Abdominal Rectus Surgery ~ Experience Anyone?

I, too, have been recommended for this surgery.  I have @ 2-3 cm separation.  I've had three kids (nearly 9 lbs) and I have a short torso, so I was hugely pregnant.

Despite exercise, crunches, etc. my tummy never became flat.  In fact, it sticks out so much somtimes that people think I'm pregnant.  The muscles are strong, but they just gap. Finding clothes that fit is a real problem.

Since I'm not suffering any ill effects (yet), I plan on having the surgery after tri and marathon season.  I'd be curious to hear about recovery time, etc. too.

I just spoke with my friend who had this done, and she said it was stupid.  It was actually done without her knowledge while another surgery was done.  As a trainer, she says that any separation under 2 fingers wide is not a big deal. 

The other surgery I may do though.  That's a minor thing.

My concern about getting fat while I can't run or do really any cardio she also allayed.  She's writing out a lifting regime that should take care of it. 

Good because I think I'm trying to get fat.   

By the way, it might help your tummy.  She and I both are flat so there doesn't seem to be a reason to do it.  It might help with the flatness for you.  I would love to see some other folks post who have experience with this.