Being a new mom is a rollercoaster of emotions, but for one woman, the ride has taken a dark turn. After giving birth to her first child, she’s struggling to accept her post-pregnancy body. She’s always been slim and fit, but now she feels ugly and self-conscious. Desperate to regain her confidence, she’s considering a ‘mommy makeover’ – a package of cosmetic procedures like liposuction and breast augmentation. But her husband, family, and friends are against it, calling her vain and selfish. Is she wrong for wanting to feel good about herself again?
The Perfect Baby, But…

Post-Pregnancy Body Blues

Feeling Like an Alien

Mommy Makeover to the Rescue?

Husband Says No

Not Just About Money

Family and Friends Disapprove

Wishing She Wasn’t Vain

Seeking Confidence

Feeling the Pressure

The Big Question

One and Only Baby

Fitness Efforts

Therapy Sessions

Desire for Confidence Clashes with Loved Ones’ Opinions
This new mom is desperate to feel confident in her body again, but her loved ones aren’t on board with her plan for a ‘mommy makeover.’ They say she’s vain and selfish, and that she should be proud of the body that carried her baby. But she just wants to feel like herself again and escape the feelings of ugliness and self-consciousness that have taken over her life. Is it wrong for her to want a change, or should she embrace her post-pregnancy body as a badge of honor? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this emotional dilemma…
NTA for wanting a ‘mommy makeover’, but prioritize safety and mental health

Commenter and reply support ‘mommy makeover’ but caution against future pregnancies

Wait for your body to recover before surgery, NAH.

Women support mommy makeover as a solution to post-baby body insecurities

You’re allowed to want to be confident in your body

Overcoming cancer is tough, do what makes you happy

Financial and recovery concerns raised for ‘Mommy Makeover’ plan

Realistic expectations are key when considering plastic surgery

Commenter advises therapy before ‘mommy makeover’ to avoid worsening BDD

Don’t settle for defeatist attitude, but consider surgeon’s ethics

Breast augmentation after nursing for 5 years helped self-esteem

Supportive comment encourages smaller steps towards desired ‘mommy makeover’ surgery

One and done? OP’s mommy makeover plans get questioned.

Wait another year and focus on postpartum counseling and exercise

Supportive comment encourages self-care during post-pregnancy backlash

Feel good about yourself , you’re not the a**hole

Having a baby is tough, NTA for wanting a makeover

Gender bias in healthcare? NTA wins support.

Be cautious before getting a ‘mommy makeover’ surgery

Surgery helped with body issues, NTA for wanting it.
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Body positivity wins! Support for ‘mommy makeover’ decision

NTA, but surgery isn’t a magic wand

Empathy for moms? Commenter defends mommy makeover.
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Mother defends ‘Mommy Makeover’ for drastic post-pregnancy changes

Commenter advises on birth control to avoid future surgeries

Wait a year, your body needs time to recover

Supportive comment encourages mom to prioritize self-care and mental health

Mom expresses support for ‘Mommy Makeover’ after having kids
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Body autonomy supported in ‘Mommy Makeover’ backlash

New mom seeks ‘mommy makeover’ but faces backlash from family.

Moms in book club normalize wanting a ‘mommy makeover’

Desperate mom gets ‘mommy makeover’ and husband agrees he should have relented much long ago. NTA

Supportive comment defends mom’s choice for ‘mommy makeover’

Supportive comment defends mom’s right to a ‘mommy makeover’

Self-care isn’t vanity . NTA for wanting a mommy makeover.

Plastic surgeons have 100% satisfaction rate for mommy makeovers

Go for it! Your body, your choice.

Take control of your body, don’t let others hold you back!

Self-care is not vain, it’s important

Supportive comment section shuts down body-shaming.

Support for mommy makeover and criticism of therapy culture.

Breastfeeding changed her body, got augmentation. No regrets

Mommy makeover can help with core function and confidence. NTA

Take control of your body! NTA comment empowers decision-making

Mom gets support for ‘Mommy Makeover’ decision

Empathetic reply encourages mom to prioritize her own happiness

Supportive comment defends mom’s choice for ‘mommy makeover’

Supportive comment defends mom seeking ‘mommy makeover’ post-pregnancy

Supportive comment encourages mom to prioritize her well-being.

Empathetic response to mom’s desire for a ‘mommy makeover’

Mom deserves to feel good about herself after pregnancy.

Supportive mom empathizes with OP’s struggle to regain confidence post-birth

Not every post on AITA is about being an a**hole

Embrace body positivity or go for a ‘mommy makeover’?

Supportive comment encourages ‘mommy makeover’ for regaining confidence
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Supportive comment on post-pregnancy body with a relatable story.

Supportive comment on body positivity and personal choices

Supportive comment encourages surgery and therapy, warns of potential dissatisfaction.

Empathy for disconnect with body, friends and family don’t understand.

Support for ‘mommy makeover’ after childbirth. No backlash here!

Supportive comment encourages patience and self-care for new mom

Mom deserves to make her own choices. NTA
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Empathetic comment about the benefits of cosmetic surgery.

Vanity vs. criticism: NAH in ‘Mommy Makeover’ debate ♀️

Consider future plans before ‘Mommy Makeover’ surgery.

Embrace self-love . Mom deserves to feel confident and happy.

Your body, your choice. No one else gets a say.

Go for it! Your happiness matters more than anyone’s opinion.

You do you!
