Blog: Mommy Makeover

Growing and nourishing a child with their bodies is an extremely satisfying, life-changing experience for women. However, it is completely normal for new moms to feel like their bodies no longer reflect how they see themselves. Postpartum recovery looks different for every woman, but it’s common for women to experience sagging,...

When you’re considering plastic surgery, it’s important to factor recovery times into your plans. Recovery times can vary depending on overall health and procedure, and some patients may take longer to be back to 100% while others may require less time. Some Factors When Considering Recovery Time Include: Average duration of...

Jane, one of Dr. Shahram Salemy’s patients, was featured on Realself. She explained how undergoing a Mommy Makeover helped transform her life. Her procedures included a breast lift, tummy tuck, and labiaplasty. Read more about Jane’s story on Realself

“I feel comfortable in my own skin.” In this popular mommy makeover video, we follow Sara Hagen from Bozeman, Montana, who, after researching surgeons extensively, traveled across two states to work specifically with Award-Winning Seattle Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shahram Salemy. Dr. Salemy and his staff helped Sara plan the logistics of...

“The procedure, a mommy makeover, is to become that person you were before you had children on the outside, and have your own identity, and feel beautiful, because that’s so important as a mother, to feel beautiful.” -Amanda Pearson, Issaquah, WA After 2 years, we are circling back to Amanda’s story:...

Abdominoplasties, also known as “Tummy Tucks”, are often employed by men and women after their bodies have suffered the effects of aging, heredity, prior surgeries, heredity, and pregnancy. Tummy Tucks are quite popular cosmetic procedures, can be an excellent option for individuals with otherwise normal weight and body proportion but who...

Question: Does my Mommy Makeover have to be performed in 3 separate surgeries? Read what Board-Certified Seattle Cosmetic Surgeon had to say about another surgeon’s recommendation to have a Mommy Makeover completed in 3 separate surgeries. (Big Hint: Healthy patients with reasonable anatomies can often enjoy combined, less costly procedures with...

This Seattle patient regained her self-confidence and reclaimed her life after having undergone a Mommy Makeover by Seattle Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shahram Salemy. Many moms, despite a commitment to dieting, exercising, and leading a healthy lifestyle, are often unable to overcome all of the effects of pregnancy (skin and muscle laxity,...

Most Overweight Patients Show Lasting Weight Loss One Year after Abdominoplasty A preliminary study revealed that many abdominoplasty (“tummy tuck“) patients may experience significant and long-term weight loss, especially those who were obese or overweight before their procedure. The study was detailed by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the...

With celebrities seeming to bounce back quickly after pregnancy, you may be wondering if they have undergone a “mommy makeover”. While we continue to wonder, here are the basics of a “mommy makeover” if you are considering undergoing one yourself. A “mommy makeover” is becoming an increasingly popular option for women...

The term “mommy makeover” is thrown around a lot on line and in various forums, and folks often ask me what exactly it is and if they are a good candidate for one. Basically, a “Mommy Makeover” involved 2 or more procedures performed during one surgery to help get you looking...