Mommy Makeover FAQ

The Mommy Makeover refers to a personalised aesthetic surgery protocol designed to correct the bodily changes linked to pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is not a single operation but a combination of procedures chosen for each patient: abdominoplasty, breast surgery, liposuction. The aim is to restore a harmonious figure after motherhood, while respecting the natural balance of the body.

A Mommy Makeover generally combines an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), a breast augmentation or lift and targeted liposuction. Repair of rectus diastasis may complete the protocol when the abdominal muscles have separated during pregnancy. The exact choice of combined procedures is defined during the consultation with Dr Paul Seknadje, according to your anatomy.

There is no single waiting time. The right moment is when the body has regained its balance and the plan to have children is complete.

Every situation nonetheless remains individual. The quality of the skin, the extent of the diastasis, weight stability, general state of health and plans for future pregnancies are all criteria that guide the decision.

The best moment is not the one dictated by the calendar, but the one when the body has stabilised and the woman is ready to turn the page on her pregnancies.

The length of a Mommy Makeover depends on the number and nature of the combined procedures. A combined procedure generally takes two to four hours, under general anaesthetic, in a healthcare facility. Dr Paul Seknadje refines this estimate during the consultation, according to the personalised protocol chosen and the operating time required for each procedure.

The cost of a Mommy Makeover depends on the surgical procedures carried out. Each procedure is entirely personalised according to the patient's needs. A detailed quote is always provided at the end of the consultation.

In certain situations, a contribution from French health insurance (Assurance Maladie) may be considered for some procedures when they meet the medical criteria in force. This is notably the case for:

• certain repairs of the abdominal wall when there is a significant abdominal apron after pregnancy, associated with an objectively confirmed diastasis and meeting the reimbursement criteria;
• certain significant breast hypertrophies, when the medical and regulatory criteria are met (planned removal of more than 300 g per breast).

The other procedures carried out as part of a Mommy Makeover most often come under aesthetic surgery and do not benefit from a contribution from French health insurance (Assurance Maladie). A purely aesthetic surgical procedure can no longer be combined with a reconstructive one: in that case, the Mommy Makeover is considered purely aesthetic. During the consultation, a precise clinical examination makes it possible to determine which procedures may potentially qualify for this contribution and to draw up a personalised quote in full transparency.

The surgical plan is defined according to the needs of each patient. The arrangements for administrative cover follow from it, and not the other way round.

Price range

These ranges are indicative. Only the personal quote provided in consultation, in accordance with French regulations and before the statutory reflection period, is binding.

Where the procedures take place

Recovery after a Mommy Makeover generally spans four to six weeks. A return to non-physical work often takes place after two to three weeks, and a return to sport after six to eight weeks depending on the surgeon's advice. Wearing a compression garment and regular post-operative follow-up support recovery until the results have stabilised.

The Mommy Makeover comes under aesthetic surgery and, as such, is not covered by French health insurance (Assurance Maladie). Certain reconstructive procedures, such as the repair of a significant diastasis or an associated hernia, may be eligible for partial cover under strict medical conditions. This question is examined on a case-by-case basis during the consultation.

Like any surgery, the Mommy Makeover has contraindications: active smoking, unstable weight, certain chronic conditions or plans for pregnancy in the near future. The pre-operative assessment and the discussion with Dr Paul Seknadje make it possible to assess each patient's eligibility and to ensure the safety of the procedure. Safety always takes precedence over the aesthetic outcome.

It is preferable to have completed your plans for motherhood before a Mommy Makeover. A subsequent pregnancy can indeed alter the results obtained, particularly at the level of the abdominal wall and the breasts. This procedure does not, however, prevent a future pregnancy; this point is discussed openly and without judgement during the consultation with the surgeon.

The first consultation is a time for listening and clinical examination. Dr Paul Seknadje analyses your expectations, examines the areas concerned and proposes a personalised Mommy Makeover protocol. He explains the process, the after-effects and the expected results, provides a detailed quote, and reminds you of the statutory 15-day reflection period before any decision. You leave with clear and complete information.