The combination of breast augmentation and breastfeeding regularly raises questions. Depending on the type of Breast augmentationbreastfeeding is often possible after the implantation procedure you have undergone or wish to undergo. The implant can be inserted through an incision around your areola, in your armpit or in the inframammary fold. Would you like to have your breasts enlarged and do you want to have children? Discuss with your surgeon what the best treatment method is and what effect the procedure will have on breastfeeding.
DESIRE TO HAVE CHILDREN AND PREGNANCY AFTER BREAST AUGMENTATION
Pregnancy changes a lot in your body and hormones play an important role in this. Even your breasts will not remain unchanged during this special time. Although it is often possible to breastfeed after breast augmentation, it is recommended that breast augmentation is not performed until you are ready to have children. The way in which the breast implants are inserted varies and will be discussed with you during a consultation. Most commonly, breast implants are inserted through a small incision in your breast fold. Scars are barely visible after healing. Less commonly, implants are inserted through your armpit or areola. Combining breast augmentation and breastfeeding is difficult if the implants are inserted through your areola. To perform this procedure, the surgeon cuts through part of the mammary glands, which means a reduction in milk production. You may then not produce enough milk for your newborn baby. This is in contrast to inserting breast implants through the armpit or into a breast crease, where the mammary glands remain intact.
BREAST AUGMENTATION AND THE RISKS OF BREASTFEEDING
Implants affect both the glandular tissue and the mammary glands present in the breast. The insertion of implants can affect the local blood circulation and damage the nerve tracts and mammary glands. In addition to insufficient milk production, implants can also cause discomfort with engorgement. When your baby is breastfeeding, the nerve endings in both the nipple and areola are stimulated. These nerves send a signal to the brain and oxytocin and prolactin are released. Prolactin is needed to produce milk and shortly after giving birth your brain automatically releases larger amounts of prolactin, even without nipple stimulation. If your nerves are damaged as a result of breast augmentation, you may experience stiffness. Oxytocin, on the other hand, ensures that the milk produced in the milk ducts is pushed towards the nipple. This is also known as the impulse reflex. The feeding reflex ensures that the glands are emptied and milk is available for the baby. If the nerve pathways are damaged, the signals do not reach the brain and breastfeeding becomes difficult, if not impossible.
BREAST AUGMENTATION WITH AUTOLOGOUS FAT?
Breast augmentation techniques are constantly being developed and refined. Nowadays, it is possible and very popular to perform breast augmentation using the body's own fat. The surgeon first aspirates fat from the areas where it has accumulated. This fat is purified and then injected into the breasts by lipofilling. This breast augmentation has no effect on breastfeeding. Unfortunately, the Breast augmentation with lipofilling cannot be performed on everyone. You must have enough accumulated fat, which can be removed with the help of the Liposuction can be aspirated. Do you have naturally underdeveloped, small breasts and are you considering breast augmentation? Underdeveloped breasts have less mammary gland tissue anyway, which means that less breast milk is produced. Breast augmentation has no effect on this and breastfeeding can be problematic.
BUILDING UP MILK PRODUCTION AFTER BREAST AUGMENTATION
Have you had a breast augmentation in the past and have doubts about breastfeeding? In this case, it may be necessary to pay special attention to the development of milk production. To optimally stimulate the glandular tissue, take a number of factors into account:
- Bring the baby to the breast as soon as possible after delivery.
- Choose plenty of skin-to-skin contact between mother and child.
- Offer your baby the breast frequently.
One of the advantages of frequent breastfeeding is that engorgement can be reduced or avoided. Both pain and discomfort are thus partially prevented and reduced. The influence of silicone implants on the quality of breast milk has been researched worldwide. In these studies, the breast milk of mothers with and without breast augmentation was compared. The breast milk analysed contained the same amount of silicon. Both the milk of mothers with and without implants contained less silicon than cow's milk and bottle-feeding. However, the fact is that women who have undergone breast surgery are more likely to have problems producing enough breast milk for a newborn. You should look out for signs of delayed milk production. In this case, you can always supplement with bottle feeding.
INFORMATION ABOUT BREASTFEEDING AND BREAST AUGMENTATION OPTIONS
Do you want to have children and are you thinking about having your breasts enlarged at the same time? Get information from an experienced specialist in good time. You can find information for and from pregnant women and new mothers in various forums online. Read here how they experience breastfeeding. You can also ask questions about breastfeeding after breast augmentation in a forum. These experiences will give you a better insight into the possibilities and/or problems of other women. Cosmetic doctors usually advise you to start with a Breast augmentation to wait until your possible desire to have children is fulfilled. Depending on your reasons and wishes for breast augmentation, it is advisable to seek advice from an experienced doctor. The doctor will be able to show you the best solution for your situation. The best results are usually achieved when breast augmentation is performed after breastfeeding. The doctors at the Acura Clinic in Weert perform hundreds of breast augmentation procedures every year and will be happy to advise you. Make an appointment for a free initial consultation and get answers to your questions about breast augmentation and breastfeeding.
BREASTFEEDING AFTER BREAST AUGMENTATION - FAQ
There are a number of frequently asked questions about breastfeeding after breast augmentation. Of course, you can also ask us these questions by e-mail or telephone. However, we think it makes sense to answer a number of questions in this way.
1. is pregnancy possible after breast augmentation?
Certainly, although it is often advised that breast augmentation should only be carried out after the desire to have children has been fulfilled. Pregnancy causes the skin of the breasts to stretch. In combination with implants, this can make your breasts look less attractive. If the skin does not fully recover after pregnancy, another breast correction may be desirable.
2. can I breastfeed after breast augmentation?
In most cases, it is possible to breastfeed after breast augmentation. Both pregnancy and breastfeeding can affect the shape and appearance of your breasts.
3. do the implants have to be replaced if I stop breastfeeding?
No, breastfeeding has little effect on the implants. The current generation of implants is safe and generally does not need to be replaced.
4 Is capsular fibrosis a consequence of breastfeeding?
No, breastfeeding has no influence on this. Capsular fibrosis is caused by excessive contraction of the tissue surrounding the implants. The result is a lack of space, which makes the implants harder and can give them a different shape. The use of implants with a rough outer surface can partially prevent capsular contracture.
5. which implants can I have fitted if I want to breastfeed later?
Silicone implants have different shapes. You can opt for a round or a teardrop-shaped implant. This choice is personal and will be discussed with you in detail during your consultation with the plastic surgeon. If you naturally have little fatty tissue, the doctor will advise you to opt for a teardrop-shaped, anatomical implant. These have a natural shape and the edges are less visible. Occasionally the implant may twist, resulting in an abnormal breast shape, if this happens it will be surgically corrected.
6 Does a new cup size affect breastfeeding?
No, cup size is very personal and has no bearing on whether you will breastfeed or not. An experienced plastic surgeon will show you the different options and the advantages and disadvantages of small and large implants.
7 Are retracted nipples problematic for breastfeeding?
After breast augmentation, there is a possibility that the nipples will pull inwards. This is not harmful, but can affect the appearance of your breasts. Surgical correction is possible and the nipples usually remain erect after correction. A specialist can show you before and after pictures of the correction of retracted nipples.
8. do my breasts look different when I breastfeed?
The results you have after breast augmentation are usually permanent. Under the influence of certain circumstances or situations, both the shape and the appearance can change. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can affect the appearance of your breasts, but factors such as ageing and/or significant weight gain or loss can also affect the appearance of your breasts. It is possible to have the implants replaced so that your breasts fit your body contours again.
9. are the scars of a breast augmentation noticeable?
Before the operation, experienced doctors will mark the places where the incisions will be made on your breast. The natural skin fold under the breast and in the armpits is utilised as much as possible. Depending on the surgical technique, an incision may also be made around the areola. The scars heal by themselves. After a year, you will see how the scars blend in with the surrounding skin and are barely visible.
10. should I wear special underwear when breastfeeding after breast augmentation?
Immediately after breast augmentation, you will wear a seamless sports bra for a certain period of time. This gives your breasts the necessary support and makes recovery easier. After giving birth, it is not necessary to wear different underwear than usual. You can wear a special nursing bra that moulds to the shape of your breasts. A nursing bra is comfortable and can be easily opened to breastfeed your baby.
11 How long after breastfeeding can I have a breast augmentation?
After pregnancy, it sometimes happens that your breasts look different than before. The hormonal changes also cause physical changes. It is not possible to say exactly how long you should wait before having a breast augmentation. If you are not breastfeeding, you can have a breast augmentation 6 months after giving birth. Women who are breastfeeding should wait a further 6 months after weaning.
12. can I breastfeed after a breast lift?
A breast lift is not the same as a breast augmentation. As a result of natural skin sagging, your breasts may begin to sag. With the help of a breast lift, the breasts are given an improved appearance. The excess skin and fatty tissue is removed. This means that the nipple also needs to be repositioned and can affect breastfeeding. Plastic surgeons sometimes advise against breastfeeding after a breast lift.
13. can I breastfeed after a breast reduction?
Breast reduction involves the removal of breast tissue. If the mammary glands remain intact and are not removed, it is perfectly possible to breastfeed after the operation. Of course, the mammary glands must be connected to the nipple.
14. is it painful to breastfeed after breast augmentation?
Not every woman can breastfeed. This applies both to women who have not undergone breast augmentation and to those who have. Every woman experiences breastfeeding in her own way. One person may feel better about it than another. You can discuss your feelings with your doctor, who will be able to tell you where your changed feelings are coming from.
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