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- What Is a Mommy Makeover and What Does it Include?
- Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
- Is a Mommy Makeover Right for Me?
- Your Mommy Makeover Consultation
- The Mommy Makeover Procedure
- Mommy Makeover Healing and Recovery
- When Can I Get My Body Back?
- When Should I Stop Nursing?
- What if I Get Pregnant Again?
- How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost?
- Mommy Makeover FAQs
- Schedule a Consultation
A mommy makeover is the ultimate way to reverse the physical changes that come with pregnancy, childbirth, and nursing. This is achieved through a series of cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, and tummy tuck. Getting a mommy makeover in The Woodlands saves patients time and money.
What Is a Mommy Makeover and What Does it Include?
At Rivela Plastic Surgery, we understand that motherhood can be one of life’s greatest gifts. While this time of life is filled with blessings, for many mothers, it can involve a number of important sacrifices. At Rivela Plastic Surgery, we feel the way you look does not have to be one of them.
For moms who are having trouble reversing the physical changes that pregnancy and nursing can bring, a Mommy Makeover can help. With an array of effective cosmetic enhancement treatments, a Mommy Makeover can address a number of areas of the body, including the breasts, abdomen, and face to renew your appearance with results that look both natural and beautiful. Breast implants and breast reduction are options that can be included in a Mommy Makeover to increase breast size, restore volume, or alleviate discomfort from large breasts. Patients have the option to choose from various procedures based on their individual goals. A Mommy Makeover is tailored to address changes in a woman’s body after pregnancy, helping restore confidence and comfort.
Dr. Lucian Rivela is a father of three and several members of his nursing and support staff are experienced mothers who know and understand very well the physical toll that pregnancy, nursing, and child-rearing can take on a woman’s body. From this viewpoint, our team at Rivela Plastic Surgery can customize a Mommy Makeover treatment plan that addresses each woman’s unique needs and goals, helping you restore your pre-baby figure and enhance your self-esteem with personalized attention, compassionate care, and a natural-looking result.
Our board-certified plastic surgeon has been doing mommy makeovers since 1998 in the Houston, Conroe, and The Woodlands areas. Helping many new mothers and those who are in the midst of raising children and is highly skilled at improving the physiological effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding. Mommy makeover surgery offers a comprehensive approach to rejuvenation for women seeking to restore their bodies after childbirth.
Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
A Mommy Makeover offers a transformative way for women to reclaim their pre-pregnancy bodies and boost their self-confidence. By combining procedures such as tummy tuck, breast lift, and breast augmentation, this approach addresses the physical changes that often result from pregnancy and childbirth.
Many women find that a Mommy Makeover helps restore a more youthful, toned appearance by removing excess skin, tightening abdominal muscles, and enhancing the shape and size of the breasts. These changes not only improve the body’s contours but also help women feel more comfortable and confident in their own skin. For many, the procedure is an investment in both physical and emotional health, allowing them to feel revitalized and more like themselves after the demands of motherhood.
Ultimately, a Mommy Makeover can help women embrace the next chapter of their lives with renewed self-assurance and well-being.
Is a Mommy Makeover Right for Me?
Before considering a mommy makeover, make sure you meet the following criteria:
- Are in good medical health
- Are at or near your ideal body weight
- Are not a heavy smoker or drinker
- Have a positive outlook and realistic expectations
- Have no plans to become pregnant again
Your Mommy Makeover Consultation
A Mommy Makeover can encompass two or more cosmetic enhancement treatments, performed in combination or over a series of appointments. Dr. Rivela will meet with you in an initial consultation and talk with you about your goals. He will then discuss every available option that can help you meet those goals and answer all of your questions. Together, you and Dr. Rivela will come up with a treatment plan that might include different procedures depending on your individual needs.
The Mommy Makeover Procedure
The rigors of pregnancy and raising children can take their toll in a number of areas. Typically, the most prominent area of change is the abdomen. During pregnancy, the abdominal muscles can become stretched and pulled apart, and the area can accumulate fat that’s hard to get rid of, especially in women who have had multiple pregnancies in a short amount of time.
The breasts can also lose elasticity, taking on an appearance of sagginess and even losing volume. Pockets of fat can also form in a variety of body areas, proving difficult to eliminate even with strict diet and exercise. Plus, the stress and exhaustion of raising children can manifest in early lines and wrinkles forming along the face, giving you an appearance of being older than you actually are.
With procedures such as abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), liposuction, breast lift, breast augmentation, cosmetic injectables, and skin rejuvenation treatments, many of those after-pregnancy effects can be reversed or restored. Mommy makeover surgery often involves multiple procedures performed during a single operation to address these concerns. Many patients choose to combine surgeries, such as adding liposuction or breast procedures, for more comprehensive results.
Once general anesthesia has been administered, Dr. Rivela will make incisions and then perform the chosen procedures. Sutures may be used to close the incisions, and proper dressings will be applied. Recovery time varies depending on the number and type of procedures performed, and some patients might experience longer recovery times if multiple procedures are done. Most patients can expect to see significant improvement within a few weeks, but full results may take longer. Strenuous activities should be avoided for at least six weeks after surgery to ensure proper healing.
Mommy Makeover Healing and Recovery
One of the advantages of a mommy makeover is that you will only have to go through a single recovery period, which means a single recovery time. While healing is different for every patient, as well as the package of procedures you choose, your recovery time might vary depending on whether you have multiple procedures performed at once. Most patients can return to light activities within a few weeks, but full recovery may take longer. Patients who undergo multiple procedures might experience a longer recovery time.
Here are some important reminders to take note of:
- You’ll most likely need to wear post-surgical elastic support garments.
- Bruising and swelling may be visible after surgery, but will go away after some time.
- A follow-up appointment is needed to remove stitches.
- Strenuous activities must be avoided for at least six weeks.
When Can I Get My Body Back?
New mothers who wish to regain their pre-baby figure should wait at least six months after the birth of their last child before considering major cosmetic surgery procedures. The reason for this is that time may correct some areas you are concerned with naturally and/or through diet and exercise.
A mommy makeover is specifically designed to restore a woman’s body after pregnancy, addressing changes that may not respond to lifestyle modifications alone. Also, women who are breastfeeding or are planning to breastfeed are typically not candidates for breast enhancement procedures and therefore will need to wait at least six months before undergoing breast surgery.
However, once you have waited six months after pregnancy and breastfeeding, you may realize that the appearance of certain areas of the body is not improving. Then it may be the right time to consider cosmetic enhancement treatments.
When Should I Stop Nursing?
While Rivela Plastic Surgery is very supportive of nursing moms, we feel that how long you continue breastfeeding is your decision. Most women set goals for breastfeeding between three months and a year, though we have had patients who breastfeed for two years or even longer. It will depend on how you feel emotionally, as well as your personal circumstances.
Returning to work doesn’t mean that breastfeeding has to end. At one time, we had two staff members at Rivela Plastic Surgery who were both breastfeeding and working moms.
The important thing is that it is up to you.
What if I Get Pregnant Again?
Future pregnancies will affect your surgical result. For this reason, it is recommended that mothers should wait at least six months after the birth and nursing of their last child before undergoing a cosmetic surgical procedure. However, we have had patients who gave birth and have nursed their children after having cosmetic surgery. Happy Parenting!
How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost?
A mommy makeover is highly personalized to every patient. This means that the actual cost includes surgeon fees, anesthesia, facility charges, and other related expenses. The price for this type of procedure might also vary depending on the surgeries you select, the techniques employed, and additional costs like prescription medications and general anesthesia. Patients also have the option to add additional procedures, which may affect the total cost.
Mommy Makeover FAQs
What is all included in a Mommy Makeover?
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Are Mommy Makeovers dangerous?
What does a mommy makeover cost?
Do you lose weight after a mommy makeover?
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When will I see the final results of my mommy makeover?
What type of anesthesia is used of a mommy makeover?
Are the results of a mommy makeover permanent?
When can I start exercising after a mommy makeover?
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Schedule a Consultation
Get your mommy makeover in The Woodlands with Dr. Lucian Rivela. He is an award-winning board-certified plastic surgeon who can help you achieve your own definition of beauty. To schedule your consultation with Dr. Rivela, contact us today.
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Just had my first surgery and boy did I feel like first class service! The staff is so attentive, the surgery center is amazing, and I can't wait for my next procedure! If you're looking for a mommy make over, look no further than right here! Dr. Rivela will have you in good hands! …Read More…Read Less
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