Waseem Mohiuddin, MD

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Understanding Mommy Makeovers: A Comprehensive Guide

A mommy makeover is a customizable combination of procedures designed to restore a woman’s pre-pregnancy body. It often includes breast augmentation or lift, tummy tuck, and liposuction to address the physical changes from pregnancy. If you’re ready to put yourself first and feel confident again, a mommy makeover could be the perfect solution.

Mother hugging her child and smiling, representing confidence after a mommy makeover.

Becoming a mom, in many cases, entails embracing a variety of physical changes. In some cases, these changes cannot be reversed with exercise and diet adjustments alone. This is where a “Mommy Makeover” comes into play—a customizable surgical procedure designed to restore and enhance a woman’s pre-pregnancy body. After all the sacrifices you make on a daily basis, you deserve to put yourself first. Thus, here’s everything you need to know about mommy makeovers.

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

Donna Ball once said, “Motherhood is a choice you make every day to put someone else’s happiness and well-being ahead of your own.” A mommy makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures tailored to address the physical changes women experience after pregnancy, putting her first. The goal is to restore confidence and improve the appearance of areas most affected by pregnancy, such as the breasts, abdomen, waist, and sometimes the thighs and buttocks.

Key Components of a Mommy Makeover

The term “mommy makeover” isn’t tied to one specific procedure; rather, it’s a customizable treatment plan. Here are the most common surgeries included:

  1. Breast Augmentation, Lift, or Reduction: every breast is different, so you don’t have to get too deep into the details – that’s our job!
  2. Tummy Tuck: which tightens, flattens, and gives you a curvier shape. 
  3. Liposuction: because your body is unique, we will work with you on your personalized body sculpting plan.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?

The ideal candidate for a mommy makeover is a healthy, non-smoking woman who has finished having children and fully recovered from her most recent pregnancy. Your BMI, calculated from your height and weight, also plays a significant role. It’s crucial to discuss your weight with your plastic surgeon to ensure you’re at a healthy level, as this helps minimize the risk of complications. If you need assistance in this area, our Bloom Medical Spa has an entire weight loss team, dedicated to guiding you on your journey that aligns with your goals and preferences.  There, we offer a wide variety of treatment plans for weight loss including B12, Fat Burners, and Semaglutide injections. 

Final Thoughts

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with a mommy makeover. For this reason, it’s crucial to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon with experience in performing mommy makeovers. From medical school to plastic surgery residency, our doctors at the Advanced Institute for Plastic Surgery have trained rigorously to be the best in the field. Their surgical experience and artistic expressions have provided extensive leadership in plastic surgery in Temecula, Murrieta, Riverside, Redlands, Loma Linda, and beyond. 

In order to make sure that you have a speedy recovery, our doctors take extra measures to ensure you get the best treatment possible. Some of these measures include:

  • Celecoxib: decreasing the need for narcotics after surgery. 
  • Exparel: reducing the pain with long-acting injections during surgery.
  • Arnica & Bromelain: helping to decrease inflammation, swelling, and decrease inflammation and bruising. 
  • Emend & Zofran: dramatically cutting down on nausea and vomiting.  
  • Scar Therapy: improving the appearance of scars as you heal. 
  • Pre-surgical Prep: a science-based regimen to optimize the procedure’s outcome. 

A mommy makeover can be a life-changing decision, helping women reclaim their bodies and boost their self-confidence after pregnancy. If you’re considering this transformative procedure, take the time to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals, options, and expectations. Motherhood is beautiful, and with the right care, you can feel confident, empowered, and comfortable in your skin again.

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* Dr. Mohiuddin is board eligible with the American Board of Plastic Surgery.