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# Plastic Surgery Kids Books
My Beautiful Mommy by Dr. Michael Salzhauer

By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-04-17 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-surgery-book-for-children-dr-michael-salzhauers-my-beautiful-mommy
References: [inoutstar](http://www.inoutstar.com/news/Doctor-Writes-Plastic-Surgery-Book-for-Children-6603.html#nimg_16463)

Dr. Michael Salzhauer, who is a plastic surgeon, has written an [illustrated book for children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyherostories) to help them understand why their mother looks different. In 2007, 348,000 women had plastic surgery in the USA for various kinds of procedures including [breast augmentation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-2), face lifts and tummy tucks. "My Beautiful Mommy" is set for release on Mother's Day.

**Implications** - Dr. Michael Salzhauer features himself in the children's book depicted as a kind of superhero that people can come to for advice. The book explains how mothers have to have [bandages at first](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-treatment), but eventually get to take them off to reveal their beautiful bodies. Needless to say, this book will stir up a lot of controversy.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.7/10
- Popularity: 58% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Plastic Surgery for Children:** Opportunities for creating more educational and informative resources aimed at children to help them understand the procedures
- **Controversial Children's Books:** Opportunities for authors to take risks and discuss controversial topics in children's literature
- **Rise of Plastic Surgery Culture:** Opportunities for businesses and industries to tap into the growing market of plastic surgery enthusiasts and consumers

### Who This Affects Most

- **Publishing:** Publishers can explore new markets for children's literature focused on topics that may be considered taboo or controversial
- **Healthcare:** The plastic surgery industry could benefit from creating more resources that educate children on the procedures, highlighting transparency in messaging to parents and children alike
- **Entertainment:** TV shows and movies could depict plastic surgery procedures and their benefits in a way that is informative, highlighting safety practices

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