Becoming a mother is one of the greatest experiences in the world. However, pregnancy can take a toll on a human’s body. Luckily, today, plastic surgeons are offering procedures called "
mommy makeovers" a makeover that addresses the parts of a woman’s post-pregnancy body in a single session surgery. If you are unhappy with your post-pregnancy body and considering getting a
Houston mommy makeover, the following list might help you get a better sense of what the procedure entails, what you can expect from the process, and if you’re a candidate to have one.
Mommy Makeovers Target Multiple Areas
While a mommy makeover is usually a procedure that is completed in just one session, it targets multiple parts of the body. Usually, a mommy makeover includes a
tummy tuck, a
breast lift or
breast augmentation, and fat removal via
liposuction in Houston. Some plastic surgeons may also offer skin tightening, cellulite treatment, and stretch mark elimination.
It’s Key to Wait for a Period After Pregnancy
You may want to get back to your pre-pregnancy body right away once you’ve had a mommy makeover, but most doctors recommend that your let your body completely heal for about six months after you have children. The doctor should be able to tell the actual size of your breasts, so you should no longer be breastfeeding.
You Shouldn’t Have One Until You’re Done Having Kids
If you think you may have another child after your pregnancy is finished, it doesn’t make sense for you to get a mommy makeover. The results of a mommy makeover will be affected by another pregnancy, and it’s safest to wait until you’ve decided that you’re no longer going to get pregnant. This will ensure the most long-lasting results.
You May Need Help During the Recovery Period
If you’re getting a mommy makeover, there’s a good chance that you have kids at home. However, right after the procedure, you’ll need a week or two to completely recover — when you can’t move around easily. During this period, it’s smart to enlist help from someone else to aid you with childcare. With a little extra support, you can be sure that you heal well and feel as comfortable as possible, and that your child or children are safe and happy during the process.
It Should Accompany Healthy Living
While getting a mommy makeover is a great way to reverse some effects pregnancy has had on your body, it can’t be thought of as a replacement for a healthy lifestyle. It’s key to incorporate exercise and healthy eating in the months before the mommy makeover, which can also help reverse some of the effects that pregnancy has had as well. Healthy living can help you naturally lose weight and increase muscle tone, and it can help you feel good, too. While a healthy lifestyle is important, there are some things that surgery can fix that exercise can’t, including loose skin, small breasts, or a torn abdominal wall.
If you are considering making changes to your post-pregnancy body, you may consider getting a mommy makeover. Double board certified
Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Schusterman can give you a mommy makeover that helps you feel more confident about your body, so that you can happily enjoy life with your new addition.
Disclaimer: *Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.
