If I choose to undergo a fat transfer to the breasts, and then get pregnant, will the results remain after breastfeeding?

Weight fluctuations and breast feeding will alter the shape of the breast.

It's always better to be at a stable weight before proceeding with breast surgery. This includes fat transfer, breast reduction and breast lift surgery.

The fat is not likely to be lost with pregnancy, in fact it may get more full if there is weight gain. That can stretch the skin, and may lead to more droopiness.

I am not sure that anyone can give you a definitive answer for this. You might want to wait until after breastfeeding as pregnancy changes your anatomy in numerous ways.

Breastfeeding does not effect the fat to the breasts. In terms of a lift, I would recommend The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hi Elizabeth. If your goal is to increase you cup size by about a cup size or so, fat transfer can be an excellent choice for you. With fat transfer, we can enhance you breast shape where we want; the top, the cleavage, any specific area. Implants are less specific in the area we enhance. Though not all of the fat will survive, experience has shown that much if not most of the fat will survive. When combined with a breast lift, the results are often gratifying. As to pregnancy, your breasts will change for certain. Following pregnancy and even breast feeding, the results can be long lasting, But there is always uncertainty. So much depends on weight and fat distribution. Make sure that you speak to a board certified plastic surgeon who has experience with fat transfer to the breast.

Don't even bother with fat transfer. The results are very hit or miss. Mii oh st if the fat will
Not survive. There are plenty of surgeons who do the procedure, but I've never seen a result I though was any good. If you're planning on children in the next few years just wait until after your pregnancies.

Dear Elizabeth2494,
your breasts will change with pregnancy and breastfeeding despite having fat transfer. Fat transfer breast augmentation is a viable alternative for women who desire larger breasts without the use of implants. Fat transfer is also widely used in reconstruction of the breast after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. It can also be very effective in correcting the size and shape of the breasts due to genetic problems such as tuberous breast or Poland Syndrome, two conditions that look like misshapen or underdeveloped breasts.In addition, the following scenarios are also reason to consider breast fat grafting:• If you have chest areas that appear creased and sunken• If you desire more permanent correction than is provided by temporary fillers• If you wish to improve your body contour, revise scars, fill bodily depressions and rejuvenate the natural curve of your breasts• To fill in contour irregularities or hide obvious signs of breast implantsYou should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure your surgeon understands your concerns and your breast augmentation goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

While fat transfer to the breasts can enhance their size, pregnancy and breastfeeding can impact breast shape and size. The changes during pregnancy, like hormonal fluctuations and increased blood flow, may affect the transferred fat. Some women find that their breasts return to a similar size and shape after breastfeeding, but individual experiences vary. It’s advisable to discuss potential changes with a skilled plastic surgeon who can provide recommendations based on your medical history and specific circumstances.

You may loose some of your volume after pregnancy and breast feeding, especially with the actual breast tissue. Implants give a more stable volume.

Fat transfer is not a good procedure to change the shape of your breast. Based on your description an implant or a lift is probably a better procedure.

Pregnancies will not change fat distribution.

Pregnancies and especially breast-feeding can I have major changes and breast shape and contour but it does not change fat distribution.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD