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BBL, 26 yo - Comfort Zone, Istanbul, Turkey
UPDATED FROM BeauBordeaux
1 month post
Breast reduction 5 weeks post-op
WORTH IT$4,365
Quick update here, as I had a breast reduction on Friday, which was exactly 5 weeks post-op! Everything went well, and now I'm focusing on having a healthy and speedy recovery from this surgery too. This was my last surgery as far as I know, and I can't wait to be back in "the real world" and go climbing, dancing, and exercising hard again.
My breast reduction surgery was covered my the government as it was for health reasons, and was initially scheduled for May/June - I did not plan for these surgeries to be this close. My clinic had an opening though, and I really wanted to get this whole recovery-phase over and done with as soon as possible. I got tested for MRSA, and am happy to say I don't have it after my surgery with Dr. Manavbasi in Istanbul. Got a blood thinner when I woke from anesthesia to counter an increased risk of blood clots with two surgeries this close, and I was home for dinner the same day. I'm feeling sooo good compared to what I expected from this BR. It's frustrating being unable to use my arms (especially as I've gotten used to compensating with those after my BBL), but I know it's only temporary and it's a small price to pay.
I went back to sleeping on my back the day I had my BR, and at 5 weeks that feels fine. I support my lower back or my thighs with a pillow sometimes, but it doesn't feel like a 'need' at all. I'm SO happy with my results starting to take shape from Dr. Manavbasi, and my surgeon here said he did an excellent job too, which surely is comforting.
They removed almost 1kg/2lbs of boob with the anchor technique, and I COULDN'T BE HAPPIER. Tomorrow I get to take my bandages off and take a shower, and I'm so excited. I still have boobs, but they seem .. perkier and higher and I can fit one almost in the palm of my hand - which was impossible before!
I'm still here for all your BBL/ComfortZone questions. xoxo, Beau
My breast reduction surgery was covered my the government as it was for health reasons, and was initially scheduled for May/June - I did not plan for these surgeries to be this close. My clinic had an opening though, and I really wanted to get this whole recovery-phase over and done with as soon as possible. I got tested for MRSA, and am happy to say I don't have it after my surgery with Dr. Manavbasi in Istanbul. Got a blood thinner when I woke from anesthesia to counter an increased risk of blood clots with two surgeries this close, and I was home for dinner the same day. I'm feeling sooo good compared to what I expected from this BR. It's frustrating being unable to use my arms (especially as I've gotten used to compensating with those after my BBL), but I know it's only temporary and it's a small price to pay.
I went back to sleeping on my back the day I had my BR, and at 5 weeks that feels fine. I support my lower back or my thighs with a pillow sometimes, but it doesn't feel like a 'need' at all. I'm SO happy with my results starting to take shape from Dr. Manavbasi, and my surgeon here said he did an excellent job too, which surely is comforting.
They removed almost 1kg/2lbs of boob with the anchor technique, and I COULDN'T BE HAPPIER. Tomorrow I get to take my bandages off and take a shower, and I'm so excited. I still have boobs, but they seem .. perkier and higher and I can fit one almost in the palm of my hand - which was impossible before!
I'm still here for all your BBL/ComfortZone questions. xoxo, Beau
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Jeeeze......what results...you're encouraging many of us to just go for it! Lovely!
UPDATED FROM BeauBordeaux
21 days post
New garments, and 3 week update!
Hi girls!
So, I am officially three weeks post-op! I'm healing great, almost all of my bruising is gone - just some left on one inner thigh, which I expect to be gone in a few days. I've started sitting some on my bum, still leaning forward to take most of the pressure of my thighs, but it feels good and I've come to a point where I almost forget when lying down. I still stand, lie on my tummy, or use the pillow for the most part though. Last two days I have had a bit of swelling in my feet, but I've elevated them and kept moving (though I can't walk/stand as much as usual right now, as I got a minor inflammation in my feet due to too much standing and walking these past weeks), and it's fine. Nothing dramatic, but just so that my shoes fit a little snug.
Talking garments, I am beyond thankful I found this shop where I got the different sizes before deciding - and that I ended up with two great fajas! I bought them through https://hold-inn.no/ but found both on Amazon for you to look up yourself. I ordered them Friday afternoon, and got them Monday. If you go to the top of my post and look at the two last pictures before this, one in black garment with white at the waist and one in the beige from same angle, you can see how much of a difference it makes when some swelling in my waist has gone down, I take my binder off, and this new garment boosts my tush!
So, these are the two I got:
https://www.amazon.com/Salome-0214-Fajas-Colombianas-Moldeadoras/dp/B012PP9H56?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Salome-Fajas-Reductoras-Strapless-Completas/dp/B00QAV70G0
MY CURRENT MEASUREMENTS:
100cm / 39.4in
69cm / 27.2in
114cm / 44.9in
And I am 178cm /5'10 tall
I tried some models in sizes XL, L and M, and these were my two favourite models. I went with size Medium for both of these models. Also tried one with less compression in S, but that was too big - despite my monster hip measurements right now, haha. As for the process of trying these on: GIVE IT TIME. I thought all these garments wouldn't fit once I'd pulled them up to my knees. That I'd ruin them. It's a slow process, you simply have to trust that the zippers won't break (and they won't), and move slowly. I probably spent fifteen minutes getting them on - it was a work-out! I would be so sad if I stopped at XL, which initially felt like a good fit, though, as M after a few days now has shown to give me the PERFECT amount of support and compression. So -do not give up-. And take your measurements beforehand and use the sizing guides provided when buying. I weighed almost 10kg/20lbs more than the chart (at hold-inn.no) showed for size M, and going just by my weight I should've been in XL or XXL, but my waist was a S/M, and as I'm tall (which accounts for some fat distribution/weight) it made M the perfect choice for me in the end. Depending on how much my waist/bum goes down, I might even be able to squeeze into a S in a few weeks - but these babies I'm wearing now are TIGHT so no rush on that!
Note: Unlike the garment I got at CZ, I have to take this one off to go to the restroom. That was a punch in the face after I'd gotten it on the first time and was confident I never would be able to do it again, haha, but I got used to it very quickly! As my body is feeling a lot better now 3 weeks post-op, I don't really mind - it's starting to normalize not CONSTANTLY having a garment on, which feels good. Second note: The first nights this new garment felt too tight to wear at night as I felt some numbness at my hips, and so I used my "old" garment at night-time. Now it feels fine though, and I sleep in the new.
My energy is coming back too, so I'll catch up on some work and practice during our eight day easter holiday! To summarize: I'm doing great, healing steadily, and very happy with both the individual faja models, and overall this brands quality. I'm getting more used to my body now, and I'm loving it. Still wouldn't mind if my butt came down a bit more, but I'm happy as is too! xoxo, Beau.
So, I am officially three weeks post-op! I'm healing great, almost all of my bruising is gone - just some left on one inner thigh, which I expect to be gone in a few days. I've started sitting some on my bum, still leaning forward to take most of the pressure of my thighs, but it feels good and I've come to a point where I almost forget when lying down. I still stand, lie on my tummy, or use the pillow for the most part though. Last two days I have had a bit of swelling in my feet, but I've elevated them and kept moving (though I can't walk/stand as much as usual right now, as I got a minor inflammation in my feet due to too much standing and walking these past weeks), and it's fine. Nothing dramatic, but just so that my shoes fit a little snug.
Talking garments, I am beyond thankful I found this shop where I got the different sizes before deciding - and that I ended up with two great fajas! I bought them through https://hold-inn.no/ but found both on Amazon for you to look up yourself. I ordered them Friday afternoon, and got them Monday. If you go to the top of my post and look at the two last pictures before this, one in black garment with white at the waist and one in the beige from same angle, you can see how much of a difference it makes when some swelling in my waist has gone down, I take my binder off, and this new garment boosts my tush!
So, these are the two I got:
https://www.amazon.com/Salome-0214-Fajas-Colombianas-Moldeadoras/dp/B012PP9H56?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Salome-Fajas-Reductoras-Strapless-Completas/dp/B00QAV70G0
MY CURRENT MEASUREMENTS:
100cm / 39.4in
69cm / 27.2in
114cm / 44.9in
And I am 178cm /5'10 tall
I tried some models in sizes XL, L and M, and these were my two favourite models. I went with size Medium for both of these models. Also tried one with less compression in S, but that was too big - despite my monster hip measurements right now, haha. As for the process of trying these on: GIVE IT TIME. I thought all these garments wouldn't fit once I'd pulled them up to my knees. That I'd ruin them. It's a slow process, you simply have to trust that the zippers won't break (and they won't), and move slowly. I probably spent fifteen minutes getting them on - it was a work-out! I would be so sad if I stopped at XL, which initially felt like a good fit, though, as M after a few days now has shown to give me the PERFECT amount of support and compression. So -do not give up-. And take your measurements beforehand and use the sizing guides provided when buying. I weighed almost 10kg/20lbs more than the chart (at hold-inn.no) showed for size M, and going just by my weight I should've been in XL or XXL, but my waist was a S/M, and as I'm tall (which accounts for some fat distribution/weight) it made M the perfect choice for me in the end. Depending on how much my waist/bum goes down, I might even be able to squeeze into a S in a few weeks - but these babies I'm wearing now are TIGHT so no rush on that!
Note: Unlike the garment I got at CZ, I have to take this one off to go to the restroom. That was a punch in the face after I'd gotten it on the first time and was confident I never would be able to do it again, haha, but I got used to it very quickly! As my body is feeling a lot better now 3 weeks post-op, I don't really mind - it's starting to normalize not CONSTANTLY having a garment on, which feels good. Second note: The first nights this new garment felt too tight to wear at night as I felt some numbness at my hips, and so I used my "old" garment at night-time. Now it feels fine though, and I sleep in the new.
My energy is coming back too, so I'll catch up on some work and practice during our eight day easter holiday! To summarize: I'm doing great, healing steadily, and very happy with both the individual faja models, and overall this brands quality. I'm getting more used to my body now, and I'm loving it. Still wouldn't mind if my butt came down a bit more, but I'm happy as is too! xoxo, Beau.
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Could you add pictures without the garment on once you are able to? I am planning on getting a surgery in a months time and love your results so far! Would love to show these pictures to the surgeon as inspiration haha :)
When are u planning to go?
Hopefully in May. I am waiting for them to come to me with available dates at the moment.
Hi are any girls going in April I’m traveling on the 23 I’m having a bbl n boobs I’m so nervous x
Whoops, my comment didn't post right. Here:
Of course, I'll try to add some! It feels a lot more "personal" to add ones without clothing, but I'll give it my best in the name of helpfulness and science, haha. :) You going with Dr. Ilker too?
Of course, I'll try to add some! It feels a lot more "personal" to add ones without clothing, but I'll give it my best in the name of helpfulness and science, haha. :) You going with Dr. Ilker too?
I completely understand. If you are not comfortable with it then of course don't post the pictures . I can use the ones you have posted previously too.
How many weeks post op are you now? Are the result still what you wanted?
I am booked in for 2nd of May but I actually don't know who I will be booked with. I still have to send them my flight details :)
How many weeks post op are you now? Are the result still what you wanted?
I am booked in for 2nd of May but I actually don't know who I will be booked with. I still have to send them my flight details :)
So excited, i am going on may too. 18th may. I will stay there for 10 days because of the flight price. And having a mommy makeover with bbl.
When u send flight details Engin will send u all the details for surgery.
I also wanted to ask how your incisions are healing so far? I want to get my arms and chin lipod and I'm worried about the healing process.
I also wanted to ask how your incisions are healing so far? I want to get my arms and chin lipod and I'm worried about the healing process.
I keep posting these comments in the wrong thread.... :)))
My incisions are healing great, I think. The ones on my back you can hardly see at all, the ones at my ... "front hips" are fading nicely, the ones under my butt cheeks I haven't thought about at all after week 2 or so, so I'm assuming they're good (lol, I'll check), the one right over my butt crack is just about smooth and faded already, and the ones right by my bikini line are the ones "left" to really heal up and fade. That's not an issue though, as I obviously wear panties in front of most people, haha. And it's just six weeks since my surgery, so plenty of time for them all to really blend in. I put surgical tape over the ones by my bikini line, and assume they will heal well with time. If I had any incisions on my thighs (which I assume I did), they've healed perfectly because I literally haven't thougth about it. But yes, like the ones everywhere else on my body are great! Can't imagine any of the other ones (other than my bikini ones) being visible in a few months.
My incisions are healing great, I think. The ones on my back you can hardly see at all, the ones at my ... "front hips" are fading nicely, the ones under my butt cheeks I haven't thought about at all after week 2 or so, so I'm assuming they're good (lol, I'll check), the one right over my butt crack is just about smooth and faded already, and the ones right by my bikini line are the ones "left" to really heal up and fade. That's not an issue though, as I obviously wear panties in front of most people, haha. And it's just six weeks since my surgery, so plenty of time for them all to really blend in. I put surgical tape over the ones by my bikini line, and assume they will heal well with time. If I had any incisions on my thighs (which I assume I did), they've healed perfectly because I literally haven't thougth about it. But yes, like the ones everywhere else on my body are great! Can't imagine any of the other ones (other than my bikini ones) being visible in a few months.
Have you slept on your tummy the whole time? I have gotten my surgerey now but dont sleep well at all, on the tummy!
Hi! How are you feeling?
I slept on my tummy, yes. But after a week or so I slept some on my sides too, while having a pillow both at my waist and under my thigh so it wasn't 100% pressure on my actual hip. Still more face-down than it was straight sideways though, to not risk turning over on my back during the night! Hope your healing is going well and that you're happy! <3
I slept on my tummy, yes. But after a week or so I slept some on my sides too, while having a pillow both at my waist and under my thigh so it wasn't 100% pressure on my actual hip. Still more face-down than it was straight sideways though, to not risk turning over on my back during the night! Hope your healing is going well and that you're happy! <3
Hi! How are you now?:)
Now I am 11 days post surgery and the first 7 days I was pretty much just trying to heal and get my strenght back (felt ill and weak every day) but after one week I feel pretty much normal again.
Bootey looks nice and i have moved on to a lighter compression garments.
Not sleeping well at all and was not really prepared on How much on not sitting and no social life would affect me. Since I have not telled my friends about this but are getting unsure if I can keep it a secret in at least 3-4 weeks more! How do you cope with this? Also I been called to a job interview and feel so nervous about bringing my pillow!
Now I am 11 days post surgery and the first 7 days I was pretty much just trying to heal and get my strenght back (felt ill and weak every day) but after one week I feel pretty much normal again.
Bootey looks nice and i have moved on to a lighter compression garments.
Not sleeping well at all and was not really prepared on How much on not sitting and no social life would affect me. Since I have not telled my friends about this but are getting unsure if I can keep it a secret in at least 3-4 weeks more! How do you cope with this? Also I been called to a job interview and feel so nervous about bringing my pillow!
I just had a breast reduction on Friday (covered by "the government" as it's for health reasons and not just cosmetic), so right now that's my main focus - to heal well and have a speedy recovery there too. :) Aw, I didn't have a problem with that - I took maybe a week "off" social life once I got back, and I was honestly swamped with work and didn't have all that much extra energy from it, so it wasn't much of a lie. Sometimes I would "sit on my foot" to elevate my butt some, when I needed to act somewhat normal those first few weeks? Like place your foot, your heel, between your buttocks basically - so it isn't full pressure on your bum. Other foot on the ground as normal, or if in a sofa with friends you can just adjust with pillows etc. Not sure if it helps you, but that was a little "trick" for me in informal settings like social ones! As for the job interview, I doubt it will last for that long? Just put your chair a little back, so you can sit on the "front" of it, or perhaps leaning a little forward, so you get the most of the pressure on your thighs. Re-adjust your position every now and then, and you'll be fine!
I actually changed to a higher-compression garment when I could, to really squeeze the swelling out and really shape my body. Slept on my sides (with pillows under my waist and my thighs so my butt/hips got SOME relief), but mostly on my tummy still. Now with the BR, I'm sleeping on my back, with a small pillow just for comfort under my tailbone or my thighs. :)
I actually changed to a higher-compression garment when I could, to really squeeze the swelling out and really shape my body. Slept on my sides (with pillows under my waist and my thighs so my butt/hips got SOME relief), but mostly on my tummy still. Now with the BR, I'm sleeping on my back, with a small pillow just for comfort under my tailbone or my thighs. :)
Hi:) Hope that you are recovering well from the BR operation
My whole post disapeard:(
Aw, what whole post?
I'm healing SO WELL! Already a week post-op, and I'm loving it. Exciting for the time where I can let this surgical bra go and not be so "aware" of my body at all times (which I have to be now, as I can't do certain things and have some discomfort). How are you, girl?
I'm healing SO WELL! Already a week post-op, and I'm loving it. Exciting for the time where I can let this surgical bra go and not be so "aware" of my body at all times (which I have to be now, as I can't do certain things and have some discomfort). How are you, girl?
Of course, I'll try to add some! It feels a lot more "personal" to add ones without clothing, but I'll give it my best in the name of helpfulness and science, haha. :) You going with Dr. Ilker too?
I completely understand. If you are not comfortable with it then of course don't post the pictures . I can use the ones you have posted previously too.
How many weeks post op are you now? Are the result still what you wanted?
I am booked in for 2nd of May but I actually don't know who I will be booked with. I still have to send them my flight details :)
How many weeks post op are you now? Are the result still what you wanted?
I am booked in for 2nd of May but I actually don't know who I will be booked with. I still have to send them my flight details :)
Can you please post pics without garments ?
UPDATED FROM BeauBordeaux
18 days post
New garment
That waist!
I think I have decided on two new garments now, one for right now and one for when the swelling has gone down just a tad more, and _whoah_ what a difference it makes. Also what hell it was trying them on and wearing it the first hours, haha. I'll write more in detail about style, brand, sizes, and experience tomorrow! Maybe add some better pictures too.
Hope all of you are doing great, wherever in the process you are. Much love, Beau.
I think I have decided on two new garments now, one for right now and one for when the swelling has gone down just a tad more, and _whoah_ what a difference it makes. Also what hell it was trying them on and wearing it the first hours, haha. I'll write more in detail about style, brand, sizes, and experience tomorrow! Maybe add some better pictures too.
Hope all of you are doing great, wherever in the process you are. Much love, Beau.
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Wow nice!
Can ask you, did you bring the payment in cash to CZ? I would prefer to transfer money but they want it in cash. Did you bring the money with you from Norway?
Can ask you, did you bring the payment in cash to CZ? I would prefer to transfer money but they want it in cash. Did you bring the money with you from Norway?
Yes! Great question. I brought the cash in GBP (Great British Pound), 3000£. I got it out at Posten, as the limit for ATMs in foreign currency is lower than this.
IMPORANT: If you take more than 25.000 NOK worth in cash out of Norway, you need to declare it with customs. Go here and fill out a form https://www.toll.no/no/verktoy/skjema/deklarering-av-betalingsmidler/ , and just hand it in to the customs office at your airport. (I know they have this at Flesland and Gardermoen, at least). It doesn't cost you anything, but if you get "caught" without having the document stamped, they will give you a "straffegebyr" on 20%! of the total sum. Which is like 7000 NOK! So, please be safe and fill this out before you go, and you don't risk anything. <3
IMPORANT: If you take more than 25.000 NOK worth in cash out of Norway, you need to declare it with customs. Go here and fill out a form https://www.toll.no/no/verktoy/skjema/deklarering-av-betalingsmidler/ , and just hand it in to the customs office at your airport. (I know they have this at Flesland and Gardermoen, at least). It doesn't cost you anything, but if you get "caught" without having the document stamped, they will give you a "straffegebyr" on 20%! of the total sum. Which is like 7000 NOK! So, please be safe and fill this out before you go, and you don't risk anything. <3
I talked to some one that they could give u a bank account to pay to befor u go. I've not heard from Engin yet about that. But someone els did it. So i vill try and ask again. I not u should do as she write about the mony transfer. Over 25.000 nok. U should apply.
If u are from Norway i think u can ask Engin about the bank account, and if there is possible to transfer it before your travel. I think its 5 days before u travel!
Where did you purchase this from hun ?? xx
Bought mine from https://hold-inn.no, but will find the brand and models I decided to go with after trying on 6 different ones - sure you can find them on Amazon too! I'll find the brand, models, and write a little about sizing in an update soon. They're all excellent quality!
Hey hun ca you advise what greens to purchase and weather or not it’s a good idea to bring a waist trainer Velcro with me? Would be great if I could cut to you and get some advise for mine in a weeks time. X
How are your incisions looking from the BBL? Are you still using a pillow to sit down ?
Thanks
Still super happy with my results, and just excited to soon be able to exercise properly again (now it's the BR that keeps me from it, if I didn't have that I think I would be ready for the gym right about now.) :)
Sorry I have so many questions haha