I have my breast augmentation scheduled at the end of this week and I'm getting a lot of anxiety about having to turn away my children who are very affectionate. How long after the procedure will it be safe enough to get close to my children without hurting myself or potentially popping a stitch?
Answer: Immediately! Your question is proactive, diligent, and caring in nature. Please know that you may hug your children as early as in the recovery room from breast augmentation surgery! Follow your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon's specific instructions. In my practice, I discourage lifting anything heavier than 10 pounds for 2 weeks. This means you may not lift your child, get them out of the crib/highchair/carseat, etc., but if you are sitting down and somebody places your child in your lap, hugs are strongly encouraged! Best of luck to you!
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Answer: Immediately! Your question is proactive, diligent, and caring in nature. Please know that you may hug your children as early as in the recovery room from breast augmentation surgery! Follow your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon's specific instructions. In my practice, I discourage lifting anything heavier than 10 pounds for 2 weeks. This means you may not lift your child, get them out of the crib/highchair/carseat, etc., but if you are sitting down and somebody places your child in your lap, hugs are strongly encouraged! Best of luck to you!
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Answer: Hugs after surgery Thank you for your question. You can hug your children immediately after surgery, just don't squeeze too tight as it will place pressure on your chest and may be uncomfortable for the first week or so after surgery.
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Answer: Hugs after surgery Thank you for your question. You can hug your children immediately after surgery, just don't squeeze too tight as it will place pressure on your chest and may be uncomfortable for the first week or so after surgery.
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August 23, 2016
Answer: Hugging After Breast Augmentation #breastimplants #breastaugmentation Hugging your children any time after your breast augmentation is permitted!It is true that you'll be sore for awhile after your breast augmentation, and we don't recommend lifting weights or doing any really strenuous exercise.Best of luck to you!
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August 23, 2016
Answer: Hugging After Breast Augmentation #breastimplants #breastaugmentation Hugging your children any time after your breast augmentation is permitted!It is true that you'll be sore for awhile after your breast augmentation, and we don't recommend lifting weights or doing any really strenuous exercise.Best of luck to you!
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August 23, 2016
Answer: When can I hug my children Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concerns about care after your breast augmentation. It is always appropriate to discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. That being said, I think hugging your children would not cause harm to your incisions or harm your augmentation results. I advise no lifting over 15 pounds for 4 weeks after your procedure. Again, best to discuss with your doctor. Best of luck.
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August 23, 2016
Answer: When can I hug my children Thank you for your question and I appreciate your concerns about care after your breast augmentation. It is always appropriate to discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. That being said, I think hugging your children would not cause harm to your incisions or harm your augmentation results. I advise no lifting over 15 pounds for 4 weeks after your procedure. Again, best to discuss with your doctor. Best of luck.
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November 20, 2018
Answer: When can I hug my children? Dear Leelah28In most cases of breast augmentation, the implant is placed under the pectoralis muscle through a small incision. Since the muscle is stretched significantly, it can spasm and be rather painful. Sudden motion after surgery can cause severe pain and possible injury to implant pocket. Slow purposeful motion allows time for you to stop and protect yourself. With children, if they come to you and hug you, you will be just fine. If you try to pick them up, you are likely to have pain. If you have someone help you the first 3-4 days, you should do very well with both hugging your children and being safe. For the first month you should be conscious as to avoid sudden lifting, rapid pulling and pushing ... . After that you can do anything you would normally do. Best of Luck with your surgery this week.
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November 20, 2018
Answer: When can I hug my children? Dear Leelah28In most cases of breast augmentation, the implant is placed under the pectoralis muscle through a small incision. Since the muscle is stretched significantly, it can spasm and be rather painful. Sudden motion after surgery can cause severe pain and possible injury to implant pocket. Slow purposeful motion allows time for you to stop and protect yourself. With children, if they come to you and hug you, you will be just fine. If you try to pick them up, you are likely to have pain. If you have someone help you the first 3-4 days, you should do very well with both hugging your children and being safe. For the first month you should be conscious as to avoid sudden lifting, rapid pulling and pushing ... . After that you can do anything you would normally do. Best of Luck with your surgery this week.
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