5'6, 155lbs, does 16 weeks seems like an excessive wait time for heavy lifting after a mommy makeover?

September 23, 2023
Asked By:KaytFreeze84 in Sanger, California

I am looking at having an extended tummy tuck w/ diastasis repair along with a breast lift (no implants). I’ve met with a surgeon I really love, & she recommends I wait 12-16 weeks after the procedure before doing any heavy lifting. I have small children (28 & 32 lbs.) so going this long without picking them up is concerning & causing me to consider delaying the surgery. I’m 5’6”, 155 lbs, & in good health. Does this seem like an excessive amount of time to wait to heavy lift?

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