Having children changes a woman’s body and things are not always the same. Maternity aesthetics is a personalized set of surgery procedures designed to help a woman restore the common effects of childbearing and aging on the breasts, and body to their pre-pregnancy appearance.
How can mommy makeover surgery benefit me?
Pregnancy can have lasting and often undesirable effects, such as saggy breasts, tight abdominal muscles, flabby and excess skin. Many women are discouraged if their breasts and bodies do not return to their pre-pregnancy shape despite eating a healthy diet and exercising. By addressing the unwanted changes in pregnancy and restoring the look you desire, maternity aesthetics can help you feel more like yourself and increase your comfort and confidence.
When should I have a mommy makeover?
There are certain factors to consider when choosing the timing of maternity aesthetics and the procedures you will have:
- You must be fully recovered after giving birth before you can have maternity aesthetics.
- If you are considering breast surgery, you should wait until 6 months after you stop breastfeeding to allow the breasts to return to a stable size and shape.
- If you are having a surgical maternity makeover, you will not be allowed to lift heavy loads for one month.
What are my mommy makeover procedure options?
Maternity Aesthetics is tailored to the patient’s preferences. Maternity aesthetics can include various combinations. Traditionally, standard maternity aesthetics have included tummy tuck and breast augmentation. Surgical maternity aesthetic options:
- Breast augmentation
- Breast lift
- Abdominoplasty
- Liposuction
- Vaginal rejuvenation
How is life after surgery?
Because maternity aesthetics is personalized to the needs and goals of the patient, protocols and recovery times vary. Many women get maternity aesthetics when their children are very young. Childcare during the recovery period requires careful planning. Most surgical procedures restrict weight lifting for 4-6 weeks after the operation; You may need someone else to perform tasks that require your child to be picked up or transported. Patients feel comfortable and self-confident enough to wear swimsuits within 1-3 months after the operation. The results are long-lasting and retain their permanence for years.
You can always consult experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Umut Suadiye to learn more about your personalized aesthetic needs.
References:
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, Mommy Makeover, https://www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/procedure-learning-center/body-procedures/mommy-makeover. Last Accessed: May 2023.
Stanford Medicine, Mommy Makeover, https://med.stanford.edu/cosmeticsurgery/aestheticservices/body/mommy-makeover.html. Last Accessed: May 2023.
