Timing is everything when you’re planning a mommy makeover after pregnancy. At Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery, the Beachwood, OH, practice of Dr. Mark Foglietti and Dr. Alanna Foglietti Fostyk, we’re known for our results-driven approach, attentive care, and commitment to helping women regain confidence in their bodies.
Mommy makeovers include procedures like a tummy tuck and breast lift to address sagging skin and other post-pregnancy concerns. Below, we discuss the factors that can help determine the ideal time to schedule your surgery.
Choosing the Right Time for a Mommy Makeover
The timeline for a mommy makeover depends on several factors:
- Breastfeeding: After breastfeeding, we recommend waiting at least a few months for your hormones to settle. Your hormones can affect your weight, which can affect your results.
- Weight Stability: It’s best to wait until you’re at, or as close as possible to, your pre-baby weight before scheduling a mommy makeover. Starting from a healthy weight maximizes your results. This can take some extra time for many women, but the wait is worth it to get great results.
- C-Section Recovery: A C-section is major abdominal surgery, so it’s important that you’re fully healed, and your uterus is back to normal size before we schedule surgery. This takes at least three months.
- Recovery Planning: We recommend scheduling surgery when you can have some help around the house. Some women may plan the surgery around times when their loved ones have time off.
Each woman’s recovery and readiness differ, so we’ll help you create a timeline that fits your life.
Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover can undo pregnancy damage. Some popular procedures for mommy makeovers are tummy tuck, liposuction, breast lift, and breast augmentation. Here’s what you can expect:
- Tightened Abdominal Muscles: Most pregnant women experience diastasis recti, where abdominal muscles separate as the baby grows. A tummy tuck repairs those muscles.
- Improved Abdominal Contour: A tummy tuck eliminates loose skin in the abdomen. While it removes some attached fat, a tummy tuck alone may not fully provide the desired contour. Liposuction targets fat deposits and helps complete your belly transformation.
- Reduced Stretch Marks: The lower abdomen is usually where most stretch marks appear during pregnancy. A tummy tuck removes those stretch marks. However, stretch marks in the upper abdomen may remain. A mommy makeover can also eliminate stretch marks on the breasts.
- Restored Breast Position: A breast lift can address post-pregnancy sagging and restore an elevated, youthful look.
- Improved Breast Fullness: If you’d like fuller, higher breasts, your surgeon at Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery can perform a breast augmentation alongside a breast lift.
Combining these procedures can achieve comprehensive results tailored to your body.
Mommy Makeover and Tummy Tuck in Beachwood, OH
Ready to discuss your mommy makeover? Call Dr. Mark Foglietti and Dr. Alanna Foglietti Fostyk at 216-292-6800 to schedule a consultation in Beachwood, OH.
