How soon after weaning a breast fed baby can you have an augmentation?

Question

I just weaned my youngest and have a consultation booked in the next 2 months, how soon after weaning can I get implants?

James N. Romanelli, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the
question. Congratulations on your recent pregnancy. I recommend waiting six
months after finishing breastfeeding prior to having a breast
augmentation. It will give your breasts a chance to settle in and return
to their normal size. Timing of surgery, should be based on a
detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon,
during consultation.  Make
sure you choose an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon. Take your time
researching surgeons and their qualifications, look at before-and-after photos,
and try to find patients who have used the surgeons before. 
Best
of Luck

Dr.
Romanelli

Jamil Ahmad, MD · Answer

Congratulations on the birth of your baby. As you are well
aware, the body undergoes many changes during pregnancy. It is recommended that
patients give their bodies at least 6 months to return to their pre-pregnancy state.
Breast feeding moms should wait at least 3 months after they’ve weaned the baby
off the breast to ensure that lactation has completely ceased. Although breast
feeding has been found to speed up the pregnancy weight loss, it can have an
effect on the shape and size of the breasts. 
The ideal candidate for surgery will have maintained a
stable weight for a few months as any changes to weight will have a direct
effect on the final results. 
Once the patient has reached their ideal weight, they are
encouraged to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person
consultation to discuss their options for surgery. 
All the best!

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well..after 7 month after the process its a good time to get surgery.

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear mkmcknightThank you for your question!  The timing depends on the changes in breast contour/size post breast feeding - if you have stopped losing volume - then sizing and shaping can be more accurately determined. Form some women this can be after 2 to 3 months.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

It is always best to exhibit restraint in the post-partum period. This is due to the fact that your body is changing dramatically during this period. The hormonal fluctuation can alter size and shape widely during the immediate post-partum period and can continue through the period of nursing. 
The optimal candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight. In the setting of a recent pregnancy and delivery this stable weight can take some time to reach. A general rule of thumb is at least 6-9 months post-partum. If you choose to breast-feed through the first year of life you should allow at least three months following the discontinuation of breast-feeding before considering any procedures.
With regards to your specific question, I would recommend delaying surgery until your family is complete as this will give your result the greatest longevity.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Rodger Shortt, FRCSC · Answer

Hi,I would suggest waiting 3 months minimum. It will give your breasts a chance to settle, likely get smaller and the skin to contract. You will have a more accurate idea of how much volume to put in to get your ideal breast   Regards,Rodger Shortt, Oakville Plastic Surgeon

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  I recommend waiting six months after finishing breastfeeding prior to having a breast augmentation.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi mkmcknight, After breastfeeding, your breast will cease to produce milk and will become smaller. You should wait until after your breasts have fully stopped making milk and stopped becoming smaller before considering breast augmentation. This change can take about 3 to 6 months to complete. The best time to have breast augmentation will depend on how much your body changes and the preference of your surgeon.  It is best to visit a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Marc DuPéré, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question - it is an excellent one!It takes a minimum of 3-6 months for the breasts to "recover" after completion of breast-feeding.  Doing the breast augmentation too early may give you an underestimation of the breast implant volume and she may feel you could have gone "bigger".I do like to meet my patient early post breast-feeding to discuss implant choices, implant placement, breast lift or not, incisions, no-touch technique, Keller funnel use, etc. but for the final volume, they come back for a second meeting - 3-6 months latere - where they try our special sizers to guide them for the volume.

Leo McCafferty, MD · Answer

I think your time frame for evaluation in two months is a good one.  Every patient is different but when you have the sense that your breasts have stabilized that's the time to move forward.  This could be as soon as two months or sometimes can take up to a year.  I would also suggest you monitor not just your breasts but your body as a whole.  Once you feel like you are back to baseline in all areas, that's the safest time to move forward.

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