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It was all worth it :)
UPDATED FROM luvMinieto
11 months post
there's more....
WORTH IT$5,300
For some reason I couldn't keep typing so here's more to that list...
10. Take favorite snacks! U will be glad u did.
11. Download "what's app" to your phone before u leave to stay in touch with family
12. Magazines or favorite book
13. Here's a BIG one.... you know those tank tops men wear? Some people call them "wife beaters"? Lol..hey..thats what they call them here...anyway..you need 5-7of those ..you will wear them every single day..
13. Forget your bras ladies lol u won't even see it while you r there..
14. Bar of soap..shampoo and conditioner n thats it! Dont overdo im telling u..u won't use anything else
15. Lotion..toothpaste etc...
16. Oh... use dial soap..
17. Leave make up... hair straightener n blow dryer at home...waste
18. Take flip flops!
19. Lots of baby wipes! Well..I took two boxes n had plenty left...
20. Take a bag...I bought one from old navy that was my friend... I stuffed my blanket..snacks ..phone..kindle..all my personals n carried it with me downstairs from my room every morning..once u walk down u DEF dont wanna walk back up or send anyone to root thru ur things...also kept a water bottle with me
Thats it! Thats all I used.. the massagers n tunnels...n straws...n all that other crap I posted went unused...
hope that helps! Xoxox
10. Take favorite snacks! U will be glad u did.
11. Download "what's app" to your phone before u leave to stay in touch with family
12. Magazines or favorite book
13. Here's a BIG one.... you know those tank tops men wear? Some people call them "wife beaters"? Lol..hey..thats what they call them here...anyway..you need 5-7of those ..you will wear them every single day..
13. Forget your bras ladies lol u won't even see it while you r there..
14. Bar of soap..shampoo and conditioner n thats it! Dont overdo im telling u..u won't use anything else
15. Lotion..toothpaste etc...
16. Oh... use dial soap..
17. Leave make up... hair straightener n blow dryer at home...waste
18. Take flip flops!
19. Lots of baby wipes! Well..I took two boxes n had plenty left...
20. Take a bag...I bought one from old navy that was my friend... I stuffed my blanket..snacks ..phone..kindle..all my personals n carried it with me downstairs from my room every morning..once u walk down u DEF dont wanna walk back up or send anyone to root thru ur things...also kept a water bottle with me
Thats it! Thats all I used.. the massagers n tunnels...n straws...n all that other crap I posted went unused...
hope that helps! Xoxox
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UPDATED FROM luvMinieto
11 months post
THE OFFICIAL LIST
Hello ladies... packing is an important part of this trip..you don't want to overpack but you want to have what you need.I packed a bunch of stuff I never used or needed so if I was to do it all over..THIS is what I would take..
1. 2 bags of depends... NOT PULL UPS and don't worry about brand name its pointless..these depends get cut in half and taped to your backside.
2. Disposable gloves. ..surgical tape (pick a good kind that won't hurt peeling off!) Gauze... virginia actually ran out and had to "borrow" from someone else..first of all... I doubt she asked permission so yea..take your own but make it clear its not to be used on anyone else!
3. Neosporin! DON'T BE A SUCKER... they will try to talk you into some fancy creme from their pharmacy that they say u must use..that's a lie..neosporin worked Wayyy better n was familiar to me.
4. Leave pants at home..Don't even bother!
5. 5 easy slip over nighties loose!
6. 4 summer dresses to wear to appointments
7. Panties are pointless unless ur getting your period...if you are anywhere near getting your period pack pads and 3 pairs of panties...I think I used two pair (the rest were stolen lol)
8. Slippers! No furry ones... and they must be comfy n loose..your feet will swell like crazy!!
9. My blanket saved my life I swear on it! I have a throw blanket..very cozy n soft n it helped me on the plane...at the hospital. .at the recovery house n on my way home... with the a.c there were moments I was cold..especially at the clinic after surgery... im telling u..my blanket saved me n never left me!
1. 2 bags of depends... NOT PULL UPS and don't worry about brand name its pointless..these depends get cut in half and taped to your backside.
2. Disposable gloves. ..surgical tape (pick a good kind that won't hurt peeling off!) Gauze... virginia actually ran out and had to "borrow" from someone else..first of all... I doubt she asked permission so yea..take your own but make it clear its not to be used on anyone else!
3. Neosporin! DON'T BE A SUCKER... they will try to talk you into some fancy creme from their pharmacy that they say u must use..that's a lie..neosporin worked Wayyy better n was familiar to me.
4. Leave pants at home..Don't even bother!
5. 5 easy slip over nighties loose!
6. 4 summer dresses to wear to appointments
7. Panties are pointless unless ur getting your period...if you are anywhere near getting your period pack pads and 3 pairs of panties...I think I used two pair (the rest were stolen lol)
8. Slippers! No furry ones... and they must be comfy n loose..your feet will swell like crazy!!
9. My blanket saved my life I swear on it! I have a throw blanket..very cozy n soft n it helped me on the plane...at the hospital. .at the recovery house n on my way home... with the a.c there were moments I was cold..especially at the clinic after surgery... im telling u..my blanket saved me n never left me!
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UPDATED FROM luvMinieto
11 months post
My MAIN support...my baby..
In previous posts I talked about my boyfriend...Shared some stories and had some laughs...I did this because he was such a HUGE part of my recovery, his love and support made this experience tolerable. He truly did the dirty work and cleaned the NASTIES while never making me feel bad once :) He stayed up at night, fixed my pillow, massaged my feet, fought with me to eat, forced me to take my meds, gave up sex for a long time! LOL he bathed me and held my hand through it all... I'm so in love with my sweet Dominican...we are headed on 5 years and a special surprise (i'll post an update!) oh by the way..NOT A BABY SURPRISE! lol toodles lovelies xoxox
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S
January 17, 2014
You look wonderful. I was going to Dr. Robles had my date and paid the deposit until I couldn't reach Laura. I am going to Dr. Almonte on the 27 of this month before the income tax rush...
L
N
January 18, 2014
Dr. Almonte is good but Robles is amazing I was with one of almonte´s patient at the house, and she said will come back with roble for breast job. Robles is top of the line she care you before, during and after surgery
L
January 18, 2014
Dr Almonte not only is great friends with Dr Robles but they share the same offuce and assist each other in surgeries..Dr Robles (to my understanding) trained Dr Fatima and when I met her I thought she was just an amazing person..her english is better n for some that's helpful..she was sweet n bubbly...kinda reminded me of a mini version of dr Robles. ..I would trust them equally. ..
R
January 17, 2014
Hey luv.. I followed you and also had surgery last year in July with Robles. I have a question do you still swell? Glad to hear you are doing great :).
L
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L
January 18, 2014
I never had a massage...i bought a massager but barely used it..I've heard it helped but I did fine without it.
R
L
January 18, 2014
About 8 months or so..n depending on the weather..if you live in warmer climate its going to take longer...summer had me swelled up some but my swelling was always minimal
R
P
January 18, 2014
Thanks for the great review and being so real I'm going to robles February 24th for the same procedures. And will be at Virginia's as well im so excited.
L
January 18, 2014
You have a good reason to be excited. .you habe the best doctor and will be in the best recovery house! I know you may be nervous but you seriously don't need to be..you will be in great hands!
N
January 18, 2014
I follow your journey, great reviews!
L
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