How soon after giving birth can I get a breast lift?

Hi there- Because the hormonal changes of pregnancy affect the breast glands for some time after delivery, and because the skin of the breasts will take time to contract after the natural engorgement subsides, it would be in your best interests to wait at least 3-6 months after delivery to have your surgery.... more

3-6 months after breast feeding is done, or when the breasts fully stabilize, is a reasonable time period in my opinion. It isn't wise to operate on a "moving target".  It would be unfortunate to design a wonderful surgery, only to see the breasts continue to deflate afterwards and give a... more

The period after pregnancy in which the body is still under the influence of increased female hormones is called the puerperal period. This can last from 3 to 6 mos. and can have significant effects on the breast. I advise my patients to wait.until it is over.

 It is good to wait at least 6 months for the tissues to fully recover and for your life to settle after the birth of a child.  At that point, it would be fine to proceed.  Just pick a plastic surgeon who is a great sculptor of the breasts as not all are equal.

 Wait at least 6 months before having the procedure.  If by chance you do breast feed, wait until 6 months after you finish breast feeding to allow the breast to settle down.  A breast lift after pregnancy is very common, can be performed safely and if you desire a bit more fullness, an... more

Usually 6 months is required for the breast gland to atrophy or involute after pregnancy if you dont breast feed. The breast atrophies and becomes smaller which allows the breast skin to sag. You do not wnat this to happen after you have had your lift. I would wait 6 months at least, preferably a year. See... more

Even if you are not breast feeding after you deliver, your breasts will still change in size and shape. In addition, you need to bond with your new child!! It is recommended that you wait at least 3 months before having a breast lift. In most patients, I prefer a 6 month wait. Congratulations on your... more

Don't rush it.  Enjoy your baby.  Having a child has a high metabolic demand on a mother and give your body a chance to rebuild and strengthen itself.   You should wait a minimum of 3 months after weaning.  Some say 6 months.  The reason for the difference of opinion is that no one... more

Breast size often changes with pregnancy.  Therefore, you'll have to wait until you are back to your prepregnancy size or to the weight that you are happy with.  Having the lift done before you have achieved your ideal weight will leave you with less than a perfect result.

Hi! In New York, we like to wait 6 months after delivery to do a breast lift or any elective surgery.  It is best to let all of your hormones return to normal.