Mommy Makeover
Addressing the changes that follow pregnancy and breastfeeding, together.
Procedure overview
A mommy makeover combines two or more procedures — typically breast augmentation or lift, abdominoplasty, and liposuction — to address the combined effects of pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding in a single, coordinated plan.
Combining procedures in one surgery can mean a single recovery period rather than several, though this is only recommended when safe to do so.
The patient pathway
- 01
1st consultation
Areas of concern across the breasts, abdomen and body are reviewed together to build a coordinated plan.
- 02
2nd consultation
The specific combination of procedures, sequencing, and total surgical time are finalised with safety as the priority.
- 03
The procedure
Performed under general anaesthesia; duration varies significantly depending on which procedures are combined, typically with an overnight stay.
- 04
Follow-up
Recovery follows the combined requirements of the individual procedures involved, with a structured review schedule.
Questions patients ask
Is it safe to combine multiple procedures in one surgery?
It can be, within safe limits of surgical and anaesthesia time — this is assessed individually and is not appropriate for every patient.
Which procedures are typically included?
Most commonly breast augmentation or lift, abdominoplasty, and liposuction, though the exact combination is tailored to each patient.
How long is the combined recovery?
Generally 3 to 4 weeks before returning to normal activity, though this depends on which procedures are combined.
Should I wait until I'm finished having children?
Yes, it's generally recommended to complete your family first, as future pregnancies can affect the results.