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Category: Mommy Makeover


It’s Not Just Moms Who Get Mommy Makeovers: Here’s Why

Posted October 13, 2023

Mommy Makeovers have typically been sought by mothers seeking to improve the shape of their bodies after pregnancy, childbirth, and nursing. However, this comprehensive and transformative cosmetic procedure is also gaining popularity among other groups. A Mommy Makeover can be an excellent option for women who may never have given birth, but knowing how and […]

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Will Insurance Cover the Cost of Your Mommy Makeover?

Posted September 27, 2023

Deciding to improve the appearance of your body after one or more pregnancies can enhance your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. With more confidence, many Mommy Makeover patients feel better equipped to handle whatever life throws at them. However, determining the price of a Mommy Makeover can be confusing and complicated. While cosmetic procedures are […]

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Are You Ready for a Mommy Makeover?

Posted March 29, 2023

3 Minute Read:  Giving birth is something many women look forward to; however, the unfortunate reality is that pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can change a woman’s body and leave her with sagging skin and unwanted pockets of fat in various areas of the body. What’s even more frustrating is that these cosmetic concerns are often […]

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7 Ways to Prepare for Your Mommy Makeover

Posted February 20, 2020

3 Min ReadBefore taking on your Mommy Makeover, it is best to prepare your body, mind, and overall wellness. The Mommy Makeover is a comprehensive collection of plastic surgeries that restores your body to its pre-pregnancy contour. Physical and emotional preparation will help to ensure that your procedure and recovery is easily manageable.1. Consider Whether […]

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Tummy Tuck or Liposuction? Which One Is Right for Me?

Posted May 30, 2016

With the summer season upon us, many women become more self-conscious about the flaws in their body. Mothers especially may feel uncomfortable in the summer clothes and swimsuits they used to wear before pregnancy and childbirth. At Pasadena Cosmetic Surgery, tummy tuck and liposuction are both popular options for our mommy makeover patients. Each procedure […]

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Can Stretch Marks be Prevented?

Posted April 19, 2016

Stretch marks are a result of skin stretching at a rate too fast for elastin fibers to keep up with. This can occur during puberty and growth spurts or during periods of rapid growth such as pregnancy. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that 90% of women will develop stretch marks during their […]

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Rejuvenate Your Upper Body with Breast Lift Surgery

Posted April 05, 2016

For many women, breasts simply sag over time. Add to that pregnancy, nursing, and weight fluctuations, and a sagging breast tissue can become a serious issue detracting from the contours of the entire upper body. If you are struggling with sagging breast tissue and/or excess skin in the chest, now is the time to call […]

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Wow at the Beach with Mommy Makeover Surgery

Posted March 29, 2016

As we approach the summer months, moms throughout the Los Angeles area will begin to get children swim-ready. But what about the moms themselves? Don’t they, too, deserve to be ready for warmer weather and the more revealing clothes that accompany it? Board-certified Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole believes so – and is […]

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Springtime Body Contouring

Posted February 08, 2016

With spring approaching, warmer days are just ahead – and if you are uncomfortable with the shape or size of your body, now is the time to start considering your options. Board-certified Pasadena plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole offers a wide range of body contouring options that can trim and tone nearly any part of […]

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Why is Tummy Tuck Commonly Included in a Mommy Makeover?

Posted January 27, 2016

Pregnancy causes abdominal muscles to separate. This is essential to make room for your growing baby. It is also something that can prove next to impossible to reverse after your child has been born – even with consistent core exercises. In addition to separated muscles, fat deposits containing essential nutrients for babies in utero tends […]

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