What You Should Know About Pregnancy After Your Tummy Tuck in Miami
Tummy Tuck Surgery
For women whose bodies have gone through dramatic changes in weight, it’s very common to see sagging skin or stretched abdominal muscles that make a midsection look flabby. A Miami tummy tuck tightens the abs and removes extra skin that diet and exercise just can’t resolve. Patients are thrilled with results that can turn back the hands of time, helping them appear healthy, trim, and rejuvenated.
In general, it’s recommended that patients wait to have body contouring until after their family is complete because pregnancy can undo their surgeon’s work. However, life doesn’t always unfold as expected, and you may find yourself pregnant by surprise, or have an unanticipated desire to become pregnant after abdominoplasty. What considerations does that bring?
Is It Safe To Become Pregnant After A Miami Tummy Tuck?
The short answer is answer is yes, absolutely. It is safe to become pregnant even just a few months after your surgery because the tissue is incredibly adaptive. If your body contouring treatment was recent, you are more likely to see changes in your scars throughout the course of your pregnancy, but there is no reason you would not be able to carry your baby to term. Of course, if possible, it’s gentler to your body to wait a year or more so that scars are mature.
Every pregnancy will involve some stretching of the skin that covers your stomach in order to make room for your internal organs as your baby grows. The elasticity of your skin reduces the appearance of striae (stretch marks). Tummy tuck patients have less skin, so they can be more prone to these linear marks.
Is There Any Risk For My Baby?
Past tummy tucks present no risk to your baby during pregnancy or birth. If you prefer or require a C-section, there is no contraindication, but your OBGYN will need to be aware of your previous surgery just as they would with a past C-section since there will be scar tissue for them to navigate.
Will I Need Another Tummy Tuck?
It is impossible to predict exactly how your body will respond to the many physical changes that accompany pregnancy. In some cases, the abdominal muscles will separate, and you’ll want to consult with a cosmetic surgeon to discuss a revision after. However, many mommies are happy with their shape after their baby is born and the pregnancy weight has dropped off.
Some factors that can help predict the resilience of your Miami tummy tuck are:
- How much adjustment was done for your muscles
- How much weight is gained during the pregnancy
It’s generally recommended not to gain more than 25-35 lbs during pregnancy, regardless of your surgical history. Excessive weight gain can be dangerous for your baby and increase your own risk of gestational diabetes.
Women who become pregnant after a tummy tuck sometimes report sensations of tightening or pulling in their abdomen as the baby grows and the womb stretches. This is not unique to abdominoplasty patients since most moms report the same. You may feel more sensitive or aware of your midsection because of your history, but you can rest assured that your muscles and skin have incredible ability to accommodate the gradual pressure and stretching over 9 months.
If you have questions about your options for maintaining beautiful results, don’t hesitate to book a consultation with Dr. Craft for his expert insight and recommendations.
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