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Caring for small children after Breast augmentation

By Jenfork on 24 Jun 2009

Did anyone have a Breast augmentation and have small children? I have 3 children ages 5, 3 and 1. Is recovery doable with having 3 small children around? I can probably get some help for a few days, but after that I will be on my own. My husband can't take too much time off.

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carlsbad (7 posts) 28 Jun 2009
I had the same scenerio, I was able to have 1 friend babysit while I had it done, and a husband who helped the other 2 days, and I was able to manage it, good luck. I think the hardest part was not being able to exercise for 6 weeks.
Dragonfly Mom (6 posts) 10 Mar 2010
Carlsbad, that is good to know. I'm planning to have BA done in a few months, and my 3 youngest are 1, 4, and 5. (Luckily the 11 yr old is not an issue) LOL Besides not being able to pick them up....what about snuggling and any physical contact w/the new breasts? I know I will be VERY sore for a while...but if someone wants to curl up in your lap and snuggle, is that ok?
Jen006 (1 post) 15 Mar 2010
I just had my breast augmentation done 8 days ago today and I have a 9 yr old and a 14 month old. You really only have to worry about the first 3-4 days. Those are the days you will be most sore and not want any children near you (due to your lack of quick response should a child fall/jump on you accidently) As of 2 days ago, my 14 month old daughter has been able to be on my lap and theres no problem at all. Good luck!!!
Kendra Las Vegas (1 post) 26 Apr 2010
I have a 13 month old she is about 20 lbs. I was planning on a BA will this be difficult and how long can I not pick her up for?
Ko (2 posts) 30 Jul 2010
I did the same thing four weeks ago. I had my husband for the first week. But from the second week, I took care of my 2 year old. As you know, I have to lift him otherwise he gets angry. My breast is still sore. I do not know if it is because of lifting my kid. Anyway, I would say you should wait until the kid is at least 3-4 years old and understands why mom can't not lift him. If you have a helper, it might be great. But I did not want to tell others that I had the surgery. Good Luck.

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