Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

9 weeks PO. CG free for 3 weeks. I'm in love with my new body! - Lafayette, LA

UPDATED FROM allinalida
3 months post

Not much time lately to keep up with RS. Which...

User Avatar
allinalida
WORTH IT$13,334
Not much time lately to keep up with RS. Which makes me sad! But here are a few things...
I haven't been picture sharing happy because I lost A LOT of muscle tone in just 6 short weeks! Thankfully my Positive Patty never dwelled on it, and with my very supportive family and friends always telling me how small and great I look I just let it go (the sad thoughts) my DH has been nothing short of an amazing supporter! Always telling me "you will get it back, it will just take time". We have grown immensely during this process and I'm so thankful for that. My boobies are fluffing nicely and finally loosing that hard feeling. With that being said, I often forget I have implants (until I look in the mirror naked;)) they are so natural and the size is perfect. I'm in love!!!!! I've been jogging for 4 weeks now and finally getting into the grove. Exercise has been so challenging. I tried to do push ups last night, not a chance! Then tried to plank...maybe 5 seconds. My body is not ready. And I'm okay with that. The time will come! Here are a couple pictures I took this morning. Continuing to heal and enjoy my flat belly and "nice rack" as my hubby calls it! Thanks to you all for sharing your stories! Happy healing to you all!

allinalida's provider

Stephen J. Delatte, MD

Stephen J. Delatte, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

5.0 | 16 Reviews
PROFILE
allinalida

allinalida rating for Dr. Delatte:

Overall rating
Doctor's bedside manner
Answered my questions
After care follow-up
Time spent with me
Phone or email responsiveness
Staff professionalism & courtesy
Payment process
Wait times

Replies (2)

April 4, 2013
Wow, you look awesome!!! I think you look great and like you hve an awesome shape. Any muscle lost will come back. It'll all be back fast too I bet! You look soooo good!! I can't believe you were shy of the camera looking like that!
User Avatar
April 4, 2013
Ann--you are too kind my girl! If we lived closer I'd take you to lunch ;). I've never been uber confident I'm the picture taking department. I'm getting better and better though. Thanks again for your kind words!
User Avatar
April 5, 2013
You look great! Congratulations. Are you still swelling?
User Avatar
April 5, 2013
Yes I am, but it's very minimal. (3 lbs on scale :()Doesn't effect my wearing of clothes. I have no pains. But I'm also taking it all in stride. Not pushing hard work outs yet. I'm jogging and getting my lungs back up and running. I find the surgery/anesthesia did a number on them. But not wearing or being bothered by CG outweighs the swelling I deal with.
User Avatar
April 5, 2013
I completely understand. So tired of this binder that I could scream!!!
UPDATED FROM allinalida
2 months post

This morning is pure zen. Long story short, my DH...

User Avatar
allinalida
This morning is pure zen. Long story short, my DH and 9 year old daughter have recently got on board to healthy living. (Neither are nasty, sloppy fat) they just both love the wrong foods and our daughter has little to no desire to do anything that involves sweating or over exerting ones self. I've been wanting to get them both healthier without giving them complexes...and about 2 weeks ago they jumped on board! My DH has lost 14 pounds!!! (His goal is 30) and our daughter is 4 pounds down! (She could afford to lose 20). We have been eating healthy meals and snacks and they have been walking/jogging with me 2-3 miles 3-4 times a week. You have no clue how happy this makes my heart. This morning I sat on my couch, coffee in hand and gave thanks and praise for this life. Then I looked down and seen my no pooch belly and I smiled... Thank you Jesus for allowing me to have this surgery that removed something that made me cry many many times. Happy Friday Y'all!

Replies (3)

User Avatar
March 22, 2013
Very touching. I needed that this morning. I am blessed as well!
User Avatar
March 22, 2013
:)
March 22, 2013
Love this update!!! Love healthy families! :)
User Avatar
March 22, 2013
:)
March 22, 2013
Wow! How do you so that?? My dh is looking to lose at least 12kg(27lbs?) but he just eats so much. Everytime I remind him of the sheer quantity he is eating, he gets upset. It's become a taboo now. I'm not bothered by the way he looks at all. But he is and it pains me to see him bothered. And it pains me to think that carrying around that extra weight may cause him to be more susceptible to chronic illnesses down the road. It's crazy how we can talk and discuss everything openly except his eating habits.
User Avatar
March 22, 2013
Ling-- TBH, I realized a while back that (whoever it may be, DH, child, coworker, mom, friend, stranger) the person has to want and desire to change their lifestyle in order for healthy to work for them. Because at the end of the day, that's what it is...a lifestyle change. I am an extremely strong willed/motivated individual. I cook big hearty meals for my family 4-5 days a week, but I just eat very small portions and no carbs at supper. And I am totally okay with that, because I am doing this for ME! and I love my family and I want them to be content so I am cooking supper for THEM. Well a few weeks ago my husband had to go to the doctor because of poor health (he's 32) and that day he decided that he had to do something...I am just providing him with the tools and support to aid him in his decision for a healthier lifestyle, but ultimately the choice is his. But once he got on board, he feels better so much better and that is what is keeping him committed.
UPDATED FROM allinalida
2 months post

Having an amazing weekend with my DH!!! But I just...

User Avatar
allinalida
Having an amazing weekend with my DH!!! But I just had to share this with y'all. Life without a CG is rocking!!!! I've been without it since Thursday night and it's all good! I've included a picture that I took after about 36 hours without. Which included a full workday and traveling. :) Happy Sunday folks!

Replies (2)

March 17, 2013
You look FABULOUS!!!!
March 17, 2013
W.O.W!