Can a Mummy Makeover Remove Stretch Marks?
If you’ve had children, you’ll know just how much your body can change during and after pregnancy. While stretch marks are completely normal, and incredibly common, they’re also one of the top concerns for many women thinking about a post-baby body makeover.
A ‘mummy makeover’ is designed to restore and reshape areas of the body most affected by pregnancy, but can it actually remove stretch marks?
In this blog, we’ll look at what a mummy makeover includes, how it could help with stretch marks, and what other treatment options may be worth considering as part of your post-pregnancy plan.
What exactly is a mummy makeover?
A mummy makeover isn’t one single procedure, it’s a personalised combination of surgeries designed to target the areas most affected by pregnancy and childbirth. For many women, that includes the breasts, tummy, and sometimes the hips or thighs. The most common elements are a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast surgery (such as augmentation, a lift, or both), and sometimes liposuction to reshape certain areas and restore balance.
The aim is to help women feel more confident in their post-baby bodies, not to chase perfection, but to feel more like you again.
Can stretch marks be removed?
The short answer is it depends on where the stretch marks are. A tummy tuck, which is often a core part of a mummy makeover, can remove stretch marks that sit on the lower part of the abdomen, especially those below the belly button. This is because the procedure involves removing excess skin in that area and tightening the muscles underneath. If your stretch marks fall within the skin that’s being removed, then yes, they’ll go with it.
However, stretch marks that are higher up on the abdomen, or on the sides of the tummy, likely won’t be removed during surgery. They may become less noticeable once the skin is tightened, but they won’t disappear completely. The same goes for stretch marks on the breasts. While a breast lift or augmentation can reshape and reposition the tissue, it won’t erase stretch marks entirely, though it may improve how they appear.
When can you have a mummy makeover postpartum?
It’s important to give your body time to recover before considering any kind of surgery. Most surgeons, including Mr Nigel Horlock, recommend waiting at least 6 months after giving birth, and ideally a few months after you’ve finished breastfeeding. This gives your hormones time to settle, your skin a chance to recover, and ensures that your weight has stabilised. It is worth bearing in mind that if you’re planning further pregnancies, this will impact your results.
During your consultation, you’ll be able to talk through your post-pregnancy journey, your goals, and what’s possible based on your body now, not just what it used to be.
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A mummy makeover can do a lot. It can lift, flatten, reshape, and restore. And yes, in many cases, it can help reduce or even remove certain stretch marks, especially those on the lower tummy. However, it’s not a guaranteed fix for every mark or scar.
If you’re considering a mummy makeover and want to know what’s possible for you, book a consultation with Mr Nigel Horlock to talk through your options.
