I am 32 and a mother of two. I am 5'10" and now 185lbs, I am working towards losing 20 more lbs before my makeover. I have found this site so useful and I too will share my story, hoping all goes well and someone might be inspired to treat themself.
I plan top have my procedure in 01/2014. I would like to have a TT, lipo on waist, breast lift with implants (much needed).
TT, BL w/ Implants, Lipo (waist and inner thighs), BBL- Dominican Republic, DO
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TrpoicalMood
- scheduled for April 24
- Cost: $6,200
- Yily De Los Santos, MD, Dominican Republic, DO
I am 32 and a mother of two. I am 5'10" and now...
Wish Pics
I am hoping I could achieve a look similar to these... ;-/
Wish Pics
My wish pics generally have the results I desire, except the boobs, I don't want them too big...maybe a D-cup, right now I am a C-cup. I have some booty, just not perky. I wonder if I should save the fat I have left for the BBL?
Yily is reviewing my photos and should have a reply soon. My only issue with her now is the time it takes to get a response.
Yily is reviewing my photos and should have a reply soon. My only issue with her now is the time it takes to get a response.
Continued Progress
Hello again, I am still 6 months pre-op, but is actively trying to get in the best shape possible. I am working out, dieting, researching, etc. I am so excited and paranoid, at the same time...I even had a dream about having the surgery. A bit much, I know...So today I went jogging and took a few pics. I lost 4 more pounds and is happy!!!
I think am close to what I need to get sx results close to my wish pics. I have some booty, but again it's not so perky. What do you think?
I think am close to what I need to get sx results close to my wish pics. I have some booty, but again it's not so perky. What do you think?
What I really dislike is the side view...
From the side you can see my gut...plus I still have a flap of belly (hidden under my clothes..ughhh
My wish breasts
I like her breasts, I would like something close to this...hopefully.
Don't know
So with added research, I find myself unsure.:-/ I like Yily's work, but I have also see good result from Duran. I have come across some damaging reviews about Yily, not enough recent updates...IDK
More WIsh pics
Measurements now...
Hello RS,
Just to track my weight loss/transformation progress, I took my measurements.
Hi Dra Yily!
Thank you. I took my own measurements today. Here they are:
Bust=35.5"
Waist=33.5"
Hip/thigh=46.5"
I want a tiny waist. I don't think I need wider hips, I just want a firmer booty and slightly bigger boobs (like a D cup). I don't want to set unrealistic expectations,but I would LOVE to have a 27' or 28" waist, 48" butt/thigh and maybe a 36-37" bust. **sighs**
I am so looking forward to this transformation! But I don't want to loose too much weight and not have enough for grafting/butt lift.
Just to track my weight loss/transformation progress, I took my measurements.
Hi Dra Yily!
Thank you. I took my own measurements today. Here they are:
Bust=35.5"
Waist=33.5"
Hip/thigh=46.5"
I want a tiny waist. I don't think I need wider hips, I just want a firmer booty and slightly bigger boobs (like a D cup). I don't want to set unrealistic expectations,but I would LOVE to have a 27' or 28" waist, 48" butt/thigh and maybe a 36-37" bust. **sighs**
I am so looking forward to this transformation! But I don't want to loose too much weight and not have enough for grafting/butt lift.
OOpps
I sent them to Yily, meant to delete that part...oh well...
OMG Yily takes FOREVER to respond....
So I have tons of questions and try to put most in as few emails as possible, I know she is busy, but two weeks is a longggg time to wait for a response!!!
I am on the fence about whether I should go to Yily or Duran, but this behavior is helping my decision....shheeesh.
I am on the fence about whether I should go to Yily or Duran, but this behavior is helping my decision....shheeesh.
Changed my doctor...
So after much researching, I have decided to take my chances with Dra Robles. Her team is very responsive and I like her post op pics. I don't need a drastic alteration, so I am comfortable with my expectation that she can give me what I want. I pray all goes well, in Jesus name. Ofcourse, we shall see the result, as I will keep you guys updated.
tropical
tropical
More Wish Pics
I love these two, esp. the one in the blue jeans, I think I could achieve that...I hope.
Progress in Preparation for Sx
So I joined a gym to begin toning my body as much as possible. I am 180 lbs, down from 200 in June. Yayy me! LOL. I am putting more thought into my supplies list, thx to RS I have a head start on the items I need, plus Yily sent me a list of other things I need.
I have been flip flopping between Yily and Robles, mainly because I am confident that Yily can give me what I want, I think Robles is more conservative. I don't want to put myself through this and not get what I want, so I figure it might be best to go with who I think can deliver, and that is Yily...as far as I can see. ***sighs*** decision, decisions...
In the mean time, I will prepare my body as best as I can, with a healthy diet and exercise. Thinking maybe 5 more lbs off would be nice...we'll see. I can't wait for my makeover!
Toodles.
I have been flip flopping between Yily and Robles, mainly because I am confident that Yily can give me what I want, I think Robles is more conservative. I don't want to put myself through this and not get what I want, so I figure it might be best to go with who I think can deliver, and that is Yily...as far as I can see. ***sighs*** decision, decisions...
In the mean time, I will prepare my body as best as I can, with a healthy diet and exercise. Thinking maybe 5 more lbs off would be nice...we'll see. I can't wait for my makeover!
Toodles.
Got my lab results!!
So before I even book my ticket I wanted to make sure I was healthy enough to have surgery. A lot could change in 3 months, but right now my health is good. Plus my health can only get better now that I am actively working to improve it.
I am happy to know that all is well, except low vitamin D :-(, hgb is 12.00, hopefully I can get it up to 13-14.
It's a go. Yay!
I am happy to know that all is well, except low vitamin D :-(, hgb is 12.00, hopefully I can get it up to 13-14.
It's a go. Yay!
Booked my Flight!
It's official! I am leaving on Jan 15th, planned sx on Jan 16th! It's 3 months away, but I am super excited!
Back on the fence
So I booked my flight to DR, but can't seem to settle on the right surgeon...I know there are always risks associated with these procedures, but the reviews I've been seeing lately look more like negligent behaviors by doctors. I have seen many post op pics of ppl who went to Yily and for the most part their results look good, but then say Yily is not doing her surgeries.
I wonder if I can have someone in the OR with me, to make sure things are done properly?
I wonder if I can have someone in the OR with me, to make sure things are done properly?
SX Shopping List
Borrowed this from a fellow RS member: Note to self when I'm getting my items:
- Anti-bacterial soap
- Feminine wipes
- Gauze/tape
- Lip balm
- Peroxide
- Q-tips (to clean around incision sites
- Neosporin
Medicine/Vitamins:
- Prescription: Percocet, Zofran, Clindamycin and Colace
- Benadryl (for itching)
- NatureMade Iron 65mg
- Spring Valley Natural Vitamin C 1000mg
- BioCorneum (Dr. Salama recommends this for scars) - drlindirect.com
$96
- Antiseptic spray (for sore throat; the tubes during surgery may scratch or irritate your throat)
Compression Garments:
- Compression Socks - xtra firm 30-40 - $22.90 (office provides c.s. but I wanted 1 more) - discountsurgical.com
- Vedette 110 ) Sm – eBay $73
- Squeem XS Vest – eBay $42.90
- Squeem Sm Vest - eBay $42.90
- Squeem Magical Lingerie wash – Amazon $19.39
- Abdominal Board – Dr Salama Office provides
- Epi-foam pad – www.biodermis.com $43.50
- Maxi dresses
- Several tight fitting tanks to place under garment
- Cheap post-op underwear
- Massage Envy Membership
- Thermometer
- Extra towels to clean up any potential mess
- Cotton balls/ear plugs (for belly button shape)
- pStyle (easy to pee with) www.thepstyle.com $15.75
- Sipping straws
- Yoga Mat (when driving place under your thighs)
- Boppy Pillow (office provides this)
- Suction hooks (for drains while taking a shower)
- Measuring tape
- Cell charger, music, iPad, laptop
- Anti-bacterial soap
- Feminine wipes
- Gauze/tape
- Lip balm
- Peroxide
- Q-tips (to clean around incision sites
- Neosporin
Medicine/Vitamins:
- Prescription: Percocet, Zofran, Clindamycin and Colace
- Benadryl (for itching)
- NatureMade Iron 65mg
- Spring Valley Natural Vitamin C 1000mg
- BioCorneum (Dr. Salama recommends this for scars) - drlindirect.com
$96
- Antiseptic spray (for sore throat; the tubes during surgery may scratch or irritate your throat)
Compression Garments:
- Compression Socks - xtra firm 30-40 - $22.90 (office provides c.s. but I wanted 1 more) - discountsurgical.com
- Vedette 110 ) Sm – eBay $73
- Squeem XS Vest – eBay $42.90
- Squeem Sm Vest - eBay $42.90
- Squeem Magical Lingerie wash – Amazon $19.39
- Abdominal Board – Dr Salama Office provides
- Epi-foam pad – www.biodermis.com $43.50
- Maxi dresses
- Several tight fitting tanks to place under garment
- Cheap post-op underwear
- Massage Envy Membership
- Thermometer
- Extra towels to clean up any potential mess
- Cotton balls/ear plugs (for belly button shape)
- pStyle (easy to pee with) www.thepstyle.com $15.75
- Sipping straws
- Yoga Mat (when driving place under your thighs)
- Boppy Pillow (office provides this)
- Suction hooks (for drains while taking a shower)
- Measuring tape
- Cell charger, music, iPad, laptop
Weight loss update
Well, am not sure how much I weigh now, but I think I am ok with where I am. I started my resistance training, hoping to gain some muscle, esp. in my legs before my sx!
Perfection
Love the structure!
Progressive Abdominal Tension Sutures
So I recently learned about this procedure that can be safely done with a tummy tuck to decrease the need and duration of having a drain tube inserted when you get a TT. It also helps in quicker recovery, because there is less "dead space" between the abdominal muscle and the skin, since the skin is basically sewn to the abdominal wall - instead of only having the end of the "flap" sewn. Interesting. I think I will investigate further with my surgeon.
One can google or youtube the procedure. Hope someone finds this helpful.
One can google or youtube the procedure. Hope someone finds this helpful.
So....
I've been thinking about this surgery non-stop. I want to get what I want in one shot! I feel comfortable with Robles, but I am not confident she can give me what I want. :-/ Don't think I will mess with Yily. I like Robles' work, but I want someone who can give me the tiny waist that I desire...decisions, decision, decisions...
So I have also been looking into getting a tattoo after sx, some on my back, like this pic, just without the stars, butterflies instead...
So I have also been looking into getting a tattoo after sx, some on my back, like this pic, just without the stars, butterflies instead...
Dreaming of the day...
When I get my makeover.
Measurements
So I took m y own measurement today
Bust: 35"
part between belly button and bust: 30"
waist: 33"
hips(at widest): 45
I WANT A 27 WAIST...plz tell me if am unrealistic...
Bust: 35"
part between belly button and bust: 30"
waist: 33"
hips(at widest): 45
I WANT A 27 WAIST...plz tell me if am unrealistic...
POSTPONED :-(
Had to postpone my procedure until about March 2014 due to school and work. *sighs* Really disappointed, but at least I haven't had to cancel.
DILEMMA
I don't know what to do. I am debating whether I should do my sx earlier or later than scheduled date. Just finished school, prepping for NCLEX end of Feb-Mar. Not sure if I want to/if it's possible to study while recovering...or, should I do the sx afterwards? Problem is that my job will get hectic after January. Decisions...
More Wish Pics
Love this girl's body...I would be happy with something close to this.
CHANGES TO SX PLANS
I thought long and hard and it makes the most sense to wait until after my exam to have the surgery, which would be in February 2014. Didn't want to change b/c flight is already booked, but I just have to deal and do what I think it best, i.e. wait.
Wish Pics
Gained a few pounds...
So I indulged a bit over Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year :-( about to carryout my weight loss plans, againnn..My fam told me not to loose anymore weight, I want to loose, but to have enough to round out my booty when I go to Duran in February. IDK. I need to weigh myself and go from there at the same time, I am studying for my NCLEX, arghhh...planning summer vacation...I'm a New Yorker, what I can I say, we love to multitask. *sighs* feel a little overwhelmed, but in a strange way, it motivates me to come here because I plan to treat myself with the sx after my exam, so it makes me want study hard and get this out the way.
Alrighty, ttyl.
Alrighty, ttyl.
No Word from Duran!!
Many emails, no response :-(...
Not Happy! No Duran availability until JUNE
Smh, I really had my hopes up for Duran. Don't want to go to Yily. Want to get lipo sculpture...Back to drawing board.
Updated PRE-op pics - in medium faja
I decided to take some pics in my medium faja to get a sense of the feeling my post-op realself dolls have been talking about. My experience was not very uncomfortable, except for the thing digging in my leg, definitely wont use this post-op. I also wanted to see how my waist would look with it on, I hope to minus at least three inches less after sx.
Anyway, I mentioned that I gained a little weight after the holidays, so I plan to resume my better eating habits to lose those extra pounds. OMG my hips are chunkyyyyy.
Anyway, I mentioned that I gained a little weight after the holidays, so I plan to resume my better eating habits to lose those extra pounds. OMG my hips are chunkyyyyy.
Other pics that didn't upload before...
Wish Pics!!
Okay, I'm officially obsessed with achieving this look! I think we have a similar body structure. I just need to round out my bootay and snatch some inches off my waist. I can't wait!!!
Changed my date again :-(
I had to make changes due to work...so everything is on hold again :-(. Still not giving though.
Still waiting...
I have not finalized any date as yet. I am trying to decide what works best with work, at this time I really don't know how I can squeeze in some vacation time before summer. I work in the litigation and trial is a big deal, so it's crunch time at work...
Still Waiting for the right moment
I am still planning my surgery, I am waiting for the right moment to proceed. In the mean time, I am researching doctors in the US and abroad. I have my eyes on Robles, but is now thinking of Cortes.
Plan to go with Dra Robles.
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