How long should I stay out of work after a mommy makeover? I'm a hairstylist and am on my feet all day

Thank you for your question.I normally recommend for patients to wait six weeks before returning to restriction-free activity after their #mommymakeover surgery.  You don't want to risk your results by walking around on your feet all day in the salon!Be patient and take it easy.  See what your #boardcertified plastic surgeon recommends.

Recovery varies person to person, but based on your occupation I would expect you would need 3-4 weeks before returning to work.  If you are able, it may be better if you started the first couple of weeks back on a part time basis versus not working and them returning full time.  Do not be surprised if you are swollen at the end of your work day for the first few weeks, especially with the amount of time you spend on your feet.  This will improve gradually.  Best of luck!

If you’re on your feet all day, you might want to wait at least 6 weeks before returning to work, especially if you’ve had a tummy tuck. However, you should ask your surgeon as they’ll be able to give you a more definitive answer based on your surgery and needs.

A combined tummy tuck and breast augmentation and or lift induces a significant amount of strain on the body. It is important to allow the body to heal postoperatively. The first few days you will feel very tired and sore especially when you get out of bed. It is very important to walk and move around several times a day even early in the recovery process in order to prevent blood clots. I use Exparel a long lasting (72 hour pain relief) anesthetic injected into the breasts and abdomen at the time of surgery to help decrease the need for oral pain medication. Additionally, a drainless tummy tuck allows you to move about more freely with less pain after surgery.Since you are on your feet most of the day I would suggest trying to ease into returning to work after 10-12 days depending upon how you feel. You will probably be tired by the end of the day and have a bit of swelling around the lower abdomen early on which is normal.

I appreciate your question.



I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you will be healing following surgery.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



Director-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute



#RealSelf100Surgeon