Mommy Makeover in Miami, FL
Since becoming a mother, your priorities have undoubtedly shifted.
You’ve set aside the things you used to do just for yourself to provide for all the needs of your family while being a loving and supporting partner – which is a full-time job. When was the last time you stopped to treat yourself for all your hard work?
Women who have had one or more children are increasingly choosing to get mommy makeovers to restore their pre-pregnancy shape. It’s an ideal option for any woman who is looking for a customized approach to body contouring.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Motherhood brings many joys and challenges, along with physical changes.
Though diet and fitness can go a long way toward helping reverse these, they aren’t enough for many women who are trying to bounce back from growing and nurturing a baby. That’s why mommy makeovers have skyrocketed in popularity over the past several years.
To determine if a mommy makeover is right for you, Dr. Gerth will ask you questions about your health history, including any medications you are taking or are allergic to. However, in general, here are some criteria that qualify patients for a mommy makeover:
- After having children, you are dissatisfied with one or more aspects of your appearance.
- You are still wearing maternity or loose-fitting clothes to hide areas of your body where you haven’t been able to shed fat.
- You are in good physical health, with good skin elasticity.
- You have lost your post-baby weight and are within your target body weight.
- You are not a smoker.
- You have realistic expectations for what a mommy makeover can do for you.
- It has been at least half a year since you delivered your baby, and you are no longer breastfeeding.
- You are not planning to have any more children.
Mommy Makeover Recovery and Results
Dr. Gerth is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon
Getting multiple surgical procedures at the same time may sound like a daunting prospect.
However, combining cosmetic surgeries is a smart strategy for busy moms who only want to commit to one recovery period. Though your recovery time will vary depending on the extent of your treatment plan, in general, you should plan to take at least two weeks off work to allow your body to rest and heal.
A mommy makeover is an outpatient procedure, so you’ll be able to return home afterward, though you must arrange for your partner or someone else you trust to drive you home and to take care of you while the anesthesia wears off. It’s also a good idea to recruit another adult to help you around the house as you recover, especially if you have young children because you won’t be able to lift anything heavy – including your kids.
In the week or so leading up to your surgery, plan for your recovery time. Prepare a quiet room with plenty of entertainment options and comfortable pillows and blankets so you can rest. If you’re the primary housekeeper and cook in your household, you might also want to clean, do laundry, and prepare a week or so of meals in advance. You will likely be sore and swollen, and will probably tire more easily, so you won’t want to do many household chores.
Most women begin to get a good idea of what their results might look like within about three or four months after their mommy makeover, but it can take six months to a year to see your outcome. Be patient, and do not try to rush the natural healing process. You will recover properly if you eat a balanced diet, get plenty of rest, and give your body the time it needs.
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Out-of-Town Patients
We welcome out-of-town patients! It’s our goal to make Dr. Gerth’s exceptional skill and service accessible to anyone looking for the best cosmetic surgery experience. Long distance or local, our patients can all expect the highest caliber of attentive care.
We offer virtual consultations to accommodate traveling patients. We also have connections with experts in post-surgical lymphatic massage so you can enjoy the optimal recovery experience and get the most out of your trip.
Before and After Gallery
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7245 SW 57th Ct
South Miami, FL 33143