Tummy Tuck After Pregnancy

One of the most beautiful and demanding achievements the female body can accomplish is carrying a child. It is entirely natural that the traces of this will be visible to a greater or lesser extent. A tummy tuck after pregnancy is therefore a procedure that many women consider.

Not only is the skin of the abdomen stretched enormously, but the straight abdominal muscles also shift outwards from the midline. In the centre of these muscles, space is created for the baby, and in many cases this space remains — a condition known as diastasis. A tummy tuck after pregnancy will generally be a so-called full tummy tuck. That is to say, not only is fat removed and the skin tightened, but the straight abdominal muscles are also drawn back together — a process known as plication. A tummy tuck after pregnancy may also involve repositioning the navel if a significant amount of skin is removed. It is not a minor procedure, but the results are generally excellent. A flat abdomen makes a significant difference to how your entire body looks. Clothing fits better, you appear slimmer, and your posture also improves in a positive way. There are some prerequisites for a tummy tuck after pregnancy. If you are still considering having more children, it may be worth waiting. You should also be close to the weight you expect to maintain in the future. Significant weight gain after the procedure would partly undo the effect of the surgery, which would be a great shame.

Liposuction and Renuvion

To achieve a truly perfect result, liposuction and Renuvion can also be applied. By precisely targeting fat with liposuction, any irregularities in the abdominal surface following the procedure can be prevented. Liposuction can also be used to narrow the waist. With Renuvion — also known in the US as J-Plasma — the skin can be tightened and contours such as the abdominal muscle lines improved.

Recovery From a Tummy Tuck After Pregnancy

After the procedure, you can expect around six weeks of recovery. The abdominal area is not called the 'core' for nothing — it is the centre of the body from which all movement originates. During the first few weeks, certain movements cannot be performed (properly). During those first six weeks you must be very careful. In particular, bending and lifting should be avoided. Little by little you can resume your activities, but wait at least six weeks before resuming sport and intensive activities. Six weeks is of course nothing compared to the 40 weeks of pregnancy, and the results can last for many years. In short, a tummy tuck after pregnancy is a rewarding procedure, but do arrange help with caring for your child(ren). Give yourself the time to recover. Our plastic surgeons are happy to tell you more about the procedure. You are very welcome to come in for a personal consultation at our clinic. Appointments can be made by email and by telephone. Click here for our contact details.