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mommy make over with dra walkiris robles - Dominican Republic, DO
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I will start by staying that I am 36, the mother...
lisafabAugust 5, 2013
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I will start by staying that I am 36, the mother of 3 children. I have a 13 year old daughter and 2 sons, 7 and 11 years old. I am new to realself and have been reading many people's experience. Everyone has been so informative and helpful in me finally making up my mind to do this surgery in the DR. I felt that I should also share my experience as well, it may help someone as well. For year I have been so self conscious about the stretch marks on my tummy. I really do not like to look at it. I really cannot remember a time when I did not have these marks. Can't wait till I get rid of them. I will be doing a tummy tuck, lipo of waist and armpit, BL/IMPLANTS.
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2 months pre
Mommy makeover
lisafabAugust 11, 2013
I spoke to Laura last week Wednesday. she let me know that my lab looks good, however she encourage me to take 300mg iron 3 times a day, folic acid 5mg 2 times a day and vitamin B complex and vitamin C. This is to increase my hemoglobin from 12.2. At the time that I had my Lab work done I was having my period so that could have affected my hemoglobin levels, because we loss iron during that time of the month. I booked my flight on Friday and sent my itinerary to Laura, so I'm officially schedule for surgery for October 10. I am excited, can't wait for the day
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August 22, 2013
I am scheduled for Monday October 7th! Maybe we will see each other at Virginia's. :) Im crazy excited, but nervous too! This is my first surgery. I would love to keep in touch !
August 23, 2013
This is my first as well. We will probably see each other at virginia's. Laura told me that their should be space available. Seems Virginia's is the most popular recovery house. How long are you staying? I will be their until Oct 20. I live in NY city. Are you from NY too?
August 23, 2013
I will be staying until Tuesday the 15th... I wouldve liked to stay longer, but I have 3 little ones at home that I have to get back to and I was only able to get 2 weeks off of work altogether.... but No, I live in Indianapolis, IN....
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1 month pre
Counting down the days
lisafabSeptember 4, 2013
I am anxiously counting down the days till my journey to the flat side. I cannot wait to get this over with. I am on this site everyday reading and rereading you girls reviews. It has been a tremendous help in me choosing what I need to take and what is not necessary. I really want to thank everyone for their posts. which has been a great motivator in me taking this step. I really have been thinking about doing this for many years, but never had the courage no the finances. I thank God for you ladies. I pray that I get through this journey as quickly as possible. I feel like sharing a little bit about myself at this point. I may even post a pic or 2. I am 5' 4, weigh 135 pounds. I recently lost about 15 pounds. I weighted 150 after I had my last child who is now seven years old. I am eating lots of fruits and veggs, taking my iron twice a day and folic and B-complex with vitamin c once a day. I have always worked out, which I am still doing because on the day of surgery I plan on being at 135. Hopefully I will get great results at that weight. I still have not told anyone I am having surgery, only my husband and my daughter knows. My other family members would not understand so I decided to tell friend and family I am taking a vacation. Well until next time ladies .
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September 4, 2013
You don't have long. The time will fly by!
September 4, 2013
You are right about that! but to me the time seem to be dragging out so long. I want to go and get this this over with. Its kind of stressful waiting. I seem to be getting real short tempered as the time drag by.

September 4, 2013
Hello, you will be in great hands!!!! Dr. Robles is very sweet and professional!! I am almost 4 months after surgery and I love how I look!!
Just listen and follow the doctors advise!!
September 4, 2013
Thanks a lot for your advice. I do plan on following the Dr's orders. I was wondering about the drains. If you had a TT, how long did you have your drains in for. I know everyone is different, but on average how long should you have it in for. Thanks again and happy healing to you.
September 4, 2013
I had a tummy tuck and breast augmentation and had the drain on the right side of pubic hair, it was in for 17 days but I am happy that she left them in for so long because I had no complications and no lymphatic massage to date.. I ate a lot of pineapple to help with the swelling, my hands and legs didn't swell at all..
I'm so glad you joined us here and started your story! There are many others embarking on a journey similar to yours, so I hope you'll find this community a great source of information and support.
Please keep us posted!