How is a Menopause Makeover Different From a Mommy Makeover?
As you move through different life stages, your body may change in unexpected or unwanted ways. It’s completely normal, but often very frustrating and distressing.
If you’re struggling with sagging skin, extra fat, or changes in shape that you didn’t sign up for, procedures like a menopause makeover or a mommy makeover can help bring back your confidence.
Although the two procedures share similar names, they address distinct concerns that emerge at different points in a woman’s life.
Board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald has performed thousands of body contouring procedures for happy patients throughout Westchester County, NYC, and Fairfield County.
Dr. Greenwald ensures that each makeover is tailored to the woman and her stage in life. Read on to learn more about each procedure and the concerns it corrects.
Understanding the Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover is typically performed after pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding to address the unwanted changes these milestones leave behind. It often combines procedures such as a tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and liposuction to restore the pre-pregnancy shape.
The focus is on tightening stretched skin, repairing muscle separation, and improving body contours affected by weight fluctuation or nursing.
Patients considering a mommy makeover usually still have resilient skin and good overall elasticity. Mommy makeovers help many women regain confidence in their appearance after completing their families.
How the Menopause Makeover Differs
A menopause makeover is designed for women in midlife whose bodies have changed due to natural hormonal shifts. With menopause, lower estrogen levels can lead to a loss of skin elasticity, fat redistribution, and volume reduction in areas such as the face, breasts, and buttocks.
A menopause makeover, like a mommy makeover, usually includes a tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction. However, it doesn’t focus solely on lifting and tightening. A major goal of many menopause makeovers is restoring youthful fullness and proportion using fat transfer. In this way, Dr. Greenwald can use the fat removed through liposuction to plump up the areas that may look thin due to volume loss.
Why Timing and Personalization Matter
While both treatments share the goal of enhancing confidence, the difference lies in timing and the body’s underlying physiology. Skin behaves differently after years of collagen loss, and healing times can vary. For women navigating perimenopause or post-menopause, surgical planning requires a nuanced understanding of hormonal effects, bone structure, and recovery patterns.
With decades of experience and repeated recognition as a Top Doc by Castle & Connolly, Dr. Greenwald brings the expertise and artistry necessary for transformative yet natural outcomes. His advanced techniques maximize precision and symmetry while minimizing downtime.
Restore Balance at Any Stage of Life
Mommy and menopause makeovers are powerful, rejuvenating procedures. Whether you’re regaining pre-pregnancy contours or addressing age-related changes, Dr. Greenwald can help you achieve balanced, youthful results that complement your individual beauty.
To discover which approach can work best for your goals, call (914) 421-0113 to book your appointment with Dr. Joshua Greenwald.
Dr. Joshua Greenwald is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City who studied and trained at prestigious educational institutions including Columbia University, Emory University, and New York University School of Medicine. His keen aesthetic eye and refined surgical techniques have led him to be a top choice for cosmetic face, breast, and body procedures in NYC. His exceptional patient care has earned him the distinction of “Top Doc” by both Westchester Magazine and Castle & Connolly for over 10 years running. Dr. Greenwald is an active member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Westchester County Medical Society.