Do Breast Implants Affect Breastfeeding or Pregnancy?

Breast implants and pregnancy hold separate importance in the life of a woman. The desire of a proportionate body, big boobs and deeper cleavage coule be instrumental in a decison to opt for breast implant surgery in Delhi. However, the desire to have children is also powerful, and that is why it is essential to plan both things so that one does not affect the other. 

Many women often struggle to get the correct answer to the question of whether they should have breast augmentation surgery before or after pregnancy. The lack of understanding usually draws them to make wrong decisions in life. Understanding this problem, this blog will address this question, where Dr Hirnamnayi Jha, a leading breast augmentation surgeon in Delhi, will answer all your questions related to breastfeeding, pregnancy, and breast implants. 

Breast Implants and Pregnancy – What You Should Know

Breast implants do not affect your pregnancy at all. Let us elaborate on the fact. Breast implants are artificial objects made from silicone gel and are placed in your breasts to increase their size. They are either placed behind the breast tissue or the pectoral muscle, depending on your needs. 

At EVA clinics, we use Motiva Breast implants. 

  •  No effect on conceiving: Breast implants, including Motiva, do not interfere with ovulation, hormones, or fertility in any way.
  •  Pregnancy continues normally: Implants are placed under the breast tissue or chest muscle, so they do not affect the uterus, baby, or pregnancy development.
  • No risk to the baby: Silicone implants are biocompatible, meaning they do not leak harmful substances or reach the bloodstream. They are completely safe during pregnancy.
  • No change in implant safety: Pregnancy causes natural changes in breast size and shape, but Motiva implants remain intact and safe throughout.
  •  Breastfeeding is still possible: With the right surgical approach (like under-the-muscle placement), most women can breastfeed normally even after getting implants.
  • Motiva’s advanced technology: Motiva implants use progressive gel technology and TrueMonobloc® shell design, which offers durability, flexibility, and a natural feel—even during body changes like pregnancy. 

Note: During pregnancy, natural changes like swelling, glandular development, and possible sagging affect breasts, whether or not implants are present. These changes may slightly alter the appearance or fit of implants, but they don’t damage the implants themselves.

 Can I Breastfeed After Getting Implants?

Breast milk quality and supply are unaffected by Motiva implants, which are placed under the muscle or gland without altering milk production.

The quality of breast milk remains the same, and there’s no evidence of silicone passing into milk.

That said, incision type matters: periareolar incisions might cut ducts/nerves, potentially reducing milk flow, but implants placed via inframammary or under-muscle approaches (common for Motiva) carry minimal risk. That is why Dr Hiranmayi Jha, the best breast implant doctor in Delhi, uses an inframammary incision to place the breast implants in our clinic. 

Best Time to Get Pregnant After Breast Augmentation

Dr Hiranmayi Jha explains that you should wait for 3 to six months after your breast augmentation surgery in Delhi before you decide to get pregnant. If you get pregnant soon after the surgery, let your surgeon know about it. 

Breast Implant Safety During and After Pregnancy

If you become pregnant shortly after the procedure, don’t panic—but inform your plastic surgeon immediately. Your doctor will guide you on how to manage post-surgery healing while your body undergoes pregnancy-related changes.

Also, due to natural hormonal changes, your breasts grow and change during pregnancy and in the months following pregnancy. Despite these changes, Dr Hiranmayi Jha says that no changes occur to breast implants. The change in the breasts will be determined by what you experience during postpartum, like pregnancy weight gain, genetics, or the number of pregnancies. 

Ultimately, it is up to you.

The decision to get breast implants and when to get them is deeply personal. Everyone has different health stories, goals, and priorities in life, and that will only determine when to get breast implants. 

Dr Hiranmayi Jha says that it is possible to get surgery for breast implants in Delhi before having children, and you can get a healthy pregnancy later on. If you want, you can also get breast implants with a breast lift after having children. 

Are there procedures that can restore the look of your implants if they change?

There are several procedures, like a breast lift, that can restore the youthful appearance of your breasts. If your breasts sag after pregnancy, you can choose a breast lift to restore their perky appearance. If you need an implant revision surgery, you can talk to Dr Hiranmayi Jha about it. 

The Bottom Line 

Pregnancy should not affect your implants, and though it is normal for your breasts to change during and after your pregnancy, this can lead you to be less happy with your breasts postpartum. Most people can safely breastfeed after breast implants. 

If you are unhappy with the way your breasts look after implants, you can book your consultation with the leading cosmetic surgery clinic in Delhi today: Eterna Vision and Aesthetics Clinic. 

Dr Hiranmayi Jha is the best breast augmentation surgeon in Delhi. She is also an AIIMS alumnus, and she will answer all your questions related to breast augmentation, breast reduction, and breast implant surgery in Delhi and their related cost. 

FAQs About Breast Implants and Pregnancy

How much does breast implant surgery cost in Delhi?

At Eterna Vision and Aesthetics Clinic, the cost of breast augmentation surgery in Delhi using Motiva implants typically ranges from ₹90,000 to ₹1,50,000, depending on factors like implant type, surgical technique, and whether additional procedures like a breast lift are required. 

 Can I get pregnant right after getting breast implants?

Technically, yes, but Dr. Hiranmayi Jha advises waiting 3 to 6 months after surgery.

Do breast implants affect pregnancy or harm the baby?

No. Breast implants, especially Motiva implants, are biocompatible and do not interfere with your fertility, pregnancy progress, or baby’s health. 

 Can I breastfeed after getting implants?

Yes, most women can safely breastfeed after breast augmentation, especially when the surgery is done using an inframammary incision and under-the-muscle placement—both preferred techniques at Eterna Vision and Aesthetics Clinic to preserve milk ducts and nipple sensitivity.

Will pregnancy change the appearance of my implants?

Your natural breast tissue may expand or sag due to pregnancy and postpartum hormones, but the implants themselves stay intact.

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Dr. Hiranmayi Jha

MBBS, MS Surgery
MCH - Plastic Surgery
AIIMS Alumni
Ex-Associate Consultant in Max Saket
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Dr. Hiranmayi Jha

MBBS, MS Surgery
MCH - Plastic Surgery
AIIMS Alumni
Ex-Associate Consultant in Max Saket

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