Mommy Makeover in San Antonio

Recovery from your surgery will be a gradual process, and your exact timeline will depend on which procedures you ultimately decide to choose. Here's what a typical mommy makeover recovery looks like, phase by phase:

• Week 1: Rest & Initial Healing - The first week is all about rest. Expect some pain, swelling, and bruising as your body begins to heal — all managed through Dr. Micallef's and Dr. Ortiz's personalized pain relief strategies. Most patients take one to two weeks off work, depending on the extent of their procedures, and will need help at home with childcare, lifting, and daily tasks during this time.
• Weeks 2–4: Gradual Return to Activity - As swelling begins to subside, you can slowly reintroduce light daily activities, short walks, and eventually a return to desk work. Strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and any pressure on treated areas should still be avoided during this stretch — patience here protects your results.

• Weeks 4–6: Building Back Strength - By this point in recovery, most patients feel noticeably more like themselves. You can typically begin easing back into low-impact exercise, though we recommend continuing to avoid heavy lifting or intense workouts until you're cleared, generally around the six-week mark.
• Months 3–6: Final Results Emerge - This is where your mommy makeover results truly come together. As remaining swelling fades and incision lines continue to soften, your final, rejuvenated contours reveal themselves fully. Staying closely aligned with Dr. Micallef's and Dr. Ortiz's post-operative guidance during this stretch is often what separates a good outcome from a great one.

You've spent years putting everyone else first. With time, patience, and the right care team behind you, your Mommy Makeover isn't just about how you look; it's about finally feeling at home in your body again.