SPOILED: I Just Want my Old Body Back - Houston, TX

I was one of the genetically luck girls who always had a naturally curvy & tight body that managed to stay in great shape. I never had a problem with my body image until I got pregnant (after 35), gained weight, and just couldn’t get it back. The weight gain was one thing but I just felt like what used to be my curves had turned into blubber sacks. UGH Let me also be honest and say that because I was so spoiled by genetics I was truly lazy with working out and eating right. I would start and then stop…waste a lot of money trying something different and then eventually stop doing that as well.
The same month I had my daughter, a close friend of mine had her lipo procedure. She had great results and great recovery. I said then, if I can’t get my pre baby body back I’m going to get lipo. That was two and a half years ago and now I am READY. My profile picture is actually me and my pre baby body. I’m using my own pictures as my “wish” pics for my doctor. LOL
I considered doctors in other cities (Montreal, Toronto, New York, Atlanta) however I finally decided that since I am originally from Houston and my family is all there, it would be best to look for a Houston lipo doctor because there is a good selection and I felt it would be the most practical option for post surgery recovery. So I will be traveling to Houston for my procedure that I hope to be scheduled for early Dec2013. I am currently researching and consulting PS and I hope to post the name of my doctor very soon (once I decide).
I understand that ANY kind of surgery is a journey and I promised myself three things-
1) I will choose the best doctor for me…no matter the cost. I want great results and I will hold that doctor accountable for giving me the results I am looking for. I know some people have lipo done over again, however I have no desire to do this ever again. So I want amazing results done the first time.
2) I will follow and adhere to ALL post surgical/healing procedures and then some! I believe that the doctor can only do so much. The rest is up to me. This is where I hold myself accountable.
3) I will be patient with my doctor, myself, and my body, and give us all time to see the final results.
I’m very excited and I am so thankful to all the people of RS who share their stories and results with us. I have learned so much in such little time that I felt I should share my story too. You have all been so helpful. I hope everyone does their research and finds the doctor that is able to safely give them the results they desire. I truly believe that everyone should be able to feel beautiful!

I consulted with several doctors and narrowed my options down to two. I was torn between two Houston doctors and decided that a second consultation might be the thing I need to help me make the final decision. After having my second consultation with Dr. Newall I truly felt like he was the doctor that could give me the results I wanted as well as the care and attention I needed. Dr. Newall seemed to have the passion for sculpting an hourglass figure. When I said, “Dr. Newall I want curves, I just don’t want the fat.” He was eye to eye with me. I know he knew exactly what I was talking about and exactly what I wanted. He assured me that he can give me the results that I want and I could tell that he is honestly passionate about the results of his patients. For the second consultation he sat and talked with me and answered ALL of my questions in detail without making me feel rushed. I even gave him a hug I was so excited ( I knew right then he was the PS I should use).
After speaking with Dr. Newall I was also able to consult with the staff again and also have ‘smaller’ questions answered as well…things like, "is the food any good after surgery or should I bring my own?" It was cool to speak to someone who had also had procedures done and knew what it felt like from a patients perspective. So now I am confirmed and starting to put my pre/post op list together.
I have also decided to start working out and eating healthier now, so my body isn’t in total shock the day after surgery. Every little bit helps right. Thanks again to the RS community for all of your helpful info!

I went to a Mexican restaurant yesterday and ate hot wings today. I had to get my final fix of my favorite high sodium foods before my 2 week pre op date. Being in Texas and not eating yummy Mexican food is going to be post op torture. lol
I have heard numerous times from doctors and staff that a no/low sodium diet will make a tremendous difference during the healing process. Depending on your normal diet, it can shave days even weeks off your recovery time. So I'm all about!
If anyone is interested, my favorite no salt seasoning is Kirklands Organic no salt Seasoning. I purchase it from Costco. It's really good and full of yummy spices.