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Mommy Makeover

A customized combination of procedures — typically breast, abdominal, and contouring — designed to restore your pre-pregnancy body and confidence.

Recovery: 4–8 weeks

A mommy makeover is not a single operation. It is a personalized combination of procedures, most often a tummy tuck with breast surgery and sometimes liposuction, planned to address the changes that pregnancy and breastfeeding can leave in the abdomen and breasts. At Your Cosmetic Surgery & SPA in Hialeah, our surgical team sees patients from Miami and across South Florida and builds each plan around the individual patient's anatomy, health and goals. This page explains what a mommy makeover usually includes, how the combined surgery works, what recovery really involves when you have children at home, and how much it costs. Whether the procedure is suitable for you is confirmed at a free in-person consultation.

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover is the common name for two or more cosmetic procedures performed together, or planned as a series, to treat the areas most affected by pregnancy and breastfeeding. Pregnancy can stretch the abdominal skin and separate the abdominal muscles, and breastfeeding and weight changes can leave the breasts with less volume or a lower position. Diet and exercise can improve fitness and weight, but they cannot tighten stretched skin or bring separated muscles back together. A mommy makeover addresses those specific changes surgically. It is a body contouring procedure, not a weight loss method.

What a Mommy Makeover Usually Includes

Most mommy makeovers combine an abdominal procedure with a breast procedure. The abdominal part is usually a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), which removes loose skin from the lower abdomen and tightens the abdominal wall. The breast part may be a breast lift, a breast augmentation, a lift with implants, or in some cases a breast reduction. Liposuction of the waist, flanks or back is frequently added to refine the contour. There is no fixed list: some patients need only two procedures, and your surgeon may recommend leaving a procedure out, or doing it at a later date, if that is the safer choice.

Common Mommy Makeover Combinations

Tummy Tuck + Breast Lift

For patients who are comfortable with their breast volume but bothered by sagging. The tummy tuck removes loose lower abdominal skin and repairs separated muscles, while the breast lift removes excess skin, reshapes the breast tissue and raises the nipple to a higher position. A lift does not add volume.

Tummy Tuck + Breast Augmentation

For patients who have lost breast volume after pregnancy or breastfeeding but have little sagging. Implants restore fullness while the tummy tuck treats the abdomen. When there is both volume loss and sagging, your surgeon may recommend an augmentation together with a lift. Implants are not lifetime devices and may need to be replaced or removed in the future.

Tummy Tuck + Liposuction

Liposuction of the waist, flanks or back is combined with the tummy tuck to improve the overall contour of the midsection. Liposuction removes fat but does not tighten loose skin or repair muscle separation, which is why the two procedures complement each other. Your surgeon limits how much liposuction is done in the same operation.

Adding a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

Some patients ask to use the fat removed by liposuction to add volume to the buttocks. This adds time to the operation and makes recovery more demanding, because pressure on the buttocks must be avoided while the abdomen is also healing. It is not appropriate for every patient, and your surgeon may advise performing it as a separate procedure.

How Your Mommy Makeover Works, Step by Step

1

Is a Mommy Makeover Right for You, and When?

Timing matters as much as candidacy. Your body needs time to recover from pregnancy before elective surgery, and most surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after childbirth. If you breastfed, the breasts need time to settle after you stop, commonly several months, before breast surgery can be planned accurately. It also helps to be at or close to a weight you can maintain, since significant weight changes after surgery can alter the result.

Good candidates are in good general health, do not smoke or are willing to stop all nicotine before and after surgery, and have realistic expectations. Surgeons generally advise waiting until you do not plan further pregnancies, because a later pregnancy can stretch the abdomen and change the breasts again. Your surgeon reviews your medical history and examines you in person before confirming whether surgery is suitable.

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Your Personalized Surgical Plan

There is no standard mommy makeover. During your free consultation at our office in Hialeah, your surgeon listens to what bothers you, examines your abdomen and breasts, and checks skin quality, muscle separation, breast position and fat distribution. From there you discuss which procedures would address your concerns, where the incisions and scars would be, and what each option can and cannot achieve.

You will also talk through practical questions: whether everything can safely be done in one operation or should be divided into two stages, what recovery looks like for each combination, and what help you will need at home. The goal is a plan you understand completely before you decide anything.

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How the Combined Surgery Works

The procedures are performed one after another during the same operation, under the same anesthesia. For the tummy tuck, an incision is made low on the abdomen, usually from hip to hip, so that the scar can sit below the line of most underwear and swimwear. Loose skin is removed, the separated abdominal muscles are brought back together with sutures when needed, and the navel is repositioned. Stretch marks on the skin that is removed go with it; stretch marks elsewhere remain.

Breast surgery follows the plan agreed with you. A lift uses incisions around the areola, often extending down to and sometimes along the breast crease. An augmentation places an implant through a short incision. If liposuction is included, fat is removed through small incisions with a thin tube called a cannula. You may have surgical drains for a short time, and you will be given instructions about wearing a compression garment.

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Safety, Anesthesia and the Day of Surgery

A mommy makeover is normally performed under general anesthesia. Before surgery you will have a medical evaluation, and you will receive instructions about medications, nicotine and fasting. Depending on the combination, the operation often takes several hours, and you are monitored afterward until it is safe for you to leave. You must have a responsible adult to take you home and stay with you. Your surgeon will tell you whether you can expect to go home the same day.

All surgery carries risks. They include bleeding, infection, fluid collections, delayed wound healing, unfavorable scarring, changes in skin or nipple sensation, asymmetry, blood clots and complications related to anesthesia. Combining procedures means a longer operation and a larger area that has to heal, and longer operations are associated with higher risk. For that reason surgeons limit how much is done in one session, and your surgeon may recommend staging your procedures in two operations. Walking early and following your instructions closely are an important part of reducing risk.

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Results and How Long They Last

You will notice a change in shape early on, but swelling hides the final contour for some time. Most swelling settles over the first few months, and the result continues to refine for six months to a year. Scars are permanent. They are placed where they can usually be concealed by clothing, and they typically fade and soften over a year or more, although how a scar heals varies from person to person.

The results of a mommy makeover can be long-lasting if your weight stays stable. They are not immune to time: aging, gravity, weight changes and future pregnancies will continue to affect your body. If you have implants, they may need to be replaced or removed at some point. A healthy lifestyle is the best way to maintain your result, and no surgeon can guarantee a specific outcome.

How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost in Miami?

Because a mommy makeover is a combination of procedures, its price depends on which procedures your plan includes. At Your Cosmetic Surgery & SPA, mommy makeover pricing falls within the range shown below. Your exact quote is based on your personal surgical plan and is confirmed at your free consultation.

Mommy Makeover

$5,500 – $10,000

Patients who have finished having children and want to address changes in the abdomen and breasts in one coordinated surgical plan.

What Affects Your Mommy Makeover Price

  • Which procedures are combined, and how many
  • The type of breast surgery chosen, including whether implants are used
  • The number of areas treated with liposuction
  • The length of the operation, which affects anesthesia and facility fees
  • Your individual anatomy and whether the plan is done in one operation or in stages

Financing is available. Our team can review the options with you during your consultation. See financing options

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The price range shown is a guide and your cost will depend on your personalized plan. You will receive your exact quote, with an explanation of what it covers, at your free consultation. A consultation does not commit you to surgery.

See If You Qualify — Free Consultation

The only way to know whether a mommy makeover is appropriate for you is an in-person evaluation with a surgeon. Your consultation is free and carries no obligation. You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Are bothered by loose abdominal skin, muscle separation or breast changes that remain after pregnancy
  • Gave birth at least six months ago and stopped breastfeeding several months ago
  • Are at or near a stable weight that you can maintain
  • Are in good general health and do not smoke, or are willing to stop all nicotine before and after surgery
  • Do not plan further pregnancies, have realistic expectations and can arrange help at home during recovery
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Your Recovery, Week by Week

  1. Days 1–7

    This is the most demanding week. Expect soreness, swelling, tightness in the abdomen and tiredness. You will walk slightly bent at the waist at first and should take short, frequent walks around the house to help circulation. You will need an adult with you, and you will not be able to lift or carry your children. Drains, if used, are often removed at an early follow-up visit.

  2. Weeks 2–3

    Discomfort and swelling begin to ease and most patients can stand straighter and move more comfortably. Many patients with desk jobs return to work during this period if their surgeon agrees. You can usually drive once you have stopped prescription pain medication and can move without restriction. Lifting, including picking up small children, is still off limits.

  3. Weeks 4–6

    Energy returns and daily routines become easier. Light activity and longer walks are usually possible, and your surgeon will tell you when you can begin lifting again and how to increase it gradually. Continue wearing your compression garment and surgical bra for as long as you are instructed.

  4. Weeks 6–8

    Most patients are cleared to return gradually to exercise, with core work and heavy lifting introduced last. Patients with physically demanding jobs often need this long before returning to full duties. Some swelling, firmness and numbness near the incisions are still normal.

  5. 3–12 Months

    Residual swelling continues to resolve and your final shape becomes clear. Breasts settle into position, and scars slowly fade and soften, a process that can take a year or longer. Attend your follow-up visits so your surgeon can monitor your healing.

What to Expect

Comprehensive body restoration
Customized to your goals
Single recovery period
Dramatic, transformative results

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a good candidate?+
The best way to determine candidacy is a private consultation with one of our surgeons. Generally, good candidates are in overall good health, have realistic expectations, and are non-smokers.
What anesthesia is used?+
Depending on the procedure, we use either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with IV sedation. Your surgeon will discuss the safest and most comfortable option for you.
When will I see results?+
Some improvement is visible immediately, though full results develop as swelling subsides — typically within a few weeks to months. Your surgeon will give you a personalized timeline.
Is financing available?+
Yes. We partner with several financing companies to offer flexible payment plans. Contact our office to learn about available options.
How much does a mommy makeover cost in Miami?+
At Your Cosmetic Surgery & SPA in Hialeah, a mommy makeover ranges from $5,500 to $10,000. Where you fall in that range depends on which procedures are combined, the type of breast surgery, the areas treated with liposuction and the length of the operation. You receive your exact quote at your free consultation.
What is included in a mommy makeover?+
There is no fixed package. Most mommy makeovers combine a tummy tuck with a breast procedure, such as a breast lift, a breast augmentation or both, and many also include liposuction of the waist or flanks. Your surgeon recommends a combination based on your examination and goals, and your quote explains exactly which procedures and fees it covers.
How long after pregnancy or breastfeeding should I wait?+
Most surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after giving birth, and several months after you have completely stopped breastfeeding, so that your body, weight and breasts have stabilized. Being at or near a weight you can maintain also leads to a more predictable plan. Your surgeon will advise you on timing after examining you.
How long is recovery, and will I need help with my children?+
Full recovery takes about 4–8 weeks. You will need another adult at home for at least the first several days, and you should arrange help with childcare for the first one to two weeks. Lifting and carrying children is typically restricted for several weeks, so plan ahead for babies and toddlers who need to be picked up. Your surgeon will give you specific limits.
What if I become pregnant after a mommy makeover?+
A mommy makeover does not prevent you from having a healthy pregnancy later, but pregnancy can stretch the abdominal skin and muscles again and change the breasts, which may undo part of your result. For that reason surgeons usually recommend waiting until your family is complete. Breast surgery can also affect the ability to breastfeed in some patients, so tell your surgeon if future children are a possibility.
Is it safe to combine several procedures in one surgery?+
For healthy, carefully selected patients, combining procedures is a common practice, and it means one anesthesia and one recovery period. It also means a longer operation and more areas healing at once, and the risk of complications such as blood clots, bleeding, infection and wound healing problems rises with the length and extent of surgery. Your surgeon will limit how much is done in one session and may recommend dividing your plan into two operations.
Where will the scars be?+
A tummy tuck leaves a scar low on the abdomen, usually from hip to hip, and one around the navel. A breast lift leaves scars around the areola and usually down the lower breast, and an augmentation leaves a short scar, commonly in the breast crease. Liposuction scars are small. All of these scars are permanent, but they are placed where clothing usually covers them and they tend to fade over a year or more.
When can I go back to work and exercise, and do you offer financing?+
Many patients with desk jobs return to work in about two to three weeks, while physically demanding jobs can require six weeks or more. Walking starts right away, and most patients are cleared to return gradually to exercise at around six to eight weeks. Financing is available, and our team can go over the options at your consultation. To schedule a free consultation, call (305) 218-3513.

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