Mommy Makeovers in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco
If you’ve had children, especially if you’ve had more than one, you know what pregnancy and breastfeeding can do to your body. Those nine months of carrying a baby in your belly, hours of labor, and the additional months of breastfeeding all add up to changes that are not at all what you necessarily want to see when you look in the mirror.
While the gift of having your child is something you would never trade for, you don’t have to choose between being a mother and having the body that you want for yourself. Many Los Angeles mothers of all ages have been undergoing mommy makeover procedures to take back their figures and show moms don’t have to sacrifice looking or feeling sexy.
How Does A Mommy MakeOver Work?
A mommy makeover is a name given to a combination of breast enhancement and body contouring procedures designed to address the effects of pregnancy on the female body.
Common problems can be improved with a mommy makeover, such as:
- Sagging breasts
- Breasts that have lost volume
- Loose abdominal skin
- Stubborn hard-to-lose fat
Many of these changes cannot be solved with diet and exercise alone, so all-too-often, mothers simply go on living unhappily with their bodies. Women who undergo a mommy makeover are many times brought to tears upon seeing their life-changing results.
Each woman’s body experiences pregnancy differently, so not every woman considering a mommy makeover will require all of the same procedures. Normally, a mommy makeover will include some combination of breast enhancement (such as breast augmentation or a breast lift) and body contouring (tummy tuck, liposuction, etc). Each procedure will address a different problem. It is recommended that women considering a mommy makeover are done having children so as to avoid diminishing the results due to future pregnancies.
The Wave Approach: Your Complete Transformation Journey
At Wave Plastic Surgery, we understand that a mommy makeover represents more than physical changes – it’s often a psychological reset and a pivotal moment in reclaiming your confidence. While many practices focus solely on standard procedures, our surgeons encourage you to think more globally about your transformation goals.
Beyond Traditional Mommy Makeover Procedures
Your mommy makeover doesn’t have to be limited to the typical combination of breast and abdominal procedures. Our comprehensive approach allows you to address multiple concerns in a single surgical experience, creating a more complete transformation that addresses all your aesthetic goals.
Additional areas we can address include:
- Neck tightening and jawline definition for overall facial harmony
- Arm lifts to eliminate excess skin from weight fluctuations
- Inner thigh lifts to complete your lower body transformation
- Comprehensive body contouring that addresses all your aesthetic concerns
The Watershed Moment Philosophy
Many of our patients find that their mommy makeover represents a watershed moment – a turning point that motivates them to implement the diet and exercise regimen they’ve been planning. This procedure often becomes the catalyst for embracing a healthier, more confident version of yourself.
The point is, you get to decide what your mommy makeover means for you. Our role is to help you achieve that vision safely and effectively.
Why Women Choose Mommy Makeovers
Every patient approaches the decision for aesthetic surgery differently, and understanding these motivations helps us create personalized treatment plans that address your specific goals and concerns.
Reclaiming Your Pre-Pregnancy Body
For many of our patients, a mommy makeover presents an opportunity to “reclaim the physique of their youth.” Pregnancy and breastfeeding create changes that diet and exercise alone cannot reverse, including several key physical changes.
These changes often include:
- Stretched abdominal muscles that remain separated (diastasis recti)
- Excess skin that has lost elasticity
- Breast volume loss and position changes
- Stubborn fat deposits in new locations
Addressing Pre-Existing Concerns
Other patients use their mommy makeover as a chance to address issues that actually predate their pregnancies. Perhaps you’ve always been self-conscious about certain areas of your body, and becoming a mother has given you the motivation to finally address these concerns.
The Emotional Transformation
Our patients consistently tell us that they feel different after their procedures – not just physically, but emotionally. The confidence boost that comes from feeling comfortable in your own skin again extends far beyond the physical results, positively impacting relationships, career confidence, and overall quality of life.
Are You a Good Candidate? Wave's Comprehensive Evaluation Process
At Wave Plastic Surgery, we perform a rigorous preoperative evaluation to ensure you’re an ideal candidate for mommy makeover surgery. This thorough assessment helps us achieve the best possible outcomes while prioritizing your safety.
Essential Candidacy Requirements
Determining whether you’re ready for a mommy makeover involves several important considerations that we review during your consultation.
- Family Planning Completion: The most important question we ask is: “Are you sure you do not want to have any more children?” Future pregnancies can significantly diminish your surgical results, making it crucial that you’re finished with childbearing.
- Weight Stability: You should be at or near your target weight before surgery. A mommy makeover is designed for body shaping and contouring, not weight loss. The closer you can come to achieving your ideal weight prior to the procedure, the better your postoperative results will be.
- Realistic Expectations: Understanding what mommy makeover can and cannot achieve is essential for satisfaction with your results.
- Good Overall Health: You must be physically and emotionally prepared for surgery and the recovery process.
Why Weight Matters Before Surgery
Many patients mistakenly believe that mommy makeover procedures will help them lose significant weight. However, these procedures are specifically designed to address different concerns than weight loss.
These procedures are designed to:
- Remove excess skin that won’t respond to diet and exercise
- Tighten separated abdominal muscles
- Reposition and reshape breast tissue
- Eliminate stubborn fat deposits through targeted liposuction
For optimal results, we recommend reaching your goal weight through proper diet and exercise before your surgery date.
Debunking Common Mommy Makeover Misconceptions
Our experienced surgeons regularly address misconceptions that can lead to unrealistic expectations or disappointment with results. Understanding these common misunderstandings helps ensure you have realistic expectations for your procedure.
Misconception 1: "It's a Weight Loss Procedure"
Reality: Mommy makeovers are body contouring procedures, not weight loss solutions. While you may lose some pounds from tissue removal, the primary goal is reshaping and tightening your existing contours.
Misconception 2: "Recovery Will Be Easy Since It's Elective"
Reality: Multiple procedures performed simultaneously require significant recovery time and proper support. Planning for adequate help at home is essential for proper healing.
Misconception 3: "Results Are Immediate"
Reality: While you’ll notice changes immediately after surgery, final results develop over several months as swelling subsides and tissues settle into their new positions.
Misconception 4: "All Mommy Makeovers Are the Same"
Reality: Every mommy makeover is customized based on your specific anatomy, concerns, and goals. No two procedures are identical.
How Long Will it Take to Recover from a Mommy Makeover?
Recovering from your mommy makeover will take some time, so it is important you have plenty of help from your family as you heal. Now is your chance to rest in bed or on the couch while your children and spouse help with the chores around the house. Most women will need about 10-14 days before returning to work and their daily routines.
As your body continues to heal, bruising and swelling will go down and your scars will begin to fade. You will begin feeling the way you did before becoming pregnant, maybe even better! Our Los Angeles mommy makeover patients have seen incredible results with their procedures and often go on to live happier lives now that they are comfortable with their bodies.
Recovery Timeline: What to Realistically Expect
Recovery time for your mommy makeover depends on which procedures are incorporated into your surgical plan. Our surgeons review postoperative care and recovery expectations in granular detail during your preoperative consultation.
Standard Recovery Timeline
Understanding what to expect during each phase of recovery helps you plan appropriately and set realistic expectations for your healing process.
- Rest and initial healing phase
- Pain management with prescribed medications
- Limited mobility to prevent complications
- Gradual increase in light activities
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing
- Continued rest and assistance with daily tasks
- Many patients can return to desk work
- Light household activities may resume
- Continued restrictions on lifting and strenuous activity
- Increased activity levels as cleared by your surgeon
- Exercise restrictions may be gradually lifted
- Continued improvement in comfort and mobility
- Final results become apparent as swelling fully resolves
- All activities typically cleared
- Scars continue to mature and fade
Planning for Success
Two weeks is a good rule of thumb for the most common combination of tummy tuck, breast lift/augmentation, and liposuction. However, your specific recovery timeline will be determined by several factors.
Your recovery will depend on:
- Which procedures are included in your makeover
- Your individual healing characteristics
- How well you follow postoperative instructions
- The support system you have at home
Essential Recovery Support
Now is your chance to rest while family members help with household responsibilities. Proper recovery support is not optional – it’s essential for achieving optimal results and preventing complications.
Liposuction + Tummy Tuck: The Core of a Mommy Makeover
For many moms, restoring core strength and a flatter midsection is a top priority. That’s why tummy tuck and liposuction are often performed together as part of a mommy makeover. This powerful combo removes unwanted fat, tightens skin, and repairs abdominal muscles—helping you feel confident in your body again.
See how a tummy tuck with liposuction can help complete your transformation.
Why Choose Wave for Your Mommy Makeover
Our comprehensive approach to mommy makeover surgery goes beyond technical expertise to address the emotional and psychological aspects of your transformation journey.
Personalized Treatment Planning
We work with you to define exactly what your mommy makeover means for your goals and lifestyle, creating a surgical plan that addresses your complete wish list rather than limiting you to standard procedure combinations.
Rigorous Safety Standards
Our thorough preoperative evaluation process ensures you’re an ideal candidate for surgery, maximizing your safety and the likelihood of achieving your desired outcomes.
Emotional Support Throughout Your Journey
We understand that this procedure often represents a significant emotional milestone. Our team provides support and guidance throughout your entire experience, from initial consultation through complete recovery.
Your mommy makeover journey is unique to you, and our role is to help you achieve your personal vision of transformation safely and effectively.
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