Can I breastfeed with implants?

Yes! The majority of women can nurse with breast implants. But, for those wanting to be as careful as possible, surgeons can avoid moving tissues involved in milk production.

Is breastfeeding with implants safe?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found no evidence that materials from an implant (such as silicone) can enter a mother’s milk supply. Depending on where they’re placed, breast implants can theoretically impede the amount of breast milk produced. However, this can typically be avoided by using “breastfeeding safe” techniques during your breast implant surgery.

Will breastfeeding ruin my implants?

No! There are multiple ways that surgeons can ensure breast implants stay intact and protect a patient’s ability to breastfeed after a breast augmentation. Incision location and implant placement are two of the most important factors.

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Q: Can you nurse after a breast augmentation?

Women of all ages come to Belcara Health to explore their breast augmentation options. Some of them are women who are looking to have their first child, or plan on growing their family. If you expect to have children, you might be concerned about whether a breast augmentation, specifically implants, will affect your ability to breastfeed. Luckily, with a bit of forethought during surgery, you should have nothing to fear about nursing after a breast augmentation procedure.

Breastfeeding With Implants: All Your Questions Answered

October 1, 2021

Many women have questions about if they can breastfeed with implants and wonder if it’s safe for their babies. We interviewed two of our breast augmentation surgeons and asked them to answer some of the more common questions around breastfeeding and implants. Can you nurse after a breast augmentation? Women of all ages come to …