There is nothing you would not do to ensure the health and happiness of your family.
You have attended countless PTA meetings and soccer games, tirelessly scrubbed
those resulting grass stains and kissed the pain away from every bump and scrape. But
what is your reward for all the sacrifices you make? For some moms, their prize comes
in the form of a tropical vacation or just a fruity cocktail on the patio. Many women simply
delight in having nurtured a flourishing family. Others take a more extreme route, opting
for a “mommy makeover,” using plastic surgery to return their bodies to their tighter, pre-
baby forms. Whether you are considering going under the knife or just curious about the
procedures involved, here are some facts you should know about the popular trend.

When you first hear the phrase “mommy makeover,” it sounds innocent enough.
You might think it simply involves a wardrobe overhaul and a new makeup routine. But
it actually consists of a postpartum combination of operations including tummy tuck,
liposuction and breast augmentation in the hopes it will restore a woman’s body to its
condition before childbirth. These surgeries may be performed all at once or over a
period of time.

So what is a tummy tuck? This procedure is used to remove excess fat and skin
from the abdomen. It also repairs the muscles weakened by childbirth and time, creating
a sleek stomach. However, a tummy tuck generally does not eliminate stretch marks and
should not be used in place of a weight-loss routine.

Another component of a mommy makeover is liposuction. This method is used to
suction fat from many different body parts, including neck, chin, arms, legs, abdomen
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