Actress Simphiwe Ngema opens up about post-baby surgery journey
Actress Simphiwe Ngema opens up about post-baby surgery journey! South African actress and singer Simphiwe “Simz” Ngema is embracing honesty and vulnerability as she shares her recovery journey following cosmetic surgery.
The star, who welcomed her second son in November 2024, recently underwent a “mommy makeover” in Turkey — opting for a tummy tuck and breast augmentation.
Simphiwe Ngema opens up
Sharing Her Story With Fans
Simz has been transparent about her transformation, giving her 2.5 million Instagram followers daily updates on her healing progress. Her openness has resonated with fans and sparked conversations around body image, motherhood, and the pressures women face after childbirth.
“Day 4 of recovery: I’m feeling so much better. Three of my drains have been empty since yesterday. There’s only one drain that had to be emptied,” she wrote in one of her recent posts.
She added that while she is still experiencing discomfort, the pain is steadily improving. “Still a little uncomfortable. You know when you’ve slept on your arm for a long time and it feels numb? That’s what my tummy feels like,” she shared. “My breasts are fine. I am starting to feel a bit of sensation on my nipples.”
Changing the Narrative Around Cosmetic Surgery
Ngema’s transparency comes at a time when more South African celebrities are opening up about cosmetic enhancements. Stars like DJ Zinhle, Boity Thulo, Cyan Boujee, and DBN Gogo have all publicly addressed their experiences with plastic surgery.
While opinions remain mixed, Simz’s story is being praised for challenging stigma and showing that healing — both physical and emotional — is part of the journey.
