Which surgeries can be combined in Mommy Makeover?

1. Breast Augmentation and/or Lift

Pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to significant changesin breast size and shape. Many women experience sagging or a loss of volume,which can be addressed with breast augmentation or a breast lift (mastopexy). 

- Breast Augmentation: This involves placing implants torestore lost volume or to enhance breast size.

- Breast Lift: If sagging is the primary concern, abreast lift is performed to elevate the position of the breasts and tighten thesurrounding tissue for a more youthful appearance. In some cases, augmentationand lift are combined to both lift and add volume.

2. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

One of the most common procedures in a Mommy Makeover, a tummy tuck is designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the abdominal muscles, which often become separated or weakened during pregnancy.

- Full Tummy Tuck: This addresses both the upper and lower abdomen, tightening the muscles and removing loose skin from a larger area.

- Mini Tummy Tuck: For those with less excess skin or muscle separation, a mini tummy tuck targets the lower abdomen only.

3. Liposuction

Liposuction is frequently combined with other surgeries to contour areas where stubborn fat remains, even after diet and exercise. Common target areas include:

- Abdomen

- Flanks (love handles)

- Thighs

- Hips

- Arms

Liposuction can provide a more sculpted and harmonious appearance by removing localized fat deposits that often accumulate during pregnancy.

4. Breast Reduction

For women who experience overly large breasts post-pregnancy, which can cause discomfort or back pain, breast reduction may be included in the Mommy Makeover. This procedure reduces the size of the breasts by removing excess fat, glandular tissue, and skin to achieve a more balanced and comfortable size.

5. Buttock Augmentation (Brazilian Butt Lift or Implants)

To enhance the contour of the lower body, some women opt for a buttock augmentation as part of their Mommy Makeover. This can involve:

- Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL): Fat from other areas, such as the abdomen or thighs, is transferred to the buttocks for a fuller, more lifted appearance.

- Buttock Implants: In some cases, silicone implants are used to achieve the desired shape.

6. Vaginal Rejuvenation

Pregnancy and childbirth can affect the vaginal area. Some women opt for vaginal rejuvenation procedures to restore the appearance or function of this region. Options include:

- Labiaplasty: This procedure reshapes or reduces the size of the labia, which may have become stretched or asymmetrical.

- Vaginoplasty: A surgery designed to tighten the vaginal muscles that may have loosened during childbirth.

 7. Arm Lift (Brachioplasty)

For women who experience loose skin or excess fat in the arms after pregnancy, an arm lift can be included in a Mommy Makeover. This procedure removes excess skin and tightens the area for a more toned appearance. 

8. Thigh Lift

A thigh lift can be performed to address sagging skin and excess fat in the thighs, another area that can change after pregnancy. This surgery tightens and contours the thighs, enhancing the overall body shape.

Combining multiple surgeries in a Mommy Makeover offers several advantages

- Single Recovery Period: By undergoing multipleprocedures at once, you only need to go through one recovery period, which canbe more convenient, especially for mothers with busy lives.

- Comprehensive Results: A Mommy Makeover provides aholistic transformation by addressing multiple areas of concern simultaneously,creating a more balanced and proportional outcome.

However, it’s crucial to work closely with a qualifiedplastic surgeon who will carefully evaluate your overall health, goals, and thefeasibility of combining surgeries to ensure a safe and successful outcome.Each procedure adds to the complexity of the surgery and the length of therecovery period, so it’s important to have a personalized consultation todetermine the best approach for you.

In conclusion, a Mommy Makeover can include a variety ofsurgeries such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, and more,allowing women to customize the combination that best suits theirpost-pregnancy body goals.