Adam Nadelson, MD, practices cosmetic plastic surgery in New York City. Experienced in performing a variety of procedures for the face and body, Adam Nadelson, MD, welcomes patients who are interested in a “mommy makeover.”
The mommy makeover is a combination cosmetic plastic surgery approach that addresses the body changes that persist after pregnancy. There is no single suite of procedures that it encompasses, as each woman who undergoes the procedure will have different needs and goals for her post-pregnancy body.
For most women, the mommy makeover will involve some form of abdominal and breast contouring. Breast augmentations and breast lifts are common elements, as breasts tend to grow during pregnancy and nursing but shrink or sag in the aftermath. Other women find that their expanded breasts have become uncomfortable and choose a breast reduction to restore balance to their figures.
Likewise, pregnancy causes the skin, tissue, and abdominal muscles to stretch as the baby grows inside the womb. These structures often remain slack after childbirth. A tummy tuck or liposuction can help the new mother to restore her pre-pregnancy silhouette.
Some women also choose to include butt, thigh, or arm lifts as part of their makeovers. Depending on the number and type of procedures, the makeover may only require a single surgical session, although more complex procedures may require more than one visit for safety reasons.
