Let’s Talk Mommy Makeover
Whether it is for the first time or the fifth, becoming a mother is a powerfully meaningful experience. Anytime a child is birthed into a family; there are bound to be some big changes ahead. Interestingly, the small and subtle changes to a woman’s body may become even more glaringly obvious to her than the significant ways in which life has been transformed. There is no ignoring the fact that pregnancy and childbirth affect the body.
There is also no reason to overlook the frustration a woman may feel about her appearance. It is possible – and entirely reasonable – to feel both grateful about being a mother and disappointed in the way the body looks.
If you are in this boat, it’s time to sail on over to our Philadelphia area office to discuss what a mommy makeover can do for you. But first, let’s talk about a few particular items of interest.
- A mommy makeover is a fraction of a whole. The procedures involved in a mommy makeover are intended to achieve specific goals. One may lift and shape the breasts; another may remove stubborn fat from a stomach pooch, the buttocks, or the thighs. As beneficial as each technique is, the makeover process is only a complement to healthy living. For a woman to optimize her mommy makeover, we suggest that a diet and exercise routine be well-established before surgery. This way, the body is faster to recover and easier to maintain for many years.
- Beauty sleep is crucial. Mommy makeovers are no joke. The series of surgical techniques involved in this process creates an intense need for rest. Moms should prepare for at least one week of feeling pretty depleted. Like bedrest depleted. After the first week, physical movement will gradually become more comfortable. This can feel like a slow process. Emotional preparation is as necessary as the physical preparation for surgery. Even the best-prepared patients can experience mood swings. Make sure to get plenty of help at home so your primary focus can be where it belongs: on your recovery.
- Future pregnancies are not forbidden. Because doctors recommend that patients wait until they are finished having children to undergo their mommy makeover, there is a misconception that pregnancy after a collection of surgeries may be unhealthy or unsafe. The treatments involved in a mommy makeover do not inhibit a woman from carrying a child. Future pregnancies may, however, degrade the results of a mommy makeover.
Discover what a mommy makeover can do for you. Call 610-527-4833.
