Can you go back to work 1 week after getting a mommy makeover?

Thank you for your question. This is always a tricky question to answer as different patients experience pain so differently. What is an 8 on the pain scale for one may be a 3 for another, so you do need to think about how you have recovered/experienced pain in the past if you have had other surgeries or injuries. That being said, given that you have a desk job and work from home, my guess is that you would be good to return to work after just one week. Best of luck with your procedure.

It’s hard to answer this question because every patient and every procedure is completely unique. You may feel comfortable going back to your office job after 1 week, or you might not. It also depends on which procedures you incorporate into your mommy makeover. Even if a patient is no longer uncomfortable or taking prescription pain medications, the healing process can leave her feeling easily fatigued for some time. This is why we use the 2-week mark as a rule of thumb. 

Thank you for your question! For my patients having extensive procedures such as abdominoplasty, liposuction, and brazilian butt lift, to name a few, I recommend they take 7-10 days off of work. At 3 weeks they may resume cardio, and 6 weeks they may resume lifting weights and yoga. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon for this procedure. Best of luck!

Thank you for your question, If you work a desk job then one week after surgery should be fine you should contact your PS to discuss your post op care instructions, best of luck.

This is a discussion you should have with your surgeon. For my patients, I tell them to plan on being off work 2 to 3 weeks. Usually they are able to drive after 2 weeks. Trying to rush your recovery is not a good idea, however people heal at different rates. Good luck.

Hello, thank you for recent question!  I would recommend that you take at least 2 weeks off of work even though you have a desk job.  You will be very tired and have drains in place which I would not recommend you return to work until the last drain is out. Best of luck!

Hello and thank-you for your question. A Mommy Makeover is a truly transformative process. The recovery, though, takes a bit of patience. Most of my patients elect to use Exparel for tummy tucks, body lifts, and breast reduction. The medication is injected at the time of surgery and lasts for 3 days.  It has been particularly helpful for our tummy tuck patients in that it allows them to get up and around more quickly. It is normal to experience pain and stiffness.  At 4 weeks post-operative, it is normal to feel fatigued.  Weight gain early in the healing process is frequently due to fluid retention.  It is normal to have intermittent swelling in the operative sites 4 weeks post-operative. To reduce swelling, I recommend to my patients that they wear the compression garments, limit salt and sodium, and drink plenty of water. If fluid retention persists, a diuretic (water pill) is prescribed. Lymphatic massage may help.  However, I would advise that you take plenty of time off to recover. You are investing a great deal of time, effort and money into improving yourself, and you want to protect your investment by giving yourself the appropriate time to heal. Taking a week off may work if everything goes smoothly, but you would be better off taking at least 10 to 14 days of to be sure you will feel up to going back to work. If it is possible to arrange for a flexible schedule once you return allowing you to leave early will give you additional time if necessary. It is better to overestimate the time needed to recover rather than go back too early. It generally takes 6 weeks to get your energy back and feel back to normal. Close follow-up with your Plastic Surgeon and his/her nursing staff is essential for the optimal results. I encourage my patients to follow-up with me regularly and frequently for the best results. Best wishes during your recovery

Most patients need a minimum of two weeks. However, since you work at home you may be able perform some work duties without too much discomfort or stress. Going to the office will be really challenging after only 1 week. You should discuss these issues with your plastic surgeon. Using some Exparel for pain control in the breasts and tummy might be of great help!Good luck, Dr. ALDO 

Thank you for your question.  It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. I suggest you wait at least 2 weeks before returning to work. Normally, patients can return to light activities almost immediately after surgery, normal activities 2 weeks after surgery, and vigorous exercise 4 weeks after surgery.  We usually experience a slow steady improvement for 3 months or so after surgery. 

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  If you need to only get onto a computer for work you should be able to return within a week’s time.  Ultimately the best information can be offered by your surgeon as they know the full details and procedures you are receiving.  Hope this helps.