Dr. Christine Hayes
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, MD, FACS
A mommy makeover is a combination of procedures performed in a single surgery to restore your pre-pregnancy body. The most common combination includes: tummy tuck (to address loose skin and separated muscles), breast augmentation or lift (to restore volume and shape), and liposuction (to contour the waist and flanks). Some patients add a breast reduction or arm lift. Benefits of combining: one recovery period instead of multiple, one round of anesthesia, and typically a lower total cost than having each procedure separately. The combined approach usually costs $15,000-$30,000 depending on the specific procedures and location. Recovery is 4-6 weeks, similar to a tummy tuck alone since that's typically the most involved component. Most surgeons recommend waiting at least 6 months after your last child is born (or done breastfeeding) before scheduling. The results can be transformative—many patients say it's one of the best investments they've made in themselves.