Most Common Mommy Makeover Procedures

During pregnancy and childbirth, a woman's body goes through a range of changes. Unfortunately, the effect of these changes often produces unwanted body results, such as sagging skin, weight gain, and sagging breasts. If you are like many other women and pregnancy and childbirth has wreaked havoc on your body, and you are frustrated over your postpartum body, there is good news. Many women choose to have a mommy makeover after giving birth, which not only allows you to get back your pre-baby body, but also boosts your self-esteem and confidence. Here are some of the most common types of procedures for a mommy makeover.

Customized Mommy Makeover Procedures

Everyone's body is different, and each woman has their own desires when it comes to their appearance. Mommy makeovers are designed to address each individual woman's specific needs when it comes to improving their appearance after pregnancy and childbirth. Whether you are struggling with fat deposits or sagging breasts, there is a mommy makeover surgery option to give you back your confidence and self-esteem. Some of the most common procedure options include:

Breast surgery

During pregnancy, breasts naturally become enlarged, so following pregnancy and breastfeeding, your breasts may begin to droop or sag. A breast lift and/or enlargement can help to correct the problems many women experience with their breasts following pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Tummy tuck

A tummy tuck is one of the most requested procedures moms request following pregnancy and childbirth. During pregnancy, your skin naturally stretches and expands to allow for your growing baby. Unfortunately, many women experience difficulty with the skin of their abdomen tightening back up after childbirth. A tummy tuck is a procedure used to remove the excess skin and fat from your abdomen, tighten the area, and reposition your belly button, which allows you to have the abdomen you had (or always wanted) prior to pregnancy.

Liposuction

During a liposuction procedure, your surgeon uses a special device to suction excess fat from beneath your skin. This procedure is especially beneficial for removing stubborn fat deposits. and although the tummy area is the most common part of the body, the procedure is beneficial for the stomach as well as your neck, arms, thighs, back, and hips. Liposuction can generally be performed at the same time as other procedures, such as a tummy tuck or breast lift.

Good candidates for a mommy makeover are women who are done having children whose problem areas aren't responding to other lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise. If you are considering a mommy makeover procedure, it's important that you allow your body to stabilize following childbirth. It is typically recommended that women wait at least six months to one year for their body to fully recover after giving birth.

For more information, contact a local clinic like Dr. Marcos Cosmetic Surgery and MedSpa.