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Can I Get a Tummy Tuck Minutes After Giving Birth?

I am pregnant now and I'm extremely eager to get plastic surgery after giving birth. You hear about celebrities receiving tummy tucks the same day as giving birth. I would like something like this. I am dreading the post baby fat stomach and don't want to wait. Any suggestions? I live in Philadelphia.

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Tummy Tuck with C-section

A tummy tuck should be delayed until an ideal weight can be achieved to give the best result in mommy makeover after pregnancy.

The best result will be provided by waiting for the optimal time for surgery

Hello, Thank you for the question. A tummy tuck can be performed in conjunction with a c-section but you must remember that your body is still geared up for pregnancy at that time meaning that you uterus is still large, your tissues are still swollen, and you may be caring some extra weight. If you want the best result possible for the money spent I would wait at least a couple of months before having an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). This will allow your body to return... more

Tummy tuck not advised with concurrent C-section.

Although surgeons will occasionally add operations together concurrently, it is done so knowing that these combination procedures don't add significant risk. A tummy tuck done concurrently with a C-section would be physiologically too much to justify the combination.

Tummy tuck after giving birth

Hello, Leese, thanks for the question. I agree with the other plastic surgeons ... I strongly advise against having a tummy tuck immediately after giving birth. I don't know of any board certified plastic surgeons who would do this, and I would also strongly suggest that you only have your tummy tuck by a board certified plastic surgeon. Your body needs to heal and 'get back to normal' after 9 months of pregnancy ... you lose weight, your uterus shrinks, the tummy skin shrinks, etc... more

TummyTuck Immediately after Giving Birth is not a good idea.

Tummy tuck immediately after giving birth is not done for a number of reasons. Regardless of whether you have a vaginal delivery or a C-section, your body needs to recover from your pregnancy and a tummy tuck will prolong this process. More importantly, you will have a new baby to take care of, and should not burden yourself with the restrictions necessary for proper post tummy tuck recovery. Finally, it is best to allow your abdominal skin and muscle tissues to be... more

Bad idea

The vast majority of women recover their elasticity after pregnancy and have no need for a TT. You seem to be thinking about asking a surgeon to do something that is likely without benefit and with risk. Once the baby is born, the intra-abdominal contents are still very large, making it impossible to properly judge the amount of tightening of the muscles and skin that are necessary. The risk of blood clots is high for pregnancy and for TT, and the combination would be... more

Immediate Tummy Tuck After Delivery

I do not recommend a "tummy tuck " immediately after delivery. While it might be possible from a surgical standpoint, looking at results alone you will not achieve the best possible outcome. Immediately after birth your body has excess weight and fluid that was accumulated during pregnancy. In addition, your uterus is enlarged making it difficult to create a tight abdominal wall. I recommend you obtain your pre-pregnancy weight and are sure you do not... more

Tummy tuck right after delivery

Dear Leese81, I always answer this question by saying " 9 months up, 9 months down " ! It will take a while for your body to " snap back " and for some mothers it will be more or less extensive: sometimes 6 weeks, sometimes 1 year or more. there are many factors to also consider which will make you postpone any tummy tuck: - is this your last baby ? - will you breast feed and how long for ? - are you working at the same time ? - any other medical problems ? -... more

Tummy Tuck Immediately after Pregnancy?

Although your desire to improve the appearance of your abdominal wall is understandable, it is definitely not a good idea (for many reasons) is to have the tummy tuck operation performed immediately after delivery. If I were you, I would wait at least (approximately) one year after pregnancy before seeking consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes with the remainder of your pregnancy and enjoy your time with your newborn!

Tummy tuck and childbirth

While this might sound like a good idea to a patient, it is not a very good idea medically. You need to focus on your child and not worry about recovering from a tummy tuck. The recovery time can vary but may last up to 6 weeks. That is a burden that does not need to be added on top of raising a newborn. Also from a cosmetic standpoint, your body will undergo many changes after delivery, so the optimal results can be best delivered at least 6 months later. You... more

Tummy Tuck after Childbearing

Greetings, Your pregnancy and delivery take a toll on your body. I would discourage a prospective tummy tuck patient from any aggressive surgical intervention until after they approach their pre-pregnancy weight. Operating too soon can leave you with loose tummy skin and residual abdominal wall laxity, should your post-partum weight loss continue.... You might discuss optimal surgical timing during a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Best... more

Tummy Tuck At Time Of C-Section - Great Idea Or Big Disaster?

Dear Leese, Thank you for this very medically challenging and thought provoking question. If this is your first child and you may have more, then I think a C-section with a tummy tuck is a bad idea. On the other hand, if you have had 7 children and you are tired of the esteem-deflating appearance of your post pregnancy abdomen, then this may be a reasonable idea. You need the buy in of a Board Certified plastic surgeon experienced in the Mommy Makeover. You need an... more

The infamous "C-tuck"

Even though I can understand why it sounds like a good idea (performing a tummy tuck immediately after a C-section), it is extremely dangerous. Not only have I never done it, I never will and I don't know any plastic surgeons who would. You need to give your body time to recover from pregnancy and delivery (I would recommend at least 6 months) and allow your hormone levels to return to normal. The hormones your body produces during pregnancy drastically increase your risk... more

Need time for your body to recover prior to considering abdominoplasty

Although it seems a logical choice to have a tummy tuck after delivery it is not a good idea on several levels. It is unsafe since pregnancy is a hypercoagulable state and combining this with a tummy tuck places you at an increased risk for blood clots, DVT and Pulmonary emboli. Also it takes time for your body to readjust following pregnancy. It is best for you to wait at least 6 months once you are back to your pre-pregnancy weight before considering an... more

No tummy tuck just after birth

To do this would be unethical in my opinion. I have seen women with three or four kids who do not even look look they have ever had a baby. I would say 4 to 6 months after your child may be the right time. It may take longer however for you to get back in shape if a C section was performed. Good Luck!

Wait six months before your tummy tuck after pregnancy

I agree completely with the other surgeons answers. You should allow your body time to heal and for your body to lose most of the baby weight. Also your metabolism and overall health status will improve. Pregnancy can cause so many changes in your system you want to wait till these are all gone before you do any elective surgery. I agree with waiting six months. Best of luck

You should not have a tummy tuck right after you deliver

During pregnancy woman usually gain weight, get stretched out and become much more vascular. You should wait until you are back a stable good weight, your skin a subcutaneous tissues have retracted as much as they will and that you are in maximum shape. Usually you should wait until at least 6 months. When you deliver and see your precious child you will be transformed and want to spend your time and effort on the most precious child.

Same Day Mommy Makeover?

NO. Focus on your baby. Pregnancy can have a crazy effect on women's bodies. Not only do the breasts and tummy change in size, but you can get stretch marks. The extra skin can retract to some extent but you may be left with some unpleasant rolls. Wait at least 6 months after delivery before thinking about surgery.