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Post-Op Mommy Makeover, Which Food/Beverages to Have Avaiable for 1st Week?
Stock your kitchen before surgery, not after. Narcotics and anesthesia slow the gut, so constipation is the main issue the first week. Have prune juice, high-fiber foods, water, and a stool softener on hand. Nausea is also common early on, so bland options like crackers, broth, ginger tea, and electrolyte drinks (Gatorade or Pedialyte) help settle the stomach and keep you hydrated, which also supports healing tissue. Avoid high-dose Vitamin E, fish oil, and herbal supplements in the days surrounding surgery, since they can increase bleeding risk. Keep sodium modest too, since excess salt worsens post-op swelling. A normal, balanced diet with adequate protein supports tissue repair, but there's no need for drastic changes—too much protein without enough fiber can worsen constipation. Small, frequent meals are usually better tolerated than large ones right after surgery. If you have specific dietary restrictions or medical conditions, review them with your surgeon beforehand so your plan is tailored to you.
Clinical Context
Because a mommy makeover combines abdominal and breast surgery, recovery involves more anesthesia and pain medication than a single procedure, which can slow digestion and increase constipation risk. Staying hydrated, eating fiber-rich foods, and taking a stool softener as directed can help. Swelling is also normal after combined procedures and usually improves gradually over several weeks as your body adjusts to two healing surgical sites.
