21 Year Old Getting a BBL

Ah, so I'm leaving today, 16 days post op. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. FG and Arelis. I would not trust anyone else with my body; Dr. FG is the kindest, most patient surgeon I have ever come across, and he is a blessing to the plastic surgery community. His follow-up care is superb, he's immensely charming and works with you in order to achieve realistic, natural results. He makes sure you're safe and he knows what is best for your body. I am incredibly grateful.
I purchased 10 massages with Edwina, and they have definitely aided with the swelling. All of the assistants, especially Karel are so helpful and kind. Again, I cannot say enough good things about this experience.
Thank you to everyone! If you're going with Dr. FG, which I cannot see why you wouldn't, then absolutely stay with Arelis. She and her daughters take amazing care. My friend said Arelis is like a fairy godmother! She somehow always knows what to do/what you need, before you even ask.
Would I say that the surgery was worth it? Absolutely.

I am kind of amazed as to how mobile I am, and how little pain I'm in. I am definitely grateful.
I am staying with Arelis, and I have to say, it's been a dream. She and her daughters take such good care of all of us. Just before Christmas, there were two other girls here that also went to Dr. FG and were very pleased with their results.

I know I'm still quite swollen, but I can see a change in my midsection. I told Dr. FG I trusted his expertise and to do what he felt was appropriate, and I know I won't be disappointed.

As everyone else has stated, he is so calm in his demeanor and so thorough in explaining every step of the process. I am so grateful for him. I am going to my first massage tomorrow. I will update soon after :)

Ahhhhh I am SO nervous. I'm bombarding my friend with questions and I feel so bad. I feel strangely so unprepared, and this all feels entirely surreal. I'm sorry I haven't been updating, I have been submerged in schoolwork. So, my surgery is December 22nd, I am flying on December 20th at night (right after my pharmacology final). I will be staying with Arelis until January 13th. I hope I'm not going to be a particularly annoying patient, namely due to me coming around all of the holidays, so I hope to be as easy as possible for everyone.

I'll list what I'm bringing:
-Docusate sodium
-Acetaminophen
-Aveeno baby unscented body lotion
-Baby wipes
-Hibiclens
-Hand sanitizer
-Small towels from amazon (about 12 washcloths)
-Some lipo foams from amazon
-One ab board (my friend told me it was awfully uncomfortable and she didn't use it, but I'll bring it just in case)
-Bbl pillow
-Maxi dresses
-Sandals
-Toothbrush & Toothpaste
-Snacks!!!
-Protein bars
-Protein shake (vegan, so I'll supply my own protein with Arelis and just eat everything else :) )
-shampoo/conditioner samples
-nightgowns
-granny panties

If there's more, I'll correct this.
Hoping to see some of you ladies while I'm there. Wish me luck!
xoxo