Can You Breastfeed After a Mommy Makeover?

There's no question that mommy makeover surgery is one of the most transformative and life-changing cosmetic procedures a woman can have — offering the opportunity to address age-, pregnancy-, childbirth-, and nursing-related concerns virtually from head to toe. Because a mommy makeover can be quite extensive and requires both a time and financial investment — and because subsequent weight gain or pregnancy after mommy makeover surgery can significantly compromise results — women are strongly encouraged to wait until they are done having children before undergoing the procedure.

However, our caring team at Andre P. Marshall Plastic Surgery, led by double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Andre Marshall, understands that life is full of surprises and that your plans may change over time. If you do find yourself pregnant after mommy makeover surgery or are considering getting pregnant after a mommy makeover, you may wonder how your previous surgery will impact your ability to breastfeed. In most cases, it is possible to breastfeed after getting implants or another type of breast surgery included in a mommy makeover, but each woman's experience is unique. Here, Dr. Marshall provides additional information about breastfeeding after mommy makeover surgery.

Does a mommy makeover include breast implants?

Because many women choose mommy makeover surgery after having kids or breastfeeding — both of which can significantly impact the volume, shape, and position of the breasts — many mommy makeover procedures include some form of enhancement, such as:

• Breast augmentation with implants
• Fat transfer to the breasts
• Breast lift surgery

In addition to breast enhancement surgeries, a mommy makeover can also include a number of cosmetic procedures that aim to address the unwanted side effects of aging, weight fluctuation, and other life events. Beyond breast augmentation and lift, women often choose to incorporate one or more of the following into their mommy makeover plan:

• Tummy tuck
• Liposuction
• Labiaplasty
• Arm lift
• Fat transfer, like a Brazilian butt lift (BBL)

Nonsurgical body contouring options are also popular for further refining results and achieving a more complete mommy makeover transformation. Following a thorough consultation and evaluation, Dr. Marshall will work closely with you to design a personalized mommy makeover surgical plan that aligns with your unique needs and goals.

Can you breastfeed after breast augmentation as part of a mommy makeover?

Surgeries included in a mommy makeover that don't involve the breasts — like a tummy tuck, for example — shouldn't directly impact the ability to breastfeed if you become pregnant after mommy makeover surgery. Even women who get breast implants with mommy makeover surgery may still go on to successfully breastfeed, though breast surgery can affect future breastfeeding for some women. This may be due to the implant size, implant placement, surgical approach used, whether a breast lift was included, and other unique case factors.

It is important to remember that each breastfeeding journey is different — with many women having vastly different experiences with their children — and a full mommy makeover may or may not play a role in how your future experience with breastfeeding plays out. Again, while many women successfully breastfeed after cosmetic surgery, deferring your mommy makeover until after you are certain you're done having children may help minimize disruptions or barriers to breastfeeding that could occur. If you have plans to potentially breastfeed at some point in the future, don't hesitate to discuss these with Dr. Marshall so he can tailor your surgical plan accordingly.

Fit cosmetic surgery into your life plans with a mommy makeover in Beverly Hills, CA

Whether you've already had kids, have never had kids, are planning for children in the future — or you're not sure — you may still be a candidate for a mommy makeover or another body contouring procedure that can help you look and feel your best at almost any stage of life. To learn more about mommy makeover, breastfeeding, and other considerations, contact our caring team at Andre P. Marshall Plastic Surgery to schedule your consultation for Beverly Hills mommy makeover surgery with double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Andre Marshall today.