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Hi everyone, so a little about myself. I am a mom...

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Hi everyone, so a little about myself. I am a mom of 4, but have had 5 full term pregnancies. I am a young mother, 24. I am happily married to my wonderful husband.

So I have been doing my research for quite sometime and let me tell you, Realself has truly helped me with choosing the right doctor for me!! All the ladies who post their experiences, before/after pictures, and let us be apart of your journey ... You guys are amazing! Well, I have chosen to go with Dr. Salvador Pantoja. His work is amazing and speaks for itself. I have been speaking with Nadia and I have only wonderful things to say about this office!! They ALWAYS respond within 24hrs, they are very knowledgeable and informative, they truly do care about their patients, and they tell you everything up front (which I love!! No beating around the bush). I am planning on having a BBL, with a possible Tummy Tuck. I am kind of nervous about having both procedures done at the same time. (I am not sure how much pain I could handle). How has everyone felt after having both procedures done?? Does it feel like when you have a Caesarean?? I will continue to post more as my journey continues!! June 2016 come sooner!!!

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Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD

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January 19, 2016
How are you paying for your BBL?
January 20, 2016
3800, I don't know why it didn't post that. I think I fixed it lol
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January 20, 2016
Ive had 4 very painful c-sectioss and a tummy tuck and the c-sections hurt more but the results of a tummy tuck are amazing you wont regret it.
January 20, 2016
Awesome, well this helps! I have had 4 C-sections and for me they weren't as painful. Within a week of each I was about 80% back to normal. I am still debating on the tummy tuck though :)
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January 20, 2016
The tummy tuck seriously doesnt hurt as much i mean yea you can hardly walk and it hurts to move lol either way its worth the pain
January 20, 2016
I'm scheduled for April I've has 2 c sections and it was painful and was left with a flap so I'm going in for a tummy tuck and the bbl..
January 20, 2016
Good luck!! I would love to see your results!!
January 20, 2016
Thanks..
I'll post before and after pics
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January 20, 2016
When in April are you going Rubbi? I'm planning April as well :)
January 20, 2016
I was thinking april 4th but I might have to move it upto March 15..I'm going to mexico in June and want to be recovered by then lol
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January 20, 2016
I'm also considering the first week of April. If you do let me know :) ! I wanted to go the last week of March, but I have family visiting from Mexico!
January 20, 2016
Yes forsure..that way we won't go alone lol
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January 20, 2016
Exactly!! I'm so down. I'm from San Jose, ca. So it's not that bad.
January 20, 2016
Hello Pantoja doll 2016 I will be waiting for your results..... Keep us posting girl..... Good look!!
January 20, 2016
Of course I will!! I am so excited and can't hardly wait! :)
January 20, 2016
Hi I'm having my tummy tuck with breast lift and augmentation and bbl all at one time on August 8 with Dr pantoja
January 20, 2016
Omg,
January 20, 2016
What
January 20, 2016
How much is going to cost you?
January 20, 2016
3800.. I don't know why my message cut off lol but I was saying... OMG, you are a strong woman for doing everything in one round!! And I look forward to seeing your results :)
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January 20, 2016
How are you planning to recover? I'm having a bbl and ba, and im trying to figure out ways to better recover without loosing my results.
January 20, 2016
I have no clue! Lol I am doing my research though... I have found a list of must haves that some else posted and I copied what I felt I would need.. I also read about ladies buying a boppy pillow to sit on...(helps relieve the pressure of sitting on your new booty). I will post the list in a new update later today.
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January 22, 2016
I'm planning to creat a foam pillow like a little seat - and cut a hole to let my bbl butt rest and not damage any cell . The pillow seems a little hard to sit on- and being on my side laying down will just kill my back :( !!
January 22, 2016
Yeah i been wanting this for a long time i have 5 kids. I just said [RS bleep] it all just do every thing at once and get it over with. I have no idea how I'm gonna do it . I'm going by my self cuz husband has to say home with the kids Dr pantoja is charging me 7,300 for breast lift, breast augmentation, full body lipo and tummy tuck and BBT and all be staying at the boutique recovery home
January 22, 2016
I saw the boutique recovery hotel but I called and asked a question because I noticed that it didn't say anything about have a nurse to assist the person... They said they don't. But for 150 a night it's better to stay at Our Little Friends house (clubmed)
January 22, 2016
That's a good price for everything.
1 year pre

Must haves, nice to haves, & traveling basics

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MUST HAVES:

female urinal

Baby wipes

Antibacterial soap

Neosporin

Alcohol pads

Q-tips (to apply the neosporin)

Gauze pads & medical tape (drain tube)

Tank tops, yoga pants, any type of loose clothes

Easy slip on shoes

Compression socks

Compression sleeve (if getting lipo on the arms)

1 pair of bagged underwear (in case they get stained)

Boppy pillow

Faja or Compression garment (Dr. P provides one but it is better to have an extra)

Epifoam or foam board

Arnica tablets/arnica gel (helps with bruising and swelling)

Stool softeners

Pre-op/post-op vitamins

NICE TO HAVE:

suction hooks (to hold drain while showering)

Firming lotion

Chux pads

Band aids (to cover incisions)

Extra garment*** (listed twice)

TRAVELING BASICS:

tooth brush/tooth paste

Bodywash

Shampoo/conditioner

I hope this helps everyone that is just as lost and confused as I am lol

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January 22, 2016
Thanks for the list, that was awesome of you to share! My surgery is in 2 1/2 weeks so I'm going make sure I have all this! Ty
January 22, 2016
Aw you're welcome :)
January 23, 2016
Thanks 4 sharing! I dont have a doc yet I'm still searching for the right 1 but whenever I do get a doc and book an appointment I'll have all the things I need thanks to your list!
January 23, 2016
Aw, you're very much welcome :)
January 29, 2016
Thank you
1 year pre

Calling all bbl veterans!!

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This question is to all the bbl veterans:

1. Do you think a recovery home is needed?? Or is a hotel fine??

2. How many days do I need to stay before I can fly home (Texas)?? Ex. If I have surgery on Monday, when will the doctor clear me to fly?? (approximately)

Thanks ahead of time :)

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January 21, 2016
Omg thats That my same question ..... Planing
January 21, 2016
Hopefully we can get some answers :) I am okay with paying the recovery house but if it's not needed then I'd rather stay in the hotel.
January 21, 2016
Hi,
I'm by no means a veteran...but planning a 2nd round bbl. Here is what I did for my first one.

Stayed at a hotel(walking distance from clinic, not Pantoja. Wish with all my heart I had gone to him in the first place)
Stayed at hotel for a whole week-not necessary I would say but always good to be near by in case of complication as they say the first week is critical should any infections take place.
January 21, 2016
So pretty much recovery is pretty easy... The only reason to stay for the week would be for convenience issues, like in case of infections
January 21, 2016
I'm so sorry that you had a horrible experience... I chose Pantoja because after doing my extensive research I had found nothing but amazing work and never a negative review. I have seen and read many reviews from rs and other websites and they all seemed to have been really happy and proud with their results! If you do decide to go back and fix his work it be with Pantoja.. I haven't even had my surgery yet but I know he will do amazing :) :(
January 22, 2016
Thanks girl! Yes it's pretty much set to go with him for 2nd round. He was my second choice last time bc I also liked his work! hoping for the best, and want to book for next month. Yeah I would say usual Soreness, problem moving..etc but nothing big if you're not getting a TT but it depends on what kind of person you are. I know some girls can't take pain or being alone so perhaps medical recovery house is better. Also, For my second round I won't be getting a hotel I will be heading home after the one night stay he offers. Just need to find someone who can take me in and go pick me up. :)
January 22, 2016
Do you live in California?? I was going to ask.... I am traveling alone, but I handle pain really well... What struggles do you think I might have if I were to stay in a hotel?
January 22, 2016
I been ready more reviews and by the pic pantojas place looks nice!!!!
I don't know and others said that hotel is better and clean!!!!
January 22, 2016
Which hotel are you reading about?
January 22, 2016
I'm leaning more to a hotel that has airport Transportation on the same strip as pantoja's office... I just need to figure out if I can handle putting the compression garment on... I will be traveling alone so I don't know if it'll be hard to put on :/
January 22, 2016
When is you sx date?
January 22, 2016
I am aiming for June 6, Monday... For sure in June, but I haven't confirmed my exact day yet.
January 22, 2016
Ok if you going along is better if u stay at recovery house that way u can have help and food went u need it...... Casa de las lilas is one of the best( info in RS SISTERS)
January 22, 2016
Casa las lilas antzamora@yahoo.com.mx Club med Mrmarvinlee@aol.com Beautiful care recovery house Rgjonessr@yahoo.com And I'm not sure but I think u have to put at the end of each web.mx because is Mexico but I may be wrong GOOD LUCK
January 22, 2016
I checked the prices for both of those places today but it is better to stay at "Our Little Friend's house" instead... They cover everything, where as the other places or more in price and don't have as good amenities as our little friends house... Or if they do, they charge extra for those amenities. :/ but thank... I've narrowed down to city express hotel or our little friends house recovery.. :)