gibson_girl 108 Posted May 4, 2013 Oh geez, I'm so worried. I just picked up my 30lb toddler on accident because she needed in her high chair. I'm only 12 days preop. My husband was here but it's so hard to quit old habits. Any stories from others? I feel fine and will do everything I can to remember not to do that again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted May 4, 2013 Never heard of a leak by lifting. Your much more likely to tear the stitches at your incision sites with this activity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsmsp 3 Posted May 21, 2013 Hey! Don't worry ! You can't get a leak by lifting. The docs say no to lifting only so that your stitches heal. My biggest worry was not being able to carry my 18 month old son or do anything for my 5 year old. It was a no no for 3 months. It passed quickly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lexi6510 56 Posted June 8, 2013 I have a 18 month old that I picked up a week after surgery. Everuthing is fine with me. I wouldn't suggest doing it 20 times a day but I doubt after two weeks you will get a leak. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites