Pregnancy and childbirth are among the most beautiful experiences a woman can have. With that being said, pregnancy can make lasting changes to their bodies that many women want to resolve. One of the most common concerns after pregnancy is loose, hanging skin around the midsection and weakened muscles, especially in the abdominal area.
What Causes Loose Skin and Stretched Muscles Postpartum?
You might find that your once flat, toned abdomen simply doesn’t look the same after pregnancy. Why does this happen?
Throughout your pregnancy, your stomach stretches to accommodate your expanding uterus and any pregnancy-related weight gain. Once your baby is born, this excess loose skin is left behind. It might appear to hang and sag downwards. The stretching and weight fluctuations that occur during pregnancy can also affect your abdominal muscles. They may lose their tone and firmness, appearing soft and poorly defined.
METALAB is dedicated to helping women feel like the best version of themselves. That is why we offer targeted treatments to resolve loose skin and weak muscles after pregnancy.

Diastasis Recti & Pregnancy
Diastasis recti (abdominal separation) happens when pregnancy stretches the abdominal muscles, causing them to split apart. It can also happen in people with obesity.
The symptoms may include lower back pain, abdominal discomfort, and a loss of bladder control. Additionally, diastasis recti can cause a bulge in the middle of the abdomen. The separation can make a person's belly stick out or bulge months or years postpartum.


What is Tone?
EmpowerRF TONE is a unique device that uses radiofrequency energy and electrical impulses to stimulate muscle contractions. When applied to the midsection, the device delivers intense electrical stimulation into the muscles to tone and tighten the abdomen.
This effect is especially beneficial for women who are struggling with loose skin and stretched abdominal muscles after pregnancy.
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What to Expect During Your Tone Session​
During your EmpowerRF TONE session, you will be able to comfortably lie back while one of our providers administers the treatment. The TONE device will be applied directly to your midsection to deliver radiofrequency energy and electrical impulses deep into the abdominal muscles and lower layers of your skin. These impulses stimulate intense muscle contractions that can tighten and tone the skin and muscles in your stomach. EmpowerRF TONE is a comfortable process that allows most patients to relax during treatment. Some women choose to read, listen to music, or watch videos on their phones while EmpowerRF works its magic!
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