When To Get a Tummy Tuck After Baby

Every mom knows that having a baby can come with some not-so-pleasant body changes. Stretch marks, extra flab, and joint problems are all body issues that most new moms often have to face. While a mother knows that their baby is worth every bit of discomfort they might be feeling, these unwanted body changes can lead to poor body image. Because of this, moms might look for a quick fix that will get their bodies into shape instead of looking for something that will offer long-term results. One of the more controversial post-pregnancy procedures that you might have heard of is called a c-tuck.

With a c-tuck, a surgeon performs a tummy tuck after a mother delivers her baby by c-section. While combining a scheduled C-section with a tummy tuck might sound like a great way to get a flat stomach after the birth of a baby, many surgeons suggest waiting until their bodies recover from pregnancy before having a tummy tuck done. Waiting will ensure that the abdominal muscles have time to heal and this also lowers the mom’s health risks.

Will Today’s Hot Celebrites Age Gracefully?

With stars like Demi Moore and Jennifer Aniston looking better than ever in their 40s, it is easy to wonder “what’s their secret?” We all know that celebrities practice strenuous exercise routines, high-maintenance beauty rituals, and pencil in plenty of cosmetic surgery all in an effort to keep that youthful glow. But even with all these beauty treatments, some celebs just tend to age better than others.

Dr. Tony Youn, a successful cosmetic surgeon who has been featured on Dr. 90210, recently put together his picks of the celebrities he feels will age gracefully and those he feels will quickly pass their prime. You can check it out here.

Bridal Boosts for the Big Day

Brides are starting to realize the potential of cosmetic procedures for getting into top shape for their wedding. Liposuction, breast augmentation, and facial treatments are the most common, according to Dr. Robert Zaworski, an Atlanta-based plastic surgeon. Read more of Dr. Zaworski’s tips for brides in this news story.

One Virginia clinic advertises “bridal makeovers” that include options such as fillers and peels and provides a helpful timeline for getting work done. It also suggests giving bridesmaids cosmetic procedures as thank-you gifts.

Prices can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars depending on the procedure, and brides will want to schedule in enough recovery time, so plan ahead. Midwest Medical Aesthetics offers a number of treatments to choose from. Give us a call!

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