Right now, we are in the middle of a body positivity revolution. On its surface, this seems great. However, berating people for not loving the way they look can be just as harmful as telling them they should be unhappy with their appearance. And few people are hurt by these black-and-white messages as much as mothers.
Post-Partum Body Changes
If what you need to feel your best is a little help with the size of your breasts, then consider breast augmentation.
After having a baby and especially after breastfeeding, the body changes women can experience are significant. In many cases, this is most visible in the breasts, something breast augmentation after a baby can help.
The skin stretches during pregnancy and even more so once the milk supply comes in. After breastfeeding is stopped, the milk supply dries up and can often lead to the breast tissue appearing deflated.
Sometimes, this sudden change can cause the breasts to shrink unevenly, leaving the woman with two differently sized breasts. And no matter how many memes you see telling you to love your body as it is, that is easier said than done.
Self-Image Matters
Motherhood brings about many radical changes, and as women shift into this new role, it is easy to lose their sense of self. The physical changes often exacerbate this. Opting for plastic surgery procedures can help mothers reclaim themselves.
Breast augmentation after a baby can be just the thing a woman needs reclaim herself while taking this new exciting mommy role.
If you are a mother who feels like you could use a little help reclaiming your sense of self, consider a breast augmentation, lift or combination procedure. It might just be the perfect Christmas gift to give yourself.
Author: Dr. Francesco Campanile
Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Francesco Campanile is a cosmetic surgeon in Denver who is focused on body contouring and breast enhancement. Time and time again, the women and men who choose Dr. Campanile say that they’ve found “the whole package” – a doctor who cares deeply about the quality of their results and has the skill to achieve excellence.
