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So a little history about me. I'm 36, I have 1 kid...
So a little history about me. I'm 36, I have 1 kid and I'm getting married in March 2018. I work out regularly and am a vegetarian, so eat pretty healthy. I took myself off Wellbutrin and BAM gained 10 pounds that absolutely refuses to go away. I cut my drinking down by 2/3s (truth be told, I love my expensive beer), got a meal plan from a licensed dietitian, did Advocare, did a juice cleanse, did PiYo and P90x with Shawn T. NOTHING would get this 10 pounds off. My honeymoon is at an island off Cancun, I'll be dammed if I feel self conscious in a bathing suit the whole time. No way. So I started researching options for help.
After weeks of intensive research I did it. I did one consultation at a fancy plastic surgeon's office in Fairhope, AL. They wanted $4,000 for abdomen, $4500 for abdomen and flanks. They claimed I needed 2 of the MAX treatment across my lower abs which count as 2 treatments. First off the office looks like a Colombian drug lord lives there, very tall ceiling and that Spanish orange with fountains and such. EVERY PERSON that worked there looked straight out of a magazine wearing spike heels. It was intimidating. The person I had a consultation with was probably less than a size zero so having her poke at my fat was just awkward and uncomfortable.
Well my second consultation was WAY better. Everyone was super friendly and realistic. The office was still fabulous but with soft couches instead of place one's hard leather chairs.
The consultation lady Sonya was amazing. I can't speak highly enough about her. ACTUALLY she dealt with me via emails (lots) and 2 phone calls before the consultation. She was not pushy, she answered ALL my questions. She even had the treatment herself 3 weeks prior, so was very honest with me when saying how everything said it's pain-free but she "felt donkey kicked". Lol! At 3 weeks, the results begin to show so she was enthusiastic about her experience. She couldn't understand why the first place wanted 2 MAX treatments, holding the MAX measuring tool to my belly confused as 2 MAX measuring things would not fit on me. This made me happy, proving they were not out to screw me. I did the treatment right there and then. Over 2 hours, 2 lower ab applications and 2 'flank' (love handles).
The staff was awesome. I loved all 3 women that helped me. They were all very realistic and I felt in good hands.
The procedure. First they map out where to put the suction thingy with sharpies. They sit you in this dentist like chair. There's this weird paper made of gel they put on you and then the machine is applied. The machine literally sucks up your gut. It's super weird at first. Then they situate the machine as the part on you is pretty heavy. They did this with a Boppy (those breastfeeding pillows) and towels to make sure it wouldn't slide off, but really it had such a grip on me I can't see how that would be possible. When the machine is secure they turn it on. 35 minutes each treatment area. the middle of my belly was overlapped so the middle got double treated which is rad.
So while your fat is sucked up it feels like the pins and needles of your foot being asleep after you sat on the toilet too long. (Don't act surprised, we've all been there). It's not cold initially, I didn't think, but all doctor offices crank the AC so they gave me a blanket. I'm a freeze baby. You chill for 35 minutes. There's a call button in case you need the staff. At 2 minutes the machine automatically calls the lady in. They unsuck ya, get a new gel paper and start the new area. Really wasn't that big of a deal.
AFTER everything was still cold to the touch and numb. I asked my array of weird questions like what's it going to feel like to shower and if I can workout and such. Truth be told, Sheree was right, I completely felt donkey kicked. Not so much like I was bent over crying in pain, I just wanted everything, the seat belt, my clothes, the wind, to leave my belly ALONE. The FLANKS weren't that sensitive.
That was yesterday. I've been wearing loose dresses since. Sleeping sucked because rolling on my side (if you're reading this you can relate) globs my belly into a weird gravity induced side blob. That didn't fly on night 1. The day after (today) I've managed to run around all day. My little girl is turning 9 and her friend is leaving town for 6 weeks so smart me decided to move the party to tomorrow. I mowed the grass, moved the kids 4 wheeler (and played around with it some to torture the dog), did shopping necessities and weed wacked. I consider myself to be a tough chick. But my belly definitely hurts. And I'm PRAYING tomorrow it'll be better as I'll probably receive a few waist hugs from kids, who I cannot punch if they hurt me. I'm running out of loose dresses and am expected to swim with said kids tomorrow so Lord help me. Haha I'll get though it though.
SO. To sum it up, there's weren't a lot of reviews in my area. I will keep ya'll posted and hopefully my story will help you, like this site helped me. I spent hours, too many to admit, reading reviews, looking at photos, emailing. I completely recommend the place, and hopefully in time the procedure too!! Fingers crossed and good luck to ya'll making your goals happen!
KJ
After weeks of intensive research I did it. I did one consultation at a fancy plastic surgeon's office in Fairhope, AL. They wanted $4,000 for abdomen, $4500 for abdomen and flanks. They claimed I needed 2 of the MAX treatment across my lower abs which count as 2 treatments. First off the office looks like a Colombian drug lord lives there, very tall ceiling and that Spanish orange with fountains and such. EVERY PERSON that worked there looked straight out of a magazine wearing spike heels. It was intimidating. The person I had a consultation with was probably less than a size zero so having her poke at my fat was just awkward and uncomfortable.
Well my second consultation was WAY better. Everyone was super friendly and realistic. The office was still fabulous but with soft couches instead of place one's hard leather chairs.
The consultation lady Sonya was amazing. I can't speak highly enough about her. ACTUALLY she dealt with me via emails (lots) and 2 phone calls before the consultation. She was not pushy, she answered ALL my questions. She even had the treatment herself 3 weeks prior, so was very honest with me when saying how everything said it's pain-free but she "felt donkey kicked". Lol! At 3 weeks, the results begin to show so she was enthusiastic about her experience. She couldn't understand why the first place wanted 2 MAX treatments, holding the MAX measuring tool to my belly confused as 2 MAX measuring things would not fit on me. This made me happy, proving they were not out to screw me. I did the treatment right there and then. Over 2 hours, 2 lower ab applications and 2 'flank' (love handles).
The staff was awesome. I loved all 3 women that helped me. They were all very realistic and I felt in good hands.
The procedure. First they map out where to put the suction thingy with sharpies. They sit you in this dentist like chair. There's this weird paper made of gel they put on you and then the machine is applied. The machine literally sucks up your gut. It's super weird at first. Then they situate the machine as the part on you is pretty heavy. They did this with a Boppy (those breastfeeding pillows) and towels to make sure it wouldn't slide off, but really it had such a grip on me I can't see how that would be possible. When the machine is secure they turn it on. 35 minutes each treatment area. the middle of my belly was overlapped so the middle got double treated which is rad.
So while your fat is sucked up it feels like the pins and needles of your foot being asleep after you sat on the toilet too long. (Don't act surprised, we've all been there). It's not cold initially, I didn't think, but all doctor offices crank the AC so they gave me a blanket. I'm a freeze baby. You chill for 35 minutes. There's a call button in case you need the staff. At 2 minutes the machine automatically calls the lady in. They unsuck ya, get a new gel paper and start the new area. Really wasn't that big of a deal.
AFTER everything was still cold to the touch and numb. I asked my array of weird questions like what's it going to feel like to shower and if I can workout and such. Truth be told, Sheree was right, I completely felt donkey kicked. Not so much like I was bent over crying in pain, I just wanted everything, the seat belt, my clothes, the wind, to leave my belly ALONE. The FLANKS weren't that sensitive.
That was yesterday. I've been wearing loose dresses since. Sleeping sucked because rolling on my side (if you're reading this you can relate) globs my belly into a weird gravity induced side blob. That didn't fly on night 1. The day after (today) I've managed to run around all day. My little girl is turning 9 and her friend is leaving town for 6 weeks so smart me decided to move the party to tomorrow. I mowed the grass, moved the kids 4 wheeler (and played around with it some to torture the dog), did shopping necessities and weed wacked. I consider myself to be a tough chick. But my belly definitely hurts. And I'm PRAYING tomorrow it'll be better as I'll probably receive a few waist hugs from kids, who I cannot punch if they hurt me. I'm running out of loose dresses and am expected to swim with said kids tomorrow so Lord help me. Haha I'll get though it though.
SO. To sum it up, there's weren't a lot of reviews in my area. I will keep ya'll posted and hopefully my story will help you, like this site helped me. I spent hours, too many to admit, reading reviews, looking at photos, emailing. I completely recommend the place, and hopefully in time the procedure too!! Fingers crossed and good luck to ya'll making your goals happen!
KJ
One Month check up and WOW!!!!!
So I went to the one month check up. After about 3 weeks of pain in my belly, I was sort of burnt out on thinking about CoolSculpting. Then it happened. The side by side photos and BLISS!!!! This is only one month!! It's anticipated to get even better!!! HAPPY DAY!!!!
(If ya'll can't see them clean, please feel free to tell me they suck and i'll separate them by photos.)
Totally worth it now. My adviser lady says I probably won't need a second round. SUPER HAPPY! Going to buy a new bikini right now!!
(If ya'll can't see them clean, please feel free to tell me they suck and i'll separate them by photos.)
Totally worth it now. My adviser lady says I probably won't need a second round. SUPER HAPPY! Going to buy a new bikini right now!!
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The Martin Center
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