Mommy Makeover
What Is a Mommy Makeover?
Our board-certified plastic surgeon in Nashville, Dr. Amaka Nwubah, believes in a personalized and patient-centric approach to care, taking the time to understand each woman’s goals for her mommy restoration. From there, a custom treatment plan can be tailored to help enhance patient comfort, confidence, and quality of life.
Mommy Makeover/Mommy Restoration At a Glance
- Procedure: A customized treatment plan that can include a tummy tuck, breast enhancement (augmentation, lift, or reduction), liposuction, vaginal rejuvenation, or other options; the procedure can be performed in combination or in staged appointments, depending on each patient’s needs.
- Potential Benefits: Restored abdominal firmness, improved breast shape and position, and refined body contours after pregnancy.
- Candidates: Women who are finished having children, are in good overall health, and are at or near the average healthy weight for their body types are often good candidates.
- Recovery: Many patients return to light daily activities in 2–3 weeks depending on the type and number of treatments performed.
- Surgeon: Dr. Nneamaka Nwubah (“Dr. Amaka”) is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience performing mommy restoration procedures. She works closely with patients to determine the ideal treatment options for their needs and customizes all procedures for the most natural-looking results possible.
What Are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can create lasting physical changes that may not fully improve with diet and exercise alone. A mommy makeover is designed to address multiple concerns at once, offering a comprehensive and personalized approach to body contouring.
Benefits offered by mommy makeover procedures include:
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Comprehensive Enhancement:
By treating multiple areas of concern, the procedure can promote balanced, harmonious results and result in more thorough rejuvenation.
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Restored Abdominal Firmness:
Repairing separated abdominal muscles and removing excess skin can help create a flatter, stronger-looking midsection.
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Improved Breast Shape and Position:
Whether through augmentation, lift, reduction, or a combination approach, breast procedures can restore volume, correct sagging, and improve symmetry.
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Streamlined recovery timeline:
Combining procedures into a single surgical plan typically means one anesthesia event and one consolidated recovery period.
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Enhanced confidence and comfort:
Many patients report feeling more comfortable in fitted clothing and swimwear, along with renewed confidence in their appearance.
Because each mommy makeover is fully customized, treatment can be tailored to reflect your unique goals whether you are seeking subtle refinement or more dramatic contouring.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
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What Procedures Are Included in a Mommy Makeover?
A mommy makeover is a highly customizable procedure, and Dr. Amaka tailors each patient’s surgical plan to best suit their goals. Some of the most common procedures that can be incorporated into a mommy makeover include:
“I am so very pleased with my results. From the start the whole experience she was very professional. Dr. Amaka is very knowledgeable, answering any questions I had with no hesitation. She has excellent bedside manner and frequently followed up with me post-surgery (prior to my office visit). I would and have recommended Dr. Amaka to anyone desiring a confidence boost and a toned body. She is the best!!!!”
Real Stories from the Mommy Restoration journey
Our beautiful patient and her husband share their experience and perspective on the mommy restoration journey.
Mommy Makeover Before-and-After Results
What Can I Expect During Recovery from a Mommy Makeover?
Recovery varies depending on the procedures included, but most patients should plan for at least two weeks of downtime. Swelling and bruising are common during the early healing phase.
Patients are typically encouraged to walk gently soon after surgery to promote circulation, but strenuous activity and heavy lifting—especially lifting small children—must be avoided for several weeks. Support garments may be recommended to minimize swelling and help protect surgical results.
Most individuals can return to non-strenuous work within two to three weeks, though full healing and final results should develop gradually over several months as swelling resolves and tissues settle. Close follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor progress and help ensure a smooth recovery. Following all post-operative instructions carefully plays an important role in achieving optimal, long-lasting results.
The Amaka Aesthetics Difference
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Personalized, Not Packaged
There is no “standard” Mommy Makeover here.
Dr. Amaka believes shaping a woman’s body requires both surgical precision and artistic restraint. Proportion, waist definition, breast position, scar placement — every detail is intentional. Your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals guide the surgical plan.
The goal is not to make you look like someone else.
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A Woman’s Perspective
As a woman, Dr. Amaka understands that the changes after pregnancy are not just physical.
There is often a quiet emotional shift — a disconnect between how you feel inside and what you see in the mirror.
That understanding shapes every consultation.
This is a space where you do not have to over-explain.
Where your concerns are heard without judgment.
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An All-Female Team
From consultation to recovery, you are supported by an all-female clinical and aesthetic team.
We understand vulnerability.
We understand modesty.
We understand that this is not “just cosmetic.”
It is personal.Our environment is calm, respectful, and discreet — designed to make you feel safe at every step.
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Concierge-Level Care
Mommy Makeover surgery is a journey — not a single day on the operating table.
At Amaka Aesthetics, your care is hands-on and intentional:
Direct access to our team
Detailed preoperative preparation
Thoughtful recovery guidance
Close postoperative follow-up
Scar management and aesthetic refinement
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The Emotional Impact
When done thoughtfully, a Mommy Makeover can restore more than contour.
It can restore posture.
Comfort in clothing.
Intimacy.
Confidence.It can reconnect you with the woman you were — while honoring the mother you have become.
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Is It Time?
The best candidates are women who are finished having children, medically healthy, and ready to invest in themselves — not out of pressure, but out of alignment. We generally recommend waiting 6 months to 1 year after childbirth.
If you are considering a Mommy Makeover, Dr. Amaka will guide you through what is possible— safely, realistically, and beautifully.
Because reshaping a woman’s body is not just surgery.
It is responsibility.
It is artistry.
It is trust.
How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost?
Since each mommy makeover is customized to suit the needs of the patient, the cost of treatment can vary significantly. Once Dr. Amaka has had a chance to assess an individual’s goals during a consultation, our team can provide a personalized price quote based on the specific details of the surgical plan she develops.
Investment
Mommy Makeover surgery at Amaka Aesthetics begins at $26,000, with the average investment around $35,000.
Final pricing varies based on the specifics of your surgical plan, including:
- Whether liposuction is performed
- The extent and areas of liposuction
- The type of breast procedure (breast lift, reduction, augmentation, or a combination)
- Whether implants are used
Because every woman’s anatomy and goals are different, your surgical plan — and therefore your investment — is fully customized.
What Is Included
Our pricing is comprehensive and all-inclusive. This means there are no hidden facility or anesthesia fees added later.
Your investment includes:
- Surgeon fees
- Accredited surgical facility fees
- Board-certified anesthesia provider fees
- Surgical garments
- Preoperative labs required for clearance
- Postoperative vitamins and recovery supplies
- All postoperative visits
- Direct access to our clinical team during recovery
- A next-day home or hotel visit by one of our providers for personalized postoperative care
We believe your recovery experience matters just as much as your surgical result. From preparation to healing, you are supported every step of the way.
A Mommy Makeover is not just a procedure — it is a comprehensive surgical and recovery experience designed with intention, safety, and comfort in mind.
For patients interested in financing the cost of treatment, we encourage you to reach out to our office to inquire about third-party plastic surgery financing options. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will be happy to assist you in any way we can.