Pregnancy and childbirth are life-changing experiences—but they can also significantly alter a woman’s body in ways that don’t always respond to diet and exercise. Many women find themselves dealing with stubborn fat, stretched abdominal muscles, and changes to their breasts long after their baby is born.
Dr. Stafford Broumand, a board-certified plastic surgeon serving patients in New York City, offers post-pregnancy body contouring procedures tailored to help women restore their pre-baby figure—or even enhance it. Whether you’re looking to address one area or undergo a full Mommy Makeover with two or more focus areas, your treatment plan is completely customized to meet your individual needs.
Common Post-Pregnancy Concerns
The physical changes caused by pregnancy vary from person to person, but some of the most common concerns include:
- Loose or sagging skin on the abdomen
- Separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
- Stubborn fat deposits on the flanks, thighs, or lower belly
- Deflated or sagging breasts
- Stretch marks and loss of skin elasticity
Even with consistent exercise and healthy eating, these concerns often persist, making surgical body contouring a popular option for women seeking more lasting improvement.
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Do Changes in Body Shape Due to Pregnancy Lead to Cosmetic Surgery?
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Liposuction: Sculpt and Refine
Liposuction is often one of the most effective tools for contouring areas that tend to store fat after pregnancy. Dr. Broumand uses advanced techniques to target and remove unwanted fat while creating smooth, natural-looking contours.
Popular treatment areas include:
- Lower abdomen
- Hips and flanks (“love handles”)
- Inner and outer thighs
- Upper arms
- Back and bra roll area
Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure, but it can help refine your silhouette and restore proportion.
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Breast Surgery After Baby: Lift, Restore, or Augment
Pregnancy can significantly affect breast shape, volume, and skin laxity.
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The effect of breastfeeding on breast aesthetics
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Dr. Broumand offers a range of breast procedures that may be part of your post-pregnancy contouring plan:
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts for a more youthful appearance.
- Breast Augmentation: Adds volume using implants to restore fullness lost after breastfeeding.
- Breast Lift with Augmentation: Combines lifting and volume enhancement for comprehensive rejuvenation.
- Breast Reduction: Removes excess tissue and reshapes overly large breasts that may cause discomfort.
Dr. Broumand will guide you through your options during your consultation and help you select the best approach based on your anatomy and goals.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Repair and Rejuvenate
A tummy tuck addresses many of the most frustrating post-pregnancy changes by removing excess skin, tightening stretched muscles, and recontouring the midsection. This is particularly beneficial for women with diastasis recti, which can cause a bulging abdomen that doesn’t improve with exercise alone.
Dr. Broumand performs full and mini tummy tucks, depending on the extent of correction needed.
Creating a Custom Post-Pregnancy Plan
For many women, combining multiple procedures—often called a Mommy Makeover—provides the most comprehensive results. This approach can address several areas in a single surgical session, with a consolidated recovery period. Your plan may include:
- Liposuction
- Tummy tuck
- Breast lift and/or augmentation
- Additional procedures like labiaplasty or skin treatments
Dr. Broumand will take the time to listen to your concerns, review your medical history, and design a personalized, safe, and effective surgical plan tailored to your specific needs.
Schedule Your Consultation in Manhattan
You deserve to feel confident and comfortable in your body again. With expert surgical techniques and a personalized approach, Dr. Broumand and the 740 Park Plastic Surgery team help mothers regain their shape and self-assurance after pregnancy. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation and learn more about post-pregnancy body contouring options.
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1 Zeitschrift für Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie. Do Changes in Body Shape Due to Pregnancy Lead to Cosmetic Surgery? A Cross-Sectional Study. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35500598/. Accessed May 27, 2025.
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3 Aesthetic Surgery Journal. The effect of breastfeeding on breast aesthetics. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19083576/. Accessed May 27, 2025.