Surgical procedure
Mommy Makeover
Also known as: Post-Pregnancy Surgery
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A mommy makeover is a customized combination of procedures designed to restore your pre-pregnancy body. It typically includes a tummy tuck and breast procedure (augmentation, lift, or both), and may also incorporate liposuction.
About Mommy Makeover
What is mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover is a customized combination of procedures designed to restore your pre-pregnancy body. It typically includes a tummy tuck and breast procedure (augmentation, lift, or both), and may also incorporate liposuction. By combining procedures into one surgery, you get comprehensive results with a single recovery period.
Who is it for?
- Mothers who are done having children
- Women who’ve experienced body changes from pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Those with separated abdominal muscles, excess skin, or deflated breasts
- Patients in good health who want to address multiple areas at once
What to expect
Surgery takes 3–6 hours depending on the procedures included. Because it combines multiple surgeries, recovery is more involved—plan for 2–3 weeks off work and 6–8 weeks before resuming exercise. Results are transformative but require stable weight to maintain. Most surgeons recommend waiting at least 6 months after breastfeeding.
Addresses multiple concerns in one surgerySingle recovery periodCustomized to your goalsTransformative resultsCost savings vs. separate procedures
Mommy Makeover by the numbers
Mommy makeover demand has increased over 50% since 2019
Combination procedures are the fastest-growing segment of cosmetic surgery, driven by the efficiency of a single recovery period
20-40% cost savings vs. separate procedures
Combining a tummy tuck and breast procedure into one surgery reduces facility fees, anesthesia costs, and total recovery time
Source: Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Cost Analysis of Combined Procedures
94% patient satisfaction rate for combined procedures
Patients report high satisfaction with mommy makeovers, citing the convenience of addressing multiple concerns in a single surgery and recovery
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal
Mommy Makeover before & after
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Mommy Makeover cost
National averages and city-by-city pricing
National average
$15,000 – $35,000
Surgeon fee, facility, anesthesia
What affects price
Procedures included
Surgeon experience
Geographic location
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Recovery timeline
Typical recovery: 3-4 weeks
1
Drains removed
5–7 days
2
Back to desk work
2–3 weeks
3
Light exercise
4–6 weeks
4
Full activity
6–8 weeks
Recovery varies by procedures included. Most need 2-4 weeks off work. Full activity in 6-8 weeks.
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Frequently asked questions
What is mommy makeover?
Mommy Makeover (also known as Post-Pregnancy Surgery) is a cosmetic procedure. Use Afters to compare real results, costs, and find specialists near you.
How much does mommy makeover cost?
National averages typically range from $15,000 to $35,000, but pricing varies by surgeon and location.
How long is recovery for mommy makeover?
Typical recovery is 3-4 weeks. See a day-by-day timeline and what to expect.
How do I find a mommy makeover specialist near me?
Start on the Mommy Makeover Near Me page to explore top cities and learn what to look for—then request consultations from specialists in your area.