Mommy Makeover in Irvine, CA
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can leave lasting changes to your breasts, abdomen, and overall silhouette. A Mommy Makeover combines customized procedures—such as tummy tuck, breast surgery, and liposuction—to restore your pre-baby shape in a single transformative journey. Whether you want a flatter stomach, lifted breasts, or smoother contours, our board-certified surgeons craft a plan that honors your body and goals. Regain confidence in clothing, swimwear, and every moment of motherhood.
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Procedure Quick Facts:
- Duration of Procedure:3-6 hours
- Anesthesia:General
- Recovery:General
- Results Duration:Long-lasting with healthy lifestyle
A Mommy Makeover is a personalized set of surgical procedures performed during one operative session to address the physical changes caused by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Most plans combine tummy tuck to repair stretched muscles and remove excess skin, breast surgery to restore volume or lift, and targeted liposuction to sculpt stubborn fat deposits.
By grouping these procedures together, patients experience one period of anesthesia and recovery while achieving comprehensive, head-to-toe rejuvenation. Every Mommy Makeover at South Coast Plastic Surgery is fully customized, because no two post-pregnancy bodies—or goals—are exactly the same.
If you're considering a Mommy Makeover, South Coast Plastic Surgery is here to guide you through every step. Dr. Kyle Song and Dr. Paige Benyamein will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan that addresses your concerns and helps you achieve your aesthetic goals.
- Restore Youthful Breast Shape and VolumeBreast augmentation, lift, or reduction can correct post-pregnancy sagging and volume loss, bringing back fullness and a perky, balanced silhouette that aligns with your body frame.
- Flatten and Tighten the Abdominal ContourTummy tuck surgery repairs separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), removes excess skin, and smooths stretch-marked tissue, creating a firmer, flatter midsection.
- Target Stubborn Fat Deposits in One SessionStrategic liposuction of the flanks, hips, or thighs sculpts areas often resistant to diet and exercise, yielding a more proportionate and athletic look.
- Single Recovery Period for Multiple ProceduresCombining surgeries reduces cumulative anesthesia exposure and allows you to heal once, minimizing downtime away from family, work, and daily life.
- Cost-Effective Comprehensive TransformationBundling procedures in a Mommy Makeover is often more affordable than scheduling each surgery separately, maximizing the value of your investment.
- Boost Confidence and Clothing OptionsReclaiming your pre-baby contours can expand wardrobe choices, improve comfort in swimwear and fitted clothing, and elevate self-esteem in every setting.
Watch our videos to see real patient results, learn from our experts, and discover what makes South Coast Plastic Surgery a trusted choice in Orange County.
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Combines breast, body, and contouring procedures for head-to-toe rejuvenation in a single surgery.
Repairs stretched abdominal muscles to improve core strength and create a flatter, stronger midsection.
Lifts or reshapes breasts to restore feminine proportions lost after pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Reduces overall anesthesia exposure and recovery time compared to staging multiple separate surgeries.
Breast Augmentation + Tummy Tuck + Liposuction
Ideal for mothers who have lost breast volume and struggle with a loose abdominal wall and localized fat. Silicone or saline implants restore fullness while a full tummy tuck tightens muscles and removes excess skin; liposuction refines the waist and flanks for balanced curves.
Breast Lift (with or without Implants) + Mini Tummy Tuck
Designed for women with mild to moderate breast sagging and lower-abdominal skin laxity below the navel. A breast lift repositions tissue for youthful perkiness, and a shorter-incision mini tummy tuck addresses the lower abdomen with quicker recovery.
Breast Reduction + Extended Tummy Tuck with Flank Liposuction
Best for patients experiencing back discomfort from overly large breasts and significant abdominal redundancy. Breast reduction reshapes and lightens the breasts, while an extended tummy tuck plus flank liposuction slims the midsection and love handles.
See real results from our patients
Dr. Kyle Song and Dr. Paige Benyamein have extensive experience performing complex combination procedures like the Mommy Makeover. Their meticulous surgical techniques, artistic eye, and commitment to safety help mothers achieve a rejuvenated figure with natural-looking proportions.
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Beauty Inside-Out
We treat beyond the visible, caring for your inner wellness as much as your outer beauty. Every aesthetic treatment is provided with warm and exceptional care to elevate your well-being and confidence.
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Unmatched Predictability
Visualize your potential results with cutting-edge Crisalix 3D imaging, ensuring clarity and confidence from the start of your cosmetic journey. Our transparent planning process covers every detail, from realistic expectations to comprehensive pricing.
Expert Healing
Your personalized care plan doesn't end when you leave the operating room. Adoreal's automated recovery prompts guide you through a personalized healing journey, including 24/7 access to your surgical team to address questions or concerns. Track your aesthetic recovery progress in real-time, receive important reminders, and experience peace of mind knowing that expert support is always available.
Protected Investment
We stand behind our work with comprehensive warranty coverage that protects your aesthetic outcomes long after your final follow-up. Your care includes up to 5 years of medical complication protection, a 2-year satisfaction guarantee for minor adjustments, and lifetime implant monitoring for eligible cases. Combined with ongoing access to your complete medical records and continued support from our team, you can trust that your journey to confidence is backed by expertise, technology, and a genuine commitment to your long-term well-being.
A Customized Approach to Breast Procedures in Irvine & Ladera Ranch
Your consultation is a private, personalized experience designed around your goals.
Our surgeon will also assess individual factors such as skin elasticity, muscle separation, and fat distribution, along with your personal preferences to determine the best approach for your goals.
- Your aesthetic goals and areas of concern
- Medical history, pregnancies, and breastfeeding timeline
- Surgical options and combination strategies
- Anesthesia and recovery expectations
- Potential risks and safety protocols
- Pricing, financing, and scheduling details
See Your Future Self
Ideal candidates are healthy mothers who have finished childbearing, maintain a stable weight, and want to address multiple post-pregnancy changes in a single surgery. A thorough consultation helps confirm whether a Mommy Makeover aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
Ideal candidates are healthy mothers who have finished childbearing, maintain a stable weight, and want to address multiple post-pregnancy changes in a single surgery. A thorough consultation helps confirm whether a Mommy Makeover aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
Finished having children and not currently breastfeeding
In good overall physical and mental health
Stable, near-ideal body weight
Non-smoker or willing to stop before and after surgery
Realistic expectations about results and recovery
Ability to arrange help with childcare during recovery
Commitment to maintaining results through a healthy lifestyle
This personalized assessment ensures your consultation is tailored specifically to you, with no obligation. Your wellness journey, our commitment.
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Comprehensive Consultation & Assessment
Your journey begins with a private consultation with Dr. Song or Dr. Benyamein. This visit is focused on understanding what changes you'd like to see and whether mommy makeover is the right solution for your concerns.
During your consultation, your surgeon will:
• Discuss your post-pregnancy concerns and aesthetic goals
• Review your medical history and previous surgeries
• Examine abdominal skin, muscle tone, and breast position
• Explain combination options and potential incision locations
• Outline expected recovery timeline and support resources
Together, you'll create a surgical plan tailored to your anatomy and lifestyle, with safety and realistic outcomes as the priority.
The Mommy Makeover Procedure
Mommy Makeover is performed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort while multiple areas are addressed efficiently.
During the procedure:
• General anesthesia is administered and vital signs monitored
• Tummy tuck incision made; muscles repaired and skin tightened
• Breast augmentation, lift, or reduction performed as planned
• Targeted liposuction contours flanks, hips, or thighs
Incisions are closed with layered sutures, dressings applied, and you are gently awakened in the recovery suite with nursing support.
Mommy Makeover Recovery Timeline
Recovery experiences vary, but most patients follow a similar general timeline.
Immediately after surgery
You’ll spend a short time in recovery, then return home the same day with a trusted adult. Compression garments and surgical drains (if used) will be in place.
First few days
• Manage discomfort with prescribed medication
• Walk short distances to promote circulation
• Sleep in a reclined position to reduce tension
Weeks 1-2
• Follow-up visit to remove drains or check incisions
• Gradual return to light household tasks
• Swelling and bruising begin to subside
Weeks 3-4
•Resume desk work and gentle daily activities
• Transition out of compression garment as directed
You'll receive personalized post-operative instructions and follow-up appointments to monitor healing and address any concerns.
Your Mommy Makeover Results
Mommy makeover results are visible right away, though your midsection and breasts will continue to refine as swelling resolves and tissues settle.
Early results
Flatter abdomen and enhanced breast shape are noticeable, although swelling can obscure final contours.
Following weeks
Swelling decreases, scars mature, and body contours become more defined, revealing smoother transitions between treated areas.
Final results
Within 3-6 months most patients see their full outcome, enjoying a renewed, balanced figure that can last many years with healthy habits.
With proper care and a stable weight, Mommy Makeover results can be long-lasting, helping you feel confident and comfortable in your post-baby body.
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Mommy Makeover Results and Safety Considerations
Understanding how surgical technique, anatomy, and healing affect Mommy Makeover results can help you set realistic expectations and feel confident in your decision.
Achieving Natural-Looking Results
Our surgeons prioritize proportion and balance, ensuring your breasts, waist, and hips complement each other for an authentic, harmonious appearance. Precise muscle repair during tummy tuck restores a natural abdominal contour, while careful implant sizing and breast reshaping respect your frame.
Patient-specific factors—such as skin quality, existing breast tissue, and fat distribution—inform every step of the plan. By combining artistic judgment with proven surgical techniques, we create results that look like you, only refreshed.
Where Are the Incisions?
Incision placement depends on the procedures performed during your Mommy Makeover.
Low horizontal incision hidden in the bikini line for tummy tuck
Incisions are carefully planned to follow natural contours and are closed with precision to support proper healing and minimize long-term visibility.
Is Scarring a Concern?
All surgical incisions create scars, but their appearance can be managed with meticulous closure, silicone therapy, and sun protection. Over time most scars fade to thin, pale lines.
Scar Healing Timeline
As your body heals, scars will change gradually over time:
Weeks 1-2
Scars may appear red and slightly raised
Months 1-3
Scars typically soften and begin to flatten
Around 6 months
Noticeable fading often occurs
1-2 years
Scars may continue to lighten and become less noticeable
Following post-operative instructions and recommended scar care plays an important role in how scars mature.
Understanding Risks and Safety
Understanding Risks and Safety
Mommy Makeover is generally safe when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical facility. However, as with any surgery, there are potential risks to be aware of.
Potential risks may include:
• Bleeding or hematoma
• Infection
• Delayed wound healing
• Changes in nipple or skin sensation
• Seroma (fluid accumulation)
• Asymmetry or contour irregularities
Your surgeon will review these risks with you in detail during your consultation and explain how they are minimized through careful planning, surgical technique, and follow-up care.
Reducing Your Risk
Your safety is a top priority at South Coast Plastic Surgery. Steps taken to support a safe mommy makeover experience include:
• Thorough pre-operative evaluation
• Precise surgical planning tailored to your anatomy
• Surgery performed in a fully accredited facility
• Detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up care
By choosing an experienced surgical team and following recovery guidelines closely, most patients heal well and are satisfied with their mommy makeover results.
The cost of your procedure will vary based on a variety of factors. During your consultation, your doctor will discuss your desired outcomes in detail and provide a fully transparent breakdown of all associated costs. Our practice helps patients achieve their aesthetic goals with a variety of financing options.
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Dr. Song performed my breast implant surgery nearly 10 yrs ago with the ideal breast implant. I've had no issues in this time. I live on the other side of the country now, but I would've loved to come back for removal, since I'm on an all natural journey. I hope to find someone who can take care of me, keep me safe, & assured during & after surgery as Dr. Song & his staff did.
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Thank you Dr. Song. I’m 10 days post opp and am so happy with my experience with my mommy makeover! I can’t tell you how comfortable Dr. Song and his staff made me feel throughout this whole process. Surgery is a bit of a scary decision and sometimes I agonized about for years but I can promise you are in the best care with this team. I highly highly recommend them and am already so happy with my results !
About the procedure
What does a Mommy Makeover typically include?
Most Mommy Makeovers combine tummy tuck, breast surgery, and liposuction, but the exact procedures are customized to your needs.
How long will my surgery take?
Surgery length varies with the combination of procedures but generally ranges from three to six hours.
Where will my surgery be performed?
Your procedure is performed in our fully accredited surgical facility in Irvine, designed for comfort and safety.
When can I pick up my children after surgery?
Most patients should avoid lifting anything over ten pounds for at least two weeks; your surgeon will provide personalized guidance.
Recovery & Results
How soon can I return to work?
Many patients with desk jobs return in 10–14 days, while more strenuous roles may require additional time off.
How long will my results last?
Results can be long-lasting when maintained with stable weight and healthy lifestyle choices.
Is it safe to combine multiple procedures?
For properly selected patients, combining surgeries is considered safe and reduces total anesthesia exposure; candidacy is evaluated during consultation.
What can I do to minimize complications?
Follow pre-op instructions, avoid smoking, attend follow-ups, and adhere to activity restrictions during recovery.
Safety & Risks
Is Mommy Makeover covered by insurance?
Because it is a cosmetic procedure, insurance does not cover Mommy Makeover; we offer financing to make treatment affordable.
What determines the total cost of my Mommy Makeover?
Pricing depends on the number and type of procedures, operating time, anesthesia, and facility fees.
Can I get pregnant after a Mommy Makeover?
Pregnancy is possible, but a future pregnancy may reverse or alter results, so we recommend waiting until your family is complete.
How do I maintain my new figure?
Maintain a balanced diet, regular exercise, stable weight, and follow your surgeon’s long-term care recommendations.
Cost & Insurance
Is Mommy Makeover covered by insurance?
Because it is a cosmetic procedure, insurance does not cover Mommy Makeover; we offer financing to make treatment affordable.
What determines the total cost of my Mommy Makeover?
Pricing depends on the number and type of procedures, operating time, anesthesia, and facility fees.
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