Becoming a mother is one of life’s greatest joys, but it can also take a toll on your body. Pregnancy and childbirth can lead to changes in your figure that can impact your self-confidence. A mommy makeover is a tailored surgical solution designed to address these changes and help you regain your pre-baby body.
One of the most common questions we hear is, “What does a mommy makeover include? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not a one-size-fits-all procedure. Instead, it’s a personalized combination of surgical techniques aimed at restoring your body’s shape and tone, most commonly including a breast procedure (breast augmentation, breast reduction, and/or breast lift) and a body contouring procedure (tummy tuck, labiaplasty, and/or liposuction). Every mommy makeover consultation at Capizzi MD includes assessing your main concerns, your goals with the procedure, and your lifestyle, to build the perfect treatment plan for your needs.
Now, let’s chat through some of the most common procedures included in a mommy makeover, explore the benefits, and guide you through the decision-making process.
Most Common Mommy Makeover Procedures
This is a list of the most common procedures included in a mommy makeover, but it isn’t a set prescription! Many mommy makeovers include non-surgical treatments as well, including cellulite treatment, skin tightening, or vaginal rejuvenation lasers. If you know your goals, we will be certain to develop the best options for you.
- Breast Augmentation or Lift: Depending on your goals, you may choose to enhance or lift your breasts to restore their pre-pregnancy fullness and shape.
- Breast Reduction: Sometimes pregnancy leaves breasts larger than they previously were, this procedure reduces back pain, realigns nipples, and improves appearance without an implant.
- Tummy Tuck: This procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, restoring a flatter, firmer stomach.
- Liposuction: This procedure can target stubborn fat deposits in areas like the flanks, hips, and thighs.
- Labiaplasty: This procedure alleviates discomfort in certain clothing or during sexual activity by addressing the folds of the labia and removing excess tissue.
Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
In addition to rebuilding your sense of self-worth, a mommy makeover has many other benefits:
- Simultaneous Procedures: A mommy makeover often involves multiple procedures performed simultaneously, such as a tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction. By combining treatments, you can streamline scheduling, reduce costs, and undergo anesthesia only once. Moreover, recovery time is often shorter as the healing process for different procedures can overlap.
- Dramatic Improvements: A mommy makeover offers a comprehensive approach to body contouring, addressing multiple concerns simultaneously. You will notice a dramatic improvement in the look of your entire body when you wake up.
- More Choice of Clothing: After pregnancy and childbirth, many women find it challenging to find clothes that flatter their new body shape. A mommy makeover can dramatically improve body confidence by allowing you to wear a wider range of clothing styles. From jeans that fit perfectly to two-piece bathing suits, the newfound ability to dress with ease can significantly boost self-esteem.
- Core Strength Improvement: By restoring your abdominal muscles to their optimal operating position through diastasis recti repair, you may be able to improve your overall core strength.
This is only a small sample of the benefits that can come with a mommy makeover procedure. Check out our testimonials page for more insight from our past patients.
Making Your Mommy Makeover Decision
While scheduling consultations to meet doctors is a great step in your plastic surgery journey, here are some other things we ask our patients to consider before undergoing a mommy makeover to ensure an excellent outcome and smooth recovery.
- Body Image and Self-Esteem: Are you unhappy with your post-pregnancy body? How would a mommy makeover impact your self-confidence?
- Health and fitness: Ensure you’re in good overall health and have reached a stable weight before considering surgery.
- Family planning: If you plan to have more children, it’s important to consider how pregnancy might affect your results.
- Desired procedures: Determine which areas of your body you want to address (tummy tuck, breast lift, liposuction, etc.).
- Cost: Consider the financial implications of the procedure, including surgery, anesthesia, and recovery costs.
- Support System: If you have children under 5 years old, you may need more assistance in the first couple of weeks while you recover. Prioritize yourself during this time and plan to have adequate in-home support during your initial recovery period.
- Time commitment: Consider the time required for consultations, surgery, and recovery.
A mommy makeover can be a life-changing experience for many women. It’s a journey that requires careful consideration, realistic expectations, and a commitment to post-operative care. Remember, the goal is to enhance your natural beauty and boost your confidence. If you are ready to learn more about the process at Capizzi MD, or simply have other questions, we encourage you to fill out