One of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures, breast augmentation empowers women to feel more confident in their appearance.
Women choose breast augmentation for various personal reasons. Ultimately the decision to have the surgery is up to you – the woman.
A very common concern raised at our practice, Best Impression Med Spa in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, is whether to have the surgery if you might have children in the future. You may wonder how your post-surgery breasts would change with pregnancy, whether the implants have the potential to harm your growing baby, or if they interfere with breastfeeding.
Learn more about what to consider when scheduling breast augmentation if you plan on having children.
When it comes to timing breast augmentation with future pregnancies, there’s no concrete answer. While having implants won’t interfere with your ability to conceive, pregnancy and breastfeeding can change the shape and size of your breasts, which may influence the results of your surgery.
Pregnancy can bring substantial changes to your body, particularly your breasts. As you gain weight during pregnancy and your body adapts to breastfeeding, the skin around your breasts stretches.
After giving birth and weaning, many women notice changes like increased sagging, volume loss, and nipples or areolas that appear larger or sit lower. These shifts can affect natural breasts as well as those with implants.
The possibility of these changes prompts some women to hold off on augmentation until they’ve completed their family. Waiting allows you to choose implants that best complement your “final” breast size and shape after pregnancy.
You should know, however, that the implants themselves don’t pose any risk to a future pregnancy, so the choice is yours.
If you plan to breastfeed, know that most women who have breast implants are able to nurse successfully. In some cases, certain factors can affect your breastfeeding plans.
Some augmentation procedures may involve minor gland tissue removal, which could reduce milk production. The extent of this impact varies based on the woman and type of surgery.
The location of the surgical incision can also play a role. Incisions around the areola, for instance, have a higher chance of affecting the nerves involved in milk production and nipple sensation, which could make breastfeeding more challenging.
Discuss your breastfeeding plans with us to determine the best type of incision for your goals.
You’re the best person to determine when to have your breast augmentation. Your choice depends on your goals, lifestyle, and family plans. Schedule a consultation at Best Impression Med Spa so we can help you understand the pros and cons of undergoing surgery before or after having children.
We will explain what to expect from the surgery and recovery, address any questions about breastfeeding and pregnancy, and help you make a decision that aligns with your goals.
