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I Made It!!!

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Hi! my name is Ariana I'm about to turn 21 on June...

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Yanya03
WORTH IT$2,400

Hi! my name is Ariana I'm about to turn 21 on June 19th and my birthday present to myself is liposuction of the abdomen. I have spent endless hours in and out of the gym exercising, and my body is how I want it except my stomach I have always had a pouch of fat that is resistant to exercise and dieting.

Let me tell you how every week is currently: Monday I take a pole dancing class, Tuesday I lift weights with a friend, Wednesday I lift weights with a personal trainer, Thursday is all cardio at the gym, Friday I lift weights with my trainer again, Saturday I take a break, and Sunday I take a Tae Kwon Do/Cross fit class. A lot right? Apparently it's not enough. I currently weight about 121 lbs. I am 5'0. Most of that weight is muscle but I do have size 34DD breasts for some reason. My biggest concern is getting rid of this pouch of fat it just sticks out and I hate it so much! A couple weeks ago I went shopping and ended up crying in the fitting room because everything looked beautiful on me until you look at my stomach area. ;( That was enough. I already had a plastic surgeon in mind and I gave them a call, set up a consultation and went in the following week. They told me it will be a piece of cake to get rid of and I'm a good candidate for the procedure. The doctor was wonderful he was so kind and really took the time to talk to me, I felt like I knew him my entire life. The procedure is tumescent liposuction and was much more affordable than I thought it would be. I took an extra week to think things over and decided I'm ready!

My surgery is scheduled for June 24, 2013 and I couldn't be anymore excited!!!!! I just wish my family was more supportive.. My mom refuses to go with and so does my dad and he is even making fun of my decision telling me I'm stupid and saying I need to change my last name to Dyson ( Like the vacuum) Thankfully a friend has agreed to drive me. :) I hope this goes well! I can't wait to buy clothing that is form fitting!!!

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Jack Gelman, MD (retired)

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UPDATED FROM Yanya03
2 months pre

Anyone else having problems with friends or family...

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Anyone else having problems with friends or family accepting your decision? I feel like I'm the only one with a family that is not supportive of me..

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April 14, 2013
Same here! When I told my mom of the idea of getting lipo.....she was vehemently against it. So I did what I normally do, I still got it done! My brother brought me to the surgery (he doesn't care what I do as long as I'm happy) and I took care of myself afterwards. I'm fiercely independent, so I didn't ask anyone for help. Im 1 week post op and my mom (or anyone in my family) knows that I got lipo. I yoyo'd with my weight my whole life and I still had my pooch, so diet and exercise cant cure everything. My friends always knew I wanted to get it done, so they are ok with my decision. If it's something you want to do, then go ahead girl and do it!! Can't wait to see you wear a tight fitting clothes :-)
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April 14, 2013
Wow! I'm glad you went ahead with it, sounds like you are happy with your results. Did you need help getting around or anything once you were home? I have a friend driving me but once I get home, that's it I am on my own.. I plan to return to work that Friday (I'm getting it done on a Monday) How soon did you get back to work/regular activities?
April 14, 2013
Well I was so of it the first night that I can't remember much. I know my brother helped me to my apartment. It was pretty painful moving around... It felt really weird, I can't explain the feeling. I slept a lot the first 2 days and went back to work on Monday... It wasn't easy, but I made it!! I'm still not allowed to work out (1, week till I'm in the gym again) but my inner thighs feel soon weird that I wouldn't want to run and what not. Btw like you, I did pole dancing too!!
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April 14, 2013
That's so funny! I scheduled my surgery around the time that my pole class is taking a two week break I hope I can dance when it starts again I don't want to miss too much, I love it!
April 15, 2013
You might be bruised and/or sore but can still do swings...not too sure about inverts and what not!
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April 15, 2013
Good to know that I will be able to somewhat participate! Gah! I'm so excited! June seems so far away! I could care less about turning 21, now all I want is my flat belly! lol.
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April 20, 2013
I can't wait to see your results. This is for you. Everyone is going to have done sort of feedback saying you are fine just the way you are... My husband did not want me to do anything but now he is supportive seeing it has been a year and a half journey. I would not change it. I'm happy with everything I have done. The lipo is uncomfortable but not unbearable.
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April 21, 2013
Thank you! It definitely helps hearing from others that have been through it all. I'm so anxious and ready for this I can hardly sleep or think of anything else! And you look great I'm glad your husband came around. Any suggestions for me on anything?
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April 21, 2013
I have friends that want to have it done and others that look down on it. I think you need to express to them this is your decision. Do you have help? You are going to need to have help after. Make sure you take a lax after surgery :-) make sure you do not wait for the pain take the meds right after and take them every 4 hours even if you feel fine at least for the first few days. After day 3 you will be feeling fine :-)
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April 23, 2013
Thanks for the advice! I have a friend driving me and other than that I don't have much help I'm debating on telling my younger brother and asking him for help (he's 18). And why the lax? Will I be constipated from the pain pills or is it because of the lipo? Oh and I plan to go back to work by day 4..I'm a dog groomer what are your thoughts on this?
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April 26, 2013
You could go back to work but it will be uncomfortable. You get tired easy. I am now a week out and still get drained after a day of being out and about. I had a tummy tuck last year and learned the hard way about getting put to sleep and the IV and getting constipated, this time I was prepared lol. Get softeners if you are worried about the cramping from a lax.
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April 22, 2013
I say all the power to you :) do what ever makes you happy. I'm scheduled to get lipo done on my stomach may 23rd, can't wait. Goodluck to you !
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April 23, 2013
Thank You Mariah_xo! Good luck to you too! I hope you get the perfect body you are looking for!!! Post pictures!
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April 23, 2013
Thank you ! :) I made a review, any idea now long it takes for them to approve it? I have pictures with it !
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April 23, 2013
Took about a day and a half for mine. Can't wait to see it!
April 22, 2013
ok, so i'm inthe same boat, my hubby and i decided that after 2 kids and a life time of being active sometimes you just need the help. since society is so judgemental and and very quick to tell you it's wrong, i've decided not to tell anyone because after all it's none of their business. my surgery is scheduled for may 8th and i'm super excited and nervous and scared all at the same time!
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April 23, 2013
Jazmine_01 I hear you! But I'm so excited that its hard to hold it in and not tell anyone. It really helps being a part of RealSelf, I'm so glad I found this site. I've decided not to tell anyone else and aside from my boss and a few friends nobody else knows. I'm just not going to say anything to anyone when I get it done. I haven't told my family that I actually scheduled it and I'm not going to. It's easier that way. Wish I could though. :/ Anyways, I'm jealous that your surgery is so soon! I hope everything goes well, post pictures!
April 23, 2013
I'm with you and I know the excitement can eat you up. I'll post pics, but the before pics are super embarassing!
April 30, 2013
Im just like you...only person who knows im getting lipo done is my boyfriend. I havent told anyone else nor do I want to. My parents would flip out if they ever found out lol. I just hope I can hide it well and I hope I dont leak all over the place or look too swollen. Im going to work extra hours just to be away from my family after my surgery date. lol
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May 1, 2013
People just don't understand I guess :/ And be careful, dont over do it and get hurt. But smart idea. I have been trying to figure out what to tell my dad and my trainer lol. Think I'm going to play sick for like 3days and go back to work soon as I can.
UPDATED FROM Yanya03
1 month pre

One more month!

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Yanya03
Still so far away! I Have just about all the money for my surgery. I'm paying in all cash..Just can't wait. A lot of you that I've talked to have had your procedures done already and I have to say all of you ladies look perfect! Makes me feel a little less nervous about it when I see your photos. lol. I have my pre-op photoshoot and sit down with my surgeon on my bday. (Was the only day that I could fit in my schedule) that's on June 19th...until then I'm still hitting the gym as much as I can. And I'm running my first ever 5k tomorrow! Woo!

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May 25, 2013
I got mine done a week ago and it was the best experience n decision ever! I bet u will look so amazing. Just hang in there n don't be nervous. It was totally not as bad as it sounds. Very minimal pain in my opinion. Good luck on ur run!
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May 30, 2013
Thanks! I've been following your updates. You look so good!!! And my run went well I actually made it through the entire thing and I have another 5k coming up a week before I have surgery.