Honestly what to expect after breast augmentation with kids?

My patient generally return to work after 2-3 days.  I want them up and about right after surgery, perhaps going out to dinner that night.  I do ask them to take it easy for the first 2 weeks after surgery, which means no strenuous exercise and not lifting anything more than they can at the elbow.At 4 weeks time they are released to full activity including exercise.As far as lifting a 2 year old, you really have to be careful for the first couple of weeks.  I would not recommend to any of my patients to lean into a crib or bending down to lift up a 2 year old during the first 2 weeks.Every surgeon has their own recovery plan.  Hope that helps.

I advise my patients that they can lift their 2-year-old to transfer from high chair, car seat, and crib by the third day after breast augmentation surgery (ex. on Saturday after surgery the previous Wednesday). They could, if comfortable, carry their child all day by the end of the second week. Hope this information is helpful and good luck to you. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths." 

Thank you for the question. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to returning to specific occupation/activities. He/she knows exactly what was done, how you are progressing (every patient has a different experience after breast surgery), whether or not you have experienced any complications or setbacks, and exactly what type of activities you wish to return to.A period of bed rest is not necessary after breast augmentation surgery.  Most patients are "over the hump" of most discomfort somewhere between two and four days after the procedure.  It is during these initial days that patients benefit from the most help at home, rest, and the use of pain medication and muscle relaxants. Careful attention to good hydration/nutrition, anti nausea measures (if needed),  and working towards return of normal bowel movements are  important considerations during this time period.On average, I ask patients to take off 5 days to 1 week after breast augmentation surgery (desk job). For some professions, I may suggest a going back to work with a lighter workload (or in your case, having someone else do the lifting etc.. that would involve the pectoralis muscle). Ideally, I ask patients not to lift anything heavy or do things ( like pulling/pushing) that contract the pectoralis musle for at least 3 weeks. Patients are able to return to running and heavier lifting 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.  I ask my patients to stay away from "pectorals major" activity such as push-ups and bench press for several months.Most of my patients feel comfortable lifting 10 pounds, using good body mechanics (elbows by their sides and using legs…) after the first week post.  This is the period of time I ask patients with children to have a lot of help around them.Ultimately, it will be important for you to “listen to your body”, apply common sense, and return to activities/exercises in a gradual fashion. Best wishes.