Am I a Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?

May 7th, 2024 | Posted in: Mommy Makeover |

A young mother and her daughter in her arms

Pregnancy and childbirth can take a significant toll on a woman’s body. A Mommy Makeover combines multiple procedures in one surgery to address the areas of the body most affected by childbirth. This blog discusses the most common Mommy Makeover procedures and how to determine if you are a candidate. It will stress the importance of waiting until you are done having children and breastfeeding before undergoing surgery.

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What Is a Mommy Makeover?

Motherhood is, for many, one of the most purpose-giving experiences a person can have. But carrying and bearing children can profoundly change a woman’s body. These changes can include:

Stretch marks and sagging skin on the breasts, belly, hips, and thighs
Diastasis recti (separation of the rectus abdominal muscles)
A belly pooch
Vaginal dryness
Broader hips
Decreased self-esteem

A Mommy Makeover is a combination of surgeries to address these changes and restore a woman’s body shape and appearance after childbearing. Each Mommy Makeover surgery is tailored to the individual’s needs and goals. Possible procedures include:

Breast augmentation
Breast lift
Buttock augmentation
Labiaplasty
Liposuction
Tummy tuck

What’s unique about the Mommy Makeover is that the combination of multiple procedures results in higher satisfaction rates due to the dramatic difference in appearance and the ability to heal during one recovery.

What Is a Breast Augmentation?

This procedure enhances the size and shape of the breasts. During pregnancy, the breasts can dramatically change in shape and size due to hormonal changes, milk production, and nursing. Breast augmentation uses silicone or saline implants to restore volume to small or shrunken breasts.

What Is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, or mastoplaxy, is a surgery that lifts, reshapes, and firms the breasts to restore youthful perkiness. Because breast augmentation does not lift the breasts and a breast lift does not increase the size, these procedures are often combined to address breast sagging and deflation.

What Is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a procedure that removes unwanted fat from almost anywhere on the body. Many women develop pockets of fat during pregnancy that persist even if they exercise and maintain a healthy diet. Common areas for liposuction in a Mommy Makeover include the love handles in the waist, saddle bags in the hips, and stubborn fat pockets in the butt, thighs, arms, bra line, and chin for a more slender body overall.

What Is a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a surgery that addresses stubborn fat, excess skin, and weakened muscles in the abdomen. The abdomen is the area that undergoes the most dramatic transformation during and after pregnancy, and a tummy tuck provides an excellent remedy. The “pooch” and stretch marks many mothers are left with can be corrected, as a tummy tuck removes excess fat and skin. Diastasis recti or damaged abdominal muscles and abdominal hernias can be addressed with a tummy tuck, leaving a strong, slim, contoured stomach that would be unachievable with diet and exercise alone.

What Can I Expect From Mommy Makeover Recovery?

Generally, the first few days after surgery are spent at an in-patient facility to receive initial aftercare. During the first week after surgery, rest and medication take priority. After two to four weeks, most patients can return to work and their normal daily activities. Six to eight weeks after surgery, your surgeon may clear you to return to a rigorous exercise regime. You will see your final results about six months after your Mommy Makeover procedure.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?

A Mommy Makeover promises dramatic results that can restore a woman’s confidence and self-esteem. If you’re interested in this exciting procedure, there are a few qualifications to ensure you are a candidate, including:

You are in good physical and medical health
You are at your ideal body weight
You have time for surgery and recovery
You are finished having children
You’ve given birth at least 6–12 months before your Mommy Makeover

A Mommy Makeover won’t negatively affect future pregnancies, but getting pregnant could reverse or negatively affect your results.

How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost in Beverly Hills, CA?

The cost of a Mommy Makeover in Beverly Hills, CA, will vary, depending on the procedures you choose. Your body and goals are unique, so your particular procedure will be, too. After your consultation, Dr. Chiu will provide an exact cost for your Mommy Makeover procedure, depending on your surgical plan.

Have More Questions About a Mommy Makeover in Beverly Hills, CA?

Every mother deserves to feel beautiful. If you have questions about a Mommy Makeover or would like to schedule a consultation, fill out our online contact form or call us at (310) 888-8087 today.