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23 Years Old, and Looking to Improve My Body After Weight Loss. Nebo, NC
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Hello all! I've been stalking this website for the...
ayfie145September 8, 2015
$3,200
Hello all! I've been stalking this website for the past few months and I figured I'd document my journey here.
About Me: I am 23 years, and I am in a job where maintaining my weight is very important. In fact, I am 5'4 and used to weigh about 225+ pounds (that was the number I remember seeing back in 2009 when I "officially" started my weight loss journey.) and I had to lose about 60 lbs for my job. I am now between 165-170 lbs, but ideally, I would like to be about 155 by the time of my surgery.
I never thought about getting liposuction done before, and I always thought it was an "easy" fix for lazy people. However, due to recent events where I almost lost my job because my waist was "too big" made me reevaluate things. It sounds ridiculous, but physical fitness and appearance is a big part of my job. So because of this, I've decided to get liposuction done on my upper and lower abdomen, flanks, upper back and buffalo hump. Sure, loose skin is a concern of mine, although it's pretty minor. My body (aside from my arms) has done a decent job at snapping back into place, so I'm interested to see my body post-lipo.
For the Fat Transfer: Even when I weighed more, my breasts have always been small, and I've always been self-conscious about it. I mean, I'm by no means skinny now, but aren't bigger girls supposed to have bigger boobs? I barely fill out a B cup, and that's if it's a padded bra. But my husband loves them anyway, and when I saw that it's actually possible to take fat from one place and put it somewhere else, I was very intrigued. I figure, if I'm getting lipo, I might as well get new boobies out of it too!
I've decided to go with the Complete Laser Clinic in Nebo, NC, mostly because they are ridiculously well-priced. I understand that there are a few bad reviews about them floating around on the interwebs, but for the most people, people on realself seem to be very pleased with Dr. Hamel's work.
I will post "before" pictures soon. My surgery is scheduled for November 14, so I'm pretty excited. It's still a bit far away, but I have some important stuff to take care of before then so it's alright. :)
About Me: I am 23 years, and I am in a job where maintaining my weight is very important. In fact, I am 5'4 and used to weigh about 225+ pounds (that was the number I remember seeing back in 2009 when I "officially" started my weight loss journey.) and I had to lose about 60 lbs for my job. I am now between 165-170 lbs, but ideally, I would like to be about 155 by the time of my surgery.
I never thought about getting liposuction done before, and I always thought it was an "easy" fix for lazy people. However, due to recent events where I almost lost my job because my waist was "too big" made me reevaluate things. It sounds ridiculous, but physical fitness and appearance is a big part of my job. So because of this, I've decided to get liposuction done on my upper and lower abdomen, flanks, upper back and buffalo hump. Sure, loose skin is a concern of mine, although it's pretty minor. My body (aside from my arms) has done a decent job at snapping back into place, so I'm interested to see my body post-lipo.
For the Fat Transfer: Even when I weighed more, my breasts have always been small, and I've always been self-conscious about it. I mean, I'm by no means skinny now, but aren't bigger girls supposed to have bigger boobs? I barely fill out a B cup, and that's if it's a padded bra. But my husband loves them anyway, and when I saw that it's actually possible to take fat from one place and put it somewhere else, I was very intrigued. I figure, if I'm getting lipo, I might as well get new boobies out of it too!
I've decided to go with the Complete Laser Clinic in Nebo, NC, mostly because they are ridiculously well-priced. I understand that there are a few bad reviews about them floating around on the interwebs, but for the most people, people on realself seem to be very pleased with Dr. Hamel's work.
I will post "before" pictures soon. My surgery is scheduled for November 14, so I'm pretty excited. It's still a bit far away, but I have some important stuff to take care of before then so it's alright. :)
Replies (3)
September 20, 2015
Just curious... what is your job? I'm also thinking about going to him so definitely keep us posted! Your current stats are very similar to mine.
September 20, 2015
I'm in the military so I'm sure you can figure out how that goes. I was being vague and as non-descriptive as possible because I'm trying to keep this on the DL. Lol
UPDATED FROM ayfie145
2 months pre
Update: Pictures
ayfie145September 19, 2015
As promised, here are my before pictures. I am 5'4 and currently 163 pounds. Hoping to be about 150-155 when I get my surgery done.
I will be taking a week long vacation from work for recovery. Hopefully, that'll be long enough to get me back to normal. Lol
I will be taking a week long vacation from work for recovery. Hopefully, that'll be long enough to get me back to normal. Lol
Replies (2)
September 19, 2015
Good luck. Can't wait to see results. I'm thinking about going to him for the same thing
September 20, 2015
I'll definitely keep you updated on everything! November is just around the corner.
UPDATED FROM ayfie145
15 days pre
16 Days Out!
ayfie145October 29, 2015
Hey all, just a quick update! Only 16 more days. :) My best friend will be flying in to take care of me for a few days immediately post-op so I am very excited to see her.
Reading reviews and other scientific material and what not, I've read that the Brava system great increases fat retention. Well, I can't afford a $1,500+ contraption like that, nor am I dedicated enough to wear it all night, so I opted for the Noogleberry. I wear it for about an hour a day. Not really seeing any swelling, but I'm hoping it gets to blood flowing so that the fat will take better. It's really more comical than anything!
For people who have gotten it done/done your research, what type of supplies do you recommend to help with swelling/general comfort at home?
Reading reviews and other scientific material and what not, I've read that the Brava system great increases fat retention. Well, I can't afford a $1,500+ contraption like that, nor am I dedicated enough to wear it all night, so I opted for the Noogleberry. I wear it for about an hour a day. Not really seeing any swelling, but I'm hoping it gets to blood flowing so that the fat will take better. It's really more comical than anything!
For people who have gotten it done/done your research, what type of supplies do you recommend to help with swelling/general comfort at home?
Replies (5)
October 30, 2015
Hi! I will be following your story, I am interested in this fat transfer to my breast after I have my implants removed with a lift. I wish you a speedy recovery!
October 30, 2015
Kudos to you! I had this done in August and I'm loving the results so far. I also used noogleberry but also had the Brava which I hated so much. My skin couldn't stand it so i didn't use it for more than 2 days.
My recommendation for you- make sure you put garbage bags towels above your bed sheets. For the first couple of days, you will leak fr lipo sites...also, you'll be wanting to wear your compression garment for at least 2 weeks, so look for clothes that can conceal it. It took about 3 weeks for me to feel comfortable without the garment, so you might want to wear it longer.
As far as swelling, you just have to let your body do its thing. If you're getting ab lipo, your bruises will move down to your genital area, very weird but part of the healing process.
You might not have an appetite the first day or 2 after surgery, so make sure you have easy foods like brothy soup- that's pretty much all I wanted and crackers. My doc adviced me to take 600mg ibuprofen, I didn't even take get the narcotic pain meds since they made me dizzy..you will be super sore on your boobs for the first week, but nothing unbearable..getting in and out of cars will be mildly uncomfortable, and seat belts..
I wish you lots of luck, and i hope you get the results you're looking for. Keep us posted:)
My recommendation for you- make sure you put garbage bags towels above your bed sheets. For the first couple of days, you will leak fr lipo sites...also, you'll be wanting to wear your compression garment for at least 2 weeks, so look for clothes that can conceal it. It took about 3 weeks for me to feel comfortable without the garment, so you might want to wear it longer.
As far as swelling, you just have to let your body do its thing. If you're getting ab lipo, your bruises will move down to your genital area, very weird but part of the healing process.
You might not have an appetite the first day or 2 after surgery, so make sure you have easy foods like brothy soup- that's pretty much all I wanted and crackers. My doc adviced me to take 600mg ibuprofen, I didn't even take get the narcotic pain meds since they made me dizzy..you will be super sore on your boobs for the first week, but nothing unbearable..getting in and out of cars will be mildly uncomfortable, and seat belts..
I wish you lots of luck, and i hope you get the results you're looking for. Keep us posted:)
November 14, 2015
I hope all is well with your procedure today. Ill be looking at your progress my sx date is Dec 28th for the same procedure.
So glad you're no longer a stalker, but a member with your own review and surgery date! ;) Will your job allow you time off work for the surgery and recovery? Will they know about your procedure? There is a new forum for members that are getting Breast Fat Transfer this September that you can be the first to comment on. Hopefully the forum will become busier this fall. Looking forward to your pictures!