My Journey to the Body I Once Had - Dominican Republic

So far my surgery date with Dr Yily De Los Santos is Feb.12.2013. I'm flying out & arriving on Feb 11th & Having my consultation the same day i arrive.

Currently Im deciding to go with Tummy tuck and liposuction of abdomen, arms, back and flanks is 3800$USD. It also includes 1 compression garment, pre-operatory tests, cardiologist, anesthesiologist, clinic expenses.

This is something that i always wanted to do , i have been unhappy with my body since i had my two children back to back .in 2005 & 2008 I would just like my petite figure back, and maybe a few extra curves wouldn't hurt.

I'm feeling really excited at this point i just want my BIKINI BODY.. lol I have been sexy and petite before , however my childrens births changed that really fast. Im thinking this is one of the best things i could do for myself, Even if i lose all of it by myself i still would NOT have the shape i crave.

I have watched the whole procedures be performed on you tube, I like to be know what i'm in for & what to expect. All i have been doing is researching these procedures , medicines, pre and post surgery.

My Journey to the Body i once has is about to begin .....

So the new year has finally arrived , im feeling ohh sooo very anxious.... lOl

Im 40 days away from my big day, feels surreal.

I have been online double checking my check list,,

finding out passport info, as well as expenses for after care.

so far you will need to put aside money for after care, that can total up to 600 depending what package you pick for spa care...

passport cost - 150-200

air fair ROUND TRIP from Boston -to Santo DMGO- 400-500

Also the luggage and things you have to bring with you 100-150..

I am pretty much packed. This is what I have to help those wondering what to take on their surgery:
*Feminine Wipes
*Short socks
*Towels
*Reg wet wipes
*Robe
*Rubber Gloves
*Deodorant
*Soap
Gauze
*Medical Tape
*Mederma
*Baccitracin
*Loose pants
*Tshirts
*Antibacterial soap
*Tylenol pain cream
*Arnica Cream - For bruising
*Bromelain Pills - For swelling
* water pills for post op swelling
Epifoam - For inside of your garment to smooth.
*Tape Measure - To keep progress of ur amazing new measurements
*Extra strength Tylenol 500 mg - Anything like ibuprofen, Aleve, and some other pain meds are bad for you since they can cause more bruising and bleeding
*Thigh High compression socks - Known to reduce embolisms, especially on the plane ride back
*Hibiclens - Anti "microbial" skin soap, comes in liquid form. Really good for using BEFORE your surgery. Not meant to be used as reg soap since it is very harsh on the skin and can cause irritation if used for a prolonged period of time
*Maxi Pads - Recommended for inside your garment to smooth any creasing to not leave permanent lines or dents after lipo since you fat is very moldable and like jello lol
*Funnel - To pee so you dont have to take the garment off and can pee through the hole at the bottom using the funnel
*Stool Softener - I hear after anesthesia its hard to have a proper "bowel movement" lol
*Chux - They look like the doggie pads they use to pee when they're being potty trained, they're white with blue lining absorbent pads. To help catch any leakage/draining the first few days




also purchase the Vitamedica Surgery program supplement, waiting for it in the mail. Its a supplement that enhances and promotes healing since it has tons of essential vitamins and minerals needed for healing that may not be gained through diet alone. It has good reviews and people who have taken it say it has helped them so why not lol. I don't want to feel like poop or be in pain and discomfort forever. I want to bounce back soon and do everything I can to take care of myself properly. Its all about the post op care ladies!
http://www.recoveryelements.com/clinicalsupportforsurgeryprogram.aspx - There is one that's $60 and $100.

So0o0o 33 More days till my Big day!!

I'm so excited its still kind of surreal, i mean who else wouldn't want to go to sleep & wake up looking better then before.Lol

I am able to do my taxes this month because i go to someone who will use my last weeks pay stub from 2012 to file this year,

So far i'm upgrading to a 3 bedroom, buying a new car, & getting a new figure, I'm so happy with all of these goals i am achieving ,

i feel like this is something i deserved , its been a very stressful 7 years being unhappy with my body, & having very

low self esteem, i say if it will make you confident and more happy in your life, then GO FOR IT!

I never let anyone's opinions effect me, i live by my rules, & i do what makes me happy,

As for the negative opinions or concerns, or feedback i received, not specifically on this site, but in general , i am happy people

care, Such as ( just exercise you don't need this (* DON'T DO THIS CONNIE IN A FOREIGN COUNTRY) even if i were to

excersize i would never get the results i crave, my stomach muscles are so destroyed from child birth ,

it would never be the same my stomach muscles are spaced far apart its going to take reconstruction to fix .

however, this is my choice, its my body , im doing this

& i appreciate your concern, BUT it has zero impact on my decision to do this,


I am buying my plain ticket next week =D

I am ready more than ever .

Yily is amazing i'm so happy to have chosen her , i will have minimal scars, with the results i want ,