WALNUT CREEKYou love your kids, but you might not love what they have done to your body. Pregnancy and childbirth cause dramatic changes, and you cannot correct many of them yourself. A mommy makeover seeks to restore your pre-baby shape and your self-confidence.
What is a Mommy Makeover?
A mommy makeover addresses the most common problems women experience after pregnancy. Each mommy makeover is customized, and no two are the same. The surgery can address concerns that include:
- Lax abdominal skin
- Stretch marks
- Separated abdominal muscles
- Sagging breasts
- Stubborn fat
While these are natural results after pregnancy, you have the option to undo the damage and reclaim a slimmer, more sculpted figure. During your consultation with Dr. Aycock, he will work with you to determine which procedures will give you the desired results.
What Procedures Can Be Included in a Mommy Makeover?
Dr. Aycock designs your mommy makeover to address your concerns. That may include standard mommy makeover components such as:
- Tummy tuck
- Breast augmentation
- Breast lift
- Breast reduction
- Thigh lift
- Arm lift
- Liposuction
You can include other procedures not listed here if you have other areas that bother you. Dr. Aycock can help you look even better than you did pre-baby. Since you will have time off from work and activities anyway, you may choose to schedule another procedure during the same surgery. However, your health and safety are Dr. Aycock’s top priority. He will advise you on which surgeries can be done at the same time.
What is Recovery Like From a Mommy Makeover?
After surgery, you may have tubes to drain excess fluid from your surgical sites. You will wear a compression garment to support and protect the areas while they heal. You will need to rest and limit your motions for about a week. Dr. Aycock sees you for follow-up visits, and he will clear you to return to work and other activities based on your healing progress. Full recovery takes six to eight weeks.
What Results Will I See From a Mommy Makeover?
After a typical mommy makeover, you will see a tighter, flatter abdomen and rounder, more lifted breasts. You may see slimmer thighs and the removal of sagging underarm skin. Swelling may take a few weeks to go down so that you can appreciate your results. You will continue to see improvements for several months as residual swelling fades and the body adjusts.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
You may be a good candidate for a mommy makeover if you are at least six months post-pregnancy and do not plan on having any more children. Ideal candidates are in good health and do not smoke. Dr. Aycock will review all your health concerns and medications when he meets with you.
Take the Next Step
To schedule your consultation, please fill out the form on this page or call Dr. Aycock’s office at (925) 854-4174 (Walnut Creek) or (415) 903-8463 (Greenbrae).
