I’ve officially had five consultations now. Three with full feedback, and two that only followed up after collecting my basic information.
The quotes ranged wildly:
• Miami – $7,250
• South Florida – $11,000
• Beverly Hills – $20,000
• Istanbul, Turkey (All-Inclusive Package) – $6,000
What I’m learning quickly is that price doesn’t equal safety, and “luxury” doesn’t always mean experienced.
Cheaper isn’t always better, but expensive doesn’t guarantee anything either.
Two of the clinics sent quotes without reviewing photos. I’d like to think maybe my Instagram was enough, but it still reminded me how different each place’s process is.
For context, I’m quoting what my consultation coordinator informed me the all-inclusive offer includes:
“7 nights in a 5-star hotel, VIP airport–hotel–hospital transfers, pre-operative medical tests and consultations, hospital stay and medications, post-surgery garments and medical care, 24/7 translator and patient care assistance.”
One Istanbul surgeon mentioned my BMI was too high for a safe mommy makeover and recommended a gastric sleeve first.
That was eye opening and a little off for me, especially because I’ve seen many women with higher BMIs get approved for the same procedures just with different results (often larger BBLs).
Another consultation suggested that instead of doing everything at once, I should stagger the surgeries. Starting with the tummy tuck and BBL first, then moving on to the breast lift and implants later.
At first, I was set on doing the full mommy makeover all at once. But now, after hearing multiple professional opinions, I think I might shift my strategy.
My abdomen and core need to be repaired before anything else. That sagging skin and muscle separation affect how my whole body carries itself, even my posture and back pain.
So my current plan:
Phase 1: Tummy tuck + BBL to restore shape and balance.
Phase 2: Breast lift + implants once I’ve fully healed.
It feels more sustainable and honestly, more respectful of what my body has already been through. This journey isn’t just cosmetic; it’s about rebuilding, in the right order.
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