Restoring your youthful appearance after pregnancy is not an easy task because you have to shed off pounds of extra fat and tone up the sagging skin. If you are only relying on regular exercises and diet plans to achieve this, it will take you months, if not years. And even after the many months of weight lifting and dieting, you might still not get the desired results. That’s why most women prefer to undergo a mommy makeover.
This is a combination of several cosmetic procedures to remove excess fat, tissue, and skin for a firmer and youthful profile. These procedures include breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, and body lift (circumferential abdominoplasty). These procedures can be performed at once or maybe spaced out over several surgical sessions for safety reasons. Proper physical and emotional preparation is needed to help you go through the process successfully.
Here are some important steps you need to take when preparing for a mommy makeover.
Talk to Your Doctor about the Procedure 
The first step towards getting your youthful body back is to find the right mommy makeover surgeon. He or she should perform the surgery and give you the necessary advice on what each procedure entails and what to do to recover fully. During your doctor’s appointment, ask all the important questions.
Avoid Certain Medications
There are certain medicines and supplements that you shouldn’t take a few days before the surgery. They include aspirin, NSAIDs, and ibuprofen. These medicines are known to make the blood thinner, thus increasing bleeding. If you must take certain medications, seek clearance from your doctor.
Stop Smoking
Smoking affects the performance of your lungs and heart by inhibiting blood circulation. Therefore, if you smoke before surgery, you will be increasing your chances of getting heart complications or even stroke during surgery. It also complicates healing and can lead to skin loss.
Stock Up Food and Prescriptions
It is essential to stock up food and medical supplies before surgery to have enough time to rest after the surgery. Because you will undergo several procedures at once, you will need extended bed rest to recover fully. So, make sure you have enough supplies.
Prepare Recovery Place
Make sure you have a designated recovery place in your house. It helps you to remain comfortable throughout the healing process. The location should be quiet but accessible to other family members and your caregiver.
