A Mommy Makeover is a personalized combination of procedures designed to restore the areas most affected by pregnancy and breastfeeding. Rather than a single operation, it’s a custom plan that targets each woman’s unique concerns in one coordinated surgery.
At Asia Pacific Aesthetics in Honolulu, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Shim Ching and Dr. Zachary Long offer Hawai‘i moms highly customized treatment plans grounded in advanced training and uncompromising safety.
Dr. Ching performs approximately 100 Mommy Makeovers each year, supported by training in Canada, Brazil, Switzerland, and the U.S., as well as more than a decade of recognition as one of the “Best Doctors in America,” along with multiple Top Doctor and “Best of Hawai‘i” honors. Paired with Dr. Long’s comprehensive reconstructive and aesthetic experience, our practice has become a trusted destination for women from O‘ahu, the neighbor islands, and around the world.
Let’s take a look at your options when curating your transformation, recovery considerations, and why Asia Pacific Aesthetics is the best choice for a Mommy Makeover after pregnancy in Hawaii.
What Can a Mommy Makeover Change?
- Breast volume loss and sagging: After breastfeeding, breasts may deflate, droop, or appear asymmetrical.
- Stretched abdominal skin: As the uterus grows, the skin and underlying tissues stretch, often leaving laxity or loose folds that do not fully retract after childbirth.
- Diastasis recti (separated abdominal muscles): The “six-pack” muscles frequently separate during pregnancy, creating a persistent belly bulge and reduced core stability long after delivery.
- Stubborn fat pockets: Hormonal shifts and pregnancy-related weight changes can leave resistant fat on the abdomen, hips, thighs, flanks, or back—even with regular exercise.
- Changes to intimate anatomy: Vaginal childbirth may alter the shape or comfort of the labia or vaginal tissues. Some women notice irritation, tugging, or reduced confidence in fitted clothing or swimwear.
Mommy Makeover Options For Hawai‘i Moms
1. Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation
Pregnancy and breastfeeding often leave breasts deflated, lower on the chest, or uneven. A mommy makeover might include:
- Breast lift (mastopexy): Reshapes and elevates the breast, tightening stretched skin and repositioning the nipple to a more youthful position.
- Breast augmentation: Implants or fat transfer can help restore or enhance the volume lost during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
For many women, combining lift and augmentation in a single surgery creates a fuller, lifted look that still feels proportionate to their frame.
2. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
A tummy tuck addresses three key issues that diet and exercise usually can’t fix:
- Excess or overhanging abdominal skin
- Stubborn fat deposits
- Separation of the abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
By removing excess tissue and tightening the abdominal wall, abdominoplasty enhances posture, core strength, and overall functional comfort.
3. Liposuction and Body Contouring
Even with a healthy lifestyle, many women notice lingering pockets of fat around the hips, flanks, thighs, or back after pregnancy. Liposuction can refine these areas, making a significant difference in how you feel in swimwear and fitted clothing.
4. Intimate Rejuvenation
Childbirth can stretch not only the abdomen and breasts but also the vaginal and vulvar tissues. Genital procedures, including labiaplasty, are increasingly part of postpartum aesthetic surgery plans for women bothered by physical discomfort or appearance changes.
Recovering From a Mommy Makeover in Hawai‘i
While the foundational aspects of recovery are similar everywhere, Hawai‘i presents its own unique set of lifestyle considerations, which we help you plan for in advance.
Heat and sun
- Our warm climate means your skin is exposed to intense UV rays year-round
- Because early UV exposure can darken healing scars and increase puffiness, we’ll guide you on breathable compression garments, when to transition from indoor rest to outdoor movement, and how to safely layer sun protection during walks
- We’ll also help you create realistic timelines for returning to the beach—most patients need to wait until their incisions are well healed and swelling has eased before swimming or sunbathing
- During this stage, wide-brim hats, shaded paths, and loose clothing become your best allies
Humidity and comfort
- Hawai‘i’s humidity can sometimes make compression garments feel warmer or more restrictive
- We’ll help you choose the right materials, offer tips for staying cool indoors, and personalize your garment schedule to maximize comfort without compromising your results
Family-centered recovery
- We’ll help you map out how to protect your healing body while still staying connected to family life
- This may include arranging short-term help with lifting children, planning gentle ways to comfort little ones without straining incisions, or coordinating with relatives for school pickups and evening routines
Neighbor island and international travel
- Many of our patients fly in from Maui, Kaua‘i, the Big Island, and beyond
- As such, we offer guidance on when it’s safe to fly, how long to stay on O‘ahu post-surgery, and how to structure virtual follow-up appointments
- Our team frequently assists with hotel proximity, mobility needs, and scheduling your first check-in before you return home
Where Hawai‘i Moms Begin Their Next Chapter
Asia Pacific Aesthetics offers something rare for women considering a Mommy Makeover in Hawai‘i: a blend of world-class surgical expertise and a multidisciplinary team that truly understands the lived experience of raising a family in the islands. Every mother’s goals, routines, and cultural values shape how we plan care, creating a thoughtful, supportive environment where you can feel fully seen and genuinely cared for. If you’re ready to explore your options, we invite you to book a private consultation with us today.
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