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Is 2 Weeks Enough Time off of Work After a Mommy Makeover?
asked 5 months ago by Drea28 in Hilton, NY
Latest answer by John Squires, MD
Question viewed 154 times
Tags: 2 weeks post-op, time off work
16 answers to Is 2 Weeks Enough Time off of Work After a Mommy Makeover?
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Keys to a quick recovery from mommy makeover surgery
With modern techniques, two-weeks should be plenty of time to recover from mommy makeover surgery. Today surgery is performed using minimally traumatic techniques along with liberal use of local anesthetics and in the case of abdominoplasty, a pain pump. It used to be common practice to tell people they could not lift more than 10 pounds for 6 weeks after surgery. I routinely have people lifting their children within a week of surgery with no difficulties.
John Squires, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon
Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Two Weeks is Usually Enough Time away from Work after Mommy Makeover
Hi there-
Unless your job involves a lot of walking or physical exertion, two weeks should be more than enough time off of work after your Mommy Makeover, but as people vary in their tolerances and recovery rates, you will need to consider your knowledge of your self and your work situation as well.
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Recovery time from mommy makeover
The recovery time from a mommy makeover is between 9 days and two weeks. However, there are still restrictions on what type of activities you can do after that time.
I use the term "mini mommy makeover" for a combination of breast surgery with a mini-tummy tuck. Our patients take 9 days off for this procedure.
A full tummy tuck with breast surgery requires two weeks off from work. Our experience is that patients can always go back to work...
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2 weeks off work after mommy makeover
Yes, 2 weeks off is the typical requirement, if you have a desk job. If you have a physical job, or are standing all day, you will probably require more time off.
Most people tell me it takes them about a month before they feel like their energy is "back to normal". So, it's important to plan ahead for this.
All the best,
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How long to recover from a mommy makeover
Thanks for your question. I will be helpful to others as well
If you have a full muscle tightening tummy tuck 2 week is usually a minimum. While some may take less time some may need more. It would be a good idea to have a third week if you need it.
Even if you are recovering ahead of schedule you need time with a common sense level of activity so that the tissues heal adequately before resuming your normal lifestyle. Too much too soon could lead to bleeding...
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Is 2 Weeks Enough Time off of Work After a Mommy Makeover?
The amount of time needed to be off works depends on the kind of work you do, the amount of surgery done during the mommy makeover and your tolerance to pain and discomfort. For most Mommy Makeovers, I would say that at least two weeks off work is required.
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Time off after a mommy makeover
Two weeks should be enough time off as long as everything goes well and you have a relatively sedentary job. You will need more time off if your job includes strenuous activity or heavy lifting. If you have a tummy tuck with muscle tightening, you must avoid lifting more that 15-20 lbs for six weeks after surgery. You may want to go back to work part time or on 'light duty' for a week or two. Good luck with your surgery.
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Time off after Mommy Makeover
The answer to your question depends on several things. First, what sort of work do you do? Is it a desk job or does it require heavy lifting or strenuous activity? Second, what procedures will be part of your mommy makeover?
Most surgeons refer to a "mommy makeover" as a series of cosmetic surgery procedures intended to restore a woman’s figure after pregnancy. I perform these procedures as part of a “mommy makeover” for patients who want an...
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Recovery after Mommy Makeover
Mommy Makeover comprises a large spectrum of breast and body contouring procedures. While Lipo + Augment may only require a 2 week recovery, a Tummy Take with Lipo and Breast lift - Augmentation may require more time. The other question is what kind of physical exertion is necessary for your work, as that may be harmful to your outcome. It is important to meet with a Board-certified plastic surgeon to determine the best procedures and how long it will take you to get back to work.
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Mommy Makeover Recovery?
No, I do not think that 2 weeks is enough time off work after mommy makeover, no matter what kind of work you do. I think you should plan for at least 3 to 4 weeks off. I think it is much better to take additional time off then to go back to work too soon....
You should realize that you are about to embark on major surgery. Some words of advice may be helpful:
1. Make sure you are doing the procedure for the right reasons (for yourself) and that you have realistic...
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May not be
Depends on what kind of work you do, but typically i have pts plan on needing 3-4 weeks after surgery to recover. some are quicker back to their feet than others, but 2 weeks in general is less time than you think!
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TIME OFF WORK
Your pain threshold, the exact nature of your makeover, and your job all play in to how long you are off work. It can range 5 days to 4 weeks.
Michael Hueneke, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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Returning to Work After a Mommy Makeover
Generally speaking two weeks should be enough time off work after a mommy makeover surgery. However, you need to avoid any heavy lifting. If you have a desk job, you should be OK, but you may find that you get tired more easily. Try to prop your feet up and take breaks when you can. If your job allows, go back to work for a few less hours a day until you feel your energy level pick up. Good luck!
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Two weeks off after mommy make-over
Two weeks is about all anyone can get off after a tummy tuck and breast lift/augmentation. You might not be fully ready but most will handle what comes with some adjustment. Courage.
Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com
Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Two weeks off work
You should be able to return to work after standard tummy tuck and breast surgery in your mommy makeover. As long as you don't have a very physical job you can go back. Be prepared however to be a bit sore and you will get tired easily.
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Enough time off depends on what you do for work.
2 factors are important in answering this question. Exactly what procedures will be done and how extensive will your MM be? What do you do for work? If you had a small breast lift and a mini tummy tuck and your work was relatively sedentary, there is a good chance you could return to work in 2 weeks and be comfortable doing so. On the other hand, if you had a full tummy tuck with fascia and muscle suturing, liposuction of your flanks and thighs and breast augmentation and...
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