Brazilian Butt Lift: Stories

I have considered BBL procedure for many years. Motivation for having procedure done would be self esteem and feeling extreme comfort with my body shape. Currently, I have to wear waist cincher's and double up with a spanx to gain the illusion of a waist and some what of a booty. I can't wait for the day I can retire my stash of support garmets, oh yeah and don't forget butt pads.

After researching many Dr's, I fell in love with Dr. Jimmerson's technique. Based on reviews and pics from his site, his work looks amazing. I haven't had a consult yet but plan to after this pregnancy. Currently, 202lbs, 3 months pregnant, and 5'6 in height.

Hey Ladies I could use some assistance. My hubby is not feeling the BBL idea. He says did I meet you with a FATT ASS "No" I met you with a "flat back". Very rude, but he loves me for how I am. I feel as if I need to make improvements for myself not for anyone else. He doesn't have to walk around uncomfortable with a funny shape booty -I do. He fails to understand my feelings about the situation and I don't think he's being very supportive..

PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Baby due end of January. Friend is getting married mid August in Jamaica. Think I can get a date in June with Dr. J? Guess I better get the process started.

Hey BBL family, I have made a pact to myself to no longer discuss my decision to have the BBL done. No one I tell seems to be supportive. The closest I've gotten is telling my mom. She seems to just be okay with the idea, more so just in fear that hopefully everything goes well with the procedure. My hubby isn't supportive nor are my closest family members- so what's the point in talking about. My mind is made up!!!

Soo I was wondering If I give birth in January is June too soon for BBL surgery. Haven't checked with the Dr's yet but just getting your opinions first.

So BBL Diva's and Divo's I just wanted to give you a quick update. I called Dr. J's office yesterday and inquired about the BBL procedure. I spoke with a woman by the name of Dawn. She seemed really nice and friendly. She asked a lot of the generic questions name, address, type of procedure I was interested in, questions I had for her. I informed her of my pregnancy and how long was the typical lapse in time I would have to wait in order to get the BBL done. I am due in January but I want to have the BBL done in June. She mentioned that Dr. Jimerson usually requires you to be 3-6 months post baby to have consultation done and the surgery. Also once you have your consultation done they usually schedule the BBL for the following month. As far as price I mentioned to her that I wanted to lock in the cheapest rate. She mentioned she had been an employee with the office since February and the price hadn't changed since then. Also as far as promotions the staff finds out about promotions the same day it's published on websites such as Real Self. A few months back I remember seeing a promotion for bring a friend and both receive the BBL at a discount.

Let's see, she also mentioned that Dr. Jimerson usually lipo'd 7 areas total and he would discuss all the area's during consultation. I mentioned to her that I also wanted to have hips included and she said that during the consult Dr. J would go over the price for hips, if really necessary, and if it would be extra $$. So I asked about price and Dawn said the price is usually between $8,800- $9,300.

So since I am due in January I have to call between January and February and schedule my consultation for sometime in April and hope for surgery in June.. Wish me luck BBL fam!!!

Just uploaded some pics of current figure

Hey BBL Fam!! So just wanted to do a quick update on my convo this afternoon to Dr, J's office. I called the office today because I could barely sleep last night after reading an update on Brickhouse38 page she mentioned that prices for BBL may be going up at the beginning of the year. This surgery is already expensive so to think that price may be going up was a lil shocking. I know Dr. J is good but damn!!! The surgery is already $9,300 if financing and $8,800 if paying in cash. You know right now I am bussing my butt to get the $$ together so I don't think I would be able to afford it if the price went any higher. So long story (hopefully short) called the office and spoke with Damaris and inquired if the price was really going up and to how much. Damaris wasn't able to confirm if the price was going up nor did she make me feel SURE and comfortable that it wouldn't go up. She mentioned a few times that if I was going to have it soon that I could lock in the cheaper rate now by putting down a non refundable deposit of $500. I think I might just have to do that. I can't risk the higher price and I am also sure that Dr. J is the Dr. for me.

Looking to schedule my consult some time for March/April and schedule surgery for June. Also if I remember correctly Dr. J's surgery days are Monday, Thursday and Friday!! Keep this in mind. Also, though I have alil time before the new year comes in - think I will be making my deposit time time with in the next month.

So ladies how much ass is too much ass. I still have a ways to go. But at this point I am contemplating just how big to go. I was thinking 900-1000 CC at first now I have bumped it up to at least 1200 CC. But shoot it's already hard find an outfit due to my 2 watermelons I have on my chest imagine a pair of jeans or pants to fit over my new donkey booty. I wouldn't mind having to make cute dresses apart of my every day wardrobe. So the question is ..is it better to go hard or go home (in this case BIG or go home). I bumped it up to 1200 because I noticed ladies were beginning to complain about fat loss during the first stage of recovery. Seeing your booty swollen you love how big it looks but as weeks go by it's all just swelling and the remaining fat is what you have left.

Hey ladies just wondering how soon after surgery do you include your waist cinchers under your garment?

Important questions to ask during consults?????????

1. Is the dr a board certified plastic surgeon and certifed with the American Society of Aesthetics and Plastic Surgeons?
2. Is the anesthesiologist board certified?
3. Is the office/surgical room certified/accredited?
4. How many years of experience does the Dr have in the sx of interest?
5. Does the Dr have hospital privalleges? How far is the closest hospital?
6. Is the office equipped for emergencies?
7. How much lidocaine per/kg do you use? (recommended 35mg-45mg)

*Things to be aware of*

Do they use lidocane? lidocane can slow down your heart, lower your blood pressure and aggrevate your brain causing seizure than coma
Fluid over load can cause your lungs to drown
clots/loose fat that travel to your lungs, heart, and brain= DEATH
perferation of the abdominal wal;s or bowels, you would need surgery within 24-48hours to save your life
too much fluid=dilution of the blood SYMPTOMS: lightheaded, restlessness, drowsiness, ringing in ears, slurred speach, metallic taste in mouth, numbness of lips amd tongue, shiverig, muscle twitching, seizure
too much lidocaine for too long= laxy heart muscles and aggrevated brain
poor patient health. excessive fat removal, using too much fluid, ans multiple procedures increase riak of death

So ladies and gents my mind is made up I'm having a bbl done next summer no matter who approves. Just wanted to update everyone on a recent discussion my hubby and I had. He explained to me that he does not agree with the procedure and also feels that I do not need to have the procedure done. But he would never allow me to go thru. The experience alone. He mentioned that he will be coming along with me to have the BBL procedure done. When he told me this I became super ecstatic, glad to see that he finally came around and just making the decision to support me. Guess he see's that I'm not joking.

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For the last few months all I've seen is DR. SSSSSSSSS supporters.. Now I check out latest posts and it's all about Dr. J. I am happy and super excited to see more Dr. J supporters. Good luck ladies that are going down this road and have chosen Dr. J as their main man.

Hey hey hey... so ladies I am super excited. I spoke with the HR department at my job and they informed me I would be able to qualify for 4 weeks paid time off. I couldn't be more thrilled too hear this news. Now I am in the clear.. At least for now. I can schedule my consult and my surgery date with a peace of mind. Now just need to decide when in June and hope the day I choose is available.

Quick update: called the office today and tried to pay on the deposit. They were very persistant with making sure that I had my consultation prior to making a deposit. So I even informed the lady I was talking to that I would prefer to make a deposit now and that I was aware of the non refundable policy and that I was willing to take that risk. I also mentioned that I was informed that there would be an increase in price and she tried to tell me there would not be. So I said I wanted to lock in my price and date now and that if in case i wasn't able to and the price increased I would no longer be having the procedure done at this practice. The BBl price is already rediculous and I refuse to go any higher. So long story short she put me on hold then came back with a consult date of December 5th. This works for me!!!

Getting alil excited- consult is tomorrow morning. Sent over my current body pics and my wish pics. Lets see what they have to say.

So today I had my consult. It was scheduled for 10am and I think I received the call from Shelly around 9:45. Shelly is definitely a sweetheart and has a great personality. We clicked really well. She asked me lots of medically related questions then proceeded on to discuss my pictures and what she would recommend regarding the BBL procedure. The first words out her mouth.. were "oh yeah you definitely need hips" and we both laughed because those are a definite must and I was already aware. She also recommended upper and lower back roles. She continued on to describe the procedure and mentioned a lot of details I was already aware thx to doing prior research. We finished up and she asked if i had any other questions and i mentioned that i had a few questions for Dr. J. said no problem put me on hold to see if he was free but he waw actually in the kiddle of surgery. So she informed me she would have him give me a call. So Dr. J did indeed call about 3-4 hours later. I was so happy to hear his voice. He is super down to earth and talks to you like an uncle or older brother. I was cool and laid back with him and I got the same vibe from him. He looked over my pics and told me listen. I'll take care of you and once your on that table you'll be my focus. He said don't worry your family now.. I'm going to hook you up.

So with all this said. I'm happy and very satisfied any more questions I told him I would hunt him down. And he said well you know where to find me... in this office. . LOL

So I am scheduled for June 28th and super excited! Deposit is paid now on to the big saving. Also Shelly recommended i lose at least 10 lbs and Dr. J said at least 20. So pre prego weight was 199 and hoping post baby I go back down to that and maybe lose a lil extra. Long time goal by surgery date is 180. I can do it!!! Sorry in advance for typos. I'm updating from my phone.

So ladies I was just thinking if certain states have a maximum on what they can remove during surgery would it be smarter just to focus on your main problem area's. So in my case Dr. J can only remove 5000 cc and when I was talking to Shelly yesterday she mentioned that could be sucked up by just abs and flanks alone. So what I'm thinking is to focus on the main areas included in the BBl and don't add anything extra. YES it is cheaper to add in additional areas now while your already under the knife but why pay when you want get 100% results. Remember that 5000cc has to be divided by abs, flanks, lower back. Also Shelly mentioned that if you came back for additional areas at a later date to be lipo'd it would be 4 G's. So what are your thoughts??? I think I'm gonna stick with the regular BBL and don't add anything. If the bra roles are unbearable I'll get them sucked out another time. If I'm going to pay extra at least I'll know I'm getting exactly what I'm paying for.

This was taken from Beautiful10's page- hope no offense taken just trying to prove logic to my thoughts and concerns regarding paying extra for additional areas that most likely won't get touched anyway. By the way her Dr. was Salama not Jimerson

I'm ok with my shape I am defiantly not 100% happy with my body. I went to see dr S and showed him my concerns. I paid to have full lipo in my upper and lower back and stomach and love handles but he did not do my upper stomach or my upper back. Now that swelling has gone down in other areas it's very obvious because my lower area is smaller and flatter than my upper. I have fat that bulges around my upper back (bra hook area) and I'm pissed! Anyway he says he couldn't do those areas bc he reached the max on how much fat he could remove bs I don't know why he didn't tell me that or refund me for the work that he did not perform.

Baby due is 6 weeks. Not as crazy excited about the BBL as in the past. More calm and a feeling of relief for booking my date before price increase. I have'nt really looked into pre op paper work- maybe I should. Thinking how soon should I start to prepare for surgery and buying supplies. I don't want to rush out and purchase uneccessary items.

So I had a big decision to make. My cousin calls me and tells me he's engaged and that his wedding is July 13th in GA. So me and my big bright ideas spends 2 days trying to figure out how in the world am I going to have my surgery on 6/28 then make a wedding on 7/13 only 2 weeks post sx - I have come to the conclusion "it's not gonna happen". Don't get me wrong I would love to attend the wedding and I feel sooooo bad now but I am putting myself first and on the front line. I have waited years for this booty and now my day is coming near. Also I would be away from boy boys for to long, and the expense of staying in GA would be to much for my pockets not to mention the discomfort and swelling during my healing process.

Hey ladies I was just wondering can the I-surgeon ap be used on an Ipad? I don't own an iphone but I would like to see how I would look with a bigger booty. Please help or any suggestions on other softwares.

Yes the I-surgeon app works on Ipad.. pretty cool app but the sound effects are lil annoying.

So besides the app update.. I worked an overnight shift tonight so this was the perfect time to start doing my research and getting price ideas for cost of travel, flight, hotel, and car rental. So far these are results. I did not search the hotels that were recommended by Dr. J's office I just did a general search to see what would come up. The hotels I searched all were around 3 Stars and the price range was 43-$80 pn. $80 is definitely my max for hotel considering I will be in GA for 9 days and 8 nights. Just to give you an idea of cost, my top pic hotel is the Residence Inn Atlanta Gwinett Place which is $69 pn and $552 for 8 nights. I don't want to go over $700 for hotel stay. Budget for car rental and hotel is $1000. So far car rental looks to be about $230/Mid size-$250/Full size. Looking for cheaper but not going over $250. So far Hotwire is cheaper than Carrentals.com For flights, right now flights are $311 RT. I intend on using the reward points from my credit card to get the ticket half off.

The pics in the orange bikini are 8.5 months post the birth of my first son. As you know I am currently expecting my second son and hoping I go back down to this same size. These pics are how I looked when I conceived.

So excited for the new year to begin. Anticipating the arrival of my baby boy and then going to start preparing for my BBL. For all my west indian ladies Machel Montana keeps playing in my head. Miami carnival - can't wait to show off my new body. Not to mention labor day in NY.

Hey ladies hope everyone had a great holiday. So today I was in the hair salon and there was a woman that had a banging shape and booty. I was under the dryer plotting away just how I would get a pic without her noticing. So eventually I got my pic. Now another few minuts goes by then another woman comes in and her booty was looking even better. So here we go all over again. You know I had to snap a pic of that ass Ladies don't get me wrong. I'm not homosexual I just was amazed by her booty and I want Dr. J to give me one just like it.. lol Now still under the dryer few minutes pass and mom walks in. I tell her what I've been doing and my southern friendly mom takes it upon her self to explain to first girl i already took a pic of that I liked their shapes I'm having surgery and if she could ask the other girl if I could take a pic of her booty. So the girl burst out laughing then proceeded to tell the other girl then everyone in the salon burst out laughing. Shit I could care less about them laughing I was laughing too but in the end was just concerned about a pic. Long story short I didn't get my pic, think she was too shy. Oh well at least I got one of the first girl. Come to find out they were sister's.

Hey ladies I've been MIA from updating but I am still avtively replying to other's blogs. Just wanted to update on my pregnancy and BBL process. SOOO I'm still prego, my son was due on the 23rd and it's now the 26 and he's still not here yet. This was expected considering my first son was 9 days late and I had to be endused. I'm happy to be carrying a full term and healthy baby but miserable -that I'm still pregnant. Just hoping that he doesn't go over 9 lbs which is probable because my first was 8.5. Not much to update on BBL. I've been updating my list of necessities but haven't purchased anything as of yet.

Hey RS family!! By the grace of God I delivered a healthy baby boy a 5 days ago. He was 9 lbs 6oz. I am truly blessed and loving my lil boys. So now that I am not prego anymore I can begin to work on my body. In total I gained 28 lbs. At delivery I was 227 and pre baby weight was 199. By my 6 week check up I'm hoping to be back down to my pre baby weight of 199. Wish me luck!! It happened with my first so praying it goes the same with this one.

Just a quick update it's been 2 weeks and I've lost 22 pounds. Woohoo I'm so excited.

Having mixed feelings not about the BBL but about these damn bra roles. Really wish I could include them in my sx but don't see it affordable nor do I think I will get the best results. It's not that I don't have faith in my Dr. But in my opinion if I am spending the extra cash for them to be lipo'd I want them completely gone.

Hey BBL Fam? Lots to think about? Considering selling my sx date with Dr J is this possible not sure how I should go about this? I recently purchased a home there is lots or work to be done. I've already invested 20G cash into my tenant unit now my unit is live able but not comfortable and happy when I walk thru the doors everyday. I also need a breast reduction thinking maybe I should do this first and it'll be free. And just do the bbl later at least 6months to a year later. What do you think?

I haven't updated in a while. I've been all depressed about this whole money situation. I'm trying to exhaust every possible option for getting money for the BBL and I don't have much time. My surgery is scheduled for less than a month away and I don't have all the money for surgery. Soo I have a plan! Though I asked my boyfriend to co-sign on a loan and he said he would, I don't trust his credit. So I'm going to ask my father if he'll co sign because his credit score is superb. My father has no knowledge of my BBL so there for I will inform him I'm having breast reduction surgery and its mandatory because I'm in so much pain. So ladies cross your fingers and wish me luck.

Although I have already placed my deposit and locked in my sx date with Dr. Jimerson I called Dr. Salama's office this morning to inquire about a consultation and their current fees. In the beginning I was anti Dr. Salama because many of his patients were returning after surgery complaining of seromas but recently I haven't noticed this. His work has always been compareable to Dr. J. There were times that I could always tell a Salama booty either because of the shape he always gave or place blame on the butt in garment that he distributed post sx. In any case what had me reconsidering Salama was the amazing job he does sculpting a new upper body which is also my problem area.

Now what I've noticed is that a lot of women on real self must have Salamas old prices. I called and Nancy told me the price for a BBL is $9199 and $500 per additional area. Price does include full back, flanks, and abs. I completely forgot to ask about hips but lord knows I can't leave the surgery bed without those. But shoot for that price it's almost the same as Dr.J who's original price was $8800 and $1000 for hips.

So listen to this BULLSUGAR.... So I just applied for Medicalfinancing thru Dr. J's site and these people had the nerve to call me saying yes I got approved.. Now listen to this crap loan is at 20% interest rate. A $1600 security deposit fee held as collateral that is refundable after complete loan is paid. Also required to pay a "NON REFUNDABLE fee of $1,325 which can be broken down into 2 payments. So they do refund the 20% interest paid on the loan if paid within 12 months. So I applied for $8000 full procedure is $9800. Soo I wanted to get approved and I have been at an additional cost of $1325 and total of $2925 up front .... Not including the $1800 I need to pay because I only applied for $8000 not $9800 Ladies is it worth it??? 2925+1800=4725 these numbers look like a waist of money to me how bout you? Hope this isn't to confusing.

Hey RS family!!! Hope all is well. So in preparation for my BBL I've decided too try out the HCG diet. I'm really excited about trying this diet and I'm starting to get in my diet frame of mind. Currently I'm still nursing my son and I'm really enjoying this. I love my baby boy to death and I find it really comforting for the both of us when nursing him. He's just the sweetest lil butter ball turkey ever. Since I'll be going on the diet soon I will be cutting out the breast feeding due to the chemicals in the hcg and the lack of calories I will be in taking (500) per day. I haven't done any research on breast feeding while on this diet so if anything changes I will update you all.

Soo as you noticed the surgery is still on I haven't cancelled or rescheduled. I received my state tax and now just waiting on the federal so hoping I receive it within the next 3 weeks. Praying on it! I'm also relying on savings from this month and the month of May. As a back up plan I may take out the loan everyone is talking about that gives you max of 3g's.

Hey does anyone have the direct web address for health care finance direct.. I googled it but not sure if it's the correct site.

It's official surgery is going down June 14, 2013. Now just looking for a cheap flight. Ladies what's the average stay? Dr J says at least 10 days but my sx is on a Friday. Intend on arriving Thursday am for my pre op and departing on Monday the 24th. Now I feel I should just leave out on Saturday the 22nd instead of waiting till Monday because they will be closed anyway during the weekend. What do you ladies think?? Eight days too soon to go home?

Can't wait so excited now the real planning begins

Hey ladies I am begining to purchase my items for sx and just wanted to order a few extra garments now. Which garments do you recommend? Defintely wanted a thong garment and also a mid leg garment one that I can possibly cut a hole where my new hips will be. Ladies who got new hips did you cut holes in all your garments??

Hey ladies I am begining to purchase my items for sx and just wanted to order a few extra garments now. Which garments do you recommend? Defintely wanted a thong garment and also a mid leg garment one that I can possibly cut a hole where my new hips will be. Ladies who got new hips did you cut holes in all your garments??

So ladies I am a month a way from surgery and there is lots to be done. Buying plane tickets this week Tuesday/ Wednesday are the cheap days to book flights all airlines usually drop prices those days. I was so pissed I was suppose to by them this past week but I was waiting for my mom to give me the "OK". I didn't get the OK till Thursday and the flights went from $232 to $280. I just hope they go back down to at least $250. So I haven't purchased not one thing. I need to go thru my list and just start working on the must haves.

A update on the funds. I have $6000 in savings. $800 available on a credit card and I was recently approved $3000 on a personal loan. So there's my total $9800.. Whoo hoo it must really be meant to happen after all these years. Weight check in I went from 200lbs to now 195lbs pat on the back!! Goal is to lose my 10lbs more but I am not going to kill myself. I need to save some fat for the booty.

Hey ladies my day is coming near.. I was just thinking about how my new body would look and the new found confidence I would have. I can't wait to feel sexy enough to wear some nice lingerie for my baby. I have always felt too shy and uncomfortable so I never wore it. I have one outfit I brought maybe 5 years ago and have yet to wear. Maybe now I finally will.

Whoop Whoop flights booked for me and Ma and only bringing my 3 month old. Starting to get lil butterflies and I think it kicked in once I paid and processed my flights. Now I would like to get at least 2 back up garments but I noticed I'm making it so complicated for myself. Not sure which ones I should get. My clearance is scheduled next Tuesday so I'm excited about that. I pray everything goes well with that. Also full payment is due no later than Friday the 24th.

Oh yeah nolonger staying at the Hyatt instead will bbe staying at my uncles house who lives 13 minutes away from Dr. J. Thank GOD because that saved me 900 bucks and definitely won't need a rental because where am I going? I'll be surounded by family so what ever I need someone else can go and get it.

Oh yeah update on the unsuportive hubby.. So now all of a sudden he wants to come along. Well I told him about a week or so ago I did not need him to go because my mom was going with me. He now says he will take off a few days from work and come be with me because he knows I will need his help and he doesn't wan't me going thru this with out him.. So my response I told him I didn't want him to be there if he wasn't going to be 100%. Your not supportive so why do u want to come? I feel like I can do bad by myself I don't want any negativety around me during my recovery. So nope I'm all set he will see this booty when I get back to Boston.