can never remember wearing anything smaller. My sister and I were both in tears!!!! We are an emotional bunch! We left my house at 9:15 this morning and didn't get home until 1:30 (we didn't see the doctor until 10:45!), so I am really wiped out and think I am going to indulge in a short nap before Bill gets home. I will be back in the office tomorrow at 9 a.m. Thank you for all the kind messages, enquires, etc. If you have any questions about the tummy tuck procedure and the recuperation let me know. I have kept a daily journal and will share with you. Star Sweet Patient Representative CELOS, INC Cell: 417-291-2892 Fax: 417-206-2599 E-mail: stars@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Star congratulations! I am set for June 26th, for a lower body lift with the cut all the way around, so it is interesting to hear someone else's experience. I dread it and can't wait all at the same time. I can't BELIEVE you are going back to work so soon. I am planning on taking a MONTH off (but working from home as much as possible after the first week or 10days). Good luck, I can't wait for this next step. V Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Wow STAR HOW AWESOME!!!! I AM THROUGH FOR YOU!! WE WANT PICTURES!!!! So glad to hear how well you are doing! YOU SKINNY THANG!!! Blessings Cheri Dr R 10/26/05 299/246 -- Tummy Tuck Update Today was the unveiling of the new me! I was so nervous to have the drains pulled and to see what was under the bandages!!! When undid the girdle and helped me out of it; I felt soooooooooo good and then she started taking the bandages off and I began to feel better and better! I laid there on the table just scratching and rubbing my stomach! It felt so good!!!! Dr. Sherrod came in and looked me over and said everything looked very good and the drains could come out! HURRAY!!!!!! It didn't hurt at all when he pulled them out, I could feel them moving inside of me and that was kind of weird, but no pain! Then he asked me if I was ready to see the new body; I told him I thought so. He helped me off of the table and stood me in front of a full length mirror. I have to tell you, I totally lost it! I was bawling like a baby! I have never had a body like this before Of course, the incisions still look very raw, but I know that will get better with time I'm just totally amazed at how I look. Dr. Sherrod told me to wait until tomorrow to take a shower; I can barely wait for that. Sink baths just don t do the trick. He told me not to be doing any lifting, stretching, pulling or pushing, to listen to my body and just do what I felt like. No housework--he said there was too much bending and twisting involved--I don't know if Bill is going to believe this one!! My sister had driven me to the doctor---my family is very protective and didn't think I could do this my self. After leaving the doctor's office we went out to lunch and while eating lunch decided to go buy some new clothes! Good and bad idea!!!! I bought 3 new outfits to go back to work in and 2 outfits to wear at home. Before surgery, I was a size 12------the new clothes are size 8!!! I remember wearing a size 10 when I was in the 5th grade, but can never remember wearing anything smaller. My sister and I were both in tears!!!! We are an emotional bunch! We left my house at 9:15 this morning and didn't get home until 1:30 (we didn't see the doctor until 10:45!), so I am really wiped out and think I am going to indulge in a short nap before Bill gets home. I will be back in the office tomorrow at 9 a.m. Thank you for all the kind messages, enquires, etc. If you have any questions about the tummy tuck procedure and the recuperation let me know. I have kept a daily journal and will share with you. Star Sweet Patient Representative CELOS, INC Cell: 417-291-2892 Fax: 417-206-2599 E-mail: stars@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2006 Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Errr..... I'm thrilled for you!!! (darn typos) lol Cheri -- Tummy Tuck Update Today was the unveiling of the new me! I was so nervous to have the drains pulled and to see what was under the bandages!!! When undid the girdle and helped me out of it; I felt soooooooooo good and then she started taking the bandages off and I began to feel better and better! I laid there on the table just scratching and rubbing my stomach! It felt so good!!!! Dr. Sherrod came in and looked me over and said everything looked very good and the drains could come out! HURRAY!!!!!! It didn't hurt at all when he pulled them out, I could feel them moving inside of me and that was kind of weird, but no pain! Then he asked me if I was ready to see the new body; I told him I thought so. He helped me off of the table and stood me in front of a full length mirror. I have to tell you, I totally lost it! I was bawling like a baby! I have never had a body like this before Of course, the incisions still look very raw, but I know that will get better with time I'm just totally amazed at how I look. Dr. Sherrod told me to wait until tomorrow to take a shower; I can barely wait for that. Sink baths just don t do the trick. He told me not to be doing any lifting, stretching, pulling or pushing, to listen to my body and just do what I felt like. No housework--he said there was too much bending and twisting involved--I don't know if Bill is going to believe this one!! My sister had driven me to the doctor---my family is very protective and didn't think I could do this my self. After leaving the doctor's office we went out to lunch and while eating lunch decided to go buy some new clothes! Good and bad idea!!!! I bought 3 new outfits to go back to work in and 2 outfits to wear at home. Before surgery, I was a size 12------the new clothes are size 8!!! I remember wearing a size 10 when I was in the 5th grade, but can never remember wearing anything smaller. My sister and I were both in tears!!!! We are an emotional bunch! We left my house at 9:15 this morning and didn't get home until 1:30 (we didn't see the doctor until 10:45!), so I am really wiped out and think I am going to indulge in a short nap before Bill gets home. I will be back in the office tomorrow at 9 a.m. Thank you for all the kind messages, enquires, etc. If you have any questions about the tummy tuck procedure and the recuperation let me know. I have kept a daily journal and will share with you. Star Sweet Patient Representative CELOS, INC Cell: 417-291-2892 Fax: 417-206-2599 E-mail: stars@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2006 Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Hi Star Sweet, I am so happy for you. I would know what I would do with out all this stomach skin but I know that it would be wonderful not to have it hanging on my thigh. I hope in time I will be albe to finacally to be able to have at least a tummy tuck and maybe a breast list. I can't wait intil you post some pictures. Try to take it easy and don't push your self. Take Care, Neighbors Enchanted Glass Creations Stained and Leaded Glass Projects ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: " Star Sweet " <stars@...> Reply- Date: Wed, 5 Apr 2006 14:03:38 -0500 >Today was the unveiling of the new me! I was so nervous to have the drains pulled and to see what was under the bandages!!! When undid the girdle and helped me out of it; I felt soooooooooo good and then she started taking the bandages off and I began to feel better and better! I laid there on the table just scratching and rubbing my stomach! It felt so good!!!! Dr. Sherrod came in and looked me over and said everything looked very good and the drains could come out! HURRAY!!!!!! It didn't hurt at all when he pulled them out, I could feel them moving inside of me and that was kind of weird, but no pain! Then he asked me if I was ready to see the new body; I told him I thought so. He helped me off of the table and stood me in front of a full length mirror. I have to tell you, I totally lost it! I was bawling like a baby! I have never had a body like this before Of course, the incisions still look very raw, but I know that will get better with time. I'm just totally amazed at how I look. My sister had driven me to the doctor---my family is very protective and didn't think I could do this my self. After leaving the doctor's office we went out to lunch and while eating lunch decided to go buy some new clothes! Good and bad idea!!!! I bought 3 new outfits to go back to work in and 2 outfits to wear at home. Before surgery, I was a size 12------the new clothes are size 8!!! I remember wearing a size 10 when I was in the 5th grade, but can never remember wearing anything smaller. My sister and I were both in tears!!!! We are an emotional bunch! >We left my house at 9:15 this morning and didn't get home until 1:30 (we didn't see the doctor until 10:45!), so I am really wiped out and think I am going to indulge in a short nap before Bill gets home. >I will be back in the office tomorrow at 9 a.m. >Thank you for all the kind messages, enquires, etc. >If you have any questions about the tummy tuck procedure and the recuperation let me know. I have kept a daily journal and will share with you. >Star Sweet >Patient Representative >CELOS, INC >Cell: 417-291-2892 >Fax: 417-206-2599 >E-mail: stars@... > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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