While bringing a child into the world is miraculous, pregnancy can be hard on a woman's body. The physical changes after pregnancy can take a toll on your body. Are you still unhappy with the appearance of your body even after exercising and dieting? If so, consider looking into the growing trend of mommy makeovers.
 

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover describes a group of cosmetic procedures designed to help restore a woman's body to its pre-pregnancy appearance. It can include several procedures but typically combines breast enhancement and abdominal and body contouring. A mommy makeover has several advantages, including the following:

Improved Physical Comfort

Pregnancy and childbirth can result in physical discomforts, such as stretched skin and weakened muscles. A mommy makeover can help alleviate these concerns by making a woman feel more physically at ease in her skin.

Improved Self-esteem

Pregnancy and childbirth can be taxing on your body, causing you to feel self-conscious about your appearance after giving birth. This procedure can boost your self-esteem and confidence by restoring your body to its pre-pregnancy state.

Clothing Fits Better

Pregnancy and childbirth can cause changes in your body size and shape. That can make it challenging to find clothes that fit well. A mommy makeover can restore your body to its pre-pregnancy size and shape, allowing you to find clothes that fit well and flatter your figure.

Improved Body Contour 

The combination of mommy makeover procedures can help you look more youthful, toned, and contoured.

What You Should Not Do After a Mommy Makeover

You should avoid doing certain things after your makeover to ensure the best possible outcome and reduce the risk of complications. These include:

• Avoid sun exposure after your makeover to protect your skin and avoid hyperpigmentation. Wear protective clothing and sunscreen with a high SPF if you must go outside.

• Avoid strenuous activity, such as lifting heavy objects or engaging in high-impact exercise, for at least six weeks after a mommy makeover. That allows your body to heal properly and decreases the possibility of complications.

• Wear loose-fitting clothing to avoid putting pressure on your incisions and disrupting the healing process. That will allow your body to heal properly.

• After your makeover, keeping your incisions clean and dry is critical. Take care to avoid exposing them to water, such as by bathing or swimming, until your plastic surgeon gives you the all-clear.

• After your mommy makeover, smoking can slow healing and increase the likelihood of complications. Stop smoking before and after the procedure for the best results.

Conclusion

Plastic surgeons typically perform a mommy makeover as a single surgery. However, they can perform the procedures separately if desired. Mommy makeovers, typically performed under general anesthesia, usually require several weeks of a recovery period.

To determine if this treatment is proper for you and to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals, consult a qualified plastic surgeon like Dr. Eberle at Weston Center for Plastic Surgery.

For more on mommy makeovers and how to maximize the results and recovery process, contact Weston Center for Plastic Surgery at 954-507-4540.