Cracks in the Armour

Hello Friends!

I'm about to reveal a weakness to you...something that shouldn't bother me, but it does. Every time I put on a bathing suit...stretch marks are staring back at me.

I know why they are there (my last baby was a 10 pounder and breach), I know that stretch marks don't define who I am, but rightly or wrongly they do suck a little bit of the joy out of my life.

I prefer a life full of joy, so when I was offered the opportunity to deal with them...by that I mean, virtually erase the stretch marks...I jumped at it! It's Fractional Laser Technology (kind of a big deal) and it's available at Advantage Body Clinic in Kelowna. I won't pretend to know exactly how it works...but Karen Pettinger sure does. You can contact her here. www.advantagebody.ca

Hi Karen!

After a consultation, where Karen explained the process and the discomfort I could expect (!) today was the first treatment. Treatments will span the next few months...and with any luck...my abdomen will be smooth by spring break!

In the meantime, my stomach is RED...

Mid Treatment

The sensation during treatment is a bit like lighting a candle with a lighter and getting licked by the flame, or being repeatedly snapped with an elastic band! Either way, its not pleasant...but it's bearable!

Two hours post

It now feels like a sunburn and will last a few days. Next treatment is in three weeks (six treatments total). I'll keep you up to date here, with pictures...my own 'before and after' gallery so check back if you're interested.

Toby

PS-with my tender belly I was in need of some comfort food...want to see what I made? Recipe post to follow!

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