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My story starts the same way that most stories...
My story starts the same way that most stories here do: pregnancy, age, lifestyle, diet, you name.
But first, a little bit of my background. I am 35 years old, 5'2'' and currently weighing 143 pounds. I come from Western Southern Europe. Like most Mediterranean women, I used to have a nice curvy shape, although I was thin. I used to be proud of the way a look.
When I moved to the US, 6 years ago, I used to weigh 120 pounds. A year and a half later, I had my first baby and 2 years later, another one. That is when most of the dramatic changes in my body occurred. I gained a lot of weight during my first pregnancy. I never really lost it. When I got pregnant the 2 time, I weighed 135, which is already a lot for someone with a small frame like mine. By the end of that last pregnancy my weight increased to almost 180. When I 5 month pregnant, people used to ask me if I was on my last month or if I was expecting twins. Yes, I was that big and I got even bigger... It was a horrible time and my self esteem took a huge hit. Peoples comments and the looks they gave, didn't help either... Anyway, I had 2 wonderful healthy big babies, which I am very proud of! I love my boys more than anything.
Moving forward a little, I started looking and reading a lot of reviews, on this site, a couple of months ago. It has been a huge source of information! I want to have a mommy makeover consisting of a breast lift, with aureole reduction and maybe an augmentation (though it's not really on my top list), and a tummy tuck, with Dr. Goico. I must confess that, at first, I as very concerned about having surgery in the DR, due to some horror stories. What made me change my mind was Dr. FG talent, his "conservative" approach and the huge difference in price from the US and Europe. Yes, I have read about some horror stories that have happened in the DR, but Dr. FG has an impeccable track and does not trade safety for results. There are also horror stories from Dr.'s in the US or any other part of the world, for that matter. Also, his clinic seems to be top quality as you can attest from his site pictures and from other reviewers as well.
After an initial contact with Karel Zabala, I am waiting to hear from the Dr. himself. I am extremely anxious, I must say! I wonder what suggestions does he have and what kind of results can I expect realistically.
I will update as soon as I have more news. For now, I leave you with some photos of my current awful physical shape.
ps. - No ladies, you are not alone. In fact, there are many women like us. Don't loose your time commiserating like I did. That got me nowhere and made me feel even worse. If you can, do something about it.
But first, a little bit of my background. I am 35 years old, 5'2'' and currently weighing 143 pounds. I come from Western Southern Europe. Like most Mediterranean women, I used to have a nice curvy shape, although I was thin. I used to be proud of the way a look.
When I moved to the US, 6 years ago, I used to weigh 120 pounds. A year and a half later, I had my first baby and 2 years later, another one. That is when most of the dramatic changes in my body occurred. I gained a lot of weight during my first pregnancy. I never really lost it. When I got pregnant the 2 time, I weighed 135, which is already a lot for someone with a small frame like mine. By the end of that last pregnancy my weight increased to almost 180. When I 5 month pregnant, people used to ask me if I was on my last month or if I was expecting twins. Yes, I was that big and I got even bigger... It was a horrible time and my self esteem took a huge hit. Peoples comments and the looks they gave, didn't help either... Anyway, I had 2 wonderful healthy big babies, which I am very proud of! I love my boys more than anything.
Moving forward a little, I started looking and reading a lot of reviews, on this site, a couple of months ago. It has been a huge source of information! I want to have a mommy makeover consisting of a breast lift, with aureole reduction and maybe an augmentation (though it's not really on my top list), and a tummy tuck, with Dr. Goico. I must confess that, at first, I as very concerned about having surgery in the DR, due to some horror stories. What made me change my mind was Dr. FG talent, his "conservative" approach and the huge difference in price from the US and Europe. Yes, I have read about some horror stories that have happened in the DR, but Dr. FG has an impeccable track and does not trade safety for results. There are also horror stories from Dr.'s in the US or any other part of the world, for that matter. Also, his clinic seems to be top quality as you can attest from his site pictures and from other reviewers as well.
After an initial contact with Karel Zabala, I am waiting to hear from the Dr. himself. I am extremely anxious, I must say! I wonder what suggestions does he have and what kind of results can I expect realistically.
I will update as soon as I have more news. For now, I leave you with some photos of my current awful physical shape.
ps. - No ladies, you are not alone. In fact, there are many women like us. Don't loose your time commiserating like I did. That got me nowhere and made me feel even worse. If you can, do something about it.
Diet, the lesser of two evils.
Not really an update but a challenge to all of those that want to loose weight but can't do it without a buddy system of some sort, that keeps them in check and motivates them. I am planning on loosing 20 pounds by June. Admittedly, I am not a very disciplined person when it comes to dieting, but I am fully motivated to not being overweight anymore. I hate that more than diets...
If anyone wants to join me, that would be great! The more, the merrier.
If anyone wants to join me, that would be great! The more, the merrier.
Diet: day 1.
I have increased the consumption of vegetables and fruits. I have decreased the intake of carbs, which is my biggest source of calories. But, I cannot (nor should) stop eating carbs completely. I think my biggest issue though, is not carbs itself, butthe amount of sugar present in food, in general. For example, in the US, bread is sweeter than in Europe. Yogurts are too. That has a huge impact on the amount of food we end up consuming (and therefore spending more money) and in our health. Unfortunately, foods are engineered to make us eat more and buy more... Anyway, I don't advocate stopping eating all the things we like and substitute it with vegetables. Realistically, most of us will get tired of that type of diet pretty quick and give up. Moderation is the key.
Think about the end result, not all the steps you have to make till you get there.
Think about the end result, not all the steps you have to make till you get there.
Provider Review
Plastic Surgeon
Calle Socrates Nolasco 4, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
Dr. FG is extremely knowledgeable and professional. His initial diagnosis was thorough and explained in a way patients with no medical training or education can understand very easily. His English is also flawless, which is a major plus for all international patients. I am very pleased to have him as my Dr., since I believe he will give me the results I am looking for while keeping me safe.