Giving birth and being a mom are life-changing events that can be exciting and overwhelming. New moms often struggle with post-pregnancy body changes such as stubborn fat deposits, weight gain, shrinking or sagging breasts, stretch marks, etc. Some of these changes are worrisome; however, you can opt for a mommy makeover treatment to solve them and regain your self-esteem.
What is Mommy Makeover?
Mommy makeover refers to a group of body contouring procedures designed to help women reverse physical changes that may have occurred after childbirth. These procedures are customized to suit the patients’ needs and could range from simple non-surgical options such as Botox and fillers to advanced treatments such as breast lift and liposuction. Similarly, it’s possible to combine any of these procedures provided your doctor confirms that you qualify for all of them.
Who Qualifies for It?
While all women who want to regain their pre-pregnancy body can qualify for a mommy makeover, there are a couple of factors that your doctor will consider before you are deemed fit for any or all of the available procedures. During the first consultation, your doctor will consider the following factors to ascertain that you qualify for a mommy makeover treatment:
- Health Records: To avoid the chances of developing complications, you should be free from any underlying medical issues such as diabetes, cancer, or high blood pressure. You also want to inform the doctor of any other severe health conditions or unhealthy habits such as smoking. With the latter, the doctor may recommend that you stop smoking for at least one month before undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery.
- Healthy Weight: Before opting for a mommy makeover treatment, it’s worth noting that it’s not a substitute for any weight loss program. And while some surgery procedures done during the makeover may help you shave off some extra fat, the whole treatment isn’t purposely designed to help you lose the post-pregnancy weight gain. In other words, you should be within the 30 pounds range of your ideal weight before undergoing surgery. The reason for this is that undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery before losing the post-pregnancy weight means that you’ll still have to undergo another surgery to fix the loose skin after dealing with the extra pounds.
- Future Pregnancies: Each pregnancy will leave some changes on your body, and having subsequent cosmetic surgeries may not be a sage idea. If you are to minimize the risks of complications or scarring due to multiple or revision surgeries, it’s best to opt for a mommy makeover once you’re done having children.
Mommy Makeover Treatment Options
Mommy makeover treatment may involve one or any combination of the following options:
- Liposuction: This procedure eliminates stubborn fat deposits and is common among moms who want to remove fat in specific areas such as the hips and abdomen.
- Tummy Tucks: This procedure removes loose skin around the midsection, giving you a firm, well-defined appearance.
- Breast Lift/Reduction: Breast lift allows for repositioning to attain the perfect shape and definition, while breast reduction removes extra tissue and skin to achieve the desired size.
- Breast Augmentation: If you want to add volume to a shrinking breast, breast augmentation can be paired with a breast lift to attain the perfect cup size.
- Labiaplasty: This is both a functional and cosmetic plastic surgery of the labia minora, often done to achieve symmetry within the vulva region.
Your Trusted Surgeon for Safe Mommy Makeovers
Achieving your perfect body after giving birth isn’t as complicated as it sounds. At Lake County Plastic Surgery, we serve all patients from the greater Libertyville, IL area. We are dedicated to making your dreams come true via our surgical and non-surgical mommy makeover procedures. Our cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Aras Tijunelis, is well-versed in the field of reconstructive surgery, and he’s passionate about bringing comfort and reassurance when you need it the most.
Book an appointment today, and Dr. Tijunelis will schedule a call with you to discuss your body reshaping goals, health concerns, expectations, and everything in between.