Pregnant Right After Mommy Makeover, Are There Additional Risks Now?

If you become pregnant shortly after a mommy makeover, there can be potential implications and considerations, although it's essential to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice. Here are some factors to keep in mind:

Impact on Surgical Results: Pregnancy can have significant effects on the body, potentially impacting the results achieved through a mommy makeover. Changes in breast size and shape, abdominal stretching, and other bodily changes associated with pregnancy may alter the outcomes of the procedures.

Breast Changes: If you've had breast augmentation or a breast lift as part of your mommy makeover, pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to changes in breast size and shape. These changes may affect the longevity of the results achieved through surgery.

Abdominal Changes: Procedures like tummy tucks and liposuction aim to address excess skin and contour the abdomen. Pregnancy can stretch the abdominal muscles and skin, potentially affecting the results of these procedures.

Timing and Healing: It's generally recommended to wait until you have completed your family planning before undergoing a mommy makeover to optimize the long-term results. If you become pregnant soon after surgery, it may impact the healing process and the ability of the body to fully recover.

It's crucial to discuss your plans for future pregnancies with your plastic surgeon before undergoing a mommy makeover. They can provide guidance based on your specific situation, the procedures you've had, and your goals. If you do become pregnant after a mommy makeover, close monitoring by your healthcare team is important to address any changes and ensure the health and well-being of both you and your baby.

The Mommy Makeover is a combination of procedures to bring a woman’s body back to the way she looked prior to pregnancy and information that you read online may not apply to your personal situation.   Most commonly some variation of a #TummyTuck and #BreastSurgery are performed. Additional procedures can include liposuction, umbilical hernia repair.  The most common #breastprocedures include #mastopexy or #breastlift, #breastaugmentation, or #breastreduction.  Therefore, if you experience weight gain, pregnancies, or any other drastic body altering changes, it is very possible the results may be compromised.  Hence, it may be best to delay your procedure(s) involving the areas affected by pregancy, weight gain and nursing until after your final pregancy if at all possible or predictable.Also, your surgery should be performed by a #PlasticSurgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience with the procedures you are seeking. For instance, a plastic surgeon who have specialized in breast surgery and cosmetic surgery is suitable to perform your #BreastAugmentation. Aside from checking #board-certification, it is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.

Thank you for your question.  If you are planning on getting pregnant or you already pregnant, you can rest assured that your stomach can re-stretch to accommodate pregnancy.  The only exception might be if you had a complication with your tummy tuck and developed excessive scar tissue.  If you are actively planning on getting pregnant and considering a mommy makeover, it would be more prudent to delay your procedure until after your pregnancy and when your body returns to the post-pregnancy baseline as your body will go through some additional changes with each pregnancy.  I would visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns and goals in more detail.

The vast majority of women who undergo Mommy Makeover
surgery are done having children.Rarely, women who have undergone Mommy Makeover surgery change their
minds about additional pregnancies or accidentally become pregnant.Under these circumstances, Tummy Tuck has no
negative impact upon the patient’s pregnancy.Unfortunately, pregnancy has a negative impact upon the patient’s
previous abdominoplasty.Pregnancy
recreates many of the patient’s previous problems.The abdomen may develop loose saggy skin,
weakened abdominal muscles and stretch marks.The breasts may develop sag and loss of breast volume.Immature scars may spread. Because
of the significant investment in time, money and effort, I strongly recommend
that patients be done having children.

There should be no difficulty in having the baby just because of your previous surgery. It is obvious though that because of the tummy tuck you are at a much higher risk for strethmarks of the abdominal skin after the pregnancy. Part of that depends on the size of the baby, your current age, how much weight you gain during the pregnancy etc. I do not know if there is any way to prevent or minimize the stretchmarks. Different topical creams have been recommended but I do not think any of them have been proven to be effective.

I hope you realize that this format of posting questions and receiving answers lacks the face to face direct communication required for you to make an informed decision regarding your surgery.

My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic surgeon in order to receive a formal evaluation and develop a doctor patient relationship.

Congratulations!  Many women get pregnant following breast surgery or tummy tucks (and many other types of abdominal surgery)   Your incisions should be healed by now, and your tissues will stretch as they are supposed to with the pregnancy.  At this point, you will have to wait and see what your body is like after you are finished lactating and the postpartum changes have stabilized, and it is possible that you may desire additional surgery-or you may be happy with your new baby and post-baby body!  

Congratulations! There are no risks in becoming pregnant after plastic surgery. Skin and other tissues have an extraordinary capacity to stretch and recoil. Now, depending on age and health, the ability of skin to recoil is affected. But, no worries, you could always undergo another TT or breast lift if needed. There is now a new technique to lift breasts without a vertical scar, so don't worry about acquiring new scars in the future should you need a lift.  Best wishes to you and your new addition!

Dr. H

Getting pregnant shortly after undergoing a mommy makeover surgery can pose additional risks and considerations. A mommy makeover typically involves a combination of cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck, and liposuction, aimed at restoring a woman's pre-pregnancy body or addressing post-pregnancy changes.Here are some potential risks and considerations if you become pregnant shortly after having a mommy makeover:1. Changes in Breast Size and Shape: Pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause significant changes in breast size, shape, and position. If you've had breast augmentation or a breast lift as part of your mommy makeover, these changes may impact the results of your surgery. Your breasts may become larger, saggy, or asymmetrical during pregnancy, potentially affecting the appearance of your augmented or lifted breasts.2. Tummy Tuck Considerations: If you've undergone a tummy tuck as part of your mommy makeover, pregnancy can stretch the abdominal muscles and skin, potentially compromising the results of the surgery. The abdominal muscles that were tightened during the tummy tuck may stretch again during pregnancy, leading to a loss of muscle tone and abdominal wall laxity. Additionally, the skin that was tightened during the tummy tuck may stretch to accommodate the growing uterus, which could result in excess skin and stretch marks.3. Increased Discomfort: Pregnancy itself can cause discomfort and physical changes, such as back pain, abdominal discomfort, and fatigue. If you've recently undergone cosmetic surgery, these discomforts may be exacerbated, making pregnancy more challenging.4. Potential for Revision Surgery: Depending on the extent of the changes to your body during pregnancy and childbirth, you may require revision surgery to address any aesthetic concerns or functional issues that arise. This could involve additional breast surgery, abdominoplasty revision, or liposuction to restore your desired appearance.5. Timing of Pregnancy: It's generally recommended to wait at least 6-12 months after undergoing a mommy makeover before becoming pregnant to allow your body to fully heal and stabilize after surgery. However, every individual's situation is different, and it's essential to discuss your plans for pregnancy with your plastic surgeon to understand the potential risks and implications.Ultimately, if you become pregnant shortly after having a mommy makeover, it's crucial to maintain open communication with your plastic surgeon and obstetrician to monitor your health and address any concerns that may arise during pregnancy. They can provide guidance on managing potential complications and optimizing your outcome both during and after pregnancy.

Congratulations! Your cosmetic surgery will not affect your pregnancy. During this next pregnancy your skin will stretch and after the birth of your child, you may opt for further skin removal to retighten the abdominal contours.  In other words, a redo or modification of your tummy tuck can be done to restore your results.

Hello,

Your mommy makeover will not affect your pregnancy.  Your pregnancy, however, may impact some of your mommy makeover results but this can be addressed in the future. 

All the best,

Dr Repta