As the name suggests, mommy makeovers have traditionally been an initiative for moms who want to take control of their post-partum bodies. Desiring to restore their flatter tummies and body contours to their pre-pregnancy state, many decide to consider surgical options after not seeing the results that diet and exercise alone can provide. The mommy makeover procedure is designed to restore a mother's body to its pre-pregnancy shape and enhance individual features.
Having proven to provide dramatic and well-received results, mommy makeovers have become a popular option for any woman displeased with their general physique, especially those who have experienced significant weight loss. A fluctuation in weight can result in the same physical symptoms experienced by post-partum mothers, including sagging and deflated breasts, loose abdominal skin, and stubborn fatty areas, making a mommy makeover or “full body transformations” an option for these women as well.
A mommy makeover is a combination of surgical treatments, non-surgical treatments, or both, with each one specifically tailored to meet your aesthetics goals, but all designed to enhance your feminine well-being and confidence!
In many scenarios, a combination of surgical options will produce the most dramatic results. While under anesthesia, the surgeon can more aggressively address multiple target areas at once, as opposed to undergoing multiple surgeries for each individual concern. In turn, the patient requires less time to recuperate, less time off from work, and less time avoiding exercise than if each procedure was performed individually.
Also, as you can imagine, patients are typically even more ‘wowed’ with their results and feel more harmonious and proportional by targeting adjacent areas at the same time. Some of the most common surgical procedures included in a mommy makeover include:
Some patients prefer a less invasive option when it comes to getting their bodies back. These options can be highly effective in improving the appearance of the body and restoring self-confidence. Here are just a few of the many options available:
When evaluating if a mommy makeover is right for you, you’ll want to take into account the following and discuss these considerations with your plastic surgeon during an initial consultation:
One of the most crucial aspects to consider is your overall health. Patients with certain health conditions may not be eligible for elective procedures, such as those involved in a mommy makeover. If considering surgery after pregnancy, ideally, one should wait about six months and feel like the changes in their body have plateaued. For moms undergoing a breast lift or augmentation, they should also have weaned from breastfeeding at least four months before surgery, giving themselves time to see how their breasts will settle in.
Individuals who are interested in a mommy makeover as a result of fluctuating weight instead of pregnancy should ideally be close to their goal weight at the time any procedure is conducted and should have maintained this weight loss for a period of six months or more.
As with any surgery, there are risks associated with procedures included in a mommy makeover. To ensure safety and optimal results, patients should only work with plastic surgeon that is board-certified and experienced in the field, such as Boston area Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dina Eliopoulos. To ensure that the plastic surgeon is a good fit, consider asking the following questions before surgery:
While some procedures may have minimal recovery time, others may inhibit your normal activities for many weeks or require multiple follow-up appointments. For example, breast surgery or liposuction may only require one week of recovery, while abdominoplasty procedures may take up to 2 weeks out of work. Typically, patients will need to take a break from exercising for 4-6 weeks, depending on the procedures performed. Consider asking the following questions to get a better understanding of what recovery will look like for your specific procedures:
The best way to learn if a mommy makeover is right for you is through a personal plastic surgery consultation with Boston area mommy makeover provider Dr. Eliopoulos at Eliopoulos Plastic Surgery and Med Spa. During the consultation process, you will discuss your goals, and Dr. Eliopoulos will recommend the best combination of procedures to help you achieve your complete body transformation. You will learn about these procedures, the recovery process, possible risks and recommendations to optimize your healing, and the costs associated.
Plastic surgery isn’t just about people changing their look—it's about making you feel good about being you. Whether you need breast augmentation, a breast lift, liposuction or Botox, Dr. Dina Eliopoulos is here for you. For over 20 years, patients have sought out the care and results that Dr. Eliopoulos can create in her beautiful Chelmsford, Massachusetts office. The peace of mind that comes from a board-certified, residency- and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon is hard to parallel. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Eliopoulos today to experience the difference for yourself.
