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Post op day 23!! Brutal honesty..

UPDATED FROM WannabemzRoundRump
25 days post

Getting it in..

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Well I have finally hit my three week mark and I can see improvement but I'm going to hold my breath until my three month mark. The main thing is to be patient.
I would like to be honest this compression garment is no joke, it has swelled up my vaginal lips and cuts into the crack of my bum bum.
I've been driving on a yoga mat and a pillow behind me so I don't smash my Bum bum I plan on sitting at about 2 1/2 months! Upon research I have read that your BBL will not change shape after three months at that time hopefully it's full but right now it's still fluffing out.
I would like to hear from some veterans that have had a BBL longer than a year I want to know what your experiences are and if you're fat cells have survived!!

Dolls you don't read about the honesty after your surgery and I want to be as honest as possible when writing my post because this recovery is very very painful. You must be cautious when reaching because of the lipo areas and ensuring you're not sitting down.

I do still take my bromelain my iron pills and vitamin C to ensure my swelling goes away and there's no fluid. my massages have been hurting like heck on my Lipo areas! I haven't had much itching like I've heard but I drink water and Gatorade.
The price we pay for beauty..

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December 14, 2014
aww sis!!! i love to hear the honesty because alot of people dont really go into detail they just say it hurt, which we all have to expect anyway. I hope your swelling subsides soon because im sure its no damn joke!!! Im praying for you a speedy recovery and happy fluffing!!!
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December 15, 2014
Yes yes ElleRenee, they say it hurts but your right I'm telling my honest truth!! I want dolls to know what can be expected.. Thank you sweetie for your support.
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December 15, 2014
I love it though. it gets me mentally prepared on what to expect!! no problem doll, praying for your speedy recovery!!
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December 15, 2014
Looking good so far! I love the honesty. Can you tell me what info you put in the initial quote email for your doctor? I'm trying to get mine together and have no idea what to include
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December 18, 2014
Hi bootyonabillion! Be very honest in what your seeking and your health, weight,etc. include photos, health questions and also options of what PS procedures your interested in. I hope this helps. If you have any other questions let me know.. Good luck doll.
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December 21, 2014
Looking good doll!
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December 23, 2014
Thank you.
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January 12, 2015
Hey baby girl! Where are you? Are you ok? Healing nicely?
UPDATED FROM WannabemzRoundRump
15 days post

14 days PO..

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So it's been two weeks since my procedure and it's been getting better. Although my body is tight I'm seeing very minor improvements. I don't sit on my bottom at all and I'm getting massaged twice a week by a male friend and twice by a professional. I'm seeing the swelling in my stomach and back but I know it'll go away.
Today I started wearing my waist clincher and boy is that a challenge next week it's the gym for light walking only. Don't want to overdo it but want to stay active to get my bod looking right.
I didn't invest all this money for nothing. Here are some pics from today and the first day of the procedure.

Enjoy dolls!!

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December 5, 2014
How's the stomach doll. Is it flattening out? You look great cant wait to see ur final results.
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December 9, 2014
Hello Simplyme416, my stomach isn't flattening out it's just jiggling but I know I still have fluid so no big deal. Thank you I'll posts pics soon.
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December 5, 2014
Good morning sis, I am 3 days post op and I find this uncomfortable but it's more mental for me. I'm not used to needing help but you just can't do this alone . Ie I dropped my pillow and there it had to lay. My bestie had to go home yesterday so I'm in a hotel alone. Thanks for the pictures I've yet to update but please tell me that you are still wearing your garment and only waist training in addition to... Too much discomfort to do anything counter productive . Keep the garment, foam sheets and ab board consistent. Stay strong ( I'm telling myself that too in between an occasional tear of frustration !)
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December 5, 2014
Congrats Atuneup on your surgery. Take comfort in that a few more days you will feel so much better than you did on Day 1. That's the only way I think i will get through it. That and the fact that I have an RS buddy rooming with me at the RH. We can cry and laugh together :-). Don't try to be a superwoman, take the pain pills if you need them. Drink your fluids and eat your pineapple and other fruits. Important to stay hydrated! Try to get some walking cause the sleeping on the stomach is a killer, I've been trying to train myself and it's hard without the pain! Keeping you in my prayers for a healthy recovery and for that pain in the ass (wink), to disappear.
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December 5, 2014
I completely understand because I'm use to being so darn independent that I don't want to sit still and let someone help but I hired a nurse and told myself over and over again that I need help. I'm glad I did because it helped with my mental state. Atuneup if you need to talk or vent inbox me, we can get thru it together, you are not alone!!
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December 7, 2014
Thank you Tigerlilly50! Know you made me smile!
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December 5, 2014
Hang in there girlie. Just focus on getting better and set your mind to falling in love with your new body. Don't look at it from the perspective of what you don't think you achieved....we all have those wish pics but they are not realistic, what you want is to have the best body you can have and take care of it. God Bless us but we are our harshest critics (i know i am guilty). Our journey doesn't end on the day of surgery, it progresses as we continue to take care of ourselves and work on improving what we are not satisfied with. Some gals will say we should love our bodies just as is, I say anything we do to our bodies to make it better is a demonstration of Love! We define how we are going to love and care for our bodies. Own it and push on Lovely!
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December 5, 2014
Tigerlily50 you say it so eloquately that's what I'm learning to embrace. I know my body isn't perfect but I'm working at it one day at a time to get it where I love it, for me and not anyone else. Thank you again for your encouraging wisdom.
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December 5, 2014
My stomach is hard as a rock but I'm continuing to use my foam,board and clincher. It's going to take some time to see any changes because I'm still getting massages and it's not loosening up as of yet. My PS said the main key to recovery is patience and I'm going to take heed to that. Thanks doll and I'll keep posting my changes.
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December 6, 2014
Hey babes its me your cheerleader. I haven't been able to post, reply to anyone or reach out to you....something about me using an I pad I'm at work now. I have been reading about your journey and I'm soooo proud of you. I love your honesty and straight forwardness even the gross stuff LMBO. I see some changes and you are still swollen. Are you drinking enough fluids? Are you eating pineapples to help with healing? what are you doing?
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December 9, 2014
Hey there you are, Sureucan, I was wondering if you were still on here.. I'm doing better day by day. I've been taking my pills to help reduce swelling. I have a lot of stiffness but I know it's temporary. I have been driving and walking to make sure my body get to burn calories. This week I've started heating up my stomachs because of the lumps I want to get rid of them. I try to drink plenty of water and Gatorade still. It's a long journey but I'm being patience.. Glad you back.. I missed my cheerleader.. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.
UPDATED FROM WannabemzRoundRump
11 days post

My experience

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10 days PO.. No joke here..
30 Nov 2014 10 days post
Today is the 10th day of my post op for my BBL. Girls this is no joke if anyone tells you the first two weeks are pain-free they are telling you a lie! Now I'm a strong person and I can handle pain but now I'm having so much pain in my lower back it's crazy ( I've been stretching to help me) and my butt is as hard as a rock but I'm still able to get around I just have my days where I'm weak and that's the challenge. I sometimes have low energy to get up and clean the house or to get up and fold clothes, I have yet to unpack from my Florida surgery trip. Sad..
I'm glad that I finally am getting energy but still l in pain. while I've driven my car for the first time I'm still drinking my fluids and walking slow. It's really hard to sleep at night because my back is stiff. I have to get used to the yoga roll but the pain is excruciating girls. Patience is the key because the pain will subside I am not taking any pain meds and I'm trying to do this as naturally as possible. I do take iron and vitamins and drink prune juice for my bowel movements.
I'm being very honest I do apologize if some of you dolls can't take it but this is my post-op experience everyone has a different experience but this is mine and I'm being as honest as possible.
On the good side of my butt is fluffing out and I'm starting to like the results I haven't tried on clothes and I haven't put on any nighties or anything sexy because I don't feel sexy but as my days progress I well and post pictures.
Good luck dolls if you have any questions I'll keep posting updates

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November 30, 2014
Hang on there luv! Lol u are experiencing the swelling going dwn very nicely bcz the fluffing comes in at your fourth or fifth month! Four more days start your waist training to get that snatched waist!!! U got this!
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December 2, 2014
Thank you SexeeAngel for the heads up. I was wondering because it's big at the top and high..time to get it tight.
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December 1, 2014
Its a long journey, Im glad you found a way to drive i haven't yet. My back is stiff as a board and i hate it, we can do it. Day by Day.
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December 2, 2014
Exactly doll day by day!!
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December 1, 2014
Hang in there lady. I wish you all the best. It has to get better soon.
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December 2, 2014
Yes yes LaRee28 it will get better.. Thanks doll
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December 4, 2014
How did you navigate the driving thing?
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December 5, 2014
Hi doll, I used my heavy duty yoga mat rolled up tight placed under my thighs, I put my seat close to the pedal, sat my seat straight up so I wasn't sitting my investment and drove. I have a roomy truck so it is ultra comfy.
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December 5, 2014
Thanks. Gonna practice that tomorrow. LOL