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How Soon after Pregnancy Is Too Soon for a Tummy Tuck?

September 30, 2015 by koehler

Pretty woman holding a newborn baby in her arms(Updated for 2020)

Many women are eager to get back to their pre-pregnancy shape after giving birth. A tummy tuck removes excess stomach skin and can tighten loose abdominal muscles, making this the perfect post-baby procedure.

However, the months immediately following pregnancy may not be the ideal time to get cosmetic surgery. Here’s why new mothers should wait at least six months after pregnancy before scheduling a tummy tuck.

Get Back to Your Target Weight

It takes a minimum of six months for women’s bodies and hormones to return to normal after pregnancy.

Candidates for a tummy tuck are encouraged to achieve their target weight prior to surgery. This is because a tummy tuck cannot remove excess pounds to give you the waistline of your dreams. Waiting at least six months after giving birth gives a woman enough time to resume a fitness routine and adopt a healthy diet in order to shed pregnancy pounds.

If you still have stubborn abdominal bulges after reaching a stable weight, a tummy tuck with liposuction can help flatten and firm up the abdominal area.

Establish a Routine with Your Newborn

Infants require a lot of lifting, which means new moms are constantly engaging their midsection to care for their babies. After a tummy tuck, it’s important to minimize stress on the abdominal region, as frequent movement can disturb the healing process or undo results.

Waiting at least six months after pregnancy gives mothers the chance to develop an efficient routine and adapt to their baby’s needs so that their tummy tuck doesn’t interfere with the need to care for their baby.

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Wait for Your Hormones to Balance Out

Hormones secreted during pregnancy allow abdominal muscles to stretch and soften to accommodate the growing baby. Many pregnancy hormones remain at higher levels throughout nursing. Waiting until you’ve finished nursing and your pregnancy hormones have returned to normal levels can ensure the best possible tummy tuck results.

To learn more about have tummy tuck surgery after pregnancy, contact us online or call our Alabama office today at 251-929-7850.

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Updated for 2019. Wondering how soon you can have a tummy tuck after pregnancy? Dr. James Koehler in Alabama explains why women should wait at least 6 months.
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