When can I hug my children?

Hi leelah28, Please speak with your surgeon, I think you need to get a little more clarification on your post operative do's and don'ts. There is absolutely no reason you can't hug your little ones after surgery. The activities you must refrain from that can be damaging are lifting (think: full body weight of a child up our of car seat) and repetitive motion (like vacuuming and mopping). You also need to be careful with them getting excited and jumping on you. I think it's okay to let them know mom's a little sore and just needs some time to get better. This in no way means you can't be affectionate, just that your ability to handle them physically will be modified. Best of luck to you!

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. 

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!