5 Tips to Help You Prepare for Mommy Makeover Recovery

Mommy makeovers are unique surgical procedures that combine the benefits of multiple body contouring solutions, such as a tummy tuck or liposuction , in one surgical procedure. Whether you are a mom looking to regain your pre-pregnancy curves or someone who has lost significant weight, a mommy makeover can help tone, tighten, and sculpt your body, giving you the curves you have worked towards. While every mommy makeover is unique, recovery is still a necessary part of your experience, and preparing for recovery ahead of time can help make it easier for you. 

1. Arrange For Help Before Your Mommy Makeover 

After your mommy makeover procedure  at Martin Plastic Surgery, you will need assistance with everything from getting home to navigating around your home. For the first 48 hours, it is important that you have someone there to help you with everything from showering to getting dressed or simply moving throughout the house. If you have small children and pets at home, you will want someone there who can assist with their care while you are recovering. Whether you turn to family and friends or hire a housekeeper or childcare provider, it is beneficial to have this help in place before you go into your procedure. 

2. Prepare a Recovery Area 

When it comes to mommy makeover recovery , comfort is the top priority. Consider where you want to spend most of your recovery time, whether in your favorite recliner or comfy chair or in your bedroom. Once you determine where, it is essential to create a recovery area so that you have everything you need within reach. This can include snacks and beverages, medications, support pillows, extra blankets, the television remote, your favorite books, or whatever else you want to help pass the time as you rest. 

3. Meal Prep for Your Mommy Makeover Recovery

Eating healthy is essential for recovery but chances are you are not going to feel like cooking for every meal. While you may have family or friends cooking for the first day or so, you will want to have easy access to healthy food for at least the first week. This is where meal prep ahead of time can be a big help. Spend a day before your mommy makeover making healthy meals and package them in single-serve freezer containers so that you can simply remove and heat for a tasty, healthy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

4. Make Room for Walking

While rest is an essential part of your recovery, it is still important to get up and walk. This helps promote circulation and aids your body in the healing process. At first, walking around your home, from room to room, will be enough to get you up and moving. As your recovery continues, you may progress to walking around the block. Having a path planned and a walking partner in place can be beneficial should you need any assistance. 

5. Pick Up Medications Before the Big Day 

We mentioned above that having medications in your recovery area helps to ensure that you have easy access to your medications in order to take them as directed. Talk to your surgeon about picking up your post-op medications before your procedure so that you have them available and ready to go when you get home from recovery. 

A mommy makeover is a major investment in yourself and your recovery is a major part of that investment. Taking steps before your procedure can help ensure a smoother recovery period. If you have any questions about your mommy makeover or the recovery period, Dr. Martin and his team are available to answer questions and address concerns. Call 575-521-7111 to schedule a consultation today.