Breast augmentation after breastfeeding?

After breastfeeding, I usually advise my patients to wait for at least 6 months, both for the sake of breast tissue and stabilization of hormone levels. If we do not wait for 6 months there may be a risk of infection.

Dear Mgirl202,
the ideal timing for breast augmentation when you are breastfeeding is about six months after you have completely stopped breastfeeding. You can speak and visit a board-certified plastic surgeon to further discuss your preferences and the options that are available for you, especially if you are looking forward to having another child.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello and thank you for your question. Each surgeon is different with there post breastfeeding surgery time. I personally like to hold off until my patients are 6 mo post feeding. Reason being is the breast should be returned to complete pre pregnancy and milk ducts empty so we can choose a proper size and not be mislead with changes. Infection should not be a worry or concern and I am sure you will be placed on an antibiotic post surgery anyhow to prevent infection. Best of luck and congrats on the new addition.