Mommy Makeover: A Postpartum Renewal Plan

Pregnancy is one of the most miraculous periods of a woman's life. However, pregnancy and the breastfeeding process may leave some permanent changes in the body: sagging and stretch marks in the abdomen, volume loss or deformity in the breasts, stubborn fat in the waist and hips... All these changes deeply affect many mothers' view of their own bodies.

Mommy MakeoverIt is a combination of surgical approaches that respond to all of these problems within a personalized plan. It is not a single standard operation; It is a personalized transformation program tailored to each patient's needs.

What Changes in the Body After Birth?

Increased hormones and the growing uterus during pregnancy can cause the abdominal muscles to separate (diastasis recti). This separation; It may not close with exercise and diet after birth and may cause the abdominal area to appear protruding. After the breastfeeding process, volume loss and sagging may occur in the breast tissue. At the same time, fat accumulation can occur, especially in the waist and hips.

What Does Mommy Makeover Include?

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Separated abdominal muscles are repaired; Excess skin and fatty tissue are removed. A flattened and tightened abdominal appearance is achieved. It is the most commonly preferred ingredient after birth.

Breast Lift (Mastopexy) and/or Enlargement

Breasts that sag and lose volume after breastfeeding are re-lifted with mastopexy. In cases where volume loss is significant, a combined result can be achieved by adding prosthesis or fat injection to this procedure.

liposuction

Stubborn fat deposits remaining in the abdomen, waist, hips, thighs or upper arms are shaped by liposuction. When applied together with a tummy tuck, sagging as well as permanent fat can be resolved in a single session.

"The main goal of maternity aesthetics is for the mother to get to know herself again. To feel strong both physically and psychologically. Being able to say 'I no longer avoid looking in the mirror' after the surgery is the most valuable feedback for me."

—Dr. Mustafa Keleş

When Can It Be Done?

General recommendations for maternity makeover are as follows:

• Breastfeeding must be completely over and at least 3-6 months must have passed.
• Weight should be balanced; The ideal weight must be approached or reached.
• If a new pregnancy is not planned, surgery gives more meaningful and permanent results.
• The general health condition must be suitable for the operation.

In One Session or Separately?

The answer to this question depends on the scope of the procedures to be performed and the general health of the patient. Only a combination of two procedures, such as abdominoplasty and breast lift, can often be safely performed in a single session. When more comprehensive plans are required, procedures are scheduled in separate sessions several months apart. This decision is taken together after a detailed consultation.

Recovery and Return to Social Life

When a combined procedure is performed, the recovery period is longer than the sum of each operation, but shorter than the sum of the individual recovery periods. Generally, after a 2-3 week rest period, daily activities are returned. Corset use is recommended for 6-8 weeks. Heavy exercises are allowed after 8-10 weeks. Final results become clear within 6-12 months.

Mommy Makeover Also Brings Self-Confidence

Research shows that the majority of women who have had a mommy makeover report that their self-confidence has increased significantly after surgery, their clothing choices have become easier, and their participation in social life has strengthened. This operation; It supports a mother to love her body, feel at peace with herself and regain her life energy.