How long after a tummy tuck and body sculpting can another baby be planned? I am a single mom who is scheduled on June 23rd for a tummy tuck and body sculpting. I would like to know how long I should wait till it's safe, in case I decide to remarry and have another child.
5 Questions About Getting Pregnant After a Tummy Tuck, Answered
January 9, 2022
Answer: Can you have a baby after a tummy tuck? Yes you can have a baby after a tummy tuck operation. But you must keep in mind that there will be effects of pregnancy which will not go back completely. After pregnancy there can be stretch marks, some loose skin and separation of the rectus muscles which might not go back again. So there are chances that you might need revision procedures after the effects of pregnancy have worn off. It is always advisable to complete your family before undertaking abdominoplasty procedure.
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January 9, 2022
Answer: Can you have a baby after a tummy tuck? Yes you can have a baby after a tummy tuck operation. But you must keep in mind that there will be effects of pregnancy which will not go back completely. After pregnancy there can be stretch marks, some loose skin and separation of the rectus muscles which might not go back again. So there are chances that you might need revision procedures after the effects of pregnancy have worn off. It is always advisable to complete your family before undertaking abdominoplasty procedure.
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July 7, 2021
Answer: Pregnancy after Tummy Tuck Yes, you may be able to get pregnant after an abdominoplasty, however I do not recommend it for my patients. The abdomen will not be able to expand as usual during pregnancy, and the stitches may tear. The best option is to wait until after pregnancy to have a tummy tuck. Please discuss this with your surgeon before having a tummy tuck!
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July 7, 2021
Answer: Pregnancy after Tummy Tuck Yes, you may be able to get pregnant after an abdominoplasty, however I do not recommend it for my patients. The abdomen will not be able to expand as usual during pregnancy, and the stitches may tear. The best option is to wait until after pregnancy to have a tummy tuck. Please discuss this with your surgeon before having a tummy tuck!
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May 22, 2020
Answer: Can you have a baby after a tummy tuck? Yes, you may have a baby following abdominoplasty but you may want to consider some of the following. Pregnancy can cause weight gain and excessive stretching of the abdominal muscle which can affect your results. It is impossible to predict how much your baby will grow and stretch your muscles and skin out and then to what degree your skin will retract following your pregnancy. But if you do get pregnant following a tummy tuck, you may end up with loose skin and/or stretched muscles. You may risk rectus muscle separation (rectus diastasis) which can occur during pregnancy which may then require repair following your pregnancy Pregnancy has a dramatic effect on your abdomen so even if you were to lose all your weight gained it is highly likely you will have altered your results you achieved prior to your pregnancy following your surgery For these reasons, we advise its best to wait until you are finished having children.
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May 22, 2020
Answer: Can you have a baby after a tummy tuck? Yes, you may have a baby following abdominoplasty but you may want to consider some of the following. Pregnancy can cause weight gain and excessive stretching of the abdominal muscle which can affect your results. It is impossible to predict how much your baby will grow and stretch your muscles and skin out and then to what degree your skin will retract following your pregnancy. But if you do get pregnant following a tummy tuck, you may end up with loose skin and/or stretched muscles. You may risk rectus muscle separation (rectus diastasis) which can occur during pregnancy which may then require repair following your pregnancy Pregnancy has a dramatic effect on your abdomen so even if you were to lose all your weight gained it is highly likely you will have altered your results you achieved prior to your pregnancy following your surgery For these reasons, we advise its best to wait until you are finished having children.
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