Quickly get your figure in order after childbirth

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) after childbirth is a very common correction. It helps restore the shape of the abdomen after childbirth: tighten the skin, remove excess fat, and also eliminate stretch marks.

In the postpartum period, which lasts 6-8 months, the woman’s body launches a “recovery program” - the production of collagen and fibroblasts is activated. That is why any physical activity gives very good results. It is important not to miss this opportunity given by nature to recover after childbirth and return to its former shape, including a flat stomach.

However, if time is still lost, more serious interventions will help restore the beauty of the abdomen.
Muscle diastasis (separation) is an indication for abdominoplasty and one of the most common phenomena after childbirth.
In addition, many women who have given birth develop a so-called “apron” - loose skin that partially does not shrink and cannot be eliminated with physical exercise. It can be removed surgically - using abdominoplasty, but not earlier than 6-8 months after birth.

Excess skin that is removed using classic abdominoplasty cannot be removed by other methods. Or rather, they can be reduced if, in the first months after childbirth, you take charge of your health and get in shape. But any operations during this period are contraindicated. The main reason for contraindications is that medicine has not studied the possible consequences. After childbirth, a woman’s hormonal levels change and she may gain or lose weight. Sometimes it's unpredictable. Therefore, doctors are careful not to perform operations on young mothers in the first 6-8 months after childbirth.

Planned surgical interventions can be carried out only against the background of a stable condition, when the contours take on reliable shape and condition.

Indications for tummy tuck after childbirth

Indications:
• abdominal muscle stretch;
• excess skin;
• fat deposits;
• rough, unaesthetic scar after cesarean section;
• hernias;
• stretch marks.

If the situation is not too advanced, there is the possibility of a “gentle” influence. Mini abdominoplasty or endoscopic abdominoplasty are options for abdominal surgery after childbirth with less intervention.

If you are planning a pregnancy in the near future, it is better to have abdominoplasty after the birth of another child.

Contraindications:
• diabetes;
• heart and pulmonary failure;
• obesity;
• pregnancy;
• planned pregnancy (in the near future);
• insufficient period from childbirth (6-9 months after is the optimal time);
• insufficient time from previous tummy tuck.

Reasons why the belly does not go away after childbirth

Often women are faced with a situation when enough time has passed after giving birth (6–12 months), but the stomach still remains in the same condition or has decreased slightly. In this case, the question arises as to why this happens.

There are many reasons for this problem, the main ones can be presented in the following list:

• low elasticity of the skin,
• excess weight gained both before pregnancy and during pregnancy,
• presence of diastasis,
• caesarean section, etc.

Technique of the operation

In each specific case, the surgical technique is selected individually. In some cases, with abdominoplasty after childbirth, it is possible to do without any incisions at all. This applies to endoscopic intervention, where surgical correction is done through tiny punctures.

The main load when carrying a child during pregnancy falls on the abdominal wall and pelvic organs. Moreover, nature miraculously provides for the physiological displacement of organs so that the child feels comfortable.

The abdominal wall consists of several layers: skin, subcutaneous fat layer, aponeurosis, muscles, peritoneum. The function of the frame is performed by muscles and aponeurosis (layers of connective tissue that surround muscle fibers). Accordingly, in order to tighten the stomach, you need to strengthen the muscle frame - the aponeurosis. In some cases this can be done endoscopically. The muscle fibers are sutured and the abdomen becomes flatter. This correction allows you to return not only to work, but also to active activities within 2 weeks.

Sports after tummy tuck

Corr:

What can you advise women to avoid such dramatic changes after childbirth? Maybe pump up your abs? Or does it all depend on heredity?

Yes, I'm sure it depends on the genotype.

Corr:

And if a girl after giving birth with such problems does not want to go to the surgeon, but tries to cope with the situation herself, for example, by pumping up her abdominal muscles or playing active sports, will this help?

This will help build muscles. But if they separate, the stomach will still fall out. And the condition of the skin cannot be improved by any exercise.

Corr:

Do you need to strengthen your abdominal muscles after abdominoplasty?

If we performed muscle contraction, then you can play sports and train these muscles only after 6 months. And if we didn’t touch the muscles, then after a couple of weeks you can already do abdominal exercises.

Corr:

Let's now look at the issue of abdominoplasty after cesarean section.

The cesarean section scar slightly changes the anatomy of the lymphatic vessels that come from the lower extremities. The surgeon should warn the patient that fluid may accumulate in the surgical area within a month: between the muscles and skin of the abdomen. This lymph fluid should be removed once a week.

Rehabilitation

A separate set of contraindications to tummy tuck after childbirth is associated with the rehabilitation period. For a long time after abdominoplasty (2-4 weeks), you should refrain from physical activity and do not lift heavy objects. As doctors say, “don’t wear anything heavier than a makeup bag.” And if a young mother has a child in her arms who requires constant care and attention, it is almost impossible to avoid stress. It is important that your loved ones treat rehabilitation with understanding and help you in every possible way after tummy tuck after childbirth.

Take this seriously and get yourself help in the early postoperative period!

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Example of abdominoplasty after childbirth

Ways to quickly lose belly fat after giving birth

It is immediately worth noting that solving the problem of a sagging belly after childbirth must be approached in a comprehensive manner. To achieve maximum effect, it is necessary to use several methods of struggle at once. This includes the following measures:

• using special shapewear,
• review of diet,
• physical activity of a woman.

As an additional measure, you can also use cosmetics and creams that will make the skin of the abdomen more elastic and moisturize it.

Shapewear

As a rule, many women actively resort to using postpartum shapewear or underwear. As a rule, it looks like a corset or bandage. Also on sale are products in the form of belt panties with underwires.

Shapewear has a tightening effect. Thanks to its use, the process of contraction of the muscles of the abdominal cavity and uterus occurs faster. It supports the spine and internal organs of the small pelvis well, preventing them from sagging.

It is very important to choose the right postpartum shapewear, so when purchasing it you need to pay attention to the following parameters:

• composition of the material - preference should be given to natural fabrics,
• type of fastener - it should be multi-level. This will allow you to adjust the degree of fixation,
• for the effect you need to choose the right size (no smaller and no larger),
• the quality of processing of seams and edges of the product (they should not be felt while wearing linen).

IMPORTANT. Before buying shapewear after childbirth, you should first consult with your doctor, as in some cases there may be contraindications.

Power control

Another important step on the path to a flat stomach is to review your diet. It’s worth pointing out right away that exhausting diets and starvation are unacceptable for a young mother. This is especially true for women who are breastfeeding. However, it is necessary to control the quality and quantity of food eaten.

Here are a few nutritional tips that will help you regain a flat stomach:

• first of all, you need to throw out all “food garbage” from your diet (store-bought sauces and ketchups, fast food, packaged juices, sweets, flour, etc.),
• it is necessary to ensure that the diet is balanced, that is, maintain the proportions of proteins, fats and carbohydrates,
• To avoid overeating, it is recommended to calculate your daily calorie intake and stick to it, trying not to create a surplus. A small deficit of 10–20% is allowed (provided that the woman is not breastfeeding).

Workout

In the fight against a sagging belly, you should also not forget about physical activity. The following deadlines have been established for starting training after the birth of a child:

• during natural childbirth (without complications), after 7–10 days you can begin to perform light exercises,
• if a caesarean section was performed, you can play sports 1.5–3 months after birth.

A woman who has recently given birth should start exercising with light exercises with her own weight. As an example, the following options can be given:

1. Abdominal vacuum (it is recommended to perform 3 approaches every morning for 10–20 seconds).
2. Plank (side, reverse).
3. Kegel exercise (tension of the pelvic floor muscles and holding them in this state for several seconds).
4. Pulling the legs to the chest in a lying position, etc.

Cost of tummy tuck after childbirth

How much does tummy tuck cost after childbirth? The price of the correction depends on the type of operation, which is determined according to your indications: for example, a mini abdominoplasty will cost less than a full operation. You can find the price list of our center below.

In reviews of abdominoplasty after childbirth, our patients note an improved aesthetic appearance of the abdomen, the absence of a fatty apron, stretch marks, and the opportunity to wear spectacular tight-fitting clothes and a bikini after the operation (the seam is hidden in the underwear area).

Removing belly fat after childbirth - surgery and techniques

Correction techniques:
• Full abdominoplasty. The classic and most popular correction option according to indications. It is used when the tissues above and below the navel are problematic, the navel is lowered. Hernioplasty (removal of hernias) may also be necessary.
• Mini abdominoplasty. If the problem of excess skin and fat is concentrated only below the navel, there is no point in making a full incision, as with the first option. A smaller incision is made and only the tissue of the lower part of the peritoneum is corrected.
• Endoscopic abdominoplasty. If the patient is exclusively concerned about diastasis (divergence of the rectus abdominis muscles), this type of correction is performed, during which excision of hernias is also possible. The surgeon performs the correction using expensive endoscopic equipment, through punctures, without incisions. Endoscopic abdominoplasty can be performed only by the absence of excess skin and fat.

Also in the topic “How to remove the belly and sides after childbirth” it is important to mention not only abdominoplasty, but also liposuction. To form clear contours of the waist and model the graceful contours of the figure, it is possible to perform local liposuction of the sides.

How to remove stretch marks on your stomach after childbirth? How to remove a stretched, flabby belly after childbirth? These issues can also be resolved with the help of abdominoplasty: few people know that during the correction, stretch marks are eliminated.

Tidying up your body skin

Sport is a direct path to restoring a beautiful and healthy body. Some time after giving birth, provided that there are no contraindications, gradually begin to engage in physical exercise. Master simple movements on a fitball; they strengthen your back, improve stretching and increase skin elasticity. Then you can move on to more complex exercises. The next stage is working out the abdominal muscles because... A flabby belly after childbirth is a very common female problem.

Walk outdoors as often and as long as possible. Long walks at a comfortable temperature are double benefits for both mother and baby.

A great way to improve skin elasticity and tighten body contours is swimming. Visit the pool 2-3 times a week and quite quickly you will see positive results, your skin will become toned and stop sagging.

If you are sorely short of time for classes or you are simply too lazy to spend several hours a day on it, your lifesaver is the plank exercise. It is enough to do the plank 1-2 times a day, and it takes literally a few minutes. Important: this exercise is best done only after you are completely stronger. The plank tightens almost all the muscles of the body, including excellent strengthening of the abdominal muscles.

Cosmetic procedures give good results. If it is not possible to visit a beauty salon, they can be done at home. A contrast shower tones well, and massage along with scrubbing helps rejuvenate the skin.

Make masks and wraps for problem areas. It is better for nursing mothers to make their own masks from natural products. Excellent helpers in the fight against sagging and stretched skin are honey and coffee.

Coffee is a great helper in the fight against cellulite and sagging skin

To 100 g of natural ground coffee, add two tablespoons of olive oil and sea salt, a teaspoon of jojoba oil and 3-4 drops of orange essential oil. Apply the mixture to damp, steamed skin (after taking a bath or shower), rubbing vigorously. Then rinse off the mask with warm water and apply modeling body cream.

There are a huge number of cosmetic products on sale to firm the skin and give it tone. But remember that such products only work well in conjunction with physical activity and proper nutrition.

Add massage to problem areas of the body to your arsenal. You can do it manually with massage oil (cream), special mechanical and automatic massagers, or seek the help of a specialist.

Massage has a positive effect on both skin condition and overall well-being.

An excellent option for rejuvenating and toning dull and sagging skin is a honey massage. Add a few drops of lavender or citrus essential oil to liquid honey. First, warm up the problem area of ​​the body with stroking movements, and then apply the honey mixture to your palms and massage the body with patting movements. For best results, palms should be pressed firmly against the skin and removed sharply. Do this quickly, alternating the pressure.

Honey is a powerful natural dietary supplement; during a massage, it releases its medicinal substances that help remove toxins through the pores of the skin, which leads to an improvement in its condition. Remember that this massage has a number of contraindications: too sensitive skin, problems with veins and blood vessels, elevated body temperature and others.

Non-surgical liposuction

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