Pregnancy and breastfeeding are beautiful experiences that forever change your body. Stretched abdominal muscles, deflated breasts, stubborn fat deposits, and loose skin often persist despite rigorous diet and exercise. A mommy makeover addresses these changes comprehensively, helping mothers reclaim their pre-pregnancy confidence and physique.

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh, Head of Plastic Surgery at Artemis Hospital in Sector 51, Gurgaon, specialises in customised mommy makeover procedures that combine multiple surgeries—including tummy tuck surgery, breast procedures, and liposuction—into a single transformative experience. With over 17 years of expertise and a Fellowship from St Louis Hospital, Paris, he has helped countless mothers from Golf Course Road to Defence Colony restore their bodies and self-esteem.

This comprehensive guide explores everything you need to know about mommy makeover surgery in 2026, from procedure options to recovery expectations.

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover is not a single procedure but rather a customised combination of surgeries designed to address the physical changes caused by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. By combining multiple procedures into one surgical session, patients enjoy unified recovery and more comprehensive transformation.

Common Mommy Makeover Components

• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Removes excess abdominal skin, tightens separated muscles (diastasis recti), and creates a flatter, firmer midsection.
• Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Raises and reshapes breasts that have lost volume and developed ptosis after breastfeeding.
• Breast Augmentation: Restores lost breast volume using implants or fat transfer for fuller, more youthful contours.
• Breast Reduction: Addresses breasts that remain uncomfortably large after pregnancy, causing back pain and discomfort.
• Liposuction: Removes stubborn fat deposits from flanks, thighs, arms, or other areas resistant to diet and exercise.

Mothers from DLF Phase 5 to Vasant Vihar appreciate that Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh tailors each mommy makeover to address their specific concerns rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach.

Ready to reclaim your body? Book now or call +91 82879 23924 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh.

How Pregnancy Changes Your Body

Understanding the physical changes pregnancy causes helps explain why body contouring surgery offers solutions that exercise alone cannot provide.

Abdominal Changes

The growing uterus stretches abdominal muscles apart, creating diastasis recti—a gap between the rectus muscles that causes a persistent bulge regardless of weight loss. Skin stretched beyond its elastic capacity develops laxity and often stretch marks that no cream can erase.

Breast Changes

Hormonal fluctuations cause breasts to enlarge during pregnancy and breastfeeding, then deflate afterwards. This cycle stretches skin and weakens supporting ligaments, resulting in ptosis (sagging), loss of upper pole fullness, and nipples that point downward.

Fat Distribution Changes

Pregnancy hormones encourage fat storage in areas like the hips, thighs, and flanks to support breastfeeding. This fat often proves resistant to diet and exercise, persisting long after the desired weight has been achieved.

Women from Magnolias to Greater Kailash who have maintained healthy weights yet struggle with these changes find that mommy makeover surgery addresses what lifestyle modifications cannot.

Ideal Candidates for Mommy Makeover

A successful mommy makeover requires careful patient selection. During consultations at Artemis Hospital, Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh evaluates whether you are an appropriate candidate.

• Finished Having Children: Whilst future pregnancies will not undo all results, they can compromise outcomes. Ideal candidates have completed their families.
• Stable Weight: Candidates should be at or near their goal weight and maintain a stable weight for at least six months before surgery.
• Good Overall Health: Non-smoking status, controlled medical conditions, and adequate nutrition support safe surgery and optimal healing.
• Completed Breastfeeding: Breast procedures should be performed at least three to six months after weaning to allow breast tissue to stabilise.
• Realistic Expectations: Understanding that a mommy makeover restores rather than perfects ensures satisfaction with results.
• Adequate Recovery Support: Childcare assistance for two to three weeks post-surgery is essential, as lifting restrictions apply.

Mothers from Sushant Lok, Sector 57, and Haus Khas who meet these criteria typically achieve excellent, long-lasting results that enhance both appearance and confidence.

Find out if you are a candidate. Book now or call +91 82879 23924 for your personalised assessment.

The Mommy Makeover Procedure

Customised Surgical Planning

Every mommy makeover begins with a detailed consultation where Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh examines your areas of concern, discusses your goals, and designs a surgical plan addressing your specific needs. This may include two, three, or more procedures combined strategically.

Surgery Day

Mommy makeover surgery is performed under general anaesthesia at Artemis Hospital’s advanced surgical facilities. The procedure typically takes 4-6 hours, depending on the combination of procedures included. An overnight stay may be recommended for comprehensive makeovers.

Procedure Sequencing

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh sequences procedures strategically—typically beginning with breast surgery, followed by abdominal work, then liposuction—to optimise safety, efficiency, and results.

Professionals from Palam Vihar to Vasant Kunj appreciate the efficiency of addressing multiple concerns in a single surgery with unified recovery, minimising time away from family and career responsibilities.

Recovery and Results

Recovery Timeline

• Week One: Rest is essential. Pain medication manages discomfort, and drains may be present for tummy tuck patients. No lifting, including children.
• Weeks Two to Three: Light walking encouraged. Most drains removed. Gradual increase in light activities whilst avoiding strain.
• Weeks Four to Six: Return to most normal activities, including driving and desk work. No strenuous exercise or heavy lifting yet.
• Months Two to Three: Resume exercise gradually. Swelling continues resolving, and results become increasingly apparent.
• Month Six and Beyond: Final results visible as all swelling resolves and tissues settle into their new positions.

Long-Term Results

Mommy makeover results are long-lasting when maintained with a healthy lifestyle and stable weight. Tummy tuck results are essentially permanent unless significant weight fluctuations or future pregnancy occur. Breast results remain excellent for many years, with natural ageing occurring gradually.

Women from Golf Course Extension, DLF Camelia, and Chanakyapuri find that their mommy makeover investment delivers lasting confidence that positively impacts every aspect of their lives.

Start your transformation journey. Book now or call +91 82879 23924 to discuss your goals with Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long after giving birth should I wait for a mommy makeover?

Most surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after childbirth and three to six months after completing breastfeeding. This allows your body to stabilise, hormones to normalise, and weight to settle. Waiting ensures optimal surgical outcomes and healing.

2. Can I have more children after a mommy makeover?

Whilst future pregnancy is possible after a mommy makeover, it will stretch abdominal muscles and skin again, potentially compromising tummy tuck results. Breast changes from subsequent pregnancy and breastfeeding may also affect the breast procedure results. Ideally, complete your family before surgery.

3. How much time off work will I need?

Most patients require two to three weeks off work, depending on job demands. Desk jobs may allow a return sooner, whilst physically demanding work requires longer recovery. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh provides personalised guidance based on your procedure combination and occupation.

4. Will my scars be visible?

Mommy makeover incisions are strategically placed to be hidden by underwear and bikinis. Tummy tuck scars run along the bikini line, breast scars hide around the areolae or in breast folds. With proper care, scars fade significantly over 12-18 months.

5. Is mommy makeover surgery safe?

When performed by a qualified plastic surgeon at an accredited facility like Artemis Hospital, mommy makeover surgery is safe. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh carefully evaluates patient health, limits procedure duration, and employs safety protocols to minimise risks whilst achieving excellent outcomes.

6. Can I breastfeed after breast surgery, including a mommy makeover?

Many women successfully breastfeed after breast lift or augmentation surgery. However, breast reduction may affect milk production depending on the technique used. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh discusses this consideration during consultation if future breastfeeding is important to you.

Reclaim Your Pre-Baby Body

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh and his expert team at Artemis Hospital understand that motherhood changes you in beautiful ways—but you deserve to feel confident and comfortable in your body. A customised mommy makeover can restore what pregnancy has changed, helping you embrace both motherhood and your own reflection.

From Nirvana Country to Anand Niketan, from MG Road to South Extension, mothers across Gurgaon and South Delhi trust Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh for comprehensive post-pregnancy transformation. His M.Ch qualification, Paris Fellowship, and 17+ years of experience ensure you receive care that honours both your safety and your aesthetic goals.

Ready to transform? Book now or call +91 82879 23924 to schedule your consultation today.

Or visit Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana 122001.

Your transformation awaits. Let Dr. Pradeep Kumar Singh help you achieve it.