Multiple CSection Mamas!

iamwitheringaweigh
iamwitheringaweigh Posts: 3
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I am looking for other moms that have had multiple csections. I feel alone. I feel like my body is the only one that looks like hell! I have an overhang, saggy mommy skin. Help!! Looking to lose 35 pounds.
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  • cynthialsellars
    cynthialsellars Posts: 1 Member
    hi im new and i have had three csections looking to lose 55 lbs
  • KrazzyJazz
    KrazzyJazz Posts: 2
    Hi. I had 2 csections in 13 months. (Now a 2 and 3 year olds) I still have 10-20 lbs to lose, but want the shelf gone.
  • Jenn_Lyn1102
    Jenn_Lyn1102 Posts: 219 Member
    I have only had one C-section, but it was awful. I wish what I experienced on NO one!! I feel you on the overhang, saggy mommy skin!
  • MamaFunky
    MamaFunky Posts: 735 Member
    I have had 2 c-sections too! I have seen great results from doing a combo of Jillian's DVDs, running and some strength training.

    It took me a while to get feeling back around the scar tissue, but I don't notice it as much anymore. My c-sections were 10 & 8 yrs ago. I remember the 1st one being so hard to recover from. The 2nd one I was up and moving so much quicker.

    Good luck! You can do it!! :smile:

    ETA: my favorite Jillian workouts are Six Week Six Pack, Banish Fat Boost Metabolism, No More Trouble Zones, and 30 Day Shred. They are all awesome workouts!
  • Kayley403
    Kayley403 Posts: 7
    I had a c section 3 months ago, and like jenn_lynn1102 I wouldn't wish that recovery process on anyone! A personal trainer at my gym who specializing in post partum suggested working on re building strength in my core,and to have patience, after all it is a major surgery, and having to look after a newborn on top of that...let's give ourselves some credit ladies!
  • findingjanelle
    findingjanelle Posts: 12 Member
    I have had 2 and I am in the same boat. I hate the saggy lower belly that is just above that big scare ! I have 16 lbs to go , I found boot camps and a lot of core helps with it, but I fear it will never be like it once was :( But worth it for my kiddies to be safe on delivery :)
  • JenD1066
    JenD1066 Posts: 298 Member
    Greetings! I'm Jennifer. I've had two- one 13 years ago, (after 20 hours of labor) and a scheduled one four years ago. I think the worst side effect is the havoc it wreaks on your abdominals. I mean, by the time I could even FEEL them again, the muscles were shot!
    I'm slowly working my way back- MFP really helps.

    Sending you a friend request.

    Edit - I want to look like Mama Funky! ^ Wow!
  • AwesomeLisa
    AwesomeLisa Posts: 21 Member
    I had 3 C-sections. My last was 3 years ago and I have the saggy horrible overhang too. Would love to get rid of it so that I can where a bikini again. :0(
  • 9Chelle28
    9Chelle28 Posts: 22 Member
    I can relate. I've had two myself and just never been able to feel like I look good since. I've got a lot to lose but I'm pretty determined.
  • zombiemomjo
    zombiemomjo Posts: 494 Member
    I had two, 15 months apart. And I've lost about 30 pounds since this, but struggling as the weight is going back up. I have PCOS, so I have this lovely tendency to hold weight in my middle no matter what I do. :grumble: But I've been working and working at it since I joined two years ago!
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    I have had 2, 10 years apart. Most recent in 2009. I lift heavy and that has shown me the most results.
  • JDRGirl
    JDRGirl Posts: 21 Member
    I had two unscheduled c-sections, also have a table over the scar, looking to lose 35 lbs right now. It seems so daunting. I just started walking/joggiing..more jogging than walking at this point. I have been doing a calorie blast yoga dvd at home, and I have already noticed that my strength and flexibility have increased. I also do Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30, Jillian Michaels yoga burn (faster, more intense poses IMO) and a pilates dvd. I also have been trying very hard obviously to eat more fewer calorie meals through out the day, and making sure i get a proper serving of veggies, proteine and healthy fats..it is not always easy lol. I have lost just over 4lbs in the last 3 weeks, which seems slow, but im also nursing and i dont want to lose weight to quickly cause when the fat breaks down too fast, it can actually put toxins into your milk, and obviously thats not good for baby :) anyways, hope this helps :) feel free to add me!
  • tsmom1128
    tsmom1128 Posts: 151 Member
    Two c-sections, the nasty hang, and looking to lose 60ish. Here to support and looking for some saggy love!!!! xo
  • enterdanger
    enterdanger Posts: 2,447 Member
    I've had 2. January 2011 and February 2013. 2nd was planned and way better than the first. I just want to be closer to 100 than 200 and lose the hang...I heard its called an apron. 45lbs to go. damn kids.
  • tsmom1128
    tsmom1128 Posts: 151 Member
    I've had 2. January 2011 and February 2013. 2nd was planned and way better than the first. I just want to be closer to 100 than 200 and lose the hang...I heard its called an apron. 45lbs to go. damn kids.

    I love you! And the "Apron" MUST GO!!!
  • msbunnie68
    msbunnie68 Posts: 1,894 Member
    I have had 3 c-sections. My kids are worth each and every one and I would not change that for the world.

    The overhang has gone with the excess weight and I feel great.
  • THEmrsmurphy
    THEmrsmurphy Posts: 8 Member
    Hi! This is a great thread... I have had 3 c-sections so I have that horrid overhang..... I want to get this off.... it's my main problem! I have about the same to lose as you... maybe more depending on how I look! I will friend you! :smile:
  • Mandi5512
    Mandi5512 Posts: 61 Member
    I have the nasty shelf as well. I have had 2, one in Jan. 2012 and most recent April 2014. Even though the little ones are worth every stretch mark, its difficult not feeling confident in my body. I gained 100 lbs with my first pregnancy going from a size 5 to a 14 post 1st and 2nd baby. Even tho the second was much easier on my body and I have lost all the weight from that pregnancy, it has made things droop even worse lol. I have already lost 14lbs I have 43 to go to be post both babies!
  • londette
    londette Posts: 53 Member
    I've had 4 C-sections and am still losing the weight since having my twins. I'm nervous about how my stomach is going to look after I have lost it all.
  • AbenaPortia
    AbenaPortia Posts: 17 Member
    This is a great thread. At least we can all share our stories/success and know that you are not only. Three c-section 2004, 2008, and 2013. I started this weight-loss journey a month ago and I have lost 11 lbs. I will start insanity workout on Monday mainly to see if it can help with this overhang.
  • carriehopp
    carriehopp Posts: 34 Member
    I have had 2 c-sections (2008 and 2010). I have always been overweight, and my stomach was never anything to brag about. But that overhang is so pronounced now! Currently doing Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred... tomorrow is the last day for level 1.. Yay!! But those bicycles at the very end still kill my abs! Just have to keep pushing thru saying that someday there will be no more overhang!
  • WaynesGurl
    WaynesGurl Posts: 44 Member
    Three c/s..........my "baby" is 12 tho lol I cant keep using that one as an excuse. :) The scar is deep and lovely tho huh? Fat overhang...gross I know...me too. I have 80 more lbs or so to go. Little by little!
  • TurnerMM2014
    TurnerMM2014 Posts: 1 Member
    I've had two c sections. One was an emergency csection in 2013 and I had a planned csection 14 months after that. I was not aiming to have kids that close, my second child was not planned but is still a blessing nevertheless. I'm still recovering from my surgery but I've decided this time I'm going to get my body back one way or another. Already down 15 pounds and I keep giving myself little goals seeing how I know losing 65 pounds is a bit of an overwhelming goal in itself. I can't workout my abs just yet but arms and legs I'm working as much as possible. As soon as I can I'm going to work on my core. I'm extremely optimistic and think with lots of exercise the pooch will be no more. We will just have to see.
  • strawmama
    strawmama Posts: 623 Member
    I've had 2 c-sections, and unfortunately, I have the pooch that comes along with that and gaining a ton of weight over the years. I still have about 36 pounds to lose, and my stomach is still all flabby and loose. I do however feel my abs under all that, so it is improving! Going to do an ab/squat challenge here soon to see if that will help tighten things up!

    Feel free to add me :)
  • karahm78
    karahm78 Posts: 505 Member
    Great thread! I have had two c-sections (emergency in 2006, scheduled in 2009). I lost the weight after both kiddos were born but have recently crept back up with stress/work/travel-related issues. The nasty overhang has reappeared and I want it GONE! When I had lost before the shelf was there but not overly bothersome, hoping to get rid of it for good this time. Would love to have some more MFP friends!
  • Sharon_C
    Sharon_C Posts: 2,132 Member
    I've had two c-sections. 20 years ago and 14 years ago. Truthfully, I requested the second one. I had a vaginal birth in between the two and the recovery from the vaginal birth was sooooo much harder than the c-sections. If I'd had more kids I would have requested more c-sections.

    I too have an overhang and just resigned myself to the fact that it will never go away. I don't look all that great naked but with the right clothes, I look pretty darn okay :wink:
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    2.

    then a tummy tuck.
  • ngressman
    ngressman Posts: 229 Member
    I have only had one c-section, but still have that overhang of skin. I don't know if it's because of the weight I gained with that first pregnancy. I don't know if it ever goes away. When I get to my goal weight, it is the first thing I want gone. Does anyone know if the overhang ever goes away on its own?
  • nancybuss
    nancybuss Posts: 1,461 Member
    I've always had a belly but now I have an excuse? LOL That darn shelf!
    Two c-sections both in my 40's.

    I'm getting there!!!!!

    Anyone, feel free to add!

    I really need to upload more pics here.
  • LacieMcFly
    LacieMcFly Posts: 6
    I've only had one c-section and that was enough for me. I have that wonderful over hang too. I'm still trying to lose my pregnancy weight and then some. My son just turned one and I feel like a complete failure because I'm still not down to my pre pregnancy weight. If anyone needs a friend, please feel free to add me. I definitely could use the extra motivation :)

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