What it is
Mommy makeover is the name given to a surgical plan that combines, in one surgery or in stages, breast procedures (augmentation, reduction or lift) and abdominal surgery (abdominoplasty), addressing the body changes that often follow pregnancy and breastfeeding.
It is not a single, standardized procedure — the combination of techniques is defined individually, according to each person's anatomy and goals.
Procedures commonly combined
- Breast surgery — augmentation, reduction or lift (mastopexy), depending on the case.
- Abdominoplasty — to treat excess skin and laxity of the abdominal wall.
- Liposuction, when indicated, to complement body contour.
Assessment
Combination defined individually
The combination of procedures, the order of stages — in one surgery or more than one — and the risks of each combination are assessed individually, considering overall health.
How it is performed
Carried out in a hospital setting, under anaesthesia agreed with the team. Surgical time and the combination of techniques vary according to the individual plan, defined before surgery.
Recovery
Because it combines more than one procedure, recovery tends to be longer than for a single surgery. Swelling and discomfort in the first weeks are expected; return to activity is gradual, avoiding physical exertion for the advised period. Follow-up visits are part of the process.
Before surgery
Consultation and planning
The combination of procedures, the order of stages and recovery expectations are discussed individually, in a hospital setting and under anaesthesia agreed with the team.
Planning considers anatomy, medical history and the factors that influence healing — always case by case.
Risks and factors that influence the outcome
Like any surgery, it involves risks — related to anaesthesia, healing, bleeding or infection, among others — which may be greater when procedures are combined in a single surgery, and are presented individually during the consultation.
Skin characteristics, smoking, weight and adherence to post-operative care affect the outcome, which varies from person to person.
Mommy Makeover
Frequently asked questions
Is a mommy makeover always the same combination of surgeries?
No. The combination of procedures — which ones and in what order — is defined individually, according to each person's anatomy and goal.
Does everything need to be done in a single surgery?
Not necessarily. Depending on the individual assessment, procedures can be done in one surgery or in separate stages.
When is the right time for a mommy makeover?
It is usually considered after breastfeeding has ended and weight has stabilized, but the ideal timing is always assessed individually.
The combination of procedures and the order of stages are always defined individually, in consultation.