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How Soon After a Tummy Tuck Can I Pick Up my Baby?

November 14, 2010
Asked By:rsb1 in Lafayette, LA

I have a 10 month old baby, who weighs around 22 pounds. I've had several people tell me to wait until she is walking on her own to have the procedure. Any thoughts?

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