A Mommy Makeover is a combination of surgical procedures designed to restore a woman’s body after pregnancy and childbirth. The specific procedures included in a Mommy Makeover are tailored to the individual’s needs but generally focus on addressing changes in the breasts, abdomen, and other areas affected by pregnancy and childbirth. The goal is to rejuvenate the body and help women feel more confident and comfortable with their appearance.
Common Components of a Mommy Makeover
A typical Mommy Makeover may include a combination of the following procedures:
- Breast Augmentation: This procedure involves the use of implants to restore volume lost after breastfeeding or weight fluctuations, helping to achieve a fuller, more youthful breast shape.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): A breast lift raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. It can be combined with breast augmentation if needed.
- Breast Reduction: This procedure reduces the size of overly large breasts, which may have become enlarged during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, tightening the abdominal muscles that may have separated during pregnancy (diastasis recti).
- Liposuction: This procedure removes localized pockets of fat from areas like the abdomen, hips, thighs, or waist, sculpting a more contoured silhouette.
- Labiaplasty: This procedure addresses changes in the labia that may occur after childbirth, restoring a more youthful appearance and improving comfort.
Who Can Get a Mommy Makeover?
A Mommy Makeover is typically sought by women who have completed their pregnancies and are looking to restore their pre-pregnancy body or address specific concerns related to childbirth. Ideal candidates for a Mommy Makeover generally share the following characteristics:
- Completed Childbearing: Candidates should be certain they do not plan to have more children, as future pregnancies can impact the results of the surgery.
- Stable Weight: It is recommended that candidates have reached and maintained their desired weight for several months before surgery.
- In Good Overall Health: Ideal candidates are in good health and able to undergo multiple surgical procedures safely.
- Realistic Expectations: Women seeking a Mommy Makeover should have realistic expectations about the outcomes and understand that while these procedures can significantly enhance appearance, they do not create “perfect” results.
- Looking for Comprehensive Body Rejuvenation: Candidates often have multiple areas of concern related to pregnancy and childbirth, such as sagging breasts, loose abdominal skin, or stubborn fat pockets, and seek a comprehensive approach to address them.
Ready for a Consultation?
A Mommy Makeover is a customized set of procedures designed to help women reclaim their bodies after pregnancy and childbirth. If you’re ready to take the next step, contact the team at Sara Surgery to get started!
