At Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis (PSG), we understand the physical toll pregnancy and childbirth can take on a woman's body. Our board-certified plastic surgeons specialize in mommy makeovers, offering personalized combinations of procedures to help you regain your pre-pregnancy figure. With years of experience and a commitment to individualized care, we provide safe, effective solutions tailored to your unique needs and goals.
At Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis (PSG), we understand the physical toll pregnancy and childbirth can take on a woman's body. Our board-certified plastic surgeons specialize in mommy makeovers, offering personalized combinations of procedures to help you regain your pre-pregnancy figure. With years of experience and a commitment to individualized care, we provide safe, effective solutions tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Mommy Makeover at a Glance
A mommy makeover is a common way to describe the combination of breast surgery, abdominal surgery, and labiaplasty. Based on your surgeon's recommendations, these surgeries can be performed either all at once or in stages. At Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis, we tailor each mommy makeover to the patient's needs. We'll perform your surgery as an outpatient, and your recovery will take 1-2 weeks.
Pregnancy can cause undesirable changes to a woman’s body, including significant weight gain. Your breasts enlarge during pregnancy and then even more so while breastfeeding. After your pregnancy and weaning your child, your breasts may decrease in size, lose upper pole fullness, and/or droop. Breast rejuvenation can involve a lift, reduction, augmentation, or a combination of augmentation and lifting.
Your abdominal area can change a lot during pregnancy. Your muscles distract to make room for your growing baby, the overlying skin stretches, and you see an increase in localized fat deposits. We can improve the contour of your abdomen post-pregnancy with a tummy tuck (with or without liposuction).
On the day of your surgery, our experienced team will perform the combination of procedures you've chosen. This typically includes breast surgery (such as augmentation, lift, or reduction) and abdominal surgery (like a tummy tuck with or without liposuction). Some patients also opt for labiaplasty.
We perform mommy makeovers as outpatient procedures, meaning you can return home the same day. The surgery is done under general anesthesia and typically takes several hours, depending on the specific procedures involved.
A mommy makeover can address various post-pregnancy concerns, including:
Our skilled surgeons will assess your concerns and create a personalized treatment plan to achieve your desired results.
A mommy makeover primarily focuses on the breasts and abdomen, the areas most affected by pregnancy and childbirth. However, it can also include other areas based on your needs, such as the thighs, hips, love handles (flanks), or labia.
A mommy makeover primarily focuses on the breasts and abdomen, the areas most affected by pregnancy and childbirth. However, it can also include other areas based on your needs, such as the thighs, hips, love handles (flanks), or labia.
A mommy makeover offers numerous benefits:
A mommy makeover addresses multiple concerns in one surgical session, providing comprehensive rejuvenation with a single recovery period.
Ideal candidates for a mommy makeover are women who:
During your consultation at Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis, our board-certified surgeons will evaluate your health history and aesthetic goals to determine if a mommy makeover is right for you.
Recovery from a mommy makeover varies depending on the specific procedures performed. Most patients can return to light activities within 1-2 weeks, but complete recovery may take several weeks to months.
You'll need to arrange for help during the first few days after surgery, especially if you have young children. We'll provide detailed aftercare instructions, including how to care for your incisions, when to resume normal activities, and how to manage discomfort. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled to monitor your healing progress.
After surgery, you'll notice an immediate change in your body contours, but the final results become apparent as swelling subsides over the following months. Most patients see their final results within 3-6 months.
The results of a mommy makeover can be long-lasting, especially if you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. However, future pregnancies or significant weight fluctuations can affect your results.
We recommend waiting at least six months after childbirth and completing breastfeeding before undergoing a mommy makeover.
Depending on your goals and health status, additional procedures can often be incorporated into your mommy makeover plan.
Some breast surgeries may affect breastfeeding ability. Discuss this with your surgeon during your consultation if you're planning future pregnancies.
Most patients take 1-2 weeks off, depending on the procedures performed and the nature of their work.
