How much time should I request off work for a mommy makeover?

Hello, A mommy makeover can consist of many combinations of surgeries. A general rule is to take no less than 2 weeks. If you are having a Tummy tuck I would recommend at least 3 since you mentioned you are a nurse. Nurses work hard and are constantly thrown into unknown physical situations. So unless you can guarantee to go back to work on light duty after the 2 weeks if needed, it's best to plan for a little longer. BBL patients are not to sit on their buttocks for at least 4 weeks... You could still sit but with a stool beneath your thighs. Your employer is not entitled to know what procedure or why...HIPPA violation. They may need to know about physical limitations if you need light or limited duty when returning to work. As always, go for in person consultations with Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in your area to decide what would be best for you. Hope this helps. Best Wishes, Dr. Lane Smith Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas, NV 

Hello!
A Mommy Makeover is a combination of procedures based on your needs.  Most involve the breasts and abdomen but can be combined with almost anything.  Your healing and downtime really depend on the mix of procedures you have done.  For most MMO patients who are healthy, I recommend 2 weeks off of work if it is a sedentary job. If you have a physical job that requires lifting, straining or prolonged time on your feet, you will be restricted from some of your job duties longer. Your employer does not need to know what procedure you had done but a doctor’s note that included your limitations would be beneficial. You may need a ‘light duty’ restriction for 4-8 weeks. As always, I advise patients to choose a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in aesthetic procedures and who you truly trust and connect with.   Best of luck!

Dr. Lucie Capek

Hello
and thank you for your question and sharing your photos. I would allow 1-2 weeks of recovery time before going back to
work. I let my patients start light activities at 3 weeks and full activities
(exercise, lifting, etc) at 6 weeks. You should be able to go back to work 1-2 weeks post op, as long as you stay on light duty with no lifting for 6 weeks post op. Your employer is not entitled to know about your surgery.
Best
wishes and good luck,
Pejman
Aflaki, M.D.
Johns
Hopkins-trained double board-certified plastic surgeon

Thank you for your question. Every patient heals differently.  After mommy makeover surgery, patients may require anywhere between 2-6 weeks off, depending on the nature of their work.  Employers may need to know about expected time off work and modified duties due to surgical recovery time; however, in our area, patient privacy laws restrict doctors from divulging the specific surgery unless granted permission by the patient.  @yorkplasticsurgery

The recovery period for a Mommy Makeover is entirely dependent on what procedures are performed. Although, the Mommy Makeover significantly shortens the recovery time for multiple procedures, the recovery time is still extensive and should not be underestimated. If you are considering a mommy makeover you need to be prepared for a considerable amount of surgery and an extensive recovery period. Although you might be feeling substantially better at 2-3 weeks, it is not uncommon to need anywhere from 4-6 weeks. You'll need to avoid heavy lifting if you have breast surgery, and possibly using core muscles and twisting if you have had the tummy tuck (which might be difficult to avoid if you are a nurse). I highly recommend that you book an in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in order to discuss any concerns that you might have. That said, it's really important to follow any post-op guidelines recommended by your surgeon. It's also really important to allow your body to fully recover following the mommy makeover as this will ensure that you achieve the results that you were looking for.

Hi & thanks for your question.Typically for a mommy makeover you would need 2 to 3 weeks off work. You stated that you are a nurse, so I suggest taking 3 weeks. Your employer is not entitled to know the procedures you are having done. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Thanks for your question. Usually 2 weeks off work are enough when getting a mommy makeover. Usually, Patients can return to light activities almost immediately after surgery, normal activities 2 weeks after surgery, and vigorous exercise 4 weeks after surgery.  We usually experience a slow steady improvement for 3 months or so after surgery.Combination procedures can give powerful results but SAFETY is KEY.  You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Don’t settle for less than a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Thank you for your question! For my patients having a mommy makeover, I recommend they take 10-14 days off of work, 3 weeks off of cardio at the gym, and 6 weeks off of weight training and yoga exercises. If you are in a nurse position that requires heavy lifting, I recommend taking 2 weeks off minimum and returning to work with restrictions, no lifting over 10 lbs for 6 weeks post op. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Your surgeon will help you decide if you would be a good candidate for a mommy makeover. You can get a tummy tuck and breast augmentation/lift at the same time and this is part of what people talk about when they use the term  "mommy makeover". Of course, these procedures can be done separately though the cost is usually more. It is very common for women to want a mommy makeover, especially after having had children. Pregnancy definitely is hard on the abdominal and breast areas and this is a comment complaint among women visiting my office. Obviously the body heals with swelling and inflammation and usually that maxes out at two days and then starts getting better. Most of these patients take no pain medicine (because of the nerve blocks given during surgery) and usually feel very comfortable going out in public the same or next days.  I usually call my patients the night of surgery and check on them in person the next day. If everything is fine the next day, I then let them shower and they do not need a dressing over their incisions. At the two week check up, I usually have people start working out and then after six weeks they can do whatever they want. Additionally with recovery, there're many things we do to expedite healing such as nerve blocks during surgery, oral supplements, skin care and scar therapy recommendations, lymphatic massage sessions that are included in our pricing.I strongly feel that it's very important to have an honest conversation with your surgeon about your particular situation, lifestyle, work environment and specifically which procedures you're having done so that you both have the most honest answer about your recovery and are realistic with expectations and results.I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area that is a member of both ASPS & ASAPS and performs a lot of mommy makeovers. Good luck with your future surgery!I hope my answer helped you and if it does, please take a moment to up vote this answer on the “respond” button on the top right. Have a great day.

Dear ilmk121630,
Thank you for your question. Mommy makeover is a broad term and can involve many different procedures, including breast, abdomen, trunk, back, and or buttock. So, in order to give you an estimate of how long you would have to request off from work, depends on what specific procedures you will have performed. I would recommend taking at least two weeks away from work for recovery from a mommy makeover. Since you have a relatively active job, you may consider taking three weeks off to ensure you are feeling fully back to normal before returning to work. Even at three weeks, however, you will likely need to limit some activities like heavy lifting or exercise. Full recovery takes between six and eight weeks. Your employer is not entitled to know why you are requesting the time off, so it is up to you to decide how to communicate with them. Best wishes!Franziska Huettner