1 day left (for DR)✈️

So my flight leave tomorrow and I will officially be landing down in DR. I haven't even packed because I'm such a procrastinator lol. But I have every thing. I'll even take a pic and upload it to show you what I'm being. #NoOverPackingZone

So this update is loooonnnnggg overdue. I have been to the doctors back in February to check out my blood levels. Sad to say I was quite disappointed to get the results. A wopping 12.6 g/DL ! Wtf!!! Based on other doc responses I believed that I have to have above 13.5 g/DL to do 2 or more sx. However, I haven't asked Dr. FG about this, I am just trying to be on the safe side. But from a RS sister I recently found out that some doctors will perform the sx if your close to the hemo requirement. But then they will monitor you after sx in case you need a blood transaction, and TRUST when you don't meet that hemo requirement you will most likely need a blood transfusion. This means more money$$$! Hell nawl!

So I been taking folic acid, b12, iron, and vitamin c since the last week of March. I've also been making a lot of smoothies with protein and spinach/kale. I am just trying to get my body right before sx. I plan to visit the doctor by the end of April to get an update on my hemo level to see if this supplement and change in my diet has been working. Oh yeah, I also have been monitoring what I eat in this food app diary called "MyNet Diary" because I wanted to gain a few pounds. The app tells you how many calories you need to intake in order to gradually meet your specific weight gain goals in a healthy/appropriate way. When you log in the food most often the nutrition facts are already in the apps data. So it also keeps track of the fat, protein, carbs, fiber, and other nutrients that you're consuming. Thus it gives an analysis on what you are doing well, need to consume more of, and consume less of.

The weigh gain was not advised by Dr.FG but I figured it would help with the overall results I want post op (bigger fat cells in the butt area to make for a fuller bottom). I currently weigh 148lbs. But I am hoping to weigh 150lbs going into sx. I hope maintain the gained weight after sx for at least 3-4 months and then after that I'll tone up (and maybe loose a lbs or 2 if need be). When I went to check out my hemo I was 142lbs. I told my doctor that I was thinking about gaining weight and she said that I didn't need to because then I would be above my BMI for my height (5'2). Who [RS bleep] knew that 5-8 lbs more would make me obese according to the BMI but skinny in the eyes of others. Technically I'm skinny fat. You know what I mean---a skinny person with fat in certain areas like the tummy.
As for payment, I am about 90% complete with paying all of my sx fees. Then I will switch focus to saving for the rh I'll be staying at (Relax recovery house). The good thing is that at least I'll have a day or 2 to experience what DR is really like before sx. ????

Lastly, I wanted to mention that as of today I have officially gotten all of my supplies (except 1- a hair dryer which is miscellaneous). So I'll get to post my updated sx list (plus supply pics) and see if I was able to stay within my budget. I know how important it can be to have an estimate of how much supplies cost because no one wants to buy in excess or overspend when they can save. For instance, I believe that the faja and healing scar creams are some things that should be skimmed on, but other things can be negotiated like the cost of alcohol pads.

May can't get here fast enough. I'll be finishing up this semester and when I come back I'll be starting my internship. The work never stops but it's all worth it!

I am leaving you with my 3-month post op wish pic (gym ready). Until next time dolls, babes & foxes......Love XoLHNBHxO

My sx date has changed for reasons outside of my control. It is now going to be on March 25th instead of March 24th. I guess I'll just be chilling in DR for 2 days and take in some sites. Has anyone else had this happen? Do you have any advice on what to do in DR during those 2days?