WHAT DOES A MOMMY MAKEOVER INCLUDE?

Every plan is different, but most combine some version of breast work, abdominal tightening, and body contouring. The full surgery is performed under general anesthesia and usually takes between 3 and 6 hours depending on what's involved. In most cases it's an outpatient procedure at an accredited surgical center, which means you go home the same day to start recovering.

The goal is to address the things that bother you most, whether that's excess skin on the abdomen, sagging or deflated breasts, excess fat that's settled into new places, or all of the above. Here's what Dr. Schwartz typically works with.

Breast procedures

Pregnancy and breastfeeding put breasts through a lot. They swell during nursing (sometimes to three or four times their original size), often unevenly, and then deflate once you stop. Nipples and areolas stretch. Skin loses elasticity.

Depending on what you need, a breast augmentation restores volume with silicone or saline implants. A breast lift repositions sagging tissue and tightens the skin envelope. A breast reduction brings relief if size is causing discomfort. Fat transfer works for women who want a subtle, natural increase without implants.

Dr. Schwartz is also known for his Signature Breast Lipolift®, a less invasive option that tightens, reshapes, and corrects postpartum changes without a traditional augmentation.

Tummy tuck

This is the backbone of most mommy makeovers. During pregnancy, the skin stretches (often leaving stretch marks and loose folds), and the connective tissue between your abdominal muscles separates, a condition called Rectus Diastasis. No amount of core work fixes that separation once it happens.

A tummy tuck repairs the muscle wall, removes excess skin, and reshapes the midsection. Dr. Schwartz tightens both the internal structure and external contour to create a flat, natural-looking result.

Nipple surgery

Breastfeeding changes nipples too. Dr. Schwartz performs nipple reduction and inverted nipple correction, either as part of a larger procedure or on its own in the office.

Brazilian Butt Lift

Hormonal shifts and weight fluctuation during and after pregnancy often leave fat in places you don't want it while areas that used to have shape go flat. A Brazilian Butt Lift uses liposuction to harvest that unwanted fat, then transfers it to the buttocks and hips. You lose volume where you don't want it and gain it where you do.

HOW IS THE CONSULTATION STRUCTURED?

During your consultation, Dr. Schwartz takes time to understand what changed, what bothers you most, and what you're hoping to get back. Bringing photos from before pregnancy helps. It gives both of you a shared reference point.

He does a full 360-degree physical examination and then builds a treatment plan around your goals, your anatomy, and how much recovery time you can realistically take. The procedures he recommends will be specific to you, not pulled from a standard menu. You'll leave with a clear surgical plan and a cost estimate so there are no surprises.

WHAT DOES RECOVERY LOOK LIKE?

Recovery is real, and it helps to know what you're signing up for.

First 1 to 2 weeks: Dr. Schwartz recommends staying at a recovery facility the first night or two. You'll need a solid support system at home, especially if you have young kids. Expect bruising, swelling, and tightness. Pain is managed with prescribed medication. You'll wear compression garments and be walking early (that's intentional, it helps circulation), but nothing strenuous. No lifting anything over 10 lbs, which includes most toddlers.

Weeks 2 to 4: Swelling starts to ease. Most patients feel well enough for light errands and desk work. Walking and gentle movement are encouraged, but core exercises and heavy lifting are still off the table.

Weeks 4 to 6: Energy picks up noticeably. Light cardio or yoga usually gets cleared around week four. By week six, moderate workouts and lifting up to 10 lbs are typically approved.

After six weeks: Most patients are back to normal activity, including more intense exercise. Some swelling can linger for months, but your shape continues settling and refining through about month six to a year.

The Rapid Recuperation™ protocol plays a big role here. Dr. Schwartz uses gentle anesthesia techniques and structured pre- and post-op care specifically to shorten this timeline without cutting corners on safety.

WHAT DOES IT COST?

There's no fixed price because no two plans are identical. In Beverly Hills, mommy makeovers typically range from $35,000 to over $75,000 depending on which procedures are involved, facility and anesthesia fees, and whether implants or other supplies are needed.

Dr. Schwartz's office works with financing options through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit if you'd prefer to spread the cost out.

WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE?

The best candidates are women who are done having children, are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding, and are at a stable weight they can maintain. If you've been consistent with fitness and nutrition but certain things (separated abs, sagging breasts, stubborn fat) just won't budge, surgery may be the practical next step.

During your consultation, Dr. Schwartz reviews your medical history and walks through what's realistic for your body and goals. No pressure, no upsell. Just a clear-eyed conversation about what's possible and what the recovery will actually look like.

If you're ready to explore your options, our office is right off Wilshire and San Vicente in Beverly Hills.

240 S La Cienega Blvd #200
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

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