Single mom and mommy makeover recovery. How long will I need to stay in bed realistically?

Hello! Thanks for your question. While you will not necessarily need to “stay in bed” for very long, your activity levels will be limited for a few weeks. I would recommend arranging for help with childcare for one to two weeks, after which you will be able to do most daily activities like running errands and preparing meals on your own. However, you will need to avoid lifting your children until your surgeon clears you to do so (this could be six to eight weeks). You will also need to be careful around your children during this time if they are energetic and may accidentally bump your breast or abdomen area.


In terms of work, I would plan on taking at least three weeks off, especially since you have an active job that requires you to be on your feet. I recommend speaking with your surgeon about your lifestyle compared to your surgical plan, so they can offer more personalized advice about your recovery. Be sure to stay in touch with your surgeon as you heal, as well, so they can ensure you are still on track and can let you know when you are healthy enough to resume certain activities. Best of luck!

You should plan on having help for the first week or two for your children. Avoid any heavy lifting for 6 weeks.You should get plenty of rest however you should also be up and walking around often to prevent blood clots. Three weeks off work should be enough time. Good luck.