BODY CONTOURING

Mommy
Makeover

Mommy Makeover refers to a combination of surgical procedures designed to restore a woman’s body after pregnancy. Changes during pregnancy and breastfeeding often include abdominal skin laxity, breast sagging and changes of appearance of the external genitalia.
 

BRIEFLY

Duration of procedure

Procedure time
4-6 hours

Type of anesthesia

Anesthesia
General

Hospital stay days

Hospital stay
1 night

Return to work after surgery

Back to the office
10-14 days

The Procedure

A Mommy Makeover is tailored to each woman’s specific needs and may include procedures such as tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, breast lift or augmentation, arm lift and labiaplasty. The combination of these surgeries can achieve impressive results, enhancing both aesthetic appearance and self-confidence. The duration of the procedure depends on the type and number of surgeries performed. In many cases, it takes 3-6 hours, while some procedures may be performed in two or three separate sessions with an interval of a few months between them.

About Mommy Makeover

The procedure is customized to meet each patient’s needs and typically includes:

  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Removes excess skin from the lower abdomen and tightens the abdominal wall muscles with sutures. It is often combined with liposuction to remove stubborn fat deposits.
  • Breast Procedures:
    • Breast Augmentation with silicone implants to restore lost volume.
    • Breast Lift to correct sagging.
    • A combination of breast lift and augmentation or breast reduction, if necessary.
  • Labiaplasty: Reshapes external genitalia that may have changed due to childbirth, improving both function and aesthetics.
  • Arm Lift (Brachioplasty): Removes excess skin from the inner arms (less commonly performed in Mommy Makeovers).

Recovery depends on the number and type of procedures performed. Generally:

  • The first few days require rest with light movement.
  • Swelling and bruising are expected but gradually subside within a few weeks.
  • Daily activities can be resumed within 7-14 days, while intense exercise should be avoided for 4-6 weeks.
  • Final results become fully visible in 3-6 months.

Your surgeon will provide detailed post-operative care instructions, including wound care, wearing compression garments and a gradual return to daily activities.

MommyMakeover_BeforeMommyMakeover_After

Surgical Planning

All incisions are strategically placed for minimal visibility:

  • Tummy tuck: The incision is low on the abdomen, hidden within the underwear line.
  • Breast lift: Incision placement depends on the technique used (around the nipple, vertical, or horizontal under the breast).
  • Arm lift: Incisions are on the inner side of the arms.
  • Labiaplasty: Small incisions that are not easily visible.

Photos Before & After

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?

What You Need to Know

The most common procedures are tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation or lift, and labiaplasty.

Yes, two or more procedures can often be combined in a single operation, reducing overall recovery time and cost. However, the decision depends on your health status and risk factors.

Results are long-lasting, especially if you maintain a healthy diet and stable weight.

Depending on the procedures performed, most patients return to work within 1-3 weeks, provided their job does not involve strenuous physical activity.

As with any surgery, risks include infection, bleeding or delayed healing. However, preoperative evaluation and following post-operative instructions significantly reduce complications.

Although it is safe to undergo the procedure before completing your family, future pregnancies may alter the results. If you plan to have more children, it might be best to delay surgery.

Post-operative discomfort is manageable with prescribed pain medication. Most patients experience mild to moderate discomfort during the first few days.

Light activities can resume after 2 weeks, while intensive exercise (gym, weightlifting, running) is recommended after 6 weeks.

Yes, all surgeries leave scars but they fade over time. Proper scar care and sun protection help improve their appearance.

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