I would like to have liposuction after my C section; what kind of down time should I expect? I have two kids under two and a half. When can I return to the gym?

Traci,

 These are questioned best addressed to you OB Practioner. Often after a pregnancy weight gain can occur. A period of exercise & dieting may be in order after you have fully recovered from your C Section before liposuction should considered?? Best,

Gary Culbertson, MD, FACS

You have just had a baby and your weight and body fluid status will adjust significantly.  The c-section scar needs to heal as well.  I would say at least 6 months to let things stabilize. Good Luck

Can I Have Liposuction After A C-Section- I would wait 6-9 months to allow your body to recalibrate and to lose most of your postpartum weight. If you are considering having another child I would wait until you’re done having children, in most cases, before considering having Liposuction. 

There are natural fluid and weight changes during and after pregnancy. I would wait six months or so before contemplating liposuction. During that time make an effort the get back into shape and get on a healthy diet. Not a temporary diet but an eating habit that balances healthy calorie intake with the calories you burn through exercise and your regular activities. Liposuction is not a substitute for diet or exercise - it is a contouring procedure to help reshape those areas that diet and exercise cannot or will not fix. Best of luck to you!