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One Month Post OP/ Waist Cinching

Hey ladies, I can't believe I'm posting my one month update!! So far, everything has been going great. I do not feel any pain walking, no limping, and I have been going to the gym using the treadmill for brisk walking on an incline for an hour each day. Another two weeks and I should be getting back into my regular workout routine. Unfortunately, I do not have a full length mirror at the moment to post progress pics, I've been on the hunt for one in my spare time. The only regret I have when it comes to this procedure is that I wish I wouldve asked to have my arms lipo'd and my back lipo'd some more. I feel like they look bigger now that my waist is smaller. Also, I wish I had answered "both" when Dr Ortega asked me if I was more interested in size or shape. I (selfishly) answered size but couldve used a bit more shape at the bottom of my buttocks since they are naturally squarish. I am not worried though, I have definitely decided on a round two next year so those minor problems would be resolved!
Today, I tried on a waist training corset that i bought a few years back when I was waist training. It tightens up all the way so I would need to be getting a new one in a smaller size, but until that one arrives I'll stick to this one. I wasn't planning on beginning to waist train but I figured a cinched waist will only add to the beauty of my new curvy lower body, so why not!

Anyways, that's all I have for you ladies right now, feel free to ask me any questions. Doing this has been one of the best decisions of my life :)

8 Days Post/Already Planning Round 2

Hello everyone, I am 8 days post op, turning heads/ getting compliments every time i step outside! Its definitely a bit of an "ego booster", even though I'm walking real slow with a bit of a limp. I will be going back to work next Friday, and am honestly a bit worried. At both of my jobs, I have to walk around and stand for the entire duration. One is not too bad, but the other is a waitressing job that i have to be quick on my feet for. I am hoping by Friday I'll be walking a bit better, if not I may need to take some more time off from that job :/
Every day so far, I have seen my waist shrink but not so much my booty! (Thank God!) Before i had my procedure, I was already thinking about round two, knowing what type of results i am ultimately looking for. I already have a deposit down for a rhinoplasty in March, so I think I will hold off on round 2 of my BBL until later in the year, probably close to my one year anniversary with this round!
I am very happy that I have the support I need with my family on my transformation, and I feel so proud of myself knowing I work hard to meet my goals.
Stay lovely, ladies!

First Shower

I am 4 days post op and i took my first shower just now (i've been too nervous to do it yesterday or the day before!) and so far, I am pleased. There is not bruising at all and my butt size and shape is very lovely. Curvier and rounder! My mother helped me wash my garment and I am laying down waiting for it to air dry. Hopefully its alright to have it off for about an hr or two. Cant wait to continue healing and seeing the bruising and swelling disappear and ultimately seeing the final result. I hope my butt doesnt shrink too much, I like it this size!!!

Provider Review

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
51 SW 42nd Ave., Miami, Florida