Is It Better to Get Breast Implants Before or After Having Children?

There is no steadfast rule and the decision is deeply personal. Many women choose breast augmentation after they have finished having children. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can change the breast tissue and skin, affecting laxity and appearance.

Augmentation surgery can address issues of breasts that have lost their shape and volume post-childbirth and breastfeeding. Saline implants and silicone gel implants, for example, are very popular for women post-pregnancy.

Furthermore, there is a misconception that women cannot breastfeed if they have implants. In fact, many women with breast implants who have additional children have successfully breastfed without any issues.

A consultation with our breast augmentation specialists, Dr.Karl Schwarz, Dr. Joan Sauvageau, and Dr. Haitham Badran, is essential to tailor the procedure to your unique needs and to discuss all the possible breast augmentation options.

How Long After Childbirth Can I Undergo Breast Augmentation Surgery?

The Clinique-K team sees women for consultations at many stages of the decision making process. Women come to us a few weeks after giving birth and some wait several years.

To make the most accurate assessment in terms of correct implant size, patients are advised to wait until six months after they stop breastfeeding before having the surgery and to be as close as possible to their pre-pregnancy weight.

Women who undergo post-pregnancy augmentation may also require a breast lift. For many women breast augmentation is not so much about getting bigger breasts but rather about restoring volume and youthful shape of the breast that feels hollow after breastfeeding.

Clinique-K offers various types of breast implants, including saline and silicone. The differences between these types of breast implants and the benefits of each are explained in detail during the consultation process.

What Can I Expect Before and After My Surgery?

The first step is for you to come in for an initial consultation with our team and plastic surgeon for 3D imaging and implant sizing, to familiarize yourself with implant options, and to have your questions answered.

After you've had your breast surgery, below are a few important post-op instructions you'll need to follow, specifically for breast augmentation:

Get Plenty of Rest:

Rest is essential to your recovery. Additionally, limiting the range and frequency of arm movements is vital during the first two weeks after surgery.

Avoid Lifting Heavy Objects:

It's not recommended to lift anything over 10 pounds, including young children. Try not to overexert yourself physically for a total of 8 weeks.

Driving is Not Advisable:

Get someone to drive you to your post-operative appointments and to run errands. You may experience breast pain and find it difficult to operate a vehicle and steer during the first two weeks.

What Else Do I Need to Know About Breast Implants After Pregnancy?

Many Clinique-K patients opt for a “Mommy Makeover,” which often includes breast augmentation and a tummy tuck, with or without liposuction. The goal is always to help patients feel good in their own skin.

Clinique-K is dedicated to helping you achieve successful breast augmentation surgery results and to support you throughout the entire process. The clinic’s expertise in breast augmentation in Montreal makes it a reliable choice if you're seeking cosmetic surgery and surgical procedures related to breast enhancement and augmentation in Montreal.

To learn more about breast augmentation we invite you to book a breast augmentation consultation at Clinique-K at our locations in Westmount and Longueuil.