After I Weaned my Second Baby my Breasts Suddenly Disappeared! How I Do Grow Them Back?

My chest is totally flat and it's affecting my self confidence as i'm really very concious of it. i've always been a size 32cup and move to a 34 or 36 cup during pregnancy now there's nothing there. please help.

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Post Partum Loss of Breast Volume

This is fairly common after pregnancy. It is most important that you complete breast feeding 3-6 months prior to considering breast surgery. The longevity of your result will be better if you are not planning on future pregnancies. I would recommend consulting with 3 board certified plastic surgeons in your area. Without pictures, it is difficult to ascertain whether you will benefit from an augmentation alone or require a breast lift also. I hope this helps... more

Breast augmentation or fat transfer are two possible options to correct deflated breasts.

Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, deflated breasts, also known as postpartum breast involution, is a possible after having children. Breast augmentation or fat transfer are two possible options to correct this. To be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery. I hope this helps.

Natural increase in breast size

Another option to consider without implants would be the Brava system if you can put up with wearing the device...the best increase will only be modest though.

After I Weaned my Second Baby my Breasts Suddenly Disappeared!

It is not uncommon to lose breast volume after pregnancy and nursing. There is no natural remedy, There is a surgical remedy to restore your breast volume. Most patients seeking correction will choose breast implants, either with silicone or saline, though silicone is often a better choice for patients with very little breast tissue of their own. An occasional patient may be a good candidate for restoring breast volume with fat transfer. The outcome is somewhat less predictable,... more

Decrease in breast size after stopping breastfeeding

Hello and thanks for your question. Yes, it is common and completely normal for your breast size to decrease after you stop breastfeeding. First, congratulations on breastfeeding your child as it is the best way to help their immunity and overall health. In regards to the decrease, it is completely up to you whether you want to do something about this change or not. There is no natural way to increase your breast size, so if this is concerning to you, then breast augmentation would be the... more

Implants Are Best Solution For Post-partum Breast Deflation

Implants are most likely your best and only widely accepted option. You mention 32,etc. cup size. Cup sizes (A,B,etc.) are independent of chest size (32,etc.). Another possibility is fat transfer, but this is still controversial.

Disappearing Breast

It is common to lose breast volume after breastfeeding. Volume replacement is usually accomplished by placing either a saline or silicone breast implant. In some situations, this is all that needs to be done. Some women have sagging breast in addition to losing volume. In this situation, a breast lift procedure is combined with placement of the implant to increase the volume and improve the shape of the breast and reposition the nipple. Please seek consultation... more