I have had 2 consultation and one more this week . My concern is recovery . I have done lots of reading online and answers vary so much . Some people almost describe bed rest while others say they were back to routine ( minus gym ) in a few days . I have 3 kids ( 2 teenagers and a 2 yr old ) my husband will take a few days to help after . My older kids can help with lifting toddler sometimes. But when no one is around can I really not lift more than 5 lbs for 3 weeks
August 11, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Recovery with Kids Thank you for your question. Recovery after any surgery is tricky with kids.I always tell my patients that they should try and minimize any nonessential lifting. If there is someone else around that can do the lifting let them help. There will be times when you just have no choice, but to carry your two year old. Best of luck with surgery.
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August 11, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Recovery with Kids Thank you for your question. Recovery after any surgery is tricky with kids.I always tell my patients that they should try and minimize any nonessential lifting. If there is someone else around that can do the lifting let them help. There will be times when you just have no choice, but to carry your two year old. Best of luck with surgery.
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February 20, 2017
Answer: What to expect after breast augmentation with kids? 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.
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February 20, 2017
Answer: What to expect after breast augmentation with kids? 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.
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