Approaching 30, No Kids, Completed my Transformation- 8/31/16 Dallas, TX (POST-OP)

Hello ladies and gents. I don't really know where to begin, but I like most of us I have been stalking this site for a few years, and I have finally made the decision to work towards making it to the "flat" side. I recently completed a mental health program and I have made a commitment to better focus on my needs and engage in more self-care. With that being said I have scheduled a consultation with UT Southwestern Plastic Surgery Clinic scheduled for July 22nd. I am uber excited and anxious. Over the last few years I have had my weight fluctuate 15-20 lbs. as I was recently diagnosed with adult asthma and had chronic sinus infections where taking the steroids have really fought against any substantial weight loss. Aside from that genetics have played a major role in me wanting this surgery. I am both Latina (mom) and African American (dad). Thankfully I inherited my mother’s hips, but got the stomach from hell from my dad. I have always been approached and asked am I pregnant, no matter how much I work out or how little or often I eat, it just won’t go away naturally. I am 5’2 and about 179 on a good day. I wear it well as I have a little butt at the bottom, but I am flat as a board on the top, not only lacking projection, but also lacking about 2 inches of “crack” lol… With thirty quickly approaching I pray that I can get this consultation knocked out and be on my way to the body of my dreams. My husband is very supportive and almost every night or at least one time in the day I show him a motivational body. I’m also thinking about getting a breast augmentation or fat transfer. I have not really seen significant results with fat transfer to the breast on too many people, so I’m not sure. My husband also is afraid of my nipples being tainted after the augment because right now he loves them…lol. We will see. I will keep you guys posted on my progress in the meantime. Ciao…

Hey Realself peeps,
I'm here today to update you guys on my progression on my transformation. I have been feeling under the weather these last few days, so I'm working on getting better. Also been spending more time with my little sis/cuz and enjoying the company. We decided that we want her to be apart of my journey so she can know what it takes so she will be accompany me and hubby on the 22nd. Almost every night hubby and I have been finding wish pics and videos. This experience is really bringing us together. I was able to get a few things that were on clearance from both Nordstrom and Burlington Coat Factory. I know right...2 different spectrums. I love challenging myself to find great items for under 10 dollars and I did just that. I scooped up a bomber and 2 midi pencil skirts from Nordstrom for less than 30 dollars. I also found a midi salmon pink body con at BCF for 3.99. I spent less than 20 dollars on 4 dresses. Yep... patience is virtue. I can't wait until my total body transformation. It's going to be so great. Everyone seems to be on board and God is continuing His divine favor in our lives. I'm all typed out. Hope you enjoy my wish pic...Be inspired and inspiring.

Hey RealSelf peeps. I finally had my consultation yesterday. YAY! So my appointment was at 1pm. I made it there roughly 15 minutes early. As soon as I arrived I was greeted by 3 nurses, probably coming back from lunch. I greeted the receptionist at the desk and she gave me 3 forms to fill out. I paid my consultation fee and was directed to the waiting area. I was called back by Nurse Penny after no more than five minutes. She was so sweet and nice and she joked around with my sissy who tagged along with me for this appointment. She had a medical assistant that was shadowing her and she basically was there to watch the whole process. She asked me about my meds, medical history, and surgical history, and then offered us something to drink while we waited for the doctor. I don't know who I was expecting, but I was amazed when I saw him. He actually resembles a young Barack Obama. I have been watching Atlanta Plastics so I hear what people say about the advantages of having a physician of color, so boy did I feel very at eased. I smiled the whole entire time because I felt so comfortable and proud I might say. He asked me what I was there for, and I let him know that basically I had fat that needed to be relocated. He asked me about my medical history as well and explained to me the steps in the surgery. He then left the room so I could disrobed and entered back in with Nurse Allison. He laid me back and examined my fascia, to check for separation, which was very minimal since I have not had any babies, and then he had me stand in front of the mirror. As we stood in front of the mirror, he told me to tell him what I felt needed changing, which he agreed with my thoughts, and also added on to them. He also talked about the possibility of a mini tummy tuck, but advised to hold off on until I had some kiddos. So we talked about his recommendations including the areas where he would perform liposuction. He asked me how opposed to thigh touching my thighs am I, and I let him know that he could give me a Beyoncé thigh gap if he wanted to. Lol…So after he left he went to discuss with the surgery coordinator the process and the clinical photographer came in and took me to the studio. There I took several (before) pictures from all angles. I then got dressed and spoke to Mercedes (Gloria) the surgery coordinator. She was very nice and explained the total cost of the procedure including an overnight stay at the facility. I signed 2 more forms, and was told to keep in touch with Dr. Malafa via e-mail to inform him of any changes to my schedule, questions, or to send wish pics. He will be finding staff and then finding dates and will email me the options. So now, I’m waiting to hear back from him for possible schedule dates. I have been getting my supplies added to my cart on my shopping sites, and emailed him some wish pics. Hubby is excited and keeps telling me how sexy I am now and how great my results will be. Great experience and great staff so far...