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I remember what it felt like to start realizing that I wasn't fat anymore.... it was crazy, and it was a process.

This Tummy Tuck thing.... you are TOSSED in - the change happens in a few short hours - and POOF, a tummy I never thought possible. Consider these psychological impacts if you decide to have one.

I am 5 days post op - posted some pictures on my blog.

http://aleadsinger.wordpress.com/

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Thanks for sharing! You look AMAZING!!

Seeing your pics is the inspiration I need right now. I'm having a Tummy Tuck and (big) hernia repair on Wednesday and I gotta tell you, I'm scared to freak'n death lol. I know the recovery from this surgery is going to make past surgeries look like a cake walk.

The part I'm dreading most is those drains. I've had them before and they are so uncomfortable! Do you still have yours in?

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Thanks for sharing. I haven't yet begun this journey (will be banded 28th May) and my stomach already hangs over severely I can only imagine after losing the 100 and some pounds I need to lose. So, it was helpful seeing how well yours turned out . Now, if I can get over the fear of having one.:) Thanks again

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That is amazing!! You look great! Thanks for sharing.

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Amazing pics! You look fabulous!

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You look great, nice job on the abdominoplasty. OMG those drains are so uncomfortable, but we use compression garments here in the UK so drains are out after 4 days, they are much bigger ones too by the looks of it, great big vaccuum bottles lol

I wish you a speedy recovery and enjoy life in the 'normal' lane now !!

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Beautiful results!

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Thanks for sharing with us! It really helps those of us that are a few step behind you to prepare for the next step. I'm scheduled for a TT 1 week from today and for some reason I'm so scared!! I keep trying to prepare myself but the best help is seeing those that have had it done and were just as scared, but are so happy the took the plunge. I keep telling myself I will feel the same way and I just have to (like your blog said) be brave!

thanks again! I'll keep lots of pictures to share withyou guys a few step behind me.

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I can assure you it is totally worth it and its more scarey having a lapband fitted when most of us were really heavy and unhealthy, I am sure you will be fine and just keep thinking of what u will feel like once all that skin has gone :) good luck !

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Looks great, congrats!

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Looks great and love your blog!

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I've been reading your blog posts...not only are you funny, but I am so inspired by what you have shared. Some fears I've had are now gone thanks to your honesty. You are an amazing person and I'm happy for your success!!!! Bravo!

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