Many women feel anxious to return to their pre-baby weight and size after pregnancy, and while this goal can often be achieved with time, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, there are certain body areas that may not revert back to their previous shape. The concern of a belly “pooch” is very common, and although it may seem like excess…

The healing process after any surgery can require patience and some lifestyle adjustments. The same is true for breast augmentation. To help you recover as quickly, effectively, and comfortably as possible, our board-certified plastic surgeons have provided some tips to help you sleep during the first few weeks after the procedure: Recline at an angle to minimize pressure on your…

As you may already know, a mommy makeover is a popular surgical option that combines body contouring and breast enhancement procedures to comprehensively address a variety of aesthetic concerns that can manifest after pregnancy and/or breastfeeding. At The Aesthetic Institute of Chicago, women who have received a mommy makeover have been some of the happiest, most appreciative patients following their…

Recovery and downtime following a mommy makeover will depend on a variety of factors, including the specific procedures you elect to receive, the number of treatments you undergo, and whether your mommy makeover is conducted at one time or in separate stages. When performed alone, surgical procedures such as full abdominoplasty, breast augmentation, mastopexy, and liposuction generally require approximately one…

A mommy makeover can often be a great procedural option for women seeking to inclusively address such aesthetic concerns as loose skin in the midsection and lower body, breast sagging and/or volume loss, excess fat accumulations, and/or the appearance of stretch marks – all of which can be the result of pregnancy, childbearing, and/or breastfeeding. Depending on your individual needs,…