I'm planning to hire a caregiver to help me after my Brazilian butt lift. How long will I need assistance after?

Thank you for your question, every doctor has different post op requirements, I advice my patients when traveling to stay within the area at least one to two weeks after the surgery before they are able to fly back home. You can also research some recovery homes within the area, these places have nurses and certified staff that help you with everything, they normally have all inclusive packages so you wont have to worry about anything.Good luck.Salvador Pantoja M.D.

Hi. Everyone of us have specific protocols for the aftercare of a BBL. The patients are advised not to sit on their buttocks for 4-6 wees after surgery. Of immediate concern would be the first 4 days or so. Good luck

Different doctors have different postoperative regimens following BBL.  I ask my patients not to put any pressure on their buttocks for 10 days after surgery.  That means no sitting (except for using the toilet) and laying on your belly or sides only, not your back.  For the earlier part of that 10days you probably won't want to sit anyways since your buttocks will probably be sore.I think it would be nice if you had help for 1 week after the surgery.  After that you should be up and moving around pretty well.  If you have young children you may want to extend the period of help a bit longer.