Happy Going into Surgery, This Was the Icing on Top!

I am now over 2 weeks PO for lipo of the hips, waist, back and fat transfer to breast. I am 5’1’’ and 115lbs, 32 years old, 1 child 5yo, no implants. I’ve never had any cosmetic surgery. I also have an extremely discerning eye – I wanted a natural yet obviously BETTER body. The sculpting Dr Gruber is able to achieve is unlike anything I have ever seen. I wanted my love handles gone, my booty to pop and bigger breast…And THAT is what I got!
Overall working with the office was great. Scheduling was easy as was getting a consult. I got a consult and waited about a year to actually schedule! Her renderings were AMAZING. The actual procedure I was SUPER nervous for, but honestly was a breeze (compared to MY recovery). (Will detail below).
I booked an AirBnB which was PERFECT because I drove (with my husband) and brought all the random stuff I needed, no need to walk far to get to the bedroom – which I immediately disappeared into after the procedure. FWIW the AirBnb was located in Carollwood, a suburb of Tampa (still Tampa on the address) very close to the clinic, safe, near anything you’d need. 
The worst part of the procedure– being cleaned with cold water/being cold for a few minutes. The numbing was a few painful spots but nothing worse than getting your eyebrows threaded or something quickly and minimally painful. It didn’t HURT it was just a super WEIRD sensation. I think I said the F word – once, maybe twice. As far as the actual lipo and FT, I didn’t feel 99% of it. A few times I felt some pain and she quickly numbed me up. Dr Gruber was VERY in tune with me and listened very carefully. VERY minimal discomfort. The operating table was warm and comfortable, good music. Dr Gruber worked her butt off getting the best result possible. At the end, you literally get up and see the outcome of your surgery! I was FLOORED with how amazing I looked. I couldn’t stop looking at myself at the end. They put you in foam, compression and the next day you return for PO. They give you another compression garment to change into the following week. 
The team is clearly VERY experienced, on point and Dr Gruber is a master. She’s very sweet and intuitive. I immediately felt calm with her. Be aware that there is substantial movement involved with this procedure (at least for hips, waist, back area of your body) it’s VERY interactive/physical/ and CRUCIAL you keep your hands away from the operating area. They direct you of this – but I wanted to mention because this was not drilled into my head beforehand but was crucial during surgery. I am in good physical shape so I felt this was a plus, as so much movement was necessary. 
A few weeks prior to surgery I HYDRATED LIKE CRAZY, drinking electrolytes. The morning of surgery I ate A LOT of carbs. I was really glad I did this because I felt great the entire surgery. My biggest worry going into this surgery was that I’d be super light headed and pass out! (It didn’t happen AT ALL). 
I was tired going back home after the surgery because of pain pills. I ate, fell asleep and woke up for my next pain meds. The following day I was up and about, sore, and stiff (especially upon getting up), but overall I was able to eat, pack, etc. I wasn’t totally out of it, bed bound or anything.
Now for the recovery part at home. I decided to quit the pain pills completely (along with Tylenol) by 2 days PO. I ended up having some bad reactions coming off the pain pills – headache, hangover feeling and ANXIETY (which I have had from time to time, especially during C19). 
Few days later I was getting major diarrhea from the antibiotics. :(
These aforementioned 3-5 days were rough for me because of the MEDS affect. BUT OTHERWISE I FELT FINE. Physically very VERY minimal discomfort and pain. 
Disclaimer: I AM EXTREMELY sensitive to RX drugs/substances. I usually get hangovers from pain pills, and I usually get yeast infections from antibiotics. I don’t drink coffee anymore because of anxiety. I get hangovers after 2 drinks, and I’m very petite – so the experience I had above I don’t think is normal. Just wanted to mention it here because I would call the recovery a “breeze” if it weren’t for those two snafus! There was some discomfort, swelling, bruising but it was quite literally nothing compared to the issues I had with the meds. I knew I was sensitive going into it, but it’s been years since I’ve been on them so I should have been on probiotics and had a pain management plan.
Angie (Dr Gruber’s nurse) and Dr Gruber were available basically 24/7 during this time to guide me, which I was very grateful for. You get Dr Gruber’s personal cell at the end of the surgery, and she checked in on me multiple times during the first week of my recovery. 
So was it worth it!? 
The money is definitely worth it. You pay for what you get - an expert.
My bod: wow – amazing!!! Far exceeded my expectations. The way she sculpted my waist is literally what I’ve wanted since I was an adolescent!! I’ve been TINY and I’ve been seriously overweight and I’ve NEVER had this shape before. I absolutely love the result. 
Obviously I had the issue with the meds so no more elective surgeries for me anytime soon. But I would say if I didn’t have those issues, I’d have already booked another procedure with her for sure.

Here are some photos. I wish I had some before of my breast but suffice it they were very deflated 32b-ish. Marks on my stomach are from the compression foam I wear under the garment which helps immensely with dents.

Hi everyone I'm 3 months PO. I wanted to wait to this point to determine how well I maintained the fat transfer. Apparently the 3 months mark is it. Well I've maintained really well. After the first few weeks they went down but I'm at LEAST a full cup size bigger than before - maybe more. I can't wear any of the old bras OR bralettes that are super stretchy. I was counting on maybe a half cup but I'm beyond thrilled with what I kept. My weight has been steady, and I had gained a little weight prior to the procedure because of covid gym shut downs. I have not worked out at all, I've slept on my back 100% of the time since surgery and I've only worn a loose non-wire bra the entire time, or gone braless. I also wore the foam in my garment for 3 months straight and am only now wearing the garment without foam (to prevent indentions). I did start lymphatic massage and it helps a ton. I also do not drink or smoke. Apparently not drinking helps! I wish I had before pics of my breasts but I do not! My swelling has gone down a ton in the last month and continues to go down. I still have a little in my lower back. Overall I'm AMAZED with my body.