Mommy Makeover Walnut Creek

What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Mommy Makeover

Consultation and Cost

Your mommy makeover journey begins with a comprehensive consultation at Aesthetx in Walnut Creek. During this appointment, your board-certified plastic surgeon will:

• Review your medical history, including details about your pregnancies and overall health
• Discuss your aesthetic goals and specific concerns about your post-pregnancy body
• Perform a thorough physical examination of the areas you wish to address
• Explain which procedures would be most beneficial for achieving your desired results
• Show before-and-after photos of previous mommy makeover patients
• Discuss whether combining procedures or staging them separately is best for you
• Provide detailed information about the surgical process, recovery timeline, and expected results
• Answer all your questions about the procedure and address any concerns

The cost of a mommy makeover in Walnut Creek varies based on which procedures are included in your personalized treatment plan. Factors affecting cost include whether you're combining tummy tuck, breast procedures, liposuction, and other treatments, as well as the extent of work needed in each area. 

Procedure Steps

Your mommy makeover will be performed at our fully accredited surgical facility under the care of a board-certified anesthesiologist. The specific steps depend on which procedures are included in your customized plan.

Recovery and Results Timeline

•  Immediate Post-Operative Period (Days 1-7): You'll experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which is normal and can be managed with prescribed pain medication. You'll wear compression garments to support your incisions and reduce swelling. Most patients need help with childcare and daily activities during this first week. Rest is essential, though light walking is encouraged to promote circulation and prevent blood clots. You'll need to sleep in an elevated position and avoid bending or straining.
• Weeks 2-3: Swelling and bruising begin to subside significantly. Many patients feel well enough to return to light, non-strenuous work around week two, though this depends on the extent of your procedures. You'll continue wearing compression garments as directed. Light daily activities can gradually resume, but you should still avoid lifting anything heavier than 10 pounds, including young children.
• Weeks 4-6: You'll notice substantial improvement in your appearance as swelling continues to decrease. Most patients can return to normal daily activities at this point. However, strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and core-intensive workouts should still be avoided. If your mommy makeover involved muscle repair, it's particularly important to gradually ease back into your regular routine.
• Weeks 6-12: You can typically resume more intense physical activities and exercise as cleared by your surgeon, usually around 6-8 weeks post-surgery. If your procedures included abdominal muscle repair, you may need to wait up to 3 months for your core to fully recover. Your incision lines will continue to fade and flatten. You'll begin to see your final results emerging as residual swelling resolves.
• 3-6 Months: Your body continues to settle into its new contours. Swelling is nearly completely resolved, and your scars continue to mature and fade. This is when you'll see your mommy makeover results in their full glory & a flatter abdomen, firmer breasts, and more sculpted body contours.
• Long-Term: With proper maintenance through a stable weight, healthy diet, and regular exercise, your mommy makeover results can last for many years. While your body will continue to age naturally, the improvements achieved through surgery are long-lasting. Future pregnancies or significant weight fluctuations can affect your results, which is why we recommend completing your family before undergoing a mommy makeover.