L&D nurse, when can I go back to work after BA?

I can’t stress enough how important it is for you to follow
your surgeon’s post operative care instructions. You should obtain that
information from your surgeon prior to booking surgery so that you can plan
your recovery and work schedule ahead of time.
At our practice patients are instructed to take 1 full week
off work or school for recovery following a breast augmentation. Depending on
what the patient does for a living they may be required to take off more time
if their daily duties require physical activity or heavy lifting. Patients are
instructed to avoid exercise and heavy lifting for up to 6 weeks following surgery.
It would be best if you could return to work with light duties for the first
few weeks to avoid injury during that delicate time while your body is in
healing mode. You should be fine to care for the babies, but active delivery can
get a little strenuous and unpredictable. Your surgeon is your best resource
when planning your recovery.
All the best,

Thank you for your question. Most patients can resume daily activities after a breast augmentation; the first few weeks are the most crucial where pushing, pulling or lifting anything  heavier than 5 pounds is not recommended during this period.  That being said, waiting 6 weeks until lifting 20 pounds after a breast augmentation is a good time period to wait. I usually clear my patients by 12 weeks. Andrew T. Lyos, M.D., FACS

It is best to speak with your surgeon as he/she may have different post op protocols. You may be able to be on modified work duties if you are concerned. Please speak with your surgeon.Regards,