It’s a new year, and that means a new you! As you strive to make positive changes and improvements, it’s important to remember that self-care and self-improvement come in many forms. If you’re a mom looking to rejuvenate your body and feel confident in your skin again, you may be considering a mommy makeover surgery.

If you’ve been thinking about having a mommy makeover to help you feel more confident and look your best, now is the perfect time to take the plunge and get the pre-baby body you once had.

What is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover is a collection of different plastic surgery procedures intended to assist women in regaining their pre-pregnancy bodies after having children. Each client receives a makeover that is uniquely designed for them and might include a variety of cosmetic treatments like breast augmentation, a tummy tuck, liposuction, and more.

Breast augmentation or breast lift surgery can help restore volume and shape to the breasts and address excess breast tissue and sagging breasts, which may occur after breastfeeding and pregnancy. A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, can tighten and tone the abdominal muscles and remove excess skin and fat to create a smoother, firmer tummy. Liposuction can remove stubborn pockets of unwanted fat from various areas of the body, such as the hips, thighs, and buttocks.

Rather than having to go through various procedures at separate times, many women choose to have a mommy makeover procedure since it enables them to address multiple concerns in a single operation. This saves them time and money. As an alternative to separate operations, it is more cost-effective and involves less downtime.

The Benefits of a Mommy Makeover

Mommy makeover procedures can help restore your body to its pre-pregnancy shape and give you the confidence boost you need to take on the new year. This procedure can help address the following issues that are common after pregnancy:

• Sagging or deflated breasts
• Stretched abdominal muscles
• Stretch marks
• Bulging and excess fat in the stomach area
• Loose skin
• And more

Why Choose J. Sweat Plastic Surgery for Your Mommy Makeover?

Dr. Jeffrey Sweat at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery is one of the Sacramento area’s leading experts in mommy makeovers. Dr. Sweat is dedicated to providing each patient with individualized care and attention to ensure the best results. He will take the time to listen to your concerns and goals and create a tailored treatment plan that is right for you.

Take the First Step Toward a New You

If you’re ready to take on 2021 with a new you, contact J. Sweat Plastic Surgery to set up a consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Sweat. He will be able to answer your questions and create a custom mommy makeover treatment plan that is tailored to your individual goals. With Dr. Sweat’s expertise and knowledge, you’ll be ready to take on the new year with your best body!

Mommy makeover procedures have become quite popular in recent years. Mommy makeover surgery can be ideal for patients who wish to address numerous issues at one time and get their pre-baby body back. Mommy makeovers can save time and money, and they deliver fabulous, dramatic results. Here are things to know if you are considering a mommy makeover.

1. Each Mommy Makeover Is Unique

There is no one standard way to do a mommy makeover. Each patient has different needs, goals, and issues to work on. Some factors that change a person’s body can include weight fluctuation, the natural aging process, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or menopause.

Lifestyle and genetic factors change people’s bodies. For example, aging may make the skin thinner and less elastic. Pregnancy or weight gain may stretch the skin. Weight loss may leave excess skin. Breastfeeding may cause loss of volume in the breasts and sagging breasts. All of these things are taken into account to ensure that each mommy makeover will be perfectly tailored to the individual patient.

2. The Abdomen And Breasts Are Often Included

Becoming a mother is beautiful, but it impacts the body. Mommy makeovers usually include a form of breast surgery and a form of abdominal surgery to address these changes. Some procedures that might be included are:

• Arm lift
• Buttock augmentation
• Breast lift
• Liposuction
• Breast augmentation
• Breast reduction
• Tummy tuck
• Thigh lift

The overall goal of a mommy makeover is to give patients a look they love. This is done by a combination of procedures that may remove excess unwanted fat or skin, restore breast shape or volume, tighten abdominal muscles, and other improvements.

3. Breast Augmentation Or Breast Lift?

Surgery of the breasts is often integral to a mommy makeover, but it’s important to choose the right option. For women who’ve experienced pregnancy and breastfeeding, the skin may be stretched. Adding an implant to restore volume while you have sagging skin may cause issues later. A qualified surgeon will help decide whether breast augmentation is suitable or if a patient should choose a breast lift to get rid of excess, sagging skin and lift the breast tissue first.

4. A Fully Tummy Tuck Is Usually Required

Often, patients who’ve had children or had significant weight fluctuations will need a full tummy tuck to do what diet and exercise can’t. The mini tummy tuck procedure is more optimal for those individuals who only have loose skin under the belly button.

5. Prepare For Recovery

A mommy makeover is pretty invasive. It’s important to be ready for recovery. There will be movement and lifting restrictions for a while afterward. It is prudent for patients to set up child and pet care if needed. Planning and prepping meals is also a great idea. Being proactive will help make the healing process much smoother.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are in the Sacramento, CA area and are interested in a mommy makeover, contact Dr. Jeffrey Sweat and his staff today to schedule your consultation. Call our office or contact us online to set up your first appointment.

There are many plastic surgery procedures out there, such as the mommy makeover, that are designed to address a woman’s body post-pregnancy and give you back your pre-baby body. It can include a combination of cosmetic surgery procedures like tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, breast lift, and more. Unfortunately, there is a lot of stigma surrounding plastic surgery. Many mothers feel guilty or worry about the example they set for their children by investing in it. However, being a mother might make you the most deserving candidate for mommy makeover surgery.

You’ve Made Sacrifices

Pregnancy means giving up your body for nine months or longer if you choose to breastfeed. During that time, there are strict rules for what you can or can’t eat and drink. There are physical limitations as your baby grows and your belly expands. The pain of childbirth might be the greatest sacrifice of all. Afterward, you can be left with stubborn fat, sagging skin, and changes to your breasts that weren’t there before, causing you to be uncomfortable or unhappy in your own body.   After making so many sacrifices and giving up your body to have a child, it should be your turn to invest in yourself and your happiness.

Be the Best You

There is no doubt that children learn not just from our actions but also from our moods and behavior, which are often unspoken and unrecognized parts of child development. We don’t want to send a message to our children that might make them think they have to change themselves to be beautiful; however, plastic surgery isn’t about “having to change.” Plastic surgery should be done to assist you in becoming the best you by boosting your confidence and self-esteem so you can live life to the fullest. It is important to invest in yourself so that you can lead a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle, and this is something your children can learn from you and will pick up not just on your actions but your demeanor, mood, and outlook on life. If you are depressed and unhappy with your body, your children will also learn that they should be critical and unhappy with their own bodies. There should be no shame in taking proactive steps to restore self-confidence and pride in your body.

But is it Safe?

Nothing strikes fear in a parent’s heart more than the thought of losing a child, but running a close second is the thought of leaving a child without a parent. In addition to the concern of selfishness for having done something for themselves, one of the most common concerns expressed by women considering a mommy makeover procedure is, “What if something happens to me? What will happen to my children?”. Having a fear of surgery is completely normal, natural, and, frankly, healthy. No one should proceed with surgery without being fully informed about the associated risks and comfortable making that choice. However, the risk of an adverse event that can be life-threatening due to surgery or anesthesia is extremely small. While no surgery is without risk and no guarantees can be made, it is important for perspective to understand that women have statistically a much higher chance of being seriously injured in a car accident than having a mortal risk from surgery.

If you’re ready to start investing in yourself with the gift of plastic surgery, contact us today! We can give you more information on the procedures we offer and schedule your consultation with Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Sweat or his Patient Care Consultant.