How soon after giving birth can a tummy tuck and lipo surgery be performed? And is a chil after TT recomended?

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I want to get a TT, lipo with bbl and a breast augmentation, after 2 children I'm think about having one more. But I want to have my surgery like right after I give birth especially since I'm normally about 150 not much fat on my body, but I alway gain like 50 pounds with pregnancies so I'll be at my biggest after labor. So I'm curious with the time period you have to wait after labor b4 surgery. Or if it's ok to get surgery then have a baby. I wouldn't want to mess my body up all over again. Please help

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It’s not prudent to have your tummy tuck or any other plastic surgery procedure right after you give birth. There are many changes that your body goes through with pregnancy and childbirth, and your body needs time to get over them. You may be at your heaviest right after labour, but this doesn’t mean it’s all fat. Weight gain during pregnancy is also caused by other things (for example, blood and uterus growth). I recommend waiting a minimum of 6 months after you give birth, or 6 months after you stop breastfeeding, before considering plastic surgery. If you have children after getting a mommy makeover, your results will be affected. Your stomach may stretch out again and your breasts may sag, reversing the effects of your surgery. It’s better to wait until after you’ve had children before considering a mommy makeover.

James E. Chappell, MD · Answer

Great questions: I would have you wait until at least 6 months after delivery of your last child to do a tummy tuck.  And if you breast feed that last child I would have you wait until 3 months after you are done breast feeding to do a breast procedure.  Best of luck to you.

Ryan Hoffman, MD · Answer

Very good questions. There is some variability but in general it is best to wait until you are done having kids prior to a mommy makeover. Pregnancy can change the results of surgery.I usually wait around 3 months after delivery to recommend a tummy tuck. I usually wait about 3 months after a patient is done breastfeeding to have a breast augmentation.I hope that helps,RSH

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. I recommend waiting six months after child birth before having a tummy tuck.  Generally, you should wait until you are not planning on having additional children.  The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with.   I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.Best wishes and good luck.Richard G. Reish, M.D.Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your excellent question. I typically advise my patients to wait at least six months following childbirth before having breast and body contouring surgery. This allows the skin to contract appropriately and your hormone levels to normalize. I also recommend waiting until after you have completed your family. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic breast and body surgery. Hope this helps and good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

For optimal results it is best to wait 6 months after giving birth and breastfeeding before having a Mommy Makeover.  This will allow your body to return to a stable state before surgery.  It is also best if you finish having children before proceeding with a tummy tuck.  You can still safely carry a pregnancy, but it may alter your prior surgery results.

Ryan T. M. Mitchell, MD, FRCSC, FACS · Answer

It is always best to wait 6 months before having abdominal contour surgery. In addition, it is always best to be finished expanding the family and close to a goal weight. The body changes after pregnancy as the uterus contracts down and fluid shifts equalize. Also, there are often lifting and positioning restrictions as part of the post-operative recovery phase that need to be considered. All in all, it is best to wait until the timing is right to proceed with surgery.

Bennett Yang, MD · Answer

HelloThank you for the question. Generally it is BEST to have this procedure after you have finished having children. It is possible to get pregnant after a tummy tuck, but you will develop more loose skin, more stretchmarks, and the procedure will need to be repeated. Generally, waiting 6-9 months is recommended. Longer if you decide to breast feed after your last pregnancy. regular exercise, eating healthy, not smoking, are your best allies before and after surgery to help have a safe outcome. Best to you.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the questions. Generally speaking, the “ideal” patient for tummy tuck surgery is one who has completed pregnancies, is psycho socially/emotionally/financially stable, has an excellent social support system surrounding him/her, is capable of arranging enough recovery time, does not smoke and who has reached a long-term stable weight. It will also likely be in your best interests to have your child a little older,  and more self-sufficient, prior to proceeding.Since you considering undergoing a major operation which again involves a significant physical AND emotional recovery ( often underestimated by surgeons and patients alike), a few words of advice may be helpful:
1. Make sure you are doing the procedure for the right reasons (for yourself) and that you have realistic expectations. Be aware that an improvement in the “problem area” may not translate to an overall improvement in your life situation. You are bound to be disappointed with results of the procedure if your motivation for doing the surgery is not internally driven.2. Time your surgery carefully; generally, it is not a good idea to have surgery done during or immediately after a stressful period in life (for example divorce or death of a loved one). The additional stress of surgery will undoubtedly be more challenging to deal with if a patient's emotional reserves our already exhausted. Remember, that an improvement in your physical appearance will not translate to an improvement in your life situation.3. If possible speak to patients who have undergone similar procedures and query them about the toughest times of their recovery period. Any practical hints previous patients can provide may be very helpful.4. Make sure you are aware of potential complications that may arise how to reach your surgeon if necessary.
5. Make sure you have a strong and patient support system (several people if possible) in place who have time/patience to take care of you. Arrange for professional nursing if any doubt exists regarding the availability and/or stamina of your caretakers.6. Be patient with the healing process, understanding that it will take several weeks to months to feel “normal” again. It may also take many months/year to see the end results of your surgery.7. Be prepared to distract your mind with things of interest such as books, magazines, and movies.8. Expect less of yourself; do not go back to work, school or chores too early and let others take care of you (for a change).9. Pick your surgeon carefully (a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon) and trust in his/her advice. Keep in close communication with your surgeon and do not hesitate to communicate questions/concerns and the emotional swings that you may experience.10. Resume all medications that you were using preoperatively when cleared by your plastic surgeon and stop the use of narcotics and sedatives as soon as feasible after surgery.11. Keep in mind the end results as you go through the tougher emotional times after your surgery.
I hope this, and the attached link, helps. Best wishes.

Semira Bayati, MD, FACS · Answer

The general recommendation is that you should wait to have a tummy tuck after you are done having all your children.  It is not impossible to have kids after this surgery, but the risks of developing a hernia or difficulty with growth on the baby is possible after an abdominoplasty.  It is also advised to wait until the uterus has returned to its normal size prior to considering an abdominoplasty.  Tightening of the abdominal wall is done more efficiently, when the uterus has settled to the pre-pregnancy size.  This usually takes a few months to occur.  It varies individually from 3-6 months in my experience.

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