A customized combination of procedures for body changes after pregnancy.
A Mommy Makeover is a customized surgery that combines procedures to address physical changes after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Most Mommy Makeovers address concerns such as loose belly skin, separated abdominal muscles, breast sagging, and breast volume loss. Your surgery is personalized to restore a more natural, well-proportioned figure.
At Poris Plastic Surgery, Dr. Stephenie Poris plans Mommy Makeover surgery around the areas that you most want to correct and what can be safely combined. Together, you’ll create a surgical plan that fits your body, your goals, and your lifestyle.
These are typical starting points. Your procedure details and recovery experience will be confirmed during consultation.
A Mommy Makeover helps restore areas of the body that often change after pregnancy, including loose abdominal skin, weakened core muscles, breast sagging, lost breast volume, and stubborn fat. By combining multiple surgical techniques, it addresses several areas of concern with one surgery and one recovery period.
A Mommy Makeover is not about trying to erase every sign of motherhood or recreate your exact pre-baby body. It is also not a substitute for weight loss or healthy habits. The goal is to address the changes that matter most to you in a way that looks and feels natural.
Every Mommy Makeover is different. Dr. Poris will customize your procedure to meet your needs and goals.
After pregnancy and breastfeeding, it’s not uncommon for the breasts to feel less full, stretched out, or lower on the chest. Mommy Makeover surgery can include breast augmentation to restore lost volume as well as a breast lift to raise and reshape the breasts. One or both of these procedures may be right for you.
Pregnancy can stretch the abdominal skin beyond its ability to retract afterward. It also often separates the abdominal muscles, a condition called diastasis recti. Your Mommy Makeover may include either a full tummy tuck or mini tummy tuck to tighten the muscles and trim away excess skin, giving you a smoother and flatter abdomen.
Persistent fat left behind by pregnancy can be addressed with liposuction. Adding liposuction to Mommy Makeover surgery can improve many body contours, especially the waist, hips, thighs, back, and upper arms.
Depending on your needs, a Mommy Makeover may also include breast reduction, fat transfer, arm lift, thigh lift, or other body contouring procedures. Dr. Poris will advise you on what is worth including and which procedures can be safely combined.
You may be a good candidate for a Mommy Makeover if you:
If you are planning another pregnancy, Dr. Poris will likely recommend postponing your surgery, since pregnancy can undo much of what a Mommy Makeover corrects.
Dr. Poris does not treat a Mommy Makeover as a checklist of procedures. She looks at the full picture first, then recommends the combination that makes the most sense for your body. She will also be direct about which procedures are worth including and which ones may not be necessary.
Patients often worry about how much can be safely combined and how recovery will work with young children at home. Dr. Poris will build a surgical plan around what is safe for you in a single operation and will walk you through what to expect during recovery, so that you can plan and prepare for the help you will need.
A Mommy Makeover is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes 3 to 6 hours, depending on the procedures you choose.
Dr. Poris makes the planned incision low on the abdomen, usually from hip to hip and around the belly button.
Separated abdominal muscles are brought back together and secured in place.
Excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is tightened for a smoother, flatter appearance.
For a full tummy tuck, the belly button is brought through a new opening for a more natural look.
The incisions are carefully closed to support healing.
Dr. Poris makes the planned incision based on the breast procedure being performed.
Depending on your plan, the implant is placed, breast tissue is lifted and reshaped, or both techniques are performed.
The incisions are carefully closed to support healing.
Small incisions are made in the treatment areas.
Localized fat is removed to smooth and refine contours.
You will have a scar after a tummy tuck, but Dr. Poris places the incision where it can heal as discreetly as possible. The scar usually runs low across the abdomen from hip to hip, where it can be hidden by most underwear and swimwear. For a full tummy tuck, you will also have a small scar around the belly button.
Breast scars depend on your procedure. Breast augmentation leaves a scar in the crease beneath the breast, while a breast lift (or reduction) also leaves a scar around the areola and, in many cases, vertically below it to the crease.
Liposuction scars are quite small, usually only a few millimeters long. Whenever possible, Dr. Poris places these incisions in natural creases or areas that are easier to conceal with clothing.
Scars are usually more noticeable at first, then gradually soften and fade. Many begin improving within 3 to 6 months and continue maturing over 12 to 18 months. Final scar appearance varies based on your skin tone, genetics, incision care, and how your body heals.
Your expected recovery will vary based on which procedures you combine. Most patients can expect 2 to 3 weeks of downtime.
Swelling, tightness, soreness, and bruising are normal, and you may need to walk slightly bent at the waist. You will wear a compression garment and may have small drains. You will need someone to drive you home after surgery, help you at home, and care for young children for the first week or two.
Many patients feel more comfortable and are able to stand up straighter. Drains, if used, are usually removed within the first 2 weeks, and you may be ready to resume light daily activities and desk work.
Swelling continues to improve, and the breasts begin to settle into their new shape. Normal daily activity becomes easier, but heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least 4 to 6 weeks. Underwire bras should also be avoided for at least 4 weeks.
Most patients can gradually return to normal exercise and full activity once cleared. Abdominal exercises and weightlifting should be postponed until 8 to 10 weeks after surgery. Your results will continue to refine over the next several months.
See real Mommy Makeover results from Dr. Poris’ patients. Look for patients with a similar starting point, not just a final result you like. This can help you evaluate changes in loose skin, waistline definition, breast appearance, and scar placement.
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Individual results vary.
A Mommy Makeover with Dr. Poris typically costs $18,000 – $23,000. Because every Mommy Makeover is designed to meet the patient’s needs, the total depends on which procedures you include, whether implants are used, the length of your surgery, and anesthesia and facility fees. You will receive a detailed quote at your consultation.
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Mommy makeover cost ranges from $18,000 – $23,000. You will receive a detailed quote during your consultation.
Most Mommy Makeovers combine tummy tuck with breast surgery and liposuction. Other procedures may also be added if it makes sense for you. Dr. Poris will help you structure your Mommy Makeover around your anatomy and desired result.
Most patients are ready for a Mommy Makeover once their weight has been stable for several months and they have finished breastfeeding (usually at least six months after delivery). Your breasts and abdomen may continue to settle for several months after pregnancy and breastfeeding, but you do not need to wait indefinitely to start the conversation. During your consultation, Dr. Poris can help you decide whether your body is ready for surgery or whether it would be better to wait.
When it can be done safely, combining procedures can reduce overall downtime and may be more cost-effective than staging each procedure separately. It also often leads to a more balanced result, because all areas of concern were addressed together. Dr. Poris will consider your health, procedure length, surgical goals, and recovery needs before recommending which procedures can be safely combined and which, if any, may be better staged separately.
In some cases, small drains may be placed to help prevent fluid from collecting under the skin. If you have drains, they are usually removed within the first 2 weeks, and you will receive instructions on how to care for them at home.
Plan on help for at least the first week, and longer if you have young children. Lifting is restricted while your abdominal repair heals, so you will need someone else to lift small children, handle household tasks, and drive you until you are cleared.
Many women can breastfeed after breast surgery, though incision location, implant placement, and the type of procedure can all play a role. If you are hoping to breastfeed in the future, discuss it with Dr. Poris during your consultation.
Mommy makeover results are long-lasting, but they can still change over time. Natural aging, pregnancy, and significant weight changes can all affect your results. Maintaining a stable weight is the best way to protect your results.
Significant weight gain or loss, including GLP-1-assisted weight loss, can stretch or deflate the skin and change the shape of your breasts. If you are actively losing weight or planning to do so, Dr. Poris may recommend postponing your surgery until your weight is stable.
Your consultation is where your Mommy Makeover comes together. Dr. Poris will evaluate your body, talk through your goals, and help you choose the combination of procedures that makes the most sense for you.
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