Nellie Movtchan, MDPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Nellie Movtchan, MD

Body / Mommy makeover

Mommy makeover.A plan around your priorities.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding can change your breasts and abdomen in different ways. A mommy makeover brings selected breast and body procedures into one plan. Dr. Movtchan helps you consider the combination, timing and support you may need.

Request a consultation
Illustrative concept photograph; not a patient result

Understanding the procedure

Choosing procedures for your goals.

A mommy makeover is a plan that combines procedures to address changes after pregnancy. It may include a tummy tuck, liposuction and a breast lift, augmentation or reduction.

The combination depends on the changes you want to address and your anatomy. Dr. Movtchan will discuss whether to combine procedures or plan them in stages. Future pregnancy and weight changes can affect results.

Other body procedures

Is it right for you?

Could a mommy makeover be right for you?

A consultation considers your medical history, family plans, anatomy, and the length of the planned surgery. Combining procedures can mean a longer operation and a more involved recovery.

  • Discuss whether you plan future pregnancies.
  • Allow time after pregnancy and breastfeeding before deciding.
  • Be open about smoking or nicotine use.
  • Plan childcare and household help for recovery.

Talk through your options

Your consultation with Dr. Movtchan.

Meet with Dr. Movtchan to discuss your options. Bring your medical history, pregnancy history, medications, and the questions you most want answered.

Illustrative consultation scene; not Dr. Movtchan or her patients

  1. Your goals

    Describe the changes you notice and which matter most to you.

  2. Your options

    Discuss which procedures may suit your tissues, and whether to combine or stage them.

  3. Your preparation

    Ask about anesthesia, the care setting, operating time, and what you would need to arrange beforehand.

  4. Your decision

    Talk through the potential outcome, risks, recovery, and costs before deciding.

Benefits & limitations

Risks and limitations.

Understand the alternatives and limitations as well as the potential benefits. Results vary, and surgery cannot guarantee a particular appearance.

Risks depend on the procedures combined. Breast procedures carry their own considerations, including effects on breastfeeding. Your health and the planned operation affect the risk assessment. Possible risks include:

  • Bleeding or infection
  • Fluid collections
  • Poor healing
  • Changes in sensation
  • Unfavorable scars
  • Asymmetry
  • Revision surgery
  • Blood clots or anesthesia complications

Recovery planning

Planning for your recovery.

Recovery from combined procedures can be more involved. Arrange childcare and help with lifting, and discuss how the recovery plan fits your responsibilities at home.

  1. Before surgery

    Plan practical support

    Arrange childcare, help with lifting, transport, and time away from responsibilities.

  2. Early recovery

    Follow your care instructions

    Understand dressings, any drains, garments, medication instructions, follow-up, and symptoms that need a call to the surgical team.

  3. Returning to routines

    Check before increasing activity

    Discuss separate milestones for lifting children, work, driving, and exercise.

Recovery varies with the operation and the individual. Follow the instructions given by your surgical team.

Questions

Questions about mommy makeover.

Do all the procedures have to be done at once?

Not necessarily. Some people combine procedures and others stage them. Ask how operating time, safety, and recovery factor into that choice.

Should I wait until I am done having children?

Future pregnancy can change results, especially for the abdomen. Discuss your family plans openly before deciding on timing.

Can I breastfeed after breast surgery?

It depends on the procedure. Ask how a planned breast operation could affect future breastfeeding.

What should I ask about the cost?

You’ll receive a written estimate after your consultation. Review the surgeon’s fee, facility, anesthesia, follow-up and any additional care before deciding.