If you have been looking in the mirror wondering when your body stopped feeling like your body, you are not alone.
I hear it every day. Women tell me they love their children deeply but miss feeling confident and strong the way they did before pregnancy. Many eventually search “what is included in a mommy makeover” or “mommy makeover near me” because they want a reset — not perfection, just themselves again.
A Mommy Makeover is exactly that. It is a personalized transformation built around the areas you want to restore after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight changes.
Let’s walk through what a makeover can include and what it really feels like to go through this process.
What a Mommy Makeover really includes
A Mommy Makeover is not a one-size-fits-all treatment. It is a combination of procedures tailored to your goals and the areas you want to improve — usually a mix of:
Pregnancy stretches your stomach in ways workouts alone cannot correct. A tummy tuck removes loose skin and repairs separated abdominal muscles, so your core feels supported again.
If you have compared a tummy tuck with a Mommy Makeover, think of the tummy tuck as one chapter in a larger story. A Mommy Makeover brings multiple chapters together for a balanced result.
After pregnancy and breastfeeding, breasts often lose volume, shape or position. Your makeover may include:
- A breast lift to restore shape
- Breast augmentation for added fullness
- A breast lift and tummy tuck combination for a full torso transformation
Liposuction targets stubborn areas that do not respond to exercise — the waist, hips, stomach or bra-line. A little contouring often sharpens and enhances the final silhouette.
These procedures can be combined in one surgery, so you have a single recovery period rather than several separate ones.
Is a Mommy Makeover safe?
Yes, when performed on healthy women by a board-certified plastic surgeon. Safety comes from planning, choosing the right procedures for you and making sure your goals and expectations align with what surgery can realistically achieve.
We also talk through important timing questions, including:
- Waiting until you are done breastfeeding
- Allowing your body to fully recover after childbirth
- Making sure your weight is stable
Choosing the best mommy makeover surgeon means choosing someone who listens first and operates second.
What recovery really looks like
Recovery varies depending on what your makeover includes, but most women take two to four weeks off work. Following surgery, you may need help with daily tasks and should avoid heavy lifting at first — especially if you have small children.
Women often ask for Mommy Makeover recovery tips, and one of the most important is to give yourself grace. Healing takes time. Rest is part of the transformation.
Swelling improves gradually, and your results continue to refine over several months.
FAQ
How soon after having a baby can I have a Mommy Makeover?
Most women wait at least six months after childbirth and until they are done breastfeeding so tissues have time to settle.
Will I have scars?
Yes, but they are placed where they can be hidden by underwear or swimsuits. Scars fade significantly over time with proper care.
How long do Mommy Makeover results last?
Results are long-lasting when you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle. Pregnancy afterward can change results, which is why many women wait until they are done having children.
Will a Mommy Makeover help with muscle separation from pregnancy?
Yes. A tummy tuck repairs diastasis recti, which is the separation of abdominal muscles that often happens after pregnancy, and it restores core strength — helping improve posture and comfort.
Can a Mommy Makeover help with confidence and clothing fit?
Absolutely. Many women tell me their clothes fit better, they feel more balanced in their shape and they enjoy choosing outfits again.
How much does a Mommy Makeover cost?
Costs vary based on the procedures you choose. You will receive a detailed quote during your consultation so you can plan confidently.
You deserve to feel like yourself again
A Mommy Makeover is not about chasing perfection. It is about giving yourself permission to feel confident again, to love the way your clothes fit and to look in the mirror and recognize the woman you know yourself to be.
At West Georgia Center for Plastic Surgery, we take time to listen, understand your goals and create a transformation designed just for you.
If you live in Carrollton, Villa Rica, Bremen or anywhere across west Georgia or east Alabama, you can find expert Mommy Makeover care close to home with a team dedicated to helping you feel confident and restored.
Call 770-834-6302 or schedule a consultation online today.