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BBL Part 1: Dominican Republic

Name: BBL Part 1: Dominican Republic
Item: Yily De Los Santos, MD
Rating: 4
Author: Petitemami

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Hello All!!! I am fairly new to the site and...

PetitemamiOctober 3, 2012

WORTH IT$4,150

Hello All!!!

I am fairly new to the site and decided that I would post my story, as I see most of the ladies here have done. Its nice to be able to share this journey with others who are walking the same path.. Its difficult trying to justify this to family members who view you as being 'fine the way you are'. The only other person that is aware is my husband.

I have always had a complex about my butt. I've always been slimmer than most of my friends and it always frustrated me when guys would choose girls simply because of the way they were shaped versus their personality/looks. I've attempted wearing pads or lift support garment for my butt. It's not a flat butt, but it's no where near bodacious either. The lift support made me look like I had more, but I just couldn't wear the pads...it was embarassing and I felt ashamed. My butt is sloped (no butt at the top). I've always been regarded as beautiful, pretty, stunning and have received comparisons from Halle Berry, Jada Pinkett, to Amber Rose (when we shared the same cut). Thats neither here nor there. I get tired of hearing it sometimes when feeling like my body doesn't give me the complete package.

I am 5'4, 122 pounds presently. My measurements are now 34-27-38. I've already attempted to start gaining weight. I've gained 2 pounds to reach 122 and this was my first week of pigging out. I would like to gain at least 10-15 more pounds to achieve the results I would like. My wish pics will be posted soon, but I'm being very reasonable, IMO. I'm not looking to be the next J Lo or Kim K, however I would like something noticeable for the money I will be spending. I've known about the BBL for some time, but never researched it until like two months ago. I've already had two consultations with Dr. Markmann in Ellicott City, MD. Based on his reviews, photos reviews and my consultations, I'm totally confident in his skill and expertise, but mostly worried about achieving the results based on the amount of fat I'm starting with. At my current weight, he believes he can only inject about 200 cc's per cheek, so that really bothers me. I don't want to pay all this money and be left with something I'm not 100% satisfied with. He thinks it will make a noticeable difference on me, because I am tiny. Luckily, my surgery isn't until Feb 2013, so I have time to really focus on gaining some pounds. I would like to have a fuller butt with a small shelf, especially towards the top. I have small hips, which go with my small body and I want a butt that would compliment my small frame, not make me look like a cartoon character...so with that being said, I have reasonable expectations. I believe this surgery will make me feel better about my shape and also allow me to wear certain clothes that I would never wear normally. I generally don't wear extremely fitted clothes (mainly due to my fashion personality and partly due to my shape), but I would be more open to wearing more fitted clothing if I wanted to, after this surgery. I may like a fitted dress every now and then, but when I try it on...I don't like it on me.

You girls who've had this surgery done, look wonderful...I would like to attempt to look like you all, but it's going to take a lot of weight gain, which also isn't very easy for me. My metabolism moves at the speed of light!!! LOL I would love to talk with some of you and see pics of before/after shots. I will be posting wish pics as well my before shots soon.

I wish all of you much success who have had the surgery and those of you on the bridge to BBL surgery. Would love to chat!!!!

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UPDATED FROM Petitemami

4 months pre

Hey ladies!!! I just posted some pics. I have my...

PetitemamiOctober 3, 2012

Hey ladies!!! I just posted some pics. I have my wish pics and then two other shots of myself (sad). Do you think my wish pic is unreasonable or attainable? I know I'm small, but Im trying to put on a little more weight before my surgery in 2/2013. Would love to hear your thoughts.

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QTwithaBootie

October 3, 2012

Congrats and good luck on your journey. I too am getting the "you look fine the way you are" comments. Lol. That's why I'm only telling my BFF and boyfriend as well. I don't need none trying to change my mind. I know I want to do it. You look great, and I'm sure your results will be fantastic.

Petitemami

October 3, 2012

Just posted some lame before pics!!!

Petitemami

October 3, 2012

Thanks so much Oakenfoldgoddess!!! Don't u just hate hearing people make those remarks sometimes??? I know they mean well, but they dont understand how we feel. We have to look in the mirror and live with what we see, day in/out. I am in the process of posting pics from "before" in a moment. I am super thin, so you will see what I mean and whY I want to do this. Thanks for your reply. Have you set a date yet??

QTwithaBootie

October 3, 2012

I'm putting down my deposit on Friday with Dr Azurin. I'm pretty sure my date will be Jan 8, 2013. I know how you feel...my bf just emailed me allll these plastic surgery horror stories, and begged me not to do it. We had the biggest fight about this las night. I mean, I am turning 30 next May, and have an almost 4 year old daughter. I feel like I work hard for my family, and I deserve to treat myself to the ass I've always wanted. Lol. I should have done this surgery when I was 20; not 30. But better late than never, right? :)

QTwithaBootie

October 3, 2012

Well you have a great figure, and after the BBL it'll be even better. Did your dr say you'll have to gain weight?

Petitemami

October 3, 2012

Congrats!!! I'm glad you're taking the steps to get it done. It feels great to be able to do something for yourself, no matter what age you are, espeically if its to improve yourself. I'm 30 as well and my husband initially had his doubts, but I showed him some of the girls here who've had it done and he saw what I was talking about. He says he would support whatever made me happy. Good you're able to get it done in January. I picked Feb due to my slower schedule. My doctor says if I wanted to get more dramatic results, I would need to gain a few pounds, so thats what I plan to do. He didn't say I needed to gain though. I have fat through my mid section- front/back that will use lipo. He also said he could take a little off the outer thigh where the saddle bags are, but I'm not sure I want to do that....AND it wasn't included in my price which means it would cost a little more too add lipo to thigh. Anyway, Ive heard horror stories as well...but whats meant to be will be. Thats why its important to do your research and go with doctors who are board certified, have higher success rates and lots of pics to review. Your chances of horrific PS will be lessened when you choose the right surgeon : )

RawMou

October 5, 2012

OMG! You are NOT flat, some of us wish to have the booty you have. But I do agree that your results are going to be amazing, and you'll get the shelf look you probably want. Good luck!!!

HeavenSent

October 4, 2012

Wow congrats on beginning your new journey. Wish you all the best and I know you are in great hands!!!!!! Dr. Markmann is my doctor too but my surgery is not scheduled until April of next year. I have not begun my post yet...will probably do that closer to the time though. Just happy to see another "Markmann booty" in the making :0)....you look great already and with a smaller waist and bigger butt...your body will be even more amazing.

Petitemami

October 4, 2012

Thanks so much for your reply!! Congrats to you as well. We are all taking steps to the more beautiful us : ) I've heard many great things about Dr. Markmann, not to mention the photos I've seen. He is very sweet, caring, honest and even responds to emails on weekends. I don't know too many doctors like that. I am excited and cannot wait. I know the process will be difficult, but it should all be worth it once it's over. Will you have to gain any weight or are you fine like you are?? I

JustRight2013

October 4, 2012

Good luck on your journey...I went for a consultation with Dr. M his work is the bomb.com but I just can't afford the 18k for the bbl. I decided to go with Salama in FL.

Petitemami

October 4, 2012

I understand. My fee was less because the surgery wont take as long due to being so small. Dr. Markmann is closer to me i distance than Salama and I will not have to get on a plane. Judging by the reviews of Salama, it seems that Dr. M is more personable and develops more of a relationship with his clients. However, we all know Salama does great work..thats pretty clear. You will still look good girl whether it's Salama or Markmann. Have you scheduled your surgery already with Salama?

JustRight2013

October 4, 2012

Yes I'm scheduled for July 2013....so far away!!Hopefully I can get something sooner. I live 12mins from Dr. M so I'm with you on that one...

Letsgetbooty

October 4, 2012

Congrats on on ur bbl decision & good luck on ur journey! So glad to c another "slimmie" on here getting this done. We have almost the same stats, I'm between 5'4 1/2- 5'5 and recently worked my way up to 124 lbs. I was a MERE 101 lbs. When I decided to do this (again) back in July so I'm actually fat compared to where I came from Lol. I too wanna put on AT LEAST 21 more lbs. To put me at 145 and my surgery is December 21 with Dr. Jimerson in Atl so also like you, I still have a nice amount of time to accomplish this. When I had my consultation with him, I was 109 lbs and he said to gain 15-20 lbs. So I already hit the 15 lb mark but I don't want "good" or minimal results. I want some real booty poppinof back there & I c girls 5 ft and 5'1 weighing in at over 150 lbs. getting BOMB results so at my average height, I need to be weighing around at least as much as they do but I've never been over 135 lbs in my life so I'll c if 145-150 is even attainable. I've been drinking this protein shake a few other girls on here recommended call optimum pro from bodybuilding.com that is 650 calories B4 adding milk so once u add the milk, ur hitting around 1,000 calories. This stuff works & tastes great. I've only tried the double chocolate but its really good and cheaper I think than muscle milk and what not when u average out the cost considering how huge the bag of powder is and how long it lasts. I went from 101 to over 120 lbs. In less than 2 months. I just been stagnant between 120 and 125 since gaining it cuz I've gotten really busy but I'm gonna get back on that horse and hopefully I can maybe get as high up as 150-160 lbs! But def at least 145 lbs

Petitemami

October 4, 2012

OMG!!! Letsgetbooty, thanks so much for this info. So helpful. I also looked at your pics and we are similar in size. It's nice to see some other ladies my size wanting to go for the surgery. As good as these ladies look after BBL, you still cant get any good ideas of what you can possibly look like with ladies who weigh more :( My doctor says heavier women get more dramatic noticeable results, where as thinner women get enhanced improvements. I too, want a tiny waist to accentuate hips and butt to look more shapely. I really appreciate the info on the weight gain shakes. I had been making my own with either CytoGainer or Ensure and then adding peanut butter, frozen bananas and a cocoa spread that's similar to peanut butter. It would come out to about 1000 calories. Question: How often do you drink the optimum pro each day?? I have never weighed more than 125 lbs. in my life, so I am really curious to see if I can put on enough weight. I need calories, calories and more calories. It's just odd to not be doing any type of exercise on purpose and just eating anything to put on pounds. I don't believe I can achieve 150 lbs, but I will try. Good luck with your second BBL and I can't wait to see what you like since you are going in before me!!!

Petitemami

October 4, 2012

Letsgetbooty

October 5, 2012

I just drink the shake once a day (can't afford to b doubling portions on top of all the money I'm already spending on this damn surgery lol) I drink it at night b4 bed. People say don't eat after a certain time when ur dieting so I figure the opposite would b to consume a bunch of calories really late and then just lay n the bed and not burn any of the calories haha...it is weird to b intentionally putting on lbs like this especially when u c ur gut poking out and ur grabbing love handles. U automatically wanna get rid of it but then u remember u actually need it lol. I just hate that I'm gonna have to walk around looking like an out of shape blob until I get the surgery done but I keep telling myself its only temporary. I warned my boyfriend ahead of time. He's only known me during my 100 lb days so he's use to the skinny flat stomach no fat to pinch. I know how my body puts on weight when I get to my 120s and 130s let alone what I imagine I'll b like at 140 or 150 so I warned him that things r about to get a little doughy so bare with me and enjoy the more cushion for the pushin until I can get the fat properly relocated lol. I told him to just enjoy the marshmallow belly and love those love handles, its only temporary lol... It does seem like the short thick chicks get the most bomb results because their thighs and everything r already thick so n comparison to the newly acquired tiny waist, its crazy. The taller slimmer chicks get a nice subtle hourglass... I really don't want just "subtle" for the money im spending, I want POW and I'm not just talking butt cuz my butt doesn't need to b huge. I want that hip to waist ratio to b ridiculous so I'm gonna try my damndest to put on this weight and get some thick thighs and get my big boob back. My hips r gonna b good so at least there's that if all else fails lol

bbootylicious

October 4, 2012

Congrats!!!! How exciting to have a date scheduled! I have stalked this site for a while now and am in the same boat as you...except THINNER :( I have a consult with Dr. J on Oct 25th and I'm hoping for good news from him but after reading your post am pretty nervous that I won't be a candidate due to my tiny frame.

Letsgetbooty

October 4, 2012

Yay another slimmie going to Jimerson! Congrats & good luck with the consult.

UPDATED FROM Petitemami

4 months pre

Eating everything to put on some weight, so I can...

PetitemamiOctober 8, 2012

Eating everything to put on some weight, so I can achieve my desired results. Sometimes I feel like my stomach is telling me no more, but I also need to buy a scale to check my progress. I've been consuming as much as 4500 calories per day when I can. If you ladies have anymore weight gaining solutions, I am all ears. Thanks for reading : )

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Such.A.Lady

October 8, 2012

Hi prettygirlslim. I would try ensure plus. it definetly helps and dont skip meals and snack healthy almonds are great! Goodluck and btw you already look great.

Petitemami

October 9, 2012

Thanks, I will definitely keep these ideas in mind. I'm actually already drinking Ensure Plus, but I recently found this shake called Serious Mass and it has about 1250 calories before adding anything. By the time I add whole milk, two bananas and some peanut butter, I'm up to about 2000 calories.

Honeygirl26

October 9, 2012

Hiii there! I too am going with Dr. M for my surgery! I'm excited to see another poster going with him. I looooove his work! Much luck to you. I've haven't set my date yet since I just decided to go with him. Cant wait to see your results!

Petitemami

October 9, 2012

Oh cool! Nice to see someone else going with Dr. M as well. Most people love his results, but don't love the price. I heard he is one of the best and he gets it right the first time....I'd rather pay for that and be happy the first time around. Plus he's been doing the BBL for over 15+ years and he does only one patient per day, so he can take his time which is probably why it cost more. He works smart, not hard!!

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