Can I Have a Tummy Tuck 5 Months After Giving Birth?

As Dr Dolsky and other stated, you need in person discussions with a boarded surgeon. I have done this but the patient MUST met a strict qualifications. Like no more planned children, off of breast feeding by 3 months, etc. 

There are a lot of variables to consider including whether you have achieved post partum weight loss, stopped breast feeding and have child care available. It is not too early to being considering your options but the timing of surgery is an individual decision made after surgical recommendation. If you are planning more children, I would recommend that you put off surgery until childbearing has been completed.

Thank you for the question.

There is no magic number of months to wait.  You will know physically (when you are at your baseline weight) and emotionally when you are ready to proceed with this major operation.  This planning would involve making sure you have enough help for your newborn and yourself during the recovery period (approx. 3-4 weeks). 

I do however have another  word of advice for you. Patients who are about to undergo tummy tuck surgery spend a lot of time thinking about the physical preparation for the procedure (for example weight loss issues) but do not spend a lot of time thinking about the emotional aspects.
It is not uncommon for patients who undergo the procedure to experience severe “mood swings”. These emotions may range from depression ( “why did I do this to myself”) to elation  (which may lead to over activity). I think it is helpful to be aware that these emotional swings do occur postoperatively.
Suggestions I have for patients undergoing this procedure: 1. Make sure you have a strong support system in place who have time/patience to take care of you. 2. Be patient with the healing process, understanding that it will take several weeks to months to feel “normal” again. 3. Be prepared to distract your mind with things of interest such as books, magazines, and movies. 4. Expect less of yourself; do not go back to work too early and let others take care of you (for a change). 5. Keep in close communication with your surgeon and do not hesitate to communicate questions/concerns and the emotional swings that you may experience. 6. Keep in mind the end result!

I hope this helps