42YO, 3 Grown Kids, It's All About Me Now! - Dominican Republic, DO

Here's a little history on myself....I had a gastric bypass in August 2000. I weighed in at 375 being only 5'2". It never dawned on me that I was over weight, I always had a boyfriend even at my highest weight, i got around great, worked a full-time job. I was also raising my kids. One day I looked in the mirror and realized I didn't want to die as my Mom did from being overweight(600#). I lost about 175 and kind of Plateau from there for about the last 10 years. My weight barely budged ,no matter what I did. It always hovered around 200# give or take. I have tried medifast, hcg, vegetarian, just about everything to lose weight after gatric bypass. I exercise quite a bit and have joined just about every gym in my area at some point, even hired personal trainers and never lost the desired weight. My body type is considered a pear body type, which I like, but would love a smaller pear shape. Talking to my physician and she introduced the idea of going out of the country for plastic surgery. After extensive research and weighing my options and my gut feelings. Also the price of going out of the Country, would be paying a third of the price comparison to anywhere in the US....I decided to go with Dr. Almonte. I have received confirmation that my surgery for April 20th is a go. I'm excited,nervous, with a ton of questions. So far communication has been easy, and being patient helps, when waiting on a reply. I will be having a tummy tuck, full back lipo, lipo on waist and flanks, including a Brazilian butt lift. I have never written any review on myself before, but excited and wanted to share in maybe someone else is thinking about taking this road. Also would like if anyone had any advice or experience they would like to share.

Here's a few recent pics of me of how I'm looking now after significant weight loss. I carry it well (underneath clothing).
I'm ready for a different me. I have known this body for way too long.
My legs/thighs and butt have always been my problem area. So not sure if I really need the Bbl. Lol
I'm currently waiting to hear back from Almonte assistant Lesley which she is who I have been communicating with. I just wanted to make sure I fly into the right place and how long should I plan to stay.

Time is ticking. I'm about 4 months out before my big day, but the planning has already begun. So far I have made my deposit, set a date, bought my plane ticket and secured my Recovery house(My Home). The next thing to do is to get my passport renewed, since my name changed since I had it. I have started shopping at thrift stores for some of my supplies that I will need, like boppy pillow, robes, etc. Which I feel most of the things will be a one time use so why spend a lot on them. You girls have been helpful with posting your supply list and it has helped me quite a bit to prepare. The things that has helped me prepare are YouTube and
Realself. Other peoples experience is valuable to me at this time.