Mommy Makeover
Pregnancy and breast-feeding can take a significant toll on your body. Children are a blessing, but the loose and stretched tissues of the breasts and abdomen often remain long after childbirth. A Mommy Makeover is designed to address these changes by combining breast and body contouring procedures into a single, customized surgical plan. By treating multiple concerns, Dr. Max Lehfeldt can help you enjoy a more comprehensive transformation and restore several different areas affected by pregnancy and the physical rigors of motherhood.
Mommy Makeover At a Glance
- Potential Benefits: A Mommy Makeover can help restore the appearance of the breasts and abdomen after pregnancy and breastfeeding by improving contour, firmness, and overall body proportions. Many patients enjoy both physical enhancement and renewed confidence from addressing multiple concerns at once.
- Procedure: A Mommy Makeover typically combines two or more cosmetic procedures—most commonly breast surgery and a tummy tuck—into a single operation. Surgery is typically performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia. In some cases, Mommy Makeover procedures may be staged over a series of appointments depending on the needs of each patient.
- Recovery: Swelling, bruising, and soreness are expected initially and should gradually improve with time. Most patients require several weeks of modified activity (depending on the treatments chosen), with a gradual return to normal routines as healing progresses.
- Results: Once healing is complete, results can be long-lasting, particularly for patients who maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.
- Surgeon: Mommy Makeover procedures at Teleos Plastic Surgery are performed by our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Max Lehfeldt, who creates customized surgical plans focused on safe treatment, balanced proportions, and natural-looking outcomes.
- Mommy Makeover Benefits
- Mommy Makeover Candidates
- Mommy Makeover Treatment Options
- Mommy Makeover Procedure
- Mommy Makeover Recovery
- Mommy Makeover Cost
What Are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover?
A Mommy Makeover can address multiple post-pregnancy concerns in one coordinated treatment plan. Benefits often include a flatter, firmer abdomen, restored breast volume or lift, and improved overall body proportions. Many patients also appreciate the emotional boost that comes with reclaiming confidence in their appearance. Combining procedures can reduce total downtime and may lower overall surgical costs compared to having each procedure performed separately. With this in mind, safety and mitigation of risks are always the highest priority, and it may be recommended to stage the Mommy Makeover procedure over different appointments in some cases.
Am I a Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Ideal candidates for a Mommy Makeover are often women who are finished with pregnancy and breastfeeding and are at or near a stable, healthy weight. Candidates should be in good overall health, non-smokers (or willing to stop smoking), and have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes. A consultation with Dr. Max R. Lehfeldt, MD can determine whether a Mommy Makeover, or a modified combination of procedures, is appropriate for your goals.
What Are the Mommy Makeover Options?
Every Mommy Makeover at Teleos Plastic Surgery is customized to address each patient’s unique post-pregnancy concerns. Depending on your goals, your treatment plan may include one or more of the following procedures:
- Breast Augmentation: Enhances breast volume and shape that may have been lost after pregnancy or breastfeeding, using implants to restore a fuller appearance.
- Breast Lift: Raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple-areola complex for a more youthful contour.
- Breast Reduction: Reduces overly large or heavy breasts to improve comfort, balance proportions, and alleviate physical strain.
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Removes excess abdominal skin and tightens weakened or separated abdominal muscles to create a flatter, firmer midsection.
- Liposuction: Targets stubborn fat deposits in areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, or thighs to further refine body contours and enhance overall results.
Dr. Max Lehfeldt will help you determine which combination of procedures will best align with your anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals during your personalized consultation.
What Is Involved in the Mommy Makeover Procedure?
Mommy Makeover surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically on an outpatient basis. The procedures are carefully sequenced to maximize safety and results. Surgical techniques vary depending on the selected treatments, and incisions are planned with attention to minimizing visible scarring whenever possible.
What Can I Expect During Mommy Makeover Recovery?
Recovery varies based on the procedures performed, but most patients experience swelling, bruising, and soreness during the early healing phase. Limited activity is recommended initially, with gradual return to normal routines over several weeks. Dr. Lehfeldt and the Teleos Plastic Surgery team provide detailed aftercare instructions to support a safe and comfortable recovery.
How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost?
The cost of a Mommy Makeover varies depending on the procedures included, surgical complexity, anesthesia, and facility fees. Because treatment plans are personalized, pricing is determined after your consultation. Teleos Plastic Surgery offers several payment options, including financing plans through reputable third-party financing companies that can help qualified applicants pay for their Mommy Makeover procedure over monthly installments.
Please call 888.96.DR.MAX (888.963.7629) or visit our contact page to make your mommy makeover appointment with Dr. Lehfeldt.