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Hello my real self family. When I say family, I really mean it because I feel a connection to every review of your journies that I have read and there have been hundreds! Thank you to each woman that has provided so much crucial information along with photos for me to help make an educated decision on choosing my doctor and knowing what to expect during recovery.
I am 37, 5'3", about 165 lbs, and no kids. I live a little north of Atlanta. I got married this past October, but I have gained about 25 pounds since meeting my husband in October of 2014, so a little over a year. I think it is the reason he does not have a "sex drive" now. We have only had sex twice since we have been married, which he did not seem into, and he never tells me I am pretty or sexy anymore. That being said, I am doing this surgery for me, not him. I have wanted lipo as far back as high school.
I have always been the bigger girl in my group of friends ever since I was a little girl. I could never trade clothes like all my other friends that were naturally skinny. I will never forget my dad telling me to suck my belly in when I was about 7, and I have ever since. My weight has fluctuated so much from a low of 120 (on phen phen back when it was legal in 1996) to 190 (when I was with an abusive ex). I really try to eat well and exercise, but then I have days where I can literally eat probably at least 8,000 calories. I know it is a self destructive behavior, and I need break the cycle prior to surgery on order to get and keep the results. I know I am not a skinny girl and am not meant to be since I do have big bones and muscles, but I really want to get rid of the fat that I know I will not be able to even if I exercised and starved myself.
So that is a little or a lot about me. After all the research/cheating I have done due to all the amazing reviews I have read on this website, I chose Dr. Cochran in Columbus, Ga to do my surgery. I am getting lipo of tummy, back, flanks, arms, inner and outer thighs, under my chin and a fat transfer to my butt for 5400 total. I sent my photos and questions in for an estimate since I did not want to take a day off work (I am over two hours away), and received a call back about a week later. I was concerned because the quote did not have tummy tuck, so I was told Dr. C would call me to discuss it the next day. After talking to him, I am going to trust him that I can get a similar result with lipo on my tummy only. I put my deposit ($250) and scheduled my surgery today for March 23, 2016. I will do my preop appointment the day prior. I will need to have cbc, pregnancy test, week's worth of blood pressure recordings, and remaining balance paid off two weeks prior to surgery.
I will document my journey as thouroughly as possible to provide anyone needing it the good, bad and ugly my surgery and surgeon. I pray it will be 99% good, and not bad or especially ugly. Thanks for reading this and if anyone has any input/information to add that can help me or others, please do not hesitate to comment. Xoxo
I am 37, 5'3", about 165 lbs, and no kids. I live a little north of Atlanta. I got married this past October, but I have gained about 25 pounds since meeting my husband in October of 2014, so a little over a year. I think it is the reason he does not have a "sex drive" now. We have only had sex twice since we have been married, which he did not seem into, and he never tells me I am pretty or sexy anymore. That being said, I am doing this surgery for me, not him. I have wanted lipo as far back as high school.
I have always been the bigger girl in my group of friends ever since I was a little girl. I could never trade clothes like all my other friends that were naturally skinny. I will never forget my dad telling me to suck my belly in when I was about 7, and I have ever since. My weight has fluctuated so much from a low of 120 (on phen phen back when it was legal in 1996) to 190 (when I was with an abusive ex). I really try to eat well and exercise, but then I have days where I can literally eat probably at least 8,000 calories. I know it is a self destructive behavior, and I need break the cycle prior to surgery on order to get and keep the results. I know I am not a skinny girl and am not meant to be since I do have big bones and muscles, but I really want to get rid of the fat that I know I will not be able to even if I exercised and starved myself.
So that is a little or a lot about me. After all the research/cheating I have done due to all the amazing reviews I have read on this website, I chose Dr. Cochran in Columbus, Ga to do my surgery. I am getting lipo of tummy, back, flanks, arms, inner and outer thighs, under my chin and a fat transfer to my butt for 5400 total. I sent my photos and questions in for an estimate since I did not want to take a day off work (I am over two hours away), and received a call back about a week later. I was concerned because the quote did not have tummy tuck, so I was told Dr. C would call me to discuss it the next day. After talking to him, I am going to trust him that I can get a similar result with lipo on my tummy only. I put my deposit ($250) and scheduled my surgery today for March 23, 2016. I will do my preop appointment the day prior. I will need to have cbc, pregnancy test, week's worth of blood pressure recordings, and remaining balance paid off two weeks prior to surgery.
I will document my journey as thouroughly as possible to provide anyone needing it the good, bad and ugly my surgery and surgeon. I pray it will be 99% good, and not bad or especially ugly. Thanks for reading this and if anyone has any input/information to add that can help me or others, please do not hesitate to comment. Xoxo
UPDATED FROM mrsgeorgiagal
1 year pre
Never been so excited for mail!
I got my pre-op info in the mail with my surgery date confirmation. I am so excited! I really want to try my hardest to lose at least 10-15 pounds before surgery, so I really need to get in the gym more and eat better. I want the best possible outcome I can get. I hope you all are having a great new years so far!
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January 4, 2016
Congrats! Interesting you got your preop info already...did you pay your balance?...I paid my deposit but didn't get that yet.

January 4, 2016
Thanks! I only paid my deposit so far, but it could be that I asked so many questions too. I did not get my prescriptions or anything yet. It was all the info on what to do to prepare for it like what to avoid eating, etc. I will pay balance two weeks prior. I am excited for you and look forward to following your journey!

January 4, 2016
I'm starting a 90 day low carb challenge. If you want to join me this will definitely help you achieve that goal before your surgery. I started it prior to surgery but did bad after Thanksgiving


January 4, 2016
My meal plan is off memory but I will see if I can locate a beginner's plan for you..I would say after 2 weeks you can eventually learn how to make any type of meal with a low carb alternative. The first 4 days are the hardest after that your cravings and appetite will disappear.


January 7, 2016
I say go vegan, and sugar free. My son lost 170 pounds and I lost 50, we now have to eat like horses to keep the weight ON! Carb free is a fad, and relies on animal based proteins, the most difficult substance for the body to utilize due to the fact it must be deaminized in order to be a "fuel"

January 7, 2016
Congratulations! That is an amazing weight loss for you and especially your son! I am impressed. I would love to be vegan because it is awful how the animals are killed. I hate it! The sugar thing might be a tough one. Are you a coffee drinker? That would be a big issue because I use splenda for my coffee, but I do the almond milk as creamer. What do you use as your protein source?
January 5, 2016
Hi real self sister!! Congrats on your decision, I think it will boost your self esteem. I completely agree with one of the ladies, you need to dump your new man. I had a boyfriend the same way, everything was great until I moved in with him 6 months later...the sex drive went down the cliff and there was no more "I love you's". I felt like I had to beg to have sex which I felt like a guy that always wanted it. I asked him if he was gay or was not interested in me... I did my own investigating one evening come to find out he was sending nude photos to some girl and I think he was obsessed with [RS bleep]. I moved out was on and off for the next 2 1/2 years but had a long distant relationship but I ended it. It was the best thing I ever did!! And I finally met my wonderful husband and have been happily married for 9 years!! Every normal guy wants to have sex everyday if it were up to them lol. Good luck!!

January 5, 2016
Thank you for commenting and sharing your experience with me. I was really blaming myself for gaining weight because that is when it seemed to stop. I have brought it up so many times, but he just says he does not feel attractive because he has gained weight too and has lowered his sex drive. If I do get my body back and finally feel sexy again and he still has no interest, then I will have to move on. It is not everything, but it does make me wonder if something else could be going on that I do not know about like cheating or [RS bleep], which would be a deal breaker for sure!!
January 7, 2016
I always tell my clients to go with their gut. I hope that your procedure goes great and you get the body that you want. You will definitely have guys lined up...

January 7, 2016
Thank you! It is crazy because I called him tonight and he did not answer. He travels a lot for work. He tested me after I called and said he was on the phone with a client in California, which would have been 6pm there time and 9pm ours. I questioned him about it. He got mad and took a screen shot of the incoming call to prove it. I just am so confused!

January 7, 2016
Just get your surgery, worry about YOU. He will still be there when your procedure is done....if he isnt totally into your hot new bod, then do some sleuthing. Hidden camera by the computer...all sorts of things. If someone had told me this 15 years ago i would have been angry and horrified, but you have to be on your toes due to all the [RS bleep] out there that are on the internet trolling. Dont worry about him right now, worry about YOU and how awesome you are going to look and FEEL.

January 7, 2016
Thank you so much!! I do not have any family, so he is all I have to help me with the recovery and I am so worried he will not good with me. I have read so many reviews of woman saying that their husband's were amazing during their recoveries, but I just know that I will not be able to say that. I am hoping I will not need him, but with total body lipo, I might not be able to move much...The hidden camera is a great idea. I just wish I could trust him and not have these doubts. I really appreciate your advise and the time you are taking to counsel me too!!

January 15, 2016
The thing about [RS bleep] is that it permanently reprograms a mans brain...dead serious here...they can no longer become aroused without that intense visual stuff. Regular sex holds no allure for them. My ex became addicted to [RS bleep], it was horrible. I stupidly hung in there, hoping he would change....they CANNOT change. [RS bleep], when I was growing up, was where it SHOULD be, nasty seedy areas in big cities. Men who wanted to watch pornos had to go to gross semen infused cinemas. Now that it is so freely available online, it is a wrecking ball in marriages. It breaks my heart to read the 19-25 years old on here getting ridiculous bubble butts and massive hooters just to satisfy their [RS bleep] addicts men.

January 15, 2016
Yes, I agree with you that it is too available now and unfortunately can ruin relationships. It is so unfortunate that people want instant gratification like that and not care about the feelings of others. I think feeling close to someone is way better than something not real.

January 14, 2016
where do you love in atlanta? I live in austell and they told me I stay to close for a consult through email I must drive in I don't think I can get a day off.

January 14, 2016
Hi! I live in Kennesaw. I did not want to take a day off either. They did suggest that I should come in since I do not live far, but I already know I want him as my surgeon and I think he has been doing this long enough that I trust his opinion on just photos alone. I was very unsure with him saying I did not need a TT and lipo would be just as good, so he did call me to discuss this after I got my quote. I do have to go the day before surgery for pre-op appointment, but I scheduled it at 3PM so I can still work half day and we are staying the night at a hotel down there so we do not have to drive down at 4:30AM. If you tell them you do not have days to take to drive to the consult, they will accommodate you. I talked to Vicki about it. Make sure you take really good photos and be very descriptive in what procedures you want to get an accurate quote. Dr. C will call you too if you feel you need to talk to him about it too. Good luck and let me know how it goes!!

January 14, 2016
Thank you for your response. I did Dr. Cochran did my tummy tuck in 2009 when I lived in Columbus. Now I want to come back for a revision she said he wanted me to drive down. This sucks because i work and attend day classes I talked to Vicki and they will not accommodate me smh.

January 14, 2016
There is no way you can just give them photos to get a quote? Maybe since it would be a revision, he really needs to look at it first. You could always just schedule the surgery and go in the day before for him to look at it. I am sorry! I hope it works out for you!

January 14, 2016
Thanks I think he just wants to see me in person since its been so long he is a great doctor I just wish they would work with me...Goodluck on your procedure and journey to becoming a Cochran Doll!!! :)
February 26, 2016
I just had my surgery from Dr. Cochran in the 24 of February. Make sure you have straws that bend, they come in handy. I seem to be cold too so a small heating throw works well for me. I
So thankful to friends and family taking care of me and bring my husband and I meals .
So thankful to friends and family taking care of me and bring my husband and I meals .

February 26, 2016
I am so happy for you! I would love to read your review and see pics of you post one. Let me know so we can support each other. Thank you so much for the info too. Did not throw up after surgery? I hope you heal and recovery quickly!

February 27, 2016
Let me know when you post your review so that I can follow you. I just had mine this morning and bendy straws are awesome.
UPDATED FROM mrsgeorgiagal
1 year pre
Wish Pictures
I know I posted two wish pictures initially when starting my review that show a front view (hourglass shape) and back view (a beautiful full perky butt) that I wish I could achieve with my surgery. The work "wish" is the main word here. I know that I will not look like this after my surgery. These girls I have photos of are the elite few who either by genetics or multiple surgeries have "wish" bodies. I only included them because I think the female body is beautiful and should be appreciated when it is at its best. I really only "wish" for a successful surgery, recovery and love for the body God has given me that I am only trying to improve a little. I do not want to attempt multiple surgeries to achieve these looks, as even that could be impossible. I have faith that Dr. C can help me get rid of some of this fat suit I have been living in for what seems like my entire life. Have a great day ladies!!
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January 5, 2016
I know what you mean, PLUS I think ALL pics now are photoshopped!

January 5, 2016
You are probably right! I do not even know how to use photoshop, haha! I actually just figured out how to cover my tattoos and face last night so I can post better before pictures today. It took like 10 min to figure out how to do it for three pictures and they look pretty bad, but I tried, haha!

January 7, 2016
Yep when I showed my wish pics to a few doctors they said they could tell me that no lipo did that and it was prob diet and exercise after the fact. So I think most of the pics out there are photoshop

January 8, 2016
They are shopped. Its sad, because it messes with our heads. There are a bunch of people having that Brazilian Butt Lift to get that bizarre huge butt like Kim Kardashian has.....I saw one gals this morning and I was appalled that a Dr would even DO that to someone...shes only 20! It looks like a cartoon!!

January 8, 2016
Oh, I know. I read a review where the doctor put one pound of fat in each butt cheek. That is just too much! I just want mine filled out with a little lift to it and I will be happy!

February 1, 2016
Good for you can't wait to see results I wish I could afford lipo as well only getting my breasts with lift done!

February 1, 2016
Hi, thanks for commenting! I can only afford it because I recently sold my house. I paid off all my debt and now I am doing this for me with the remaining money. Have a great day!!

February 1, 2016
Ok mine isn't photo shopped if it was I would make my hips smaller. Lol

February 1, 2016
Haha!! I just had to delete my wish pics because I keep getting asked if they are my after pics. I have not even had surgery yet, haha!
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