Mommy Makeover

Balancing motherhood and self-care: The role of mommy makeovers in reconnecting with yourself

Siamak Agha, MD, PhD, FACS | Newport Beach, CA Wednesday, August 30, 2023

The mommy makeover has emerged as a popular solution in the field of plastic surgery, offering mothers the opportunity to regain their confidence, enhance their appearance and prioritize self-care.

How much does a mommy makeover cost?

Camille G. Cash, MD | Houston, TX Tuesday, November 8, 2022

When it comes to the cost of a mommy makeover, a few factors come into play. Knowing what may affect your cost and understanding the financial resources available to you is a great place to start your research.

What will your mommy makeover scars look like?

Scot A. Martin, MD | Las Cruces, NM Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Mommy makeover procedures continue to be a popular option for women who want to tone, tighten and reshape their bodies after pregnancy.

Better breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS | Seattle, WA Tuesday, February 8, 2022

It's not uncommon for mothers who are no longer breastfeeding to feel that their bodies no longer look as voluptuous and youthful as they did pre-pregnancy.

Everything you need to know about mommy makeovers

Erica Bartlett, MD | Houston, TX Tuesday, July 27, 2021

A mommy makeover is designed to address your post-pregnancy body concerns and help bring you back to your pre-pregnancy form through several surgical options.

Three contouring options for your post-quarantine body

Scot Martin, MD | Las Cruces, NM Tuesday, January 26, 2021

If quarantine has been hard on you, there's still plenty of time to get in shape in 2021, and some body contouring options that can help you feel your best in what we all hope is a more joyous and satisfying post-COVID world.

Five things you need to know about a mommy makeover

Sean Doherty, MD | Brookline, MA Thursday, November 5, 2020

The mommy makeover has become incredibly popular over the last decade as it allows plastic surgeons to address multiple problem areas in a single surgery.

Are you a good candidate for a mommy makeover?

Shahram Salemy, MD FACS | Seattle, WA Tuesday, September 15, 2020

In recent years, plastic surgeons have performed more than half a million cosmetic procedures for moms who have made the choice to take back control of their bodies and regain their confidence after having given birth.

Finding the right time for a mommy makeover

Frederic Corbin, MD | Beverly Hills, CA Wednesday, July 8, 2020

A mommy makeover is a procedure for women who are dissatisfied with the physical changes brought about by pregnancy and childbirth.

Patience is important after your mommy makeover

Scot Martin, MD | Las Cruces, NM Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Motherhood is a beautiful experience. Yet, while mothers adore their children, they are often left feeling unhappy with the ways pregnancy and childbirth have changed their bodies.

A plastic surgery Q&A with ASPS President Alan Matarasso, MD, FACS

Alan Matarasso, MD, FACS | New York, NY Tuesday, April 9, 2019

ASPS compiled six of the most popular questions from its Ask a Surgeon service and asked ASPS President Alan Matarasso, MD, FACS, to provide answers.

Weighing your anesthesia options for a mommy makeover

Jennifer Harrington, MD | Minneapolis, MN Tuesday, January 8, 2019

As exciting as motherhood can be, it can also take a toll on your body. Pregnancy, childbirth and nursing can leave many women feeling insecure about their post-baby bodies.

What to expect during your mommy makeover recovery

Frank Campanile, MD | Denver, CO Friday, October 5, 2018

To help you prepare for a smooth, stress-free mommy makeover recovery, take a look at what you can expect at each step of the way and what you can do to help ensure optimal healing and results.

What is included in a mommy makeover?

Ravi Somayazula, DO | Houston, TX Friday, April 27, 2018

The mommy makeover is one of today's most popular combination plastic surgery techniques, designed specifically to address common issues faced by women who have been through pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Six questions every woman should ask at her mommy makeover consultation

Scot Martin, MD | Las Cruces, NM Tuesday, April 10, 2018

To help give you peace of mind and make sure you're completely prepared at every step of the way, be sure to ask these six questions during your mommy makeover consultation.

Everything you need to know about a mommy makeover

Kevin Tehrani, MD | New York, NY Wednesday, January 3, 2018

In today's culture, we're bombarded with images of celebrities who look inexplicably trim just months after giving birth. This has led to a heightened demand for the series of procedures called a "mommy makeover."

Mommy makeover – when diet and exercise aren't enough

Shruti Tannan, MD | Raleigh, NC Friday, November 10, 2017

Even the best diet and exercise regimen may not be enough to reverse some of the permanent changes to a woman's body after pregnancy. This is where a mommy makeover procedure can help.

Three contouring methods to declare your independence from a post-baby body

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD | Houston, TX Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Plastic surgeons have an arsenal of innovative body contouring procedures that can help you get back to your pre-baby body.

What are the most common procedures in a mommy makeover?

Rod Rohrich, MD, FACS | Dallas, TX Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Having children is a wonderful experience, but motherhood can produce some significant changes to a woman's body.

Mommy makeover – how much does it cost?

Christopher Knotts, MD | Reston, VA Wednesday, July 19, 2017

When it comes to the critically acclaimed mommy makeover, there are a variety of factors that contribute to the total cost and can vary widely per patient.

Mommy makeover – what it is and isn't

Michael Burgdorf, MD | Nashville, TN Tuesday, March 28, 2017

A "mommy makeover" combines several plastic surgery procedures to restore a woman's body after childbirth.

Mommy makeover – is it right for you?

Jay Lucas, MD | Knoxville, TN Monday, July 25, 2016

Many women lament that despite dieting, exercising and lots and lots of willpower your body is never the same as it was prior to childbearing.

Mommy makeover – how soon is too soon?

Anureet Bajaj, MD | Oklahoma City, OK Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Through the lens of paparazzi photos, we may be under the illusion that celebrity moms return to their pre-baby selves instantaneously; however, it is important to understand that all transformations take time. After the birth of a child, it takes several months for your body to return to its pre-pregnancy form.