Interacting with Children After Tummy Tuck

Hi! I don't blame your surgeon for being conservative, but there is no need to tie you down for 6 weeks. We do a fair number of abdominoplasties in Manhattan, and we would tell you to pick up your kids in 2 weeks (the one year old, you can pick up in one week) and to feel free to exercise in 4 weeks. We have very few problems with this timetable.

Following any surgical procedure, you need to expect some major downtime. After a tummy tuck, I generally recommend avoiding lifting more than 5 pounds for 4-6 weeks and to avoid twisting and bending motions during that time. You will likely wear an abdominal 'binder' (light compression garment) that supports the front of your abdomen and your back and helps to protect the work done during surgery. With young children at home, you will need some HELP! Hopefully, a family member or... more