POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck REVIEWS
It was all worth it :)
ORIGINAL POST
I'll TRY not to bore you with my story lol not...
WORTH IT$5,300
I'll TRY not to bore you with my story lol not that it will be much different then most.. I'm a 37 year old mother of 6 beautiful children (yes I said 6) lol and an amazing grandson who I adore more then life itself, baby #1,2 and 3 were very generous to my body (thanks guys!) baby 4 caused a lil "dent" baby 5 started the battle and baby 6 started the war!! this wonderful adventure started at 130 lbs, which at 5'8' was great and now I am at a horrific 215! my ex husband argues that God made me this way and I argue back that Oreos, ice cream...and oh...6 KIDS made me this way!!! lol so it's time for a change and a little well earned present to little ole me (and I used that term lightly)
luvMinieto's provider
UPDATED FROM luvMinieto
1 month pre
42 DAYS LEFT! Ok, so the time is coming closer and...
42 DAYS LEFT! Ok, so the time is coming closer and faster then I expected, I have my time off work, got the kids settled, emailed my blood work and taking my vitamins...I have not booked my flight yet, but I plan to do that next week... and I FINALLY gathered up the courage to go into the bathroom at work and show you EXACTLY what I have to look at every day :( I'm so disgusted but I have 6 babies that I carried in this body and I'm thankful to God that he allowed that) I weigh too much from what I'm told so at this point I'm trying to eat right and lose 15 lbs minimum until Feb 25th (yea right...THAT'S gonna be easy...ugh) I'm excited and nervous but mostly excited, aside from this horrible body, I am in pretty good health and I plan to stay in D.R at my father in law's house for a few days after my stay at the recovery house.... so far posting my pictures have been the most horrible part of my journey lol but everyone is so supportive here and I plan to blog this experience so um... I can't give good AFTER pics until I show the horror of the BEFORE lol... My biggest fear is that my body is too damaged to be fixed but then I think...it can only get better from here lol not expecting a miracle, just a lil bit of Magic ;)
Replies (9)
January 14, 2013
Changed my profile name to protect my identity now that pics are actually starting to go up lol I wouldn't want just anybody seeing these pics :) hope I don't throw anyone off!
January 14, 2013
Hey luv! I think we all go through the guilt of leaving the kiddies to do something for ourselves! I feel really horrible my youngest is only 1yr! But I feel like its now or never! I wish you tons of luck I will be following you on your journey! I'm going mid march! Can't wait I'm super excited! I just want to feel attractive to myself! Sooo many insecurities about my body!
January 14, 2013
Yes me too...my sis in law had the surgery n she went from always being depressed n sleeping n many nights alone at home to registering herself back to school , going pit into the night life,meeting more people n smiling all the time... Her self esteem boosted n she is so happy God Bless her, its hard for people to understand how the wonderful joy of being a mother comes to a sacrifice on ur body that just puts u in a funk... Its depressing!
January 15, 2013
Yes girl! I soooo understand! And others can always tell you nothing's wrong with you or u don't need surgery! It's all about how you see your self!
January 15, 2013
Exactly, people always say " u look good for 6 kids" n all I think to myself is, u have NO idea wut I look like when my clothes are off lol its vicious! I'll gladly pay 5200 for my life back!
January 15, 2013
TEAM ROBLES! YAY! HAPPY FOR YOU!
I'm so DELIGHTED that MORE women are going to DR....it makes the PATH for others LESS STRESSFUL...its sooooo much NEGATIVITY towards going out of the Country for Cosmetic surgery!
I'm GOING and I can't wait to SHARE my DR JOURNEY!
January 15, 2013
You're right, and I know so many woman that have went, including my step mother and sis in law who are both looking amazing! to ...yes there have been some negative reports and yes there have been several instances of things going wrong, in some cases, terribly wrong..however, no different here in the U.S...there are risks in any type of surgery and there is a responsibility we have to take on to find a skilled Doctor and research no matter what country. I have reviewed countless pictures and read countless stories and what drew me to D.R is the fact that they know how to shape a woman, I have seen way too many "box shaped" results and I DO NOT want that, Dominican Doctors (in my opinion) have more of the right idea on how a woman is supposed to be shaped, American society...the skinnier the better, Dominican society CURVY is better...I choose curvy :) Dr. Robles is known for that!
January 15, 2013
I never could understand why would you pay to look like Sponge Bob Square pants Or a thoothpick with water ballons attached
UPDATED FROM luvMinieto
1 month pre
41 DAYS TO GO!!!! Ok, So I STARTED my checklist...
41 DAYS TO GO!!!! Ok, So I STARTED my checklist , Thank God my surgery buddy got this part on lock ( lol Thx Tiff) but here's what I managed thus far...ANY SUGGESTIONS, pointers, tips ...PLEASE let us know
My Surgery Checklist:
1. 4 summer dresses/ 4 night gowns/ 3 button down shirts/3 pair of leggings
2. 2 sports bras
3. 2 pair compression socks
4. Baby wipes, 5 packs
5. Tooth brush/tooth paste/deodorant/mouth wash
6. 4 pairs of flip flops
7. Depends (for back leaking)
8. Stool softener
9. All my tests
10. Lap top
11. Boppy
12. Hair ties/brush/gel
13. Dial soap (per surgery book)/Shampoo/Conditioner
The more I talk to you ladies, the more confident I feel and the more I'm ready to be OUT! lol Laura emailed me a confirmation of my "Agenda" and I've been saving each email and each document in my trusty Journal/Binder because I have been fully warned that once my flight is booked (next week) the communication will drop drastically... my Hemoglobin levels are at 12.6 so i'm continuing to take my vitamins and trying to eat the right things...I want my levels to be at a 13.6 because the higher they are the more she will do (so i've heard) some people went to get 3 different procedures done and have only gotten 1 or 2 because of their levels, I'm also still debating the insurance...any thoughts? I will be ordering the WAHL 4120-600 massager at amazon.com for 14.99 as suggested by someone with AMAZING results..i'm soooo on board with her! lol yet i'll be going to Washington Heights when I get back to the states to get at least one massage from a professional and I will have her show me exactly how to properly use my massager... as far as scar cremes and ointments I'm just going to let my husband do the running around while I'm at the recovery house, his family that lives in D.R is going to take him to the right places to buy what I need , not only will be great quality but MUCH cheaper! and I've decided to buy the faja that Dr. Robles suggests for best results., she's the expert!...looking at flight info now, can hardly believe it's time to book .... HOLY CRAP! *doing the happy dance at my desk* hehe
My Surgery Checklist:
1. 4 summer dresses/ 4 night gowns/ 3 button down shirts/3 pair of leggings
2. 2 sports bras
3. 2 pair compression socks
4. Baby wipes, 5 packs
5. Tooth brush/tooth paste/deodorant/mouth wash
6. 4 pairs of flip flops
7. Depends (for back leaking)
8. Stool softener
9. All my tests
10. Lap top
11. Boppy
12. Hair ties/brush/gel
13. Dial soap (per surgery book)/Shampoo/Conditioner
The more I talk to you ladies, the more confident I feel and the more I'm ready to be OUT! lol Laura emailed me a confirmation of my "Agenda" and I've been saving each email and each document in my trusty Journal/Binder because I have been fully warned that once my flight is booked (next week) the communication will drop drastically... my Hemoglobin levels are at 12.6 so i'm continuing to take my vitamins and trying to eat the right things...I want my levels to be at a 13.6 because the higher they are the more she will do (so i've heard) some people went to get 3 different procedures done and have only gotten 1 or 2 because of their levels, I'm also still debating the insurance...any thoughts? I will be ordering the WAHL 4120-600 massager at amazon.com for 14.99 as suggested by someone with AMAZING results..i'm soooo on board with her! lol yet i'll be going to Washington Heights when I get back to the states to get at least one massage from a professional and I will have her show me exactly how to properly use my massager... as far as scar cremes and ointments I'm just going to let my husband do the running around while I'm at the recovery house, his family that lives in D.R is going to take him to the right places to buy what I need , not only will be great quality but MUCH cheaper! and I've decided to buy the faja that Dr. Robles suggests for best results., she's the expert!...looking at flight info now, can hardly believe it's time to book .... HOLY CRAP! *doing the happy dance at my desk* hehe
Replies (20)
January 15, 2013
Hey are you going to order the Vitamedica pack?
January 15, 2013
I think I am... although lots of people have amazing results either way...guess i'm still debating that
January 17, 2013
I said the same thing!! And I've seen similar vitamins that are a lot cheaper!
January 15, 2013
I'm going to bring a pee funnel ( Sorry not sure if that is what they are called? They said it's a good thing to have for the the first couple of days after surgery
January 15, 2013
Ohhh yea, I was told the same thing....i'll add that to my list! that's why i posted my list, because i KNEW i would be forgetting some things!
January 15, 2013
I just made my list last night! Hehe. I'm sure we will be adding more thing b4 we leave. Your flights do u have direct flight from your airport? I'm coming from Toronto I can only get connecting flights. So my flight home is going to be a long one.
January 15, 2013
No, I'll be flying from JFK in NY straight to Santo Domingo, took me 3 hours or so last time I went so nothing big, remember to book first class on your returning flight since your going to be flying longer or you will be terribly uncomfortable and also make sure you include the wheelchair service for your trip back, that's important especially if you will be traveling alone and will have your luggage.
January 16, 2013
I didn't get an inbox. N i can't text too good cuz I have no reception ugh....
January 16, 2013
Your a God sent! Omgosh I never thought of that! What is wheelchair service?
January 16, 2013
Robles gonna give you a note to give in the airport so you can get wheelchair service...
January 16, 2013
Oh that's great I was worried about coming home with my luggage. Thanks love
January 16, 2013
You lucky girl!! I will call the airlines and ask for first class thanks for the heads up. I will be going from Toronto to Atlanta then to DR same on way home
January 16, 2013
Very important, make sure u mention when u book ur flight or get a note from Dr Robles
January 15, 2013
Hey Chica don't forget car funnel for using the bathroom and incentive spirometer for deep breathing and a pillow to hold over your tummy for when you need to cough well I guess that will be there and white tank tops( get the men's packs)
January 15, 2013
Yea, what are the white tank tops for? lol I forgot to ask that and I seen it on the surgery book...and the funnel I kno!!! it's not like I can yell over n be like...HEY TIFF, THROW ME UR DAMN PEE FUNNEL! lol
January 15, 2013
LOL! i know right so unsanitary! Any who the tanks i believe are for the compression garment to not rub on your shoulder because it has shoulder straps. We will be walking bent over for awhile I'm not looking forward to that but so looking forward to the results
Replies (30)
Welcome to the community. Â I say good for you in doing this for yourself! Â It's time for a little "You" time.
Â
Â