Will you still be able to breastfeed after having breast reduction surgery?

Odds are..: Against it. Research suggests that between 33 & 45% of women will be able to breast feed after reduction (defined as breast getting for 6 weeks after birth) so the odds are more than half of patients will not be able too.

Maybe.: Although breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations performed, it is associated with the potential inability to breast-feed. Much will depend on the exact procedure performed. Therefore, statistics will vary. Sometimes, it is best to avoid the procedure until after pregnancy ( if planned in the near future). Best wishes.

Possibly: A recent study showed no difference in breastfeeding ability after breast reduction compared to women without surgery during the 1st month postpartum. Difficulties related to breastfeeding appear to be mostly explained by psychosocial issues related to advice and coaching received by healthcare workers during breastfeeding and other personal consideration.