Dr. Rafael Camberos explains what moms need to do after a mommy makeover procedure. Stay-at-home or employed, single or partnered—mothers are some of the busiest people among us.
If you’re interested in a mommy makeover in Tijuana, Mexico, you’re probably tempted by the possibility of beautiful results, while also being apprehensive about how much time you’ll need for recuperating at home.
Moms have to be prepared for every aspect of their experience, especially the recovery process.
A general guideline for most prospective patients is to take between 10-14 days away from work and other similar activities after a mommy makeover.
Depending on the exact procedures that are done as part of the mommy makeover and the patient’s demands at home/work, Dr. Camberos generally advises taking 10-14 days off.
However, many mommy makeover patients are used to catering to the needs of others, often sacrificing themselves in the process.
The postsurgical period is not the time to do this, as premature exertion can have uncomfortable—or even dangerous—consequences. These include:
Slowing Healing: If patients do too much activity, they can stress their incisions or worse cause a healing problem. It’s best to follow the after surgery instructions and activity limitations to ensure good and expedited healing.
Fluid accumulation: Swelling is a normal part of the healing process and can be mitigated by laying low and keeping your heart rate down. Too much swelling can be uncomfortable and may hamper the healing process.
Altered results: Part of the reason patients should take it easy after surgery is that too much movement can alter their results.
FAQ Regarding Recovery
Q. How can I continue to take care of my kids while I recover?
During the post-op phase, it’s important to know when to ask for help. Prior to your surgery, be sure you have a trustworthy adult—whether a spouse, friend, or family member—willing and able to lend a hand.
It’s important that your helper is physically able to do the things that you won’t be able to, such as picking up kids and bending over to pick something up off the floor.
Q. How can I support my children emotionally while I’m recovering?
Although you won’t be able to roughhouse and play with your kids for a few weeks after surgery, you can still be there for them.
Set aside some time each day to sit and talk to them about school, sports, friends, or other topics that matter to them.
Q. How should I talk to my children about my surgery?
Young children tend to associate doctors and medicine with illness, so it’s important to make it clear that you’re not sick and your condition is temporary.
Talk to children about surgery in an age-appropriate way. If possible show them the incisions to help normalize the situation.
When you’re ready to begin planning your own mommy makeover, please call Plastic Surgery Tijuana at (619) 598-2517 or start an online consultation with Dr. Camberos from the privacy and comfort of your home.
