08/24/2026
A mommy makeover is not a single moment. It is a result that continues to evolve.
This before, three-month, and three-year progression offers an honest look at long-term healing. At three months, swelling may still be resolving, tissues are still settling, and scars are still maturing. With time, scars can soften and fade while breast and abdominal contours continue to refine.
Healthy lifestyle habits matter, too. Maintaining a stable weight, prioritizing nourishing food and hydration, returning to regular movement once cleared, avoiding ni****ne, and protecting scars from the sun can support healing and help preserve your results.
The takeaway: do not judge a long-term result by an early recovery photo. Give your body time, follow your postoperative plan, and remember that healing continues well after you feel back to normal.
Considering a mommy makeover? Schedule a consultation with our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael Carlisle, to discuss your goals, recovery, and a plan designed for your body.
📍Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery & Spa
West Des Moines, Iowa
📞(515) 277-5555
Individual results, scars, and healing timelines vary.