How Long to Wait Between Pregnancy and a Mommy Makeover

Becoming a mom changes your life in countless ways, and it also changes your body. Many women start thinking about a mommy makeover once their family is complete or when they feel ready to restore their shape. 

At Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, Colorado, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams help women make the right decisions for their goals, including when to plan surgery after pregnancy.

Why Timing Matters After Pregnancy

Your body needs time to heal and settle after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Hormones, skin elasticity, and weight all shift during this time, and it can take several months for those changes to stabilize. 

A mommy makeover combines procedures such as a tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and liposuction, so it’s important for your body to be fully recovered first. Waiting also helps ensure that your results can last you a long time.

How Long to Wait Between Pregnancies and a Mommy Makeover

In most cases, surgeons recommend waiting at least six to twelve months after giving birth before having a mommy makeover. That window gives your body enough time to heal internally, let your skin tighten, and allow your weight to return to a stable range. 

It’s also best to wait until you’ve finished breastfeeding, since the breasts and hormones continue changing for several months afterward.

What Happens After Surgery and Future Pregnancies

If you think you might have another baby in the future, you should strongly consider postponing your mommy makeover. 

Some women do become pregnant after a mommy makeover. Pregnancy after surgery is perfectly safe, but it can affect your surgical results. It is likely to stretch your skin or tissues again, which could mean you’ll need a touch-up procedure later. Waiting until you’re done growing your family gives you the most satisfying outcome.

Schedule Your Complimentary Cosmetic Consultation

The best way to plan your timing is through an honest conversation with a trusted surgeon. 

To learn more about how long to wait between pregnancies and a mommy makeover, call 303-706-1100 and schedule your complimentary cosmetic consultation. Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery welcomes patients from Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch, and throughout the Denver area.