16 weeks post op mommy makeover. Difficult time losing weight. Is it water retention? (photos)

Hello. Great question. A personal examination is needed to properly determine what your bulge is. Please schedule a follow up appointment with your surgeon.

I think everything you are saying is perfectly normal. Your metabolism is likely a bit down following surgery and will likely return to normal over the next several months. Keep eating clean and follow-up with your surgeon. Although working out is important, diet represents 85% of your ultimate look and weight so be careful with your intake  and make sure you keep your HR up with your cardio once your surgeon gives you the green light.

You may have swelling for 6 months or more which can add weight. Continue with your good eating habits and exercise. discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Good luck.

roxie981I appreciate your concern, however it can take as long as six months for a little swelling to resolve. In the meantime, I recommend following up with your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns. Good luck.

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs and congratulations on your mommy makeover.  Most likely what you are experiencing is continued soft tissue swelling and water retention.  With an increase in activity level your body will have a tendency of holding on to water as it continues to heal.  I would maintain close follow up with your surgeon but continue to use a compression garment throughout the day to help minimize the excess fluid your body is holding on to.  With additional time you should see continued, steady improvement in weight loss.  

If you are increasing your activity and watching your diet you should not be gaining more weight.  At this point in your recovery the weight from swelling should be minimal.  I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon to determine what may be the cause.